Once a year, in June, Malvern Priory goes back in time…

…to 1085, when a monk called Aldwyn founded the Priory on the slopes of the Malvern Hills.

Over 600 children from local schools are welcomed to discover more about the history of the Priory and the life of the monks who worshipped and lived there.

From practical architecture, to brass rubbing, mediaeval medicine (complete with the now notorious, but totally contained, leeches), to bell-ringing, spinning, tile designing, the prayer journey and much, much more, a range of activities brings history to life. Then everyone joins together for the songs and the Lifepath play. Take a look at Lifepath 2025 from setting up , during Lifepath, and reflections afterwards, on the Priory blog

Lifepath’s suitable for children of KS2 age; if your school or home educated child would like to take part please signup here. If your school’s been to Lifepath before, we’ll be in contact in January 2026.

If you’d like to join the merry band of volunteers, click here.

From teaching to chair-shifting to prayer-support, from teenage to 90+, from experienced children’s worker to complete novice (excuse the pun), from introvert to extrovert, there’s a volunteer role for you at Lifepath.

Don’t worry - if you’re new, you’ll be paired with someone who knows the ropes.

Join in and experience the enthusiasm and joy of Lifepath.

Please note: all voluntary and paid roles at Great Malvern Priory are subject to safer recruitment process and a DBS check if required.