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Who
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Students and young people from all over Britain and internationally -
mainly Roman Catholic but from other Christian Churches as well. Pilgrims
come from as diverse backgrounds as students themselves.
Most groups will meet on the evening of the Friday before Good Friday,
but there are options to start later. It finishes on Easter Sunday.
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What
gear do I need? |
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All you need
will be cheap or easy to borrow - as long as you've got a waterproof, a
sleeping bag and some trainers, you'll be alright. No specialist equipment
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How
far is it? |
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Most groups
walk 120 miles. It's easier than you think - there's lots of stops and
walking with a group provides a great boost. Your luggage is taken in
a car and if it gets too much, so are you. |
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Do
I need to be really fit? |
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Many confirmed
couch potatoes have completed the walk without much difficulty. However,
some preparation can be helpful. As little as two weeks' preparation
with simple stretches and exercises would enable you to tackle the week. |
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How
much does it cost? |
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Costs vary,
though students and the unwaged can expect to pay between £15 and
£50. This covers all your food and accommodation for the week. The
only other extras you have to find are beer money and about £15 for
a coach back from Walsingham. Financial support towards the cost of the
pilgrimage is available from the Student Cross Association - please ask
for further details. |
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What
if I don't know anyone? |
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Don't worry,
you soon will. Previous walkers are very keen to meet new faces and there
will be other people in the same boat as yourself. Many very strong friendships
are formed during the week. |
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Can I help to advertise Student Cross? |
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Yes. Please download our
poster (PDF, 268kb) and
leaflet (PDF, 328kb) to display in your
chaplaincy, parish or wherever else you want. |
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Do
you have any information for the media? |
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Yes. Please
look here for a news release on this year's
pilgrimage and details of photo opportunities |
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A
week of fellowship and a lifetime of friendships
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