St Mary the Virgin, Aldermaston
Welcome to St Mary the Virgin Church, Aldermaston
This historic building is a surprise for all who enter for the first time with its fine stained glass, eight bells and ornate wall paintings. There has been a church in Aldermaston for hundreds of years with this building dating from about 1150. We attract a wide range of ages across the services and can offer a toy corner for our youngest worshippers. There is always the opportunity for a drink and a biscuit after the main services when we catch up with each other – you are most welcome to join us!
St Mary's is not currently open during the day although we are keen to rectify that in the future; we are also looking at ways to improve our facilities for us and for future generations.
St Mary's is one of six churches in the Benefice of Aldermaston and Woolhampton.
If you wish to enquire about the history of the church, genealogy or the churchyard please contact one of the churchwardens.
Churchwardens
Vicky Curtis 07971 497 906
Josh Dugdale fisheries@wasing.co.uk
Chris Newman 0118 971 3525
Safeguarding
The Parish of St Mary the Virgin, Aldermaston and St Nicholas Wasing
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 Benefice Safeguarding Officer (BSO) 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 Aldermaston and Wasing 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.
Incumbent ...................................................................
Churchwardens ............................................................................................................
Date: 25th September 2025
Join us for our Harvest Festival Service
on
Sunday 5th October at 1030
In Wasing Woods
Refreshments will be served after the service
All donations for the West Berkshire Foodbank will be gratefully received