The annual Orthodox pilgrimage to the Shrine of Saint Winefride in Holywell, North Wales, will take place on Saturday 3rd October 2026.
The pilgrimage brings together Orthodox Christians for a day of prayer and fellowship at the shrine of Saint Winefride, one of Britain’s most well-known early saints.
Programme
10:00am – Matins
11:00am – Divine Liturgy
Followed by a procession to the Shrine, the Blessing of the Waters, and a picnic lunch.
2:30pm – Great Vespers
Pilgrimage Walk from Chester
For those wishing to make the journey on foot, a pilgrimage walk will leave St Barbara’s Orthodox Church in Chester at 2:30am, travelling to Holywell in time for the services.
Location
Holywell, Flintshire
North Wales
CH8 7LS
