NEXT WEEKEND 13th - 14th September 2025
Walk the Cross – Scotland
📅 13th – 14th September 2025
📍 From St Andrew’s Cathedral, Glasgow to Carfin Grotto
Join us for a powerful two-day pilgrimage on the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross and Our Lady of Sorrows. This 33 km walk — one kilometre for each year that Jesus lived — is a chance to pray, reflect, and walk together in community, finishing at the National Shrine of Our Lady of Lourdes in Carfin.
Event Schedule
Saturday, 13th September
📍 Meet: 8:30am at St Andrew’s Cathedral, Clyde Street, Glasgow
⏰ Start: 9:00am
➡️ Route: Clyde Walkway → Uddingston
🏁 End: Uddingston train station (Day 1 finish)
👉 Tip: Park at Uddingston in the morning and take the train into Glasgow (every 15 mins) so your car is ready when you finish Day 1.
Sunday, 14th September
📍 Meet: 8:30am at Uddingston train station
⏰ Start: 9:00am
➡️ Route: Uddingston → Carfin Grotto
✝️ 2:30pm: Eucharistic Procession & Rosary at Carfin
🙏 3:00pm: Adoration in the Glass Chapel with the Divine Mercy Chaplet
🍴 Canteen: Refreshments available
⛪ 4:15pm: Holy Mass at Carfin Grotto
Non-walkers are warmly invited to join us at Carfin for the Procession, Adoration, Mass, and fellowship.
🚆 A train station opposite Carfin Grotto makes it easy to return to Uddingston or continue onward.
📧 Register: walkthecross33@gmail.com
🌐 More info: www.walkthecross.ie/scotland
📱 Join our WhatsApp group for updates (QR code on poster).
📞 Contact Pauline for details: 07508 561799
Accommodation (Suggestions)
If you’re travelling from outside Glasgow or want to stay overnight:
Near St Andrew’s Cathedral (Glasgow City Centre)
Premier Inn Glasgow City Centre (George Square) – budget-friendly, walking distance to the Cathedral.
Holiday Inn Express Glasgow Riverside – close to Clyde Street.
Motel One Glasgow – modern, next to Glasgow Central Station.
Near Uddingston (end of Day 1)
Redstones Hotel – local inn with parking and restaurant.
Bothwell Bridge Hotel – comfortable option in nearby Bothwell village.
Near Carfin Grotto (Day 2 finish)
Dalziel Park Hotel (Motherwell) – 10 min drive from Carfin, with good facilities.
Raven’s Cliff Hotel (Motherwell) – convenient chain option.
Transport
Train options:
Day 1: Uddingston ↔ Glasgow Central (regular ScotRail service, ~15 mins).
Day 2: Carfin ↔ Uddingston (direct trains, ~10 mins).
Parking:
Uddingston train station has parking — ideal if you want your car ready at the end of Day 1.
Carfin has parking near the Grotto for Sunday Mass-goers.
Air travel:
Nearest airport: Glasgow International (GLA) (25 mins by taxi/train to Glasgow city).
Practical Walking Tips
Footwear: Wear broken-in walking shoes/trainers — avoid brand-new shoes.
Clothing: Dress in layers; Scotland’s weather can change quickly. Bring a light waterproof jacket.
Food & Water: Carry a refillable water bottle and some high-energy snacks. Lunch stops will be flexible.
Pace: Walk at a prayerful, steady pace; marshals will guide the group.
Visibility: A hi-vis vest or bright jacket is recommended for safety.
Rosary/Prayer aids: Bring your rosary and prayer book — we’ll pray as we walk.
Health: Carry personal medication and blister plasters; let organisers know if you have health concerns.
Registration & Info
📧 Register: walkthecross33@gmail.com
🌐 Details: www.walkthecross.ie
📱 Contact Pauline: 07508 561799
📲 Join the WhatsApp group (QR code on poster) for updates.
✨ Come walk in faith, prayer, and solidarity as we carry the Cross together from Glasgow to Carfin.
