Written by Janet Our pilgrimage was thoroughly enjoyable. Walking and sharing stories/experiences with lovely people who ‘get grief’ was therapeutic. I cried at times but laughed much more. Simply being with others and enjoying beautiful scenery, abundant wildflowers and the kindness of strangers was such a blessing. Tea and cake at various cafes was aContinue reading “Pilgrim’s reflections – 2”
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Pilgrim’s reflections – 1
What a special time we had in Durham! Pilgrims have been sending me their reflections, so this is the first in a short series of posts written by those who took part. From Kate Here are my snapshots of what made the pilgrimage special for me. John J and his staff.. icon of pilgrimage, sturdyContinue reading “Pilgrim’s reflections – 1”
24 miles, 3 days, 14 pilgrims
We did it! Our 3 day pilgrimage is complete. 24 miles, 3 days Here we are at the door of a church, ready to get our “pilgrim passports” stamped. Unfortunately in this case we were unsuccessful, as the church was closed. We completed our route at Escomb, an 8th century Saxon church, which happily wasContinue reading “24 miles, 3 days, 14 pilgrims”
The cross of St James
Our final evening snack. A genuine Santiago cake
A blessed pilgrimage
Journey’s end!
Day 2 – Houghall to Whitworth Church
Written by Karen Over the stile, and into the woods we went – 14 pilgrims full of hope for the day ahead with the steps of doom distant both in miles and memory. Along the way a stop for a cuppa, and for 3 peeps something a little stronger then a delightful picnic stop byContinue reading “Day 2 – Houghall to Whitworth Church”
Day 1 from Finchale to Durham!
A blessed day’s walking! Durham cathedral on the horizon. Magical inside! All walkers safe & sound; and we only got (a bit) lost once! Lunch was a picnic in the cathedral Close. Then off inside for our pilgrim stamps, and quiet reflections at St Bede’s tomb and St Cuthbert’s shrine ( and a rush toContinue reading “Day 1 from Finchale to Durham!”
Tapas!
Everyone arrived safely. Lots of getting to know each other conversations, greeting old friends and making new ones. We’re not in Spain but in honour of the fact that we are walking the Camino Inglese – the English way – which has Santiago as its distant destination – we enjoyed a Spanish tapas meal toContinue reading “Tapas!”
Settling and sorting
John and I arrived early. There is lots to sort out – food, finalising rooms, going over the pilgrimage route. As we are ferrying people with cars, the parking needed checking. Google maps didn’t give us all the info needed and plans have been adjusted. And now we are just waiting for everyone to arrive.Continue reading “Settling and sorting”
One Step Camino 