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.


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What's on

Little Lambs Teddy Bear Picnic at Westmill

Every Wednesday at for 1 hour, 30 mins
Please note that this event will not start until
St Mary the Virgin
Flint Cottages Westmill Buntingford, SG9 9LN, United Kingdom

Join us for a Summer of fun at St Mary the Virgin, Westmill.
Bring along your own picnic, your favourite teddy and a cosy picnic blanket. We'll provide lovely stories, joyful songs and plenty of toys to play with.
Perfect for babies and pre-schoolers and their grown-ups. Come and enjoy a relaxed morning in a beautiful setting. We can't wait to see you there!

Service of Memories

for 1 hour

"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. The venue will be confirmed later in the year.

Benefice Together Holy Communion at Westmill.

for 1 hour
St Mary the Virgin
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."