United Benefice of Aspenden, Buntingford and Westmill

We are three welcoming and inclusive churches set in the lovely countryside of East Hertfordshire, two in the small villages of Aspenden and Westmill, and one in the small but growing market town of Buntingford.

Each of our churches has its own tradition, worship pattern and events throughout the month. Alongside this, we have Benefice Together services especially at Christmas and Easter. 

Each of our churches has its own ACNY page.

St Peter's, Buntingford 

St Mary's, Aspenden

St Mary the Virgin, Westmill

We look forward to seeing you.


What's on

Service of Memories

Occurring
for 1 hour
Venue
St Mary the Virgin
Address
Flint Cottages Westmill Buntingford, SG9 9LN, United Kingdom

"We bereaved are not alone. We belong to the largest company in all the world–the company of those who have known suffering." (Helen Keller)
Save the date if you would like to join us for this reflective service as we remember those we love but see no longer. We will light candles in their memory and there will be hymns and prayers.

Benefice Together Advent Sunday

Occurring
for 1 hour, 30 mins
Venue
St Peter's, Buntingford
Address
Chapel End Buntingford, SG9 9AL, United Kingdom

As we begin this new church year, everyone is welcome to this special Advent Sunday service at St Peter's Church for worship including Holy Communion starting at 10am.
For our Advent preparations, we will be exploring prayer within the theme of watching and waiting.

Benefice Together Holy Communion at Westmill.

Occurring
for 1 hour
Venue
St Mary the Virgin
Address
Flint Cottages Westmill Buntingford, SG9 9LN, United Kingdom

We gather together for our worship at 10am,Sunday 28th December 2025. This will be the one service in the benefice.

Our churches

Safeguarding

Safeguarding Statement.

"Our parishes of Aspenden, Buntingford with Layston and Westmill are 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 of St.Albans’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor who advises our PSO. The Diocese of St. Albans’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor (DSA) who advise our PSOs. 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."