Holywell, North Wales
A peaceful sanctuary run by the Sisters of St. Bridget of Sweden, welcoming pilgrims, retreatants and all who seek rest — just steps from St Winefride's Holy Well
All rooms include breakfast · Private ensuite bathrooms · Free WiFi
The Bridgettine Sisters celebrate Mass and pray the Divine Office every day. If you have a particular need — for healing, for a loved one, for a difficult situation — please entrust it to the Sisters. Your intention will be held in their daily prayers before the Blessed Sacrament.
"Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find." — Matthew 7:7
Submit a Prayer Intention →Entrust your needs and those of your loved ones to the Sisters. Every intention is held before God in daily Mass and the Divine Office.
Submit an IntentionYour generosity sustains our house of prayer and hospitality at one of Britain's oldest pilgrimage sites. Every gift, however small, makes a difference.
Support Our MissionBringing a pilgrim group to the Holy Well? We welcome groups of up to 350 for refreshments, chapel access and use of our dining rooms and grounds.
Group Visit Info"Staying here added a layer of heart to my pilgrimage. The Sisters are so warm and hospitable — I joined them for morning Mass in the Chapel, a beautiful start to the day. I look forward to returning."
"An exceptional experience surpassing all expectations. Cleanliness impeccable throughout, beds very comfortable, lovely fluffy towels and satisfying meals. A 5-star experience."
"I don't think I've ever stayed anywhere as clean. Everywhere is spotless, the rooms have everything you need, and the Sisters were so kind and warm. Loved it and didn't want to leave."
"Let all guests who arrive be received as Christ, because He will say: 'I was a stranger and you took Me in.'"Rule of Saint Benedict, Chapter 53
St Winefride's Guest House is run by the Sisters of St. Bridget of Sweden (Bridgettine Sisters), who arrived in Holywell in 2008. The Sisters' main obligation is Liturgical prayer and the daily divine office — each day they take part in Holy Mass and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament.
The guest house is well known for providing the best hospitality and the Sisters' work of Ecumenism. They particularly welcome those seeking space for stillness, quiet, rest and deeper reflection on their spiritual life. All are welcome — of every faith and none.
Our History →
King Charles' visit to The Bridgettine Sisters
Holywell is a unique place to experience — known for the healing power of St Winefride's Well, one of the Seven Wonders of Wales and called the "Lourdes of Wales." The well has been a site of continuous pilgrimage for over 1,300 years. Our guest house is just a short walk away, making it the perfect base for your pilgrimage.