Thirty-two parishioners had a lovely day at Harvington Hall in Worcestershire this week. A few miles down the M42 we wondered whether we would get there, as the coach developed a leak in the diesel tank and we had to evacuate. A replacement coach was soon on the way and all was well.
We arrived and celebrated Mass before lunch: some picnicked in the wonderful grounds, and some chose the delights of the tea room.
After lunch we had a guided tour of the house. The Catholic family who owned it sheltered priests during penal times, and the house contains seven hiding places, some of them constructed by St Nicholas Owen. One of our number was brave enough to venture into one of them.
You can see some pictures of our day here.
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