Welcome to St Ives' Leadgate!
We are a small but growing church in North-West Durham with a unique heritage, serving the parish of Leadgate since 1867. We operate as part of the HELM Group of Churches. (HELM - Hamsterley, Ebchester, Leadgate & Medomsley)
All are welcome at St Ives' and we look forward to meeting you!
You can find out more about Saint Ives here: Ivo of Kermartin - Wikipedia He was the patron saint of the poor and abandoned children.
"Our parish of Leadgate 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 of Durham’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Officer 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 [Michelle Graham 01207 580284] or the Diocesan Safeguarding Officer [Beth Miller [email protected] / [email protected] / 07968034075]. 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."
