Experience life as a monk

The Pluscarden Abbey Monastic Experience Weekend is a long-established event which normally takes place every August.

The community of Benedictine monks at Pluscarden offer this special opportunity for participants to experience what monastic life is all about. The opportunity is suitable for single men who are Catholic, practise their faith, are aged 18-40, and at least open to the possibility of considering a monastic vocation.

Participants will join the monks in their daily prayer and work, and will be offered a close-up insight into some of the treasures of the monastic tradition. The weekend should be interesting, enjoyable, and grace-filled. It may also be of assistance in the process of discerning one's vocation in life. There will be no charge for the weekend.

2025 dates:

2025 Dates: Friday 22nd — Monday 25th August

For poster and leaflet downloads or to apply, please visit our Monastic Experience Page here.