Discover the Camino de Santiago: Walk for a Worthy Cause 

Embark on a transformative journey along the Camino de Santiago from 14th to 21st September 2025, alongside Fiona Devine MBE, founder and CEO of Alexander Devine Children’s Hospice Service.

This trek offers not only the opportunity to explore the stunning Portuguese Way but also a meaningful way to raise essential funds for babies, children and young people with life-limiting and life-threatening conditions. 

What to Expect on the Camino 

The Camino de Santiago is one of Europe’s most iconic pilgrimage routes, renowned for its breath-taking scenery, cultural richness, and moments of reflection. This adventure takes participants along the final 114km of the Portuguese Way, starting in Valença, Portugal, and concluding at the Santiago de Compostela Cathedral in Spain.  

The trail is suitable for walkers of all abilities, with daily distances ranging from 18 to 25 kilometres. As part of the experience, you’ll stay in charming accommodations, enjoy delicious local cuisine, and immerse yourself in the region’s rich history and traditions. 

Why walk with the Alexander Devine team? 

By joining this challenge, you’ll be walking to support the vital services Alexander Devine provides to children and families. Every step you take contributes to ensuring these families receive compassionate care, whether at the hospice or within their homes. 

Fiona Devine MBE herself will accompany you on this once-in-a-lifetime experience, offering a unique opportunity to connect with the inspiring founder of the hospice and hear first hand about the difference your fundraising makes. 

ay this is the one I am most excited about, I have always wanted to walk the Camino de Santiago for a variety of reasons.” 

She continued, “The opportunity to walk a pilgrim route that is over a thousand years old and steeped in so much history, to disconnect to reconnect with yourself, to meet all manner of wonderful and interesting people on the Camino, to experience another culture and view some incredible landscapes and historical buildings, to raise vital funds for our Children’s Hospice Service, to walk in nature and take time out to nurture yourself are some of the reasons I am motivated to walk, but the main one has to be for my son Alexander, to walk in his memory….” 

“If you feel that you would like to set yourself, not just a physical challenge but a personal one too, join me on this authentic, beautiful, insightful and transformative journey.” 

Fiona Devine MBE

How to Get Involved 

Registration is now open! A £295 deposit secures your spot, and participants are encouraged to raise a minimum of £1,900 in sponsorship. This includes: 

• All ground costs (accommodation, meals, and transfers) 

• A dedicated guide to lead you along the route 

• A chance to make a lasting impact through your fundraising 

To register and find more details, visit the Alexander Devine Camino event page or contact their team for assistance. 

How much do I need to raise? 

The cost of the 8-day itinerary is £1295 per person land only 

Flights costs are extra. Participants book their own flights when their place is confirmed. 

Option One – Self Funding 

• Participants pay a non-refundable deposit of £295 at the point of booking 

• Alexander Devine confirms your place and you then book your flights 

• 12 weeks before the trip the balance of £1000 is due (20th June 2025) 

• Participants can pay the balance in installments 

• Participants commit to raising a minimum of £750 in sponsorship (excluding Gift Aid) 

Option Two – Sponsorship 

• Participants pay a non-refundable deposit of £295 at the point of booking 

• Alexander Devine confirms your place and you then book your flights 

• You start fundraising to raise a minimum of £2,000 in sponsorship (excluding Gift Aid) from which the charity will use £1,000 to pay the balance of your trip costs. 

Join Us for a Journey of a Lifetime 

Whether you’re drawn to the Camino for its scenic beauty, cultural allure, or the chance to make a real difference in the lives of local families, this trek is your opportunity to leave a legacy of care and compassion.  

Sign Up here!