Nick Mayhew-Smith - 'Pilgrim Places of Dorset'

Nick Mayhew-Smith, author and researcher, will be exploring the sacred heritage of Dorset. His illustrated talk will guide us through the county’s many Pilgrim Places, from ancient churches and holy wells to earthworks and sacred trees, highlighting how these landscapes inspire reflection and connection for modern pilgrims that resonate with wider narratives across the Britain.

Currently Head of Whitelands College at Roehampton University, Nick has written extensively on spirituality, heritage, and the environment. His acclaimed works include Britain’s Holiest Places (adapted into a six-part BBC series), The Naked Hermit, Britain’s Pilgrim Places, and Landscape Liturgies.

Age Restriction: 16+

Tickets:
Adults: £15
Friends of Shaftesbury Abbey & Students: £12