Companions of the Society of Saint Francis

Pictures of Alnmouth friary

We enjoyed saying Evening Prayer in the garden during the summer
The back of the friary is amazing
The grounds are well kept and draw you into prayer
The bell is rung to tell the brothers it’s break time, when they’re working in the garden
The view from the friary is wonderful!
The view from the back of the friary
The view from the guest chalet
The entrance to the friary
Guests are welcome to sit and chat in the guest lounge
The gardens are a great place to reflect
The Canticle of the Creatures is part of the Franciscan charism and tradition
This field Is called ‘the paddock’ by the brothers. There must be a story here
The flowers are so beautiful in springtime. The air is also very fresh
Jesus giving his blessing of peace to the brothers and guests at the friary
Our Lady is with us in Alnmouth friary
The view from the library is spectacular!
The brothers’ lounge, where Novices have study times and brothers can read/relax
The brothers’ lounge, in the Brothers’ Enclosure
Unlike in Plaistow friary, there is a brothers’ Enclosure in Alnmouth
Alnmouth friary is a very beautiful place
The bell is rung before the prayer times
This is now the entrance to the Chalet
Br Finnian has a place in the office, as he’s the new ‘Guest Brother’
The guest lounge
The brothers read an Old and New Testament reading in Morning and Evening Prayer
The chapel is beautiful in the mornings
St Clare pray for us!
Brothers pray in the side chapel during their private times of prayer
Alnmouth friary has the most wonderful surroundings
The entrance to the chapel
Franciscans seek to follow Christ in the spirit and example of St Francis
Chatty Br Finnian needs to be quiet in parts of the friary
The exit!
The notice board
The brothers are reliant on Providence. Donations fund the brothers’ work and ministry
Alnmouth is well kept village with lots of flowers
Alnmouth has a long Christian foundation
The beach!
The beach is so peaceful, you can really lose yourself there
There’s a little boatyard in the village, just by the friary
The beach is a 5 minute walk away

THE ANNEXE

The Annexe provides great accommodation to families and carers. There are 2 single rooms. The lounge has a TV and a kitchen. There is a fridge and a freezer in the kitchen alongside an oven.

The beds are made before you arrive!
Families and carers can self-cater in the Annexe or you can alternatively eat with the brothers and the other residential guests
There is a walk-in shower in the other part of the residential accommodation. Pictures can be shared if required
The Annexe has a lounge. This is a great space to relax in

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