ABOUT 600 people took part in an annual Boxing Day pilgrimage that traces the steps of a group of 12th Century monks.
The four-mile walk follows the footsteps of the monks who travelled from Ripon Cathedral to establish Fountains Abbey, in North Yorkshire, on December 26, 1132.
It was led by the Bishop of Ripon and Leeds, the Right Reverend John Packer.
Organiser Canon Keith Punshon said: "Being a pilgrimage, we are reminded that the journey to a holy place is as important as arriving at your destination.
"It reminds us too of the way in which we can support, help and enjoy each other's company walking with God to his promised future."
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