A photo of the Catholic Women Organisation in Milton Keynes out on a walk.

Children walking in a park holding Big Lent Walk posters.

A group of children stood outside for a posting. Some are holding a large CAFOD banner.

A group of parishioners stood outside their church ahead of a walk.

Thanks to all the individuals, parishes and schools who made this a fantastic edition of the #BigLentWalk! 👏

https://walk.cafod.org.uk

📍Catholic Women Organisation Milton Keynes, St Mary's Catholic Primary Schools Trust, All Saints Glossop, Immaculate Conception Eccleshall

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Today in Lourdes, I completed the last couple of kilometres to reach the 2026 #CAFOD #BigLentWalk target of 200km.

Thank you so much to everyone who has donated. The money raised will support the work of the Catholic Agency for Overseas Development.

Grateful to receive my lovely beanie hat from CAFOD for my #BigLentWalk 192 km walked so far and still time to support my fundraising page!

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20km today. Just 16km remaining to complete the 200km target for the 2026 #CAFOD #BigLentWalk
Thank you for the generous donations which will support the work of the Catholic Agency for Overseas Development.

Adrian's CAFOD Big Lent Walk Fundraising Page is fundraising for CAFOD Support Adrian's CAFOD Big Lent Walk Fundraising Page and donate to their page

Thanks to everyone who has sponsored me on my @cafod.bsky.social #BigLentWalk. I've walked over 200km during Lent & will carry on up to Easter.
If you'd like to support my walk in solidarity with people who have to walk long distances for clean water, please visit: walk.cafod.org.uk/fundraising/...

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18km today towards my 200km target for the 2026 #CAFOD #BigLentWalk in the company of Joan as she prepares for the #Caminofrances

Thank you for the generous donations received so far that will support the work of the Catholic Agency for Overseas Development.

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Just 60km remaining of the 200km target for the 2026 #CAFOD #BigLentWalk The funds raised will support the work of the Catholic Agency for Overseas Development.

Huge thanks for all the generous donations so far.

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Another 10km towards the 200km target for the 2026 #CAFOD #BigLentWalk to raise funds to support the work of the Catholic Agency for Overseas Development.

Big thanks for the donations so far.

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Half way towards the 200km target for the 2026 #CAFOD #BigLentWalk to raise funds to support the work of the Catholic Agency for Overseas Development.

Big thanks for the donations so far.

Photos of the CAFOD staff Big Lent Walk in Nigeria

Photos of the CAFOD staff Big Lent Walk in Nigeria

Photos of the CAFOD staff Big Lent Walk in Nigeria

Great to see our colleagues in Nigeria out adding to their #BigLentWalk totals! 💚

The team have been using their walks to raise awareness on Water Sanitation and Hygiene while physically standing in solidarity with the communities we serve.

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Year 1 enjoyed their Big Lent Walk!
#biglentwalk

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Another 8km down towards the 200km target for the 2026 #CAFOD #BigLentWalk to raise funds to support the work of the Catholic Agency for Overseas Development.

Big thanks for all the generous donations so far.

Prayer. 🙏
Fasting. 🍽️
Almsgiving. 🪙

Out on the #BigLentWalk, Jenny explains how the challenge helps you to stay connected to these three pillars of Lent.

https://walk.cafod.org.uk/

A photo showing Holly walking away from the camera in nature.

Zoe and Henry pictured together outdoors.

Reverend Shirley outside on a walk.

We've been inspired after seeing so many lacing up their boots following the start of the #BigLentWalk. 💚

Every walker covering 200km over the 40 days is helping to bring life-saving water to communities around the world.

More about some of our great walkers. ⤵️

https://bit.ly/3MR2S3B

A graphic featuring a photo of someone walking away from the camera towards the hill. "Irish Blessing May the road rise to meet you, may the wind be always at your back, may the sun shine warm upon your fields, and until we meet again, may God hold you in the palm of his hand."

Thank you and congratulations to all who've made it through the first week of the #BigLentWalk! 💚

If you're yet to sign up or would like to support somebody walking, you can do so on the dedicated website. ⤵️

https://walk.cafod.org.uk/

Donna wearing a hat with the Big Lent Walk pin badge attached to it.

Deacon Dave pointing at the Big Lent Walk beanie he is wearing.

Helen walking by the beach wearing a Big Lent Walk beanie.

Ross outside Westminster Cathedral with an ash cross on his head.

Great to see people's photos coming in from the first days of this year's #BigLentWalk! 💚

You can still sign up to the challenge and make donations to help raise funds for water. Find out more. ⤵️

https://walk.cafod.org.uk/

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First outing for the 2026 #CAFOD #biglentwalk 14km down. Just 186 to go.
All donations gratefully received in support of the Catholic Agency for Overseas Development. 🙏

A graphic featuring a calendar with lots of reminders about the Big Lent Walk and promotional material for it.

