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Welcome to Sarum College

James Woodward, Principal

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Formation for Ordained and Lay Ministry

We offer flexible pathways that can be taken around your work and family responsibilities, combining residential weekends, online learning and weekly tutorials, and contextual experience.

ReaderLLM formation 2 years part time

Ordination formation options of 2 years, 3 years, part time, full time, undergraduate and postgraduate pathways

Elizabeth Pathway (when recommended by diocese) combining ordination discernment and formation 2 years part time

Rural Pathway options for the above
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Independent Learning

Located in Salisbury Cathedral Close in historic Grade 1 listed buildings with extensive library and well-equipped teaching rooms, Sarum College is ideal for reflection and study. Choose from a wide range of subjects and formats to find the right path for your own learning journey.

Postgraduate programmes in Christian Spirituality

Postgraduate programmes in Theology Ministry and Mission

Spiritual Direction courses

Study Breaks

Short Courses in college and online, and Study Breaks

Exploring Theology online evening course
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Retreats and study breaks

A warm welcome awaits you at Sarum College, whatever your reason for being here – a rest, retreat, professional development.

Our setting in Salisbury’s Cathedral Close means you have the best of the modern and the medieval. Enjoy use of the College library, an ensuite bedroom and freshly prepared food by our onsite catering team.
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B&B, Conference Venue, Catering

Sarum College offers an exclusive experience of staying in the historic Salisbury Cathedral Close, just steps away from the medieval Cathedral. This city-centre setting is close to the high street as well as the rail station with direct services to London and to major Southern England cities.

We offer:

Bed and breakfast in simple ensuite rooms, some adapted for those with limited mobility.

A venue for conferences and awaydays, with residential and catering facilities, wireless and audiovisual facilities.

Affordable catering for a business, group, or private function such as an anniversary dinner or birthday party.

Short Courses coming up

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Designing and Facilitating Retreats

11 May 2026

This short course will explore three retreat formats: the themed retreat, individually guided retreats (IGRs) ...

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Theology Catch-Up: The Ascension

14 May 2026

What on earth (or in heaven) is the ascension all about? Why should we bother ...

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Texts and the Christian Tradition – The Song of Songs (2026)

18 May 2026

Why is the Song of Songs part of the Hebrew Bible? How has it impacted ...

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Talking Books: Created for Love edited by John Inge

20 May 2026

Introducing an exciting new series online with Sarum College! It’s hard to ...

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College News

Job Opportunity: Educational Administrator

Sarum College are looking for a personable and enthusiastic Educational Administrator. The post is part-time. Closing date for applications 12noon 18 May 2026

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College News

Job Opportunity: Librarian

Sarum College are looking for an experienced colleague to lead the continuing development of our library including digital resources. Closing date for applications 12noon 22 May 2026.

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John Coburn Artwork on Display in Seaton Room

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