The Benefice of Haydon Bridge, Warden with Newbrough and St John Lee is comprised of 3 parishes and 7 Churches. The benefice covers a large amount of the North side of Tyne valley travelling west from Hexham. The area includes stretches of Hadrian's Wall World Heritage site, historically significant church buildings as well as part of the National Park and Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Each church in the Benefice has its own unique charism, but all offer a warm welcome and an invitation to draw closer to God.
Our Benefice of Haydon Bridge, Warden with Newbrough and St John Lee 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 Officers (PSO). Our Diocese of Newcastle’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Safeguarding Team who advises our PSOs.
If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the PSOs
Haydon Bridge: Vikki Ord on [email protected]
Warden with Newbrough and St John Lee: Vanessa Ashton on [email protected]
Jill Thirlaway, Diocesan Safeguarding Casework Advisor on [email protected]
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.