Fr Damian's Big Prayer Walk for HCPT

Campaign by HCPT

Walking 1,070 virtual miles to Lourdes from October to Easter, Fr Damian is marking HCPT’s 70th anniversary by raising £70,000 to support its life-changing mission. Each step is a prayer and a step towards hope for those HCPT serves.

Closes 05/10/2026

Since 1956, experienced HCPT volunteers have taken 1,000s of children and adults, with a variety of needs, on life changing pilgrimage holidays to the shrine of Lourdes in France. We are of all faiths and none. Thank you for your support.

Story

From 1st October until Easter, I will be undertaking a virtual pilgrimage of 1,070 miles – the distance from the UK to Lourdes. Each step will be a prayer, each mile a reminder of the many journeys of faith, hope, and love that HCPT has made possible over the last seventy years.

Lourdes has always been a place of welcome, healing, and joy, especially for the children and adults with disabilities who travel there with HCPT. As a priest and trustee, I have witnessed the profound impact that this mission has on lives – not just for those we bring, but for every volunteer and supporter who shares in it.

To mark HCPT’s 70th anniversary, my goal is to raise £70,000. These funds will ensure that HCPT can continue its mission, bringing those most in need to experience the hope and joy of Lourdes for generations to come.

I invite you to join me in this journey: through prayer, encouragement, and, if you are able, by making a donation. Your support will help transform lives. Thank you for walking this road with me.

Donation summary

Total
£1,133.39
+ £252.50 Gift Aid
Online
£1,133.39
Offline
£0.00
Direct
£1,133.39
Fundraisers
£0.00

Charities pay a small fee for our service. Learn more about fees