St Peter, Woolhampton
Welcome to St Peter’s Church, Woolhampton
St Peter's is the Anglican Church for Woolhampton. We follow an unbroken tradition of worship in the village dating back to the 13th century. Today we have a variety of services from a Family service to Holy Communion and offer a warm welcome to all, whether regular members of the congregation, new residents in the village or visitors. We have coffee and biscuits after the service every Sunday which provides an opportunity to get to know one another better.
We have close ties with two schools which are next to the church: Elstree School and Woolhampton C of E Primary School.
The church is normally open from approximately 10:00 am until 4:00 pm and offers a place for private prayer or reflection. For access outside these times, or if the church is locked, please contact one of the churchwardens (see below). There is a prayer request book in front of the font and all requests are offered to God during the Sunday service. The church has some interesting architectural features and stained glass.
St Peter's is one of six churches in the Benefice of Aldermaston and Woolhampton. For information about the Benefice, including who's who in the ministry team, Benefice news, services in our other churches, and events and activities.
If you wish to enquire about the history of the church, genealogy or the churchyard please contact one of the churchwardens.
Churchwardens
Charles Davison 0118 971 2810
Laurence Harwood 07768 667350
Safeguarding Policy
The Parish of St Peter’s, Woolhampton
SAFEGUARDING POLICY
PROMOTING A SAFER CHURCH
The following policy was agreed at the Parochial Church Council (PCC) meeting
In accordance with the Church of England Safeguarding Policy our church is committed to:
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Promoting a safer environment and culture.
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Safely recruiting and supporting all those with any responsibility related to children, young people and vulnerable adults within the church.
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Responding promptly to every safeguarding concern or allegation.
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Caring pastorally for victims/survivors of abuse and other affected persons.
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Caring pastorally for those who are the subject of concerns or allegations of abuse and other affected persons.
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Responding to those that may pose a present risk to others.
The Parish will:
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Create a safe and caring place for all.
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Have a named Parish Safeguarding Officer (PSO) to work with the incumbent and the PCC to implement policy and procedures.
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Safely recruit, train and support all those with any responsibility for children, young people and adults to have the confidence and skills to recognise and respond to abuse.
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Ensure that there is appropriate insurance cover for all activities involving children and adults undertaken in the name of the parish.
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Display in church premises and on the Benefice website the details of who to contact if there are safeguarding concerns or support needs.
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Listen to and take seriously all those who disclose abuse.
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Take steps to protect children and adults when a safeguarding concern of any kind arises, following House of Bishops guidance, including notifying the Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser (DSA) and statutory agencies immediately.
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Offer support to victims/survivors of abuse regardless of the type of abuse, when or where it occurred.
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Care for and monitor any member of the church community who may pose a risk to children and adults whilst maintaining appropriate confidentiality and the safety of all parties.
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Ensure that health and safety policy, procedures and risk assessments are in place and that these are reviewed annually.
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Review the implementation of the Safeguarding Policy, Procedures and Practices at least annually.
The named Safeguarding Officer for the parish of Woolhampton is Katherine Moir.
Each person who works within this church community will agree to abide by this policy and the guidelines established by this church.
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Churchwardens ............................................................................................................
ST. PETER’S WOOLHAMPTON
HARVEST FESTIVAL
SUNDAY 12th OCTOBER 2025
10.45 a.m.
AND AFTERWARDS DO JOIN THE BRING AND SHARE LUNCH AT THE MILKING PARLOUR, MONKSMEAD, UPPER WOOLHAMPTON. RG7 5TA.
Please contact catherine@monksmead.co.uk to discuss what to bring.
We will be supporting the West Berkshire Foodbank.
Please bring gifts to the church.
https://westberks.foodbank.org.uk.
