• Arrivals are from 12.00pm. All are welcome to bring a picnic lunch and enjoy the facilities and beautiful grounds of the Emmaus Village.

    Hot Dogs and Chips will be on sale at lunchtime.

  • Those who would like to explore the grounds further and discover the development of the Laudato Si’ Environmental Project are invited to join a Guided Walk at 1.15pm.

    Significance was proud to fund the initial design phase of the project which will foster in young people an appreciation of God’s creation and environmental stewardship.

    There will be choice of a longer or shorter walk with an opportunity to discover the early stages of the project: the tree planting, the orchards and wildflower meadows, the wildlife areas including the badgers’ sett and owl box.

    Bring comfortable shoes and enjoy the stunning views!

  • We welcome everyone to gather at 3.00pm for the Significance Welcome and Mass celebrated by Bishop Stephen Wright.

  • Following Mass, we welcome you all to enjoy a BBQ and Ceilidh.

    BBQ tickets cost £10 (children under 14 free). Please email Evie at evie.rea@ymt.org to book.

    During the afternoon, there will be stories from some of the projects supported by Significance over the last year, both at the Emmaus Village and beyond. Fr Dermott’s vision for youth ministry is ongoing and is always about going further to respond to the needs of young people in the best possible way.

    The Significance Festival is an invitation to everyone to help develop this legacy.

  • Entry is free with additional charges for accommodation.

    Single or shared accommodation is available to book (all self-catered) for Friday and Saturday nights.

    Please email Evie at evie.rea@ymt.org to request a booking form or for further information

All proceeds and donations will support SIGNIFICANCE, the charity founded by Fr Dermott Donnelly to provide opportunities for young people to realise their unique worth and to live a life of happiness and purpose. This lies at the heart of the vision for the Emmaus Village and of the wider youth ministry in our Diocese. During the afternoon, we would like to share with you some of the opportunities and projects supported by SIGNIFICANCE over the last year both at the Emmaus Village and beyond.