Walking Together: Pilgrim Place Conference 2026

The first ever Pilgrim Place Conference invites churches, leaders, and practitioners to explore how any church can be a place of pilgrimage
About this Event

Join us to explore how churches can use the Pilgrim Place resources, learn from others and be inspired together.

• Be inspired with the vision and practice of pilgrimage through a keynote from Archbishop Stephen Cottrell

• Hear about practical resources, stories, and tools for churches exploring or developing Pilgrim Place identity.

• Engage in peer learning, networking, and shared wisdom across traditions and contexts.

The event is open to exisiting Pilgrim Places who are looking to develop their offering or to those interested in how any church can be a place of pilgrimage.

Alongside a keynote on Pilgrimage from Archbishop Stephen the day will involve

· A panel of different Pilgrim Places churches

· Lunch provided and included in the ticket price

· Workshops including

• Engaging schools in pilgrimage
• Creating new routes
• Exploring a worshipping community connected to pilgrimage
• Creative ways to use your building for visitor engagement and mission

Further details and a full programme will follow in due course.