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Celtic England
A Pilgrimage to Holy Sites of Cornwall,
Southern England & London
In the spirit of Chaucer, undertake a Celtic journey to some of the major
sites associated with the Celtic saints of Cornwall, Arthurian myths,
and medieval pilgrimages.
Our pilgrimage explores the historical sites of Bath, Glastonbury, Tintagel,
St. Ives, St. Michael's Mount, Padstow, Fowey, Truro, Cerne Abbas and
Stonehenge. In addition, we’ll visit the great medieval cathedrals
of Salisbury, Winchester, Canterbury, and Westminster Abbey in London.
Throughout the pilgrimage Ed Sellner, Ph.D., a noted Celtic scholar,
will present informed seminars and encourage lively discussions on the
history, teachings, and spirituality of Celtic saints as they apply to
contemporary Christians.
Sample Daily Itinerary
Day 1
Depart from USA for London.
Day 2
Board our motorcoach and depart for Canterbury, one of England’s
most famous pilgrimage sites and the place where Thomas Becket was martyred.
Seminar on Pilgrimage. Dinner and overnight in Canterbury.
Day 3
Tour of Canterbury Cathedral with the remainder of the day is free in
Canterbury. Optional visits to the “Canterbury Tales” and
to the city’s museums and art gallery. Dinner at the hotel.
Day 4
Depart for Winchester, where the legendary round table is found. Tour
of the Great Hall and Cathedral. Continue on to Salisbury. Dinner and
overnight in Salisbury.
Day 5
Visit Salisbury Cathedral followed by Stonehenge, associated in Arthurian
Myth with Merlin. On to Cerne Abbas and its famous giant. Return to Salisbury
for dinner and overnight.
Day 6
Depart for Newquay for the next two nights. In Padstow, explore the church
of St. Petroc. Then on to St. Ives, home of St. Ia and Cornwall’s
artistic community. Return to Newquay for dinner and overnight. Seminar
on “Holy Saints and Sites of Cornwall.”
Day 7
Visit Tintagel, reputed birthplace of King Arthur, for a tour with a local
guide. Return to Newquay for dinner and overnight.
Day 8
Depart Newquay for magnificent St. Michael’s Mount and a tour of
the castle, high rock and gardens. Continue on to Truro and its beautiful
Cathederal. On to the picturesque coastal town of Fowey for the next two
nights. Dinner at the hotel.
Day 9
Visit the 200-acre Lost Gardens of Heligan. Return to Fowey for free time
to explore St. Finbarrus Church and the sites associated with Cornish
author, Daphne du Maurier. Evening seminar on “Celtic Saints and
Arthurian Myths.”
Day 10
Journey to Bath, for the next two nights. A guided walking tour of this
magnificent Regency city includes a visit to its famous Roman Baths. Welcome
reception and dinner at the hotel.
Day 11
Head to Glastonbury to tour of its famous Abbey, holy wells, tor and shops.
Glastonbury is associated with Saints Patrick, Brigit and Joseph of Arimathea.
It is also reputedly the burial place of King Arthur and Guinevere. Return
to Bath for dinner and overnight.
Day 12
Depart Bath and journey into London. Upon arrival, enjoy a 1/2 day sightseeing
tour of London. Overnight in London.
Day 13
Breakfast at hotel. Today is free in London to shop and sightsee.
Day 14 - Departure
Transfer to the airport for the return flight home.
Pilgrimage Guides
Ed Sellner, Ph.D. is professor of Pastoral Theology and
Spirituality at the College of St. Catherine, St. Paul, Minnesota. Ed
is a noted scholar in the areas of lay ministry, mentoring, spiritual
guidance, and Celtic spirituality.
Author of numerous articles and books, Ed’s publications include
Mentoring: The Ministry of Spiritual Kinship (2002), The Celtic Soul-Friend
(2002), Soul-Making: The Telling of a Spiritual Journey (1991), Wisdom
of the Celtic Saints (1993), and Father and Son: Time Lost, Love Recovered
(1995).
Karol Baumeister is the founder and owner of AGT –
American Group Tours. Karol specializes in Ireland and Northern Ireland,
arranging individual and group travel. She has also escorted groups to
various destinations in Europe, Mexico the Middle East and the USA.
For over 20 years, Karol has been involved with the Children’s
Program of Northern Ireland, bringing 10 and 11 year-old children
from Belfast to stay with a Midwestern family for a five-weeks each summer.
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