Monday 8 May 2023 – Ribble Valley Walk for Life
The Christian Heritage Centre, based at Stonyhurst College, has kindly organised a sponsored walk along the Tolkien Trail in the beautiful Ribble Valley.
J.R.R. Tolkien spent a lot of his time during the Second World War working on The Lord of the Rings at Stonyhurst College where the walk will begin. He is said to have been inspired by the wooded landscapes and the countryside of the Ribble Valley around Stonyhurst when he was writing The Lord of the Rings. The video below features some of the stunning scenery in the region.
The day will begin at 2pm with a speech before everyone departs on a shortened version of the Tolkien Trail at 2.30pm – before returning to Theodore House between 4.30-5pm.
For those who wish to attend, the Rt. Rev. John Arnold, Bishop of Salford will preside over adoration and benediction at St Peter’s Church, Stonyhurst at 5.15pm. Lord Alton of Liverpool will also give a reflection.
Refreshments will then be served at 5.45pm at Theodore House, Stonyhurst.
If you are travelling from out of town, Theodore House is offering a 10% discount on their B&B accommodation. To book, email bookings@theodorehouse.com quoting “RightToLife”.
- Date: Monday 8 May 2023 (Coronation bank holiday)
- Start time: 2pm
- Start location: Theodore House, Stonyhurst, Clitheroe, BB7 9PZ (Click here to view on Google Maps)
For full details and to register for the walk click here.
Monday 29 May 2023 – Burnley Sponsored Walk for Right To Life UK
The Burnley Knights of St Columba (Council 110) and Burnley Catenian Circle 154 have kindly organised a 10km sponsored walk for Right To Life UK.
The day will begin at St Mary’s Church at 1pm. From there, the walk will proceed on a scenic 10km route along the River Brun to Rowley Lake and then return to Burnley where refreshments will be served after the walk at the Knights of St Columba Club across the road from St Mary’s church.
All proceeds raised from the walk will be donated to Right To Life UK.
- Date: Monday 29 May 2023 (Spring bank holiday)
- Start time: 1pm
- Start location: St Mary’s Church, Yorkshire Street, Burnley BB10 4AU (Click here to view on Google Maps)