The picturesque church is situated in the middle of Cookley – a small rural village four miles south-west of Halesworth. It consists of 49 houses spread over four miles with a population of approximately 100 souls. It is a popular area for holiday makers seeking rural peace and quiet. About 15 miles inland from the coast with its many attractions including Dunwich and its lost city and forest; it is a largely agricultural community close to several market towns, Halesworth being the closest.
Our medieval church is set on raised ground, well back from the road, standing within its well-managed churchyard and accessed by a footpath through a village garden. St Michael’s is small, seating some 50 people and is in excellent condition with a warm, welcoming feel to it. We currently have Traditional Communion every third Sunday of the month.
Our benefice of Blyth Valley Churches is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and adults from harm. We follow the House of Bishops' guidance and policies and have our own Safeguarding Officer. Our Diocese of St Edmundsbury & Ipswich’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Officer who advises our Safeguarding Officer.
If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm, please contact our Safeguarding Officer Philip Hays-Nowak on 07570 396505
[email protected] or the Diocesan Safeguarding Officer, Karen Galloway on 07785 621319 or email [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.
Further information can be found on the diocesan website Promoting a safer church - Diocese of St Edmundsbury and Ipswich.