Beauvale Pilgrimage - Moorgreen - Nottinghamshire

I just love this place, and frequently visit the lovely tea room which is situated in what had been the Gate House to this special site.  (For more about the history just see my previous blog).

I knew that once a year they hold a pilgrimage to honour the martyrs, and this year I was determined to attend.  Fortunately it was the most beautiful day, with warm sunshine and a cloudless blue sky.

The event started with a procession up the lane, that wound it's way passed the Gate House and across the the ruins, to the memorial stone. It was good to see school children taking part, as well as a lot of clergy and parishioners.

After a short service, we all headed for the nearby rows of chairs for the main service - there's always something special about ceremonies held outside in the sunshine.

Although I'm not Catholic, I could follow the service in the booklet provided, and I certainly enjoyed the sermon given by the Rt. Rev Bishop Patrick McKinney - which seemed most appropriate in the circumstances
Altogether this was a most inspiring and lovely afternoon - and I certainly enjoyed such an unique occasion.
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