St. John the Baptist is one of 4 churches in the Benefice of Upper Weardale. The Church, a listed building, was built in 1465 on the site of an earlier building. Originally part of Stanhope parish, St John's Chapel became a separate parish in 1866.
Sunday services are held in St. John's Chapel on the first and third Sundays of every month, with the service taking place in neighbouring Cowshill on the second and fourth Sundays. In months with 5 Sundays a special service at various locations is held on the fifth Sunday. Choose Services and Events in the menu for times and locations of all services.
The parish of St. John's chapel is committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer(s), PSOs. The Diocese of Durham’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Officer (DSO) who advise our PSOs.
If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the DSO. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority Children or Adults Services.
For information or to discuss any matter relating to safeguarding please contact a Safeguarding Officer
Heatherycleugh and St Johns Chapel Mrs Jan Wright 07415 046392 [email protected]
Eastgate Mrs Liz Curry 07921 176012 [email protected]
Stanhope Kathleen Kirby 07934 467490
Diocesan Safeguarding Officer Ms Beth Miller: 07968 034075 [email protected].
For further information click here to see the Diocese of Durham safeguarding pages