A Special Pilgrimage with Bishop Richard as part of the Year of Celebration 2026
Join us for a special pilgrimage with Bishop Richard as part of the Year of Celebration 2026!
This will be a spiritual journey of pilgrimage and worship centred around the beautiful town of Leominster, exploring the traditions of the ancient pilgrims and honouring the path trodden by St Edfrith, a Northumbrian monk who travelled south-west to preach the Gospel to the pagan kingdom of Mercia (which now falls within Hereford Diocese).
Whether you wish to connect with others in a welcoming community or seek a deeper experience of faith and reflection, all are welcome to join. Don’t miss out on this wonderful celebration.
- Saturday, 16th May, 2026
- start at 10.00 am until 12noon (followed by short service and picnic lunch)
- Pilgrimage Lead: Fr. Guy Cole.
- We will be walking with Bishop Richard from St Dubricius, Hamnish, to Leominster Priory, which was founded by St Edfrith in 660.
- It is a 3.5 mile walk over fields and includes some stiles - approx 2 hours
- The walk will be followed by a Eucharist in the Priory
- A picnic lunch (bring your own picnic) will follow at approx 12:30/1pm
- The advice is to wear stout footwear (the route is not suitable for those with limited mobility or small children in buggies. Any children attending must be supervised by their responsible adult)
- Please park in the car park at Hamnish village hall. (Sat Navs: HR6 0QW).
- Toilets are available at Hamnish village hall and Leominster Priory.
- Shuttle transport back to Hamnish will be available after the Holy Communion service and picnic lunch at Leominster Priory (approx. 1:30p - 2pm)
- This is a FREE event but BOOKING IS REQUESTED via the Diocesan website.