Post by Sandford St. Martin Trust

Chine McDonald spoke on Radio 4's 'Thought for the Day' yesterday about the much-loved series 'Pilgrimage' (CTVC Ltd) which received a Special Award at #sandford2026 awards ceremony: https://lnkd.in/eq5ZkyPn “This week I attended the Sandford St Martin Awards honouring the best in religious broadcasting where a special award went to the BBC’s Pilgrimage. The show takes well known figures in British life with different beliefs – the devoutly religious, the agnostic, and the vehemently atheist – on a journey towards sacred sites including Santiago de Compostela, Holy Island and the Vatican. Perhaps the show’s beauty lies not in the pilgrims’ sameness but in their difference. The commonality is not in their beliefs but in their shared purpose: getting through a gruelling journey, spiritual and personal transformation along the way. I find this a beautiful metaphor for this moment in which we find ourselves – one which might help us meet the challenges ahead of us where we might see our differences and choose kindness and togetherness anyway.” Much more than a travelogue, 'Pilgrimage' is a moving exploration of what it means to listen, to question, to learn and to connect; a shining example of the value of public service broadcasting. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/eqggh-xc