Official Launch Of New Knock Youth Village

Knock Shrine will launch new 1.5 million retreat village on Saturday, June 14^th 2025

Knock Shrine are delighted to launch Knock Youth Village Retreat accommodation – a new state of the art retreat facility at Ireland’s International Eucharistic and Marian Shrine. Archbishop Francis Duffy, Archbishop of Tuam will officially open the new complex.

The official launch will coincide with ‘Dare to Hope’ on Saturday 14 June. The Irish Bishops’ Conference, in collaboration with Knock Shrine, will host this dynamic and prayerful gathering for young adults aged 18 to 30. The event  aims to inspire participants to deepen their faith and renew their commitment to Christ, guided by the theme of hope. The gathering will feature expert speakers, faith sharing experiences, and a concluding Mass, celebrated by Bishop Fintan Gavin.

The launch of Knock Youth Village marks a milestone in the development of Knock Shrine. This impressive €1.5 million complex is comprised of eco-friendly, self-catering accommodation which has been designed with comfort and sustainability in mind. The modern architecture of the pods blends with the natural woodland surroundings. The pods feature smart technology, high spec finishes, full ensuite facilities, twin bedded accommodation, controllable ventilation and under-floor heating. The dedicated central hub offers a cheerful open-plan bright space for residents, with fully equipped kitchen and additional accommodation for retreat leaders.

Speaking ahead of the official launch, Fr. Richard Gibbons PP and Rector of Knock Shrine said “Knock Youth Village will serve as a wonderful resource for the Church in Ireland, providing groups of all ages with a place to come together and grow in faith. We look forward to welcoming the Irish Catholic Bishops Conference and all those who are attending the ‘Dare to Hope’ event, to experience first-hand this exciting new development here at Knock”.

For more information about registration for ’Dare to Hope’ young adult faith gathering on June 14^th, see www.catholicbishops.ie