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The Rededication of England as the Dowry of Mary Dowry Tour 2018-2020 - www.dowrytour.org.uk The statue of Our Lady of Walsingham is coming to a city near you Dear Pilgrim, Thank you for picking up a copy of the Shrine s 2018 Calendar. This booklet contains details of the Major Pilgrimages, together with the Shrine s standard daily programme. Please have a look to see if your diocese or Catholic organisation is coming on pilgrimage this year. In addition to the Major Pilgrimages listed, the Shrine hosts many parish, group and family pilgrimages. If you are not already coming on one, please give some thought to organising one yourself. The Shrine has a Travel Bureau and Pilgrimage Team who would be delighted to provide you with support and assistance in arranging a visit. Their contact details are below. Whether you come on a visit to the Shrine as part of a Major Pilgrimage, with a parish group, as a family or individual, we hope that your visit to Walsingham will be spiritually enriching. As the Pynson Ballad records, Our Lady s promise is: To all who come there shall find help in their need. With every blessing and the assurance of our prayers, Mgr. John Armitage - Rector Slipper Chapel Shop Shrine Travel Bureau Visit the Slipper Chapel Shop for a wide range of Walsingham gifts, including statues, Rosaries and holy water bottles. Don t forget to purchase a copy of the new Pilgrim Handbook, the perfect companion for your visit to Our Lady s Shrine. The Shrine has a Travel Bureau which helps parish groups, families and individuals arrange a pilgrimage to Walsingham. We will work with you to put together a tailor-made programme. Please get in touch and find out how we can help you organise your visit by calling us on 01328 820 217 or emailing us at travelbureau@walsingham.org.uk

You can participate in the daily 12 noon Pilgrim Mass and all major pilgrimages on our LIVE STREAM as well as spending some time with Our Lady in the Slipper Chapel. www.walsingham.org.uk/tv

Elmham House is the Shrine s own guesthouse, open from March to December. It can accommodate over 100 guests, catering for groups as well as for individuals. In addition to the main house, there are two annexe buildings, located near the gardens. There are single and twin-bedded ensuite and standard rooms, as well as two ensuite family rooms. We now provide towels in all our rooms. Facilities include lounges, a library and a large dining room with a conservatory. Our licensed restaurant serves a set menu. Call: 01328 820 217 or email: elmhamhouse@walsingham.org.uk or visit www.walsingham.org.uk Stay in touch via social media and sign up to our e-newsletter e-newsletter: www.walsingham.org.uk/signup Facebook: www.facebook.com/walsinghamblog Twitter: twitter.com/walsinghamdev

Come and listen to the voice of God in the stillness of your heart Dowry House Retreat is situated opposite the ancient Priory Grounds. It is operated by the Catholic National Shrine of Our Lady, and hospitality is provided by the Community of Our Lady of Walsingham. The newly refurbished building is set within beautiful grounds and is an ideal place for you to come and recharge your spiritual batteries, or to attend one of the many formation courses organised by the Shrine. Visit www.dowryhouse.org.uk, speak to one of the Sisters on 01328 801 018 or email: dowryhouse@walsingham.org.uk Be part of Walsingham Every day Join the Walsingham Association Share in the spirituality of the Shrine Be united in the prayers of members Receive newsletters from the Shrine Masses for members and their families For more information, contact us by: Email: wa@walsingham.org.uk Telephone: 01328 820 217 or online: www.walsingham.org.uk/wa

The Shrine relies completely on the generosity of her pilgrims and supporters. It costs 3,000 a day to run the Shrine, and your support is needed. Support the Shrine by: Your prayers Making a one-off donation Making a regular donation Leaving us a legacy Visiting the Shrine Shop Volunteering on our major pilgrimage days Becoming a member of the Walsingham Association Staying at Dowry House or the Shrine s guesthouse Telling your friends about us fundraising appeal We thank you for your continued prayers and support to Our Lady s Shrine, Walsingham.