On Friday and Saturday, a band of pilgrims followed in the steps of many others over the centuries, by walking from the western end of the Benefice, stopping off at every church, and finishing at Salisbury Cathedral, our Mother Church, for Choral Evensong on the Eve of Mothering Sunday.

The pilgrimage was the idea of the Rector, Ruth Howlett-Shipley, who walked the whole route. Others joined, for the whole journey, or for a section, or came out to cheer on the pilgrims. The weather on both days was kind, with spring sunshine and a gentle breeze.

On our arrival at Salisbury Cathedral, tired but happy, we treated ourselves to very welcome refreshments in the Refectory. We enjoyed Choral Evensong, sung by the St Cecilia Singers, which made a very fitting conclusion to the Pilgrimage.

The planning of the two-day event was a successful team effort. Many thanks must go firstly to Ruth, but also to all those who provided the maps, the brochure, the refreshments along the route and the encouragement to get us to the finish line!

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