Question 1

What do I need to bring to the Pilgrimage?

Accepted Answer

Walking gear, sleeping bag, sleeping mat, torch, tent, toiletries, first aid kit with blister plasters, food, water bottles, headscarf for women, rosary, phone for adults (so that they are contactable because of their children), cash.

Question 2

Will I need to carry my luggage?

Accepted Answer

No, at the start of the pilgrimage and at every campsite you will be able to load and unload your luggage into the pilgrimage van. Note that this van is not available at lunch stops.

Question 3

Do I need to bring food?

Accepted Answer

Bring reasonable supplies of food to keep you energised during the walk. For all pilgrims breakfast and dinner is provided. For the Family chapter, lunch is also included, but not for the Adult chapter. However, Adult chapter walkers can purchase lunch on-site or via the website, see booking page https://www.canterburypilgrimage.co.uk/event-details-registration/sspx-canterbury-pilgrimage-2025

Question 4

Do I need to bring a tent?

Accepted Answer

You can bring a tent or register to use the communal tent, 18 year olds + only. To book a place in the communal tent, please go to the registration page 
https://www.canterburypilgrimage.co.uk/event-details-registration/sspx-canterbury-pilgrimage-2025 (https://www.canterburypilgrimage.co.uk/event-details-registration/sspx-canterbury-pilgrimage-2025)

Question 5

Will there be a communal tent for sleeping?

Accepted Answer

You can register to use the communal tent, 18 year old + only. To book a place in the communal tent, please go to the registration page https://www.canterburypilgrimage.co.uk/event-details-registration/sspx-canterbury-pilgrimage-2025

Question 6

How do I get to the pilgrimage?

Accepted Answer

Friday:
AM: Train to Rochester
PM: Train to Bearsted
 
Saturday:
AM: Train to Bearsted
PM: Train to Charing
 
Sunday: 
AM: Train to Chilham
PM: Train to Canterbury
 
Please discuss alternative arrangements with organisation team, pilgrimages@fsspx.uk

Question 7

Can I bring my car to the pilgrimage?

Accepted Answer

It is recommended not to bring your car to the pilgrimage. If it is necessary to bring your car, note that this is under your responsibility and the pilgrimage does not provide drivers to move the car from one campsite to another. Cars cannot be left during the day at the campsites.

Question 8

Can I leave my car in Rochester?

Accepted Answer

There are parking facilities at Rochester, however the pilgrimage does not arrange or reserve parking for pilgrims.

Question 9

Can I leave my car at the campsite?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, the campsites are closed during the day time, and cars will be towed away if left during these close times.

Question 10

Can I bring my young child to the pilgrimage?

Accepted Answer

Yes, this year the pilgrimage has created a new route that will be entirely pramproof. To follow this route, please register to the Family Chapter.