Happy Shrove Tuesday! 🥞

It's almost time to start counting the kilometres on the #BigLentWalk.

Learn more about why we're doing it and how the funds you raise help build vital water infrastructure. ⤵️

https://walk.cafod.org.uk/

A graphic for the Big Lent Walk featuring a large purple circle with text says "200km, 40 days."

A graphic for the Big Lent Walk featuring giant figures walking over a landscape. "Walk together for life-saving water. Join us this Lent."

🚦 The #BigLentWalk begins on Wednesday!🚦

You can still sign up and get fundraising. All the information you need. ⤵️

https://walk.cafod.org.uk/

A person outdoors with a scenic view of the ocean and hilly landscape behind.

A person stands smiling in a garden surrounded by lush green foliage. They are wearing a purple patterned cardigan and jeans. Their arms are outstretched, lightly touching the leaves around them.

A person wearing a black beanie and scarf takes a selfie with a brown horse standing beside them in front of a stable entrance.

In less than a week, thousands step into Lent with the #BigLentWalk.

Meet the walkers – from an 85-year-old trailblazer to familiar faces – taking on 200km in 40 days for life-saving water. 🌟 ⤵️

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It all starts in a week's time on Ash Wednesday...💚

Join us to walk 200km over 40 days in Lent and help raise funds for life-saving water. 🚰

All you need to get ready to take on the #BigLentWalk. ⤵️

https://walk.cafod.org.uk/

A graphic featuring a photo of Pope Leo XIV and a quote of his. "Together, as one people, as brothers and sisters all, let us walk toward God and love one another."

👣 Walk 200km
📆 Over 40 days
🚰 Raise funds for life-saving water 🪙

Ash Wednesday is next week and with it, the start of the #BigLentWalk!

There's still time to sign up. ⤵️

https://walk.cafod.org.uk/

The Traitors ends, but the real challenge begins. Harry Clark turns faithful, will you join him?

Strengthen your faith in the #BigLentWalk. ⤵️

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A graphic featuring an aerial landscape and a purple circle with text saying "200km, 40 days."

There are 30 days to go until Ash Wednesday and the next edition of the #BigLentWalk. 👣

We want to make it the biggest yet as we raise funds for life-saving water.

Sign up now. ⤵️

https://walk.cafod.org.uk/

A graphic featuring the Big Lent Walk beanie and pin badge. "Free beanie hat when you raise over £200." "Free pin badge when you sign up."

Sign up for the #BigLentWalk this year and we'll send a free pin badge and wallchart in the welcome pack. 💚 📬

Succeed in raising over £200 and we'll recognise your contribution with a free beanie. 💝

Sign up today. ⤵️

https://walk.cafod.org.uk/

Ready for a challenge this Lent?

Cover 200km over 40 days as we raise funds for life-saving water.

Join us in this year's #BigLentWalk and let's make it the biggest yet! 💪

Find out more and sign up here. ⤵️

https://walk.cafod.org.uk/

Walking in faith: Why walking is a chance to reflect Discover how walking becomes a powerful spiritual practice during CAFOD's Big Lent Walk. Explore the connection between physical movement and faith reflection, and learn why putting one foot in front ...

How can walking be a way to reflect and reconnect with faith?

Read more in our guide as we start looking ahead to the #BigLentWalk and explore the benefits of slowing down, reflecting and keeping hope alive. ⤵️

https://bit.ly/3YnSYJd

Photos from Flame 2025 with giant hands saying "Cancel debt" and "Choose hope."

A school holding a Big Lent Walk banner.

Young people in Rome walking with the Big Lent Walk banner.

A full Westminster Cathedral with schoolchildren taking part in a Jubilee pledge event.

2025 was a busy one in schools...

✏️ 1,200 schools made the Jubilee pledge.
🔥 More than 10,000 young people at Wembley Arena for Flame 2025.
👣 Thousands of kilometres walked and pounds raised on the #BigLentWalk.

A huge thank you to all schools for everything. 💚

The most recent Lent was a busy time, but you really stepped up to show amazing love and solidarity during:

👣 The #BigLentWalk
🍲 #FamilyFastDay and soup lunches
🔥 #Flame2025

We're hugely thankful for all the wonderful support. 💚 Let's keep going as Pilgrims of Hope in this Jubilee year.

Bury schoolgirl, 8, embarks on year-long charity mission Eight-year-old Tahlia wants her fundraising adventures to help charities

Great to see Tahlia in Bury recognised for her amazing efforts for various charities! 💚

We've loved seeing her efforts during the #BigLentWalk alongside Cookie the dog. 🐕 Learn more about the challenges she's taken on. ⤵️

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