Children’s Pilgrimage

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Children's Pilgrimage 2026

Shouts of Joy!

Our 2026 Children's Pilgrimage is a special weekend for children aged 7 to 11.

It begins on the Friday evening with supper at 6.30pm and then our first Visit to the Holy House at 8.15pm. After a packed weekend, it concludes on the Sunday with lunch at 12.30pm.

At the 2026 Children’s Pilgrimage we will consider how joy is a special feeling of happiness. Mary,
chosen by God, became the cause of our joy when she said YES and became the Mother of Jesus.

To Book:

  1. Book with the Hospitality Department on 01328 820255
  2.  Fill in this form to book in with the Education Team.

Once we have received your booking, we will send you links to additional documentation including sample risk assessments and further details about the event.

Download the booking leaflet here.

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Accommodation

Your group will be staying in the Shrine's accommodation in a mixture of twin and triple rooms (with single rooms available for adults). Towels and soap are provided. Meals will be provided in the pilgrim refectory starting with Friday supper at 6.30pm  and the last meal will be lunch on Sunday.

Price

CHILD £104

ADULT £138

Price includes all meals, accommodation at the Shrine, all activities and a free T-Shirt for each child. Adult T-Shirts are available for an additional £12 each.

 

Financial Support

The Shrine is able to provide financial support towards the cost of your travel. Email the Director of Engagement and Education, Caroline Ward schools@olw-shrine.org.uk to apply, giving details of the cost of your transport.

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2025 Children's Pilgrimage

In 2025 our theme was Creed All About It. We thought about how the Nicene Creed gives us a structure for our faith, and how God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit are important for us as Christians. Together, we enjoyed mass, Sprinkling, a procession and Benediction.
We also experienced Godly Play, a singing workshop, met miniature donkeys and danced our hearts out at a disco.
To view the photographs of the event, click here.

In 2021 our Children's Pilgrimage was online due to the pandemic. You can view the content and the accompanying resources by clicking here

The resources and accompanying videos are perfect for using in your own setting.