Private Tour: Pilgrimage to Walsingham Tour
Peterborough, England
- 7 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
The holy village of Walsingham has been one of England’s most important pilgrimage sites ever since the 1061, when an apparition of the Virgin Mary appeared to one of the townswomen. This private full-day tour includes round-trip transport from London, free time to explore the village, and the chance to visit both the Roman Catholic and Anglican shrines.
- Full-day private pilgrimage to Walsingham from London
- Visit the Roman Catholic and Anglican shrines in medieval Walsingham
- Discover Walsingham’s pilgrim history from your guide
- Great-value tour includes entrance fees and round-trip transport
- Private tour ensures a personalised experience
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Driver/guide
- Local guide
- Private tour
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Lunch
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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Pickup details
I can meet you at your hotel in Oakham or Stamford or Peterborough (if there is parking outside) or alternatively off your train at Peterborough from London which takes 48 minutes and also from Kings Lynn Station.
Operating hours.8:00 am
Itinerary
Make your own way to Watford Station (around 25 minutes from central London by tube), where your guide and private vehicle will be waiting for you. Then, set out on the 2.5-hour drive to Walsingham, passing through the scenic Thetford Forest, and along the country lanes of Norfolk.
Along the way, learn about Walsingham’s fascinating religious heritage, which dates back to the time – around 1,000 years ago – when the Virgin Mary reportedly appeared and instructed that a replica of the house of Jesus in the Holy Land be reconstructed here. On arrival, make a beeline for the town’s holiest site – the Roman Catholic shrine and adjoining Slipper Chapel, which dates back to 1325.
Then, head into the holy village, where points of interest include the ruined abbey, the Orthodox Church, and the Anglican Church and shrine. Finally, enjoy some free time to stroll around the medieval village independently and browse the souvenir shops, before setting out on the journey back to London.
Along the way, learn about Walsingham’s fascinating religious heritage, which dates back to the time – around 1,000 years ago – when the Virgin Mary reportedly appeared and instructed that a replica of the house of Jesus in the Holy Land be reconstructed here. On arrival, make a beeline for the town’s holiest site – the Roman Catholic shrine and adjoining Slipper Chapel, which dates back to 1325.
Then, head into the holy village, where points of interest include the ruined abbey, the Orthodox Church, and the Anglican Church and shrine. Finally, enjoy some free time to stroll around the medieval village independently and browse the souvenir shops, before setting out on the journey back to London.
1
Anglican Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
2
Catholic National Shrine & Basilica of Our Lady
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
3
Walsingham Abbey
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
4
Eastern Orthodox Church
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Dress code is smart casual
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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