We are delighted to be returning to the beautiful shrine of Our Lady in Walsingham next May.

This annual pilgrimage is a real highlight in our diocesan calendar, welcoming hundreds of pilgrims from across the diocese to join in this prayerful experience.

Walk along the Holy Mile with your fellow pilgrims as we pray the Rosary and sing hymns to Our Lady before having the chance to explore the peaceful grounds of the Catholic shrine, visit the famous Slipper Chapel, and take part in a Service of Reconciliation and Mass at the basilica.

Next year’s pilgrimage will take place on Saturday 3rd May, with the option to extend your visit by stating overnight on Friday 2nd May.

A dedicated Youth Pilgrimage will once again take place from Friday 2nd to Saturday 3rd May for young pilgrims in years 7, 8, and 9.

Please revisit this page at a later date for details on how to book.

Discover the fascinating history of our Northern Saints with this one-off pilgrimage to Lindisfarne, Ripon, and Durham.

This remarkable pilgrimage led by Bishop John presents an opportunity to learn more about the history of faith in our country and the incredible saints who still inspire many of us on our earthly pilgrimage to this day.

Please note, availability for this pilgrimage is limited.

Please revisit this page at a later date for details on dates and how to book.

We are delighted to be travelling to Lourdes once again as our annual diocesan pilgrimage returns in this jubilee year.

Embrace the pilgrimage spirit with daily Masses, private prayer, torchlight processions and more as we walk in the footsteps of St Bernadette in the exact spot where Our Lady appeared to the teenager 18 times.

Bringing our centenary celebrations to a close, 2025 will once again provide an opportunity to visit and pray at the shrine that brings millions of pilgrims from across the world to this small, French town each and every year.

Please revisit this page at a later date for details on how to book.

In this year of Jubilee, Rome is set to be a highlight on the pilgrimage trail for Catholics throughout the world.

We’re pleased to be able to offer a small pilgrimage to Rome from 15th to 20th September.

Led by Bishop John, this pilgrimage offers the rare opportunity to celebrate the jubilee at the home of our faith.

Bookings will open on Monday 5th August. Please revisit this page to book your place.

Please note, availability for this pilgrimage is limited and places will be booked on a first come, first served basis, once bookings have opened.

Young adults from across the diocese are invited to join our Young Adults Ministry team for an unforgettable pilgrimage to Rome next summer, led by Bishop John.

In celebration of the Year of Jubilee, Pope Francis has announced a special World Youth Day, inviting the next generation of Catholics to join together in shared faith, hope, and Christian joy.

The pilgrimage is for over 16s and will take place between 28 July and 3 August, with accommodation at Palazzola – the stunning English College villa on the outskirts of the city.

For more information and to register your interest, please email youth@dioceseofsalford.org.uk

Join our Youth Ministry Team on a true voyage of discovery in visiting this popular place of pilgrimage.

Step back through centuries of Christian history as we learn more about the story of our faith in Britain in a beautiful destination that welcomes more than 650,000 visitors each year.

With opportunities for prayer and reflection throughout the stay, this pilgrimage is set to be a wonderful way to celebrate our faith with other young people under the age of 16.

The pilgrimage will take place 20th-22nd June.

For more information, please email youth@dioceseofsalford.org.uk

Did you know our very own diocese is steeped in incredible religious history?

From local martyrs to personal devotions such as Our Lady of Manchester and Our Lady of Whalley – as well as remarkable stories from parishes across the diocese – we’re delighted to celebrate the incredible story of our Catholic past in this Year of Jubilee.

Please revisit this page at a later day for more information.