Kabbalah Society
Summer School Retreat
The Way of Kabbalah
Facilitators: Joanna Lapage-Browne & Kurt Browne
Tuesday 26th - Friday 29th August, 2025
Venue: Ammerdown Conference & Retreat Centre, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 5SW
You are warmly invited to join friends and companions in the beautiful surroundings of the Ammerdown Retreat Centre, where Z'ev ben Shimon Halevi (Warren Kenton) ran two of his earliest summer schools in the 1980s. When Warren stepped down in 2015, he asked us to continue in his footsteps.
In carrying out his wishes, our aim continues to pass on the teaching of the Toledano Tradition of Kabbalah and to create a space for contemplation, good conversation and an opportunity to gather together and share life in the light of the teachings of the Tradition, which has been so clearly updated by Warren using the Tree of Life and Jacob's Ladder.
The Course
The course is suitable for both newcomers and those who have been in the school for many years. Come along with questions and a receptive heart and mind. During the four days contemplation, slide lectures, guided imagery, meditations and ritual, will assist us in bringing the principles to life through experience and reflection. The afternoon break will allow time for conversation, walks and solitude in the beautiful grounds of Ammerdown.
General Pattern of the Day
Breakfast: 8.00 am – Session 1: 9.30–11.00 am
Coffee: 11.00–11.30 am – Session 2: 11.30–12.45 pm
Lunch: 1.00 pm – Afternoon Free
Tea: 4.00 pm – Session 3: 4.30–6.30 pm
Supper: 6.30 pm – Session 4: 8.00–9.15 pm
Arrival Tuesday 26th: Room access from 2:00 pm. Tea @ 4:00 pm. Supper @ 6:30 pm. Evening Session @ 8:00 pm.
Departure Friday 29th: After lunch.
Z'ev ben Shimon Halevi publications will be available to purchase.
Ammerdown Retreat Centre
“A sanctuary of peace set in the heart of beautiful Somerset countryside, Ammerdown offers space and time away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Our retreat centre nestles in the grounds of Ammerdown Park, where our guests can relax in the garden or wander further afield through woodland and open countryside.”
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Residential Conference Package (per person):
Full Board Single Occupancy with ensuite facilities: £530
Full Board Shared Occupancy with ensuite facilities: £498
Non-Residential Conference Package (per person): £335
(Instalment options are available to help spread the cost.)
Contact & Booking
We look forward to welcoming you to our summer school programme. To request a booking form please email kabbalahsocietysecretary@gmail.com
N.B. Should you consider joining us, we would ask you to reserve your place by May 2nd to ensure we can fulfil our contractual numbers with the Centre. Thank you.
Drawing the Tree of Life/Jacob's Ladder/Menorah with Jonathon Clark
Jonathon’s workshop will precede the Summer School once again this year leaving one clear day for those wishing to travel from London to Somerset to join us at Ammerdown. Click here for full details.
BET EL TRUST BURSARY ENQUIRIES
Financial support is available through the Bet El Trust Bursary Award to assist individuals who cannot afford the full course fees.