Organizing Institution: AICP UK
Contact email: [email protected]
Start Date: August 26, 2023 (13:00)
End Date: August 28, 2023 (13:00 BST)
Cost: Free
Website: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/aicp-uk-national-summer-2023-retreat-tickets-640896297077?aff=ebdssbdestsearch&keep_tld=1
Kingswood - Dearne Valley – Doncaster – United Kingdom
It is with immense excitement that we invite you to attend our AICP UK 2023 National Summer Retreat, packed full of inspirational lectures and great activities! We hope that both brothers and sisters will thoroughly enjoy what promises to be a great time away from the hustle and bustle of life, in learning about the Knights of Knowledge: The Four Great Imams of Ahlus-Sunnah, and enjoying the wonderful fellowship of Muslims.
Please read carefully, important information!
Retreat 2023 Dates & Approximate Times
The following schedule is approximate and subject to change:
Saturday 26th August:
1 to 2 PM: Arrival to site, and check-in (lunch will not be provided)
2.30 PM: Dhuhr
2.45 PM to 7 PM: Introductions, activities, and dinner
7 PM: Lesson
Sunday 27th August:
7.30 AM to 9 AM: Breakfast
9 AM to 7 PM: Full-packed day of activities, lunch, and dinner
7 PM: Lesson
Monday 28th August
9 AM to 10.00 AM: Lesson
10.00 AM to 1 PM: Activities, lunch, and leave
Venue
Kingswood – Dearne Valley, Denaby Main, Doncaster DN12 4EA .
The site is surrounded by lovely countryside. Directions to the site can be obtained from any SATNAV application. Once at the site you will need to be buzzed in. Attendees are required to arrange their own transport to and from the venue. Alternatively, contact your local AICP centre to check if they are arranging bulk transport.
NOTE: The site is not exclusive for AICP, so there will be other groups using the site at the same time.
Sleeping Arrangements
There are two blocks dedicated for AICP use. One block will be for males and the other block will be for females. There are up to 10 beds per room, and all rooms have en-suite bathroom facilities. Bedding is provided, but feel free to bring your own if you wish. You will need to make your own beds.
If you want to be placed in a room with others, we strongly recommend that you book your tickets together under one booking, or if you are unable to do that, then leave a comment on the booking and we will try our best to allocate your rooms together. You may be allocated rooms with others who might not be in your booking.
Food Arrangements
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner will be provided during your stay. Please let us know of any dietary requirements during the registration process, and we will work with the site to ensure you are catered for. NOTE: Currently, the site cannot provide halal meat or poultry. Therefore, the provision will be a vegetarian and fish menu.
Lectures
Theme: Knights of Knowledge
- Who is a mujtahid imam?
- Who were the four Imams of Ahlus-Sunnah
- The Good Manners in practice
- What to avoid in one’s character
Lecture packs will be provided.
During lesson times, activities for 4-7 year olds will be available, and supervised by AICP staff. Separate lessons will also be available for those aged 8 to 13 year olds. However, all are welcome to remain in the main lesson room.
Activities
All activities are led by Kingswood qualified instructors. Activities are carried out in gender segregated groups. Activities include abseiling, climbing, archery, zipwire, aeroball, bushcraft, and others. Activities are subject to change. All the activities that we have chosen are suitable for ages from as young as 5 years old. However, take note that for some activities this is contingent upon the safety harnesses fitting the child. This will be assessed at the time by the qualified instructors.
Infants and children will need to be accompanied with their guardian during their stay. During the lessons, activities such as arts and crafts will be provided for those aged 4 to 7 years old, away from the lesson areas, and supervised by AICP and/or Kingswood staff. During lessons, guardians can leave their children in the activity area, or take them to the lessons with them. During the activities, guardians will need to supervise their own children.
Registration & Payment
ALL attendees must register and pay by bank transfer directly to AICP.
AICP Account Name: Association of Islamic Charitable Projects (Events)
Sort Code: 60-10-10, Account Number: 93032277
Payment Reference: “SR2023” followed by your full name, or followed by your Eventbrite booking reference number. If payment is not received within 3 days, we will cancel your booking, and you will have to re-register.
The cost structure is as follows:
- 5+ years old: £120 per person
- 2 – 4 years old: £60 per person
- Below 2 years old: Free
The cost includes accommodation, food, lecture notes and activities. This payment will be considered a donation, so it will be non-refundable. Please intend it as a donation.
The deadline for registration and payment ends on the 31st of July.
SPACES ARE VERY LIMITED!
AICP Centres
South: 26 Wadsworth Rd, London, UB6 7JZ, 07805 212378
Midlands: 42 Yardley Green Rd, Birmingham, B9 5QF, 07807 029512
North: Francis St, Halifax, HX1 5JY, 07986 739931
Suggested Supply List
Along with your normal packing items such as sleeping clothes, toiletries, and the like, we would strongly recommend you bringing the following items with you:
- Compass
- Something to write notes with
- Spending money since we hope to have a tuck shop for snack and merchandise!
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