First-ever South West Chagigah set for October 2025


17 December 2024 – 16 Kislev 5785

South West Chagigah

We are excited to let you know that bookings are now open for the first-ever Progressive Judaism South West Chagigah weekend (24-26 October 2025).

Chagigah means celebrations and is a brand-new joint regional conference for all Liberal and Reform communities in the South West, it’s a chance for members to meet for a weekend of relaxation, learning, prayer and fun in a lovely hotel in Exeter. A

Everyone comes for different reasons – to be spiritually recharged, to enjoy a Shabbat away from everyday routine, to make new friends and/or to be delighted that their children are being looked after and Jewishly engaged.

South West Chagigah is all about what YOU want. Whether it’s to be up at the crack of dawn tackling Talmud, having a good sing in a Shabbat service or enjoying a lie-in and joining for lunch, it’s completely up to you.

CLICK HERE TO BOOK YOUR PLACE!

The practical info… 

The price includes 2 nights accommodation, all meals from Friday dinner through to Sunday lunch, morning and afternoon snacks and coffee as well all programming. The only addition would be if you choose to buy drinks from the bar.

There are a range of bedrooms – singles, twins and family rooms. To ensure we are maximising space, and everyone who wants to come can, we are offering a discounted rate for those who choose to share a room. So, whether you’re a couple, or a couple of friends, we have you covered!

Children…

LJY-Netzer will be running a full weekend of activities for children aged 5+. However, if you prefer your child to remain with you and join in with sessions that is absolutely fine. Or you can do a mixture of the two. This is your weekend to enjoy however is best for you and your family.

We will organise a crèche for those under 5 if the demand is there (we will need at least five children booked in to make it work). Unfortunately our insurance will not allow us to organise an evening babysitting service.

Please note that your children are your responsibility at all times, unless signed into an LJY session.

Money…

If you would find it helpful to pay in instalments when booking please enter the discount code ‘instalments’ on our booking page. This will allow you to book with a 20% deposit, The finance team will then email you a reference number and bank details for future payments to be made into. Your final payment must be made by 29 September 2025.

We absolutely believe that all members of Progressive communities should be able to join all MRJ and LJ events without cost being a barrier and have done all we can to keep the cost as low as possible. We completely understand that you may need additional support.

If you would like financial support in coming we ask that you first speak to your community and then approach your movement so we can try and make up the difference for you to come. Call or email Alexandra for a completely confidential chat – 020 75801663 / a.gellnick@liberaljudaism.org.

Booking help

If you don’t get an immediate automated response (check your junk/spam folder) then your booking hasn’t worked, we’re not sure why but call us and let us help you – 020 75801663.

Questions? 

Email Alexandra a.gellnick@liberaljudaism.org

We cannot wait to see you, spend some time with friends old and new, and most importantly be in the same physical space together as one.

Until October 2025!

CLICK HERE TO BOOK YOUR PLACE!

With thanks to the NLPS Trust for their support