Margaret Fell: The Mother of Quakerism
Friday 18 September - Sunday 20 September 2026
The course begins with the evening meal at 19:00 on Friday and ends at lunchtime on Sunday.
Glenthorne Guest House, Grasmere
Stuart Masters
Woodbrooke and Glenthorne working in partnership.
Please contact Glenthorne to book on
015394 35389 or info@glenthorne.org
This course will explore the life, writings and legacy of Margaret Fell, the ‘Mother of Quakerism’.
We will consider the contribution she made to the formation of the early Quaker movement as an organiser, counsellor, lobbyist and writer, and look at a selection of her works, including epistles, disputations, political addresses, and theological tracts. This material will help you gain a deeper understanding of early Friends, and Fell’s vital role in ensuring the movement’s survival.
Please contact Glenthorne to book on
015394 35389 or info@glenthorne.org
This course will involve:
Discussion, Speaker, Workshop, Written and visual
Accessibility info:
Glenthorne offers a wide range of accommodation the majority of which is ensuite; all are simply and comfortably furnished.
Recently added are two rooms, designed to the highest standard for wheel-chair users. All bedrooms are situated at ground or first floor level, some in the main house and others in the adjacent Bankside.
Please be clear about your requirements when booking so that Glenthorne can ensure you are allocated an appropriate room.
