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Essex Leg
Friendship, ferries, the countryside,
food and God are just some of the highlights of Essex Leg.
The Leg tends to be one of the smaller Student Cross Legs (about 24
walkers) and so is one of the more companionable groups. Great
friendships are made and a real sense of togetherness develops
during the week. Essex Leg is one of the youngest of the six full
Legs of Student Cross – it began in 1972. Essex Leg also tends to be
one of the more diverse groups – our current walkers include
Catholics, Anglicans and Methodists.
We begin our 120-mile pilgrimage in Colchester and have one of the
most varied and scenic routes to Walsingham, including three boat
trips.
The rest of our walk progresses along a variety of scenic routes,
from walking on the beach at Felixstowe to the quiet country lanes
of Norfolk, passing by small villages and beautiful churches. We
also stop at many of the local pubs en route, giving us the
opportunity to relax and sample the local brews (for this reason
Essex Leg is unfortunately unable to take pilgrims who are aged
under 18).
Joyful song, prayer and worship, tears and laughter, beautiful
scenery, and tea and cakes are all set alongside Essex Leg’s walk
with Jesus during Holy Week. Even if you only do it once (and we’re
pretty sure you will want to do it more than once), you’ll have an
experience you’ll never forget. We hope to see you on Essex Leg this
Easter. |
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