This is a National Shrine of Britain, dedicated to St Winifred, a sixth century Virgin and Martyr, who was betrayed by someone to whom she had given hospitality , who killed her. People have come here ever since a Mediaeval Shrine being erected ..A Shrine dedicated to St Winefred, a sixth century Virgin and Martyr, who was betrayed & killed by someone to whom she had given hospitality, people have come here ever since the Mediaeval Shrine was erected in the fifteenth century by the grandmother of Henry VIII. The shrine survives intact because of this royal connection. The water is reputed to have healing qualities. There is an inexpensive pilgrims hostel run by the Bridgettine Sisters and prayers are said at the shrine at 5pm every day. bathing is usually in the summer only.
Parking is available just outside the ticket office, mostly on one level but there are some steps
Guide Dogs Welcome
Toilets near the ticket office
This site is a mostly level with just a few steps pathways.
Best Bit - The sanctuary of the shrine, it is very peaceful here
The staff here are very welcoming and will answer your questions, there is a small but interesting museum about St Winefred, you can bathe the waters in summer but remember this is a place of prayer and pilgrimage.
Note:
There is a very beautiful Catholic Church above the shrine see:
http://www.saintwinefrideswell.com/
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