West Weald Parish

West Weald Parish serves the villages of Handcross, Slaugham, Pease Pottage, Warninglid and Staplefield in West Sussex. Having formed a joint benefice for several years, the neighbouring parishes of St Mary's, Slaugham and St Mark's, Staplefield became one parish at the start of 2023. From January 2024 we've been known as West Weald to encompass our mission to all of the communities within our parish which sits at the western tip of the High Weald area.  

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Poppy Project - Handcross

In April, May, June, July, August, September, October. Every First, Third Wednesday at for 1 hour
Handcross Hardware and Craft
Dudley House Handcross, RH17 6BL, United Kingdom

You're invited to join our poppy project creating a five-stranded waterfall of crocheted and knitted poppies on the tower of St Mary's, Slaugham! We are looking for people to sew, crochet and knit!
All red wool is provided but we are taking donations of black wool or buttons - please get in touch if you would like to get involved, either to join from home, join a group or donate to the project: [email protected] or call: 07746015594

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1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month

Creative Expressions

Every Friday at for 2 hours
Please note that this event will not be taking place on the following dates: 29 May 2026
St Mary's Church, Slaugham
St Mary's Church Staplefield Rd Slaugham Haywards Heath, RH17 6AG, United Kingdom

A weekly art group open to all. This is a chance to learn new visual art skills or practice your creativity in a group setting.

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Poppy Project - St Mary's

In May, June, July, August, September, October. Every Fourth Friday at for 1 hour
St Mary's Church, Slaugham
St Mary's Church Staplefield Rd Slaugham Haywards Heath, RH17 6AG, United Kingdom

You're invited to join our poppy project creating a five-stranded waterfall of crocheted and knitted poppies on the tower of St Mary's, Slaugham! We are looking for people to sew, crochet and knit!
All red wool is provided but we are taking donations of black wool or buttons - please get in touch if you would like to get involved, either to join from home, join a group or donate to the project: [email protected] or call: 07746015594

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Safeguarding

Our Parish is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults from harm. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer (PSO). Our Diocese’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor who advises our PSO. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the PSO ([email protected]) or the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority’s children or adult social care services.

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