The parish of Wingate is committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies. The Diocese of Durham’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor: you can find these at Safeguarding - Diocese of Durham.

To discuss any safeguarding issues in relation to Holy Trinity Church Wingate, please contact our parish priest Rev Shaun Conlon by emailing [email protected] You can also complete a 'Get in touch' form on this website.

If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the Diocesan Safeguarding Officer Email: [email protected] Phone: 07968 034075

If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and Durham County Council Children or Adults Services.



The following contacts may also be helpful to you:

NSPCC Child Protection Helpline: 0808 800 5000 (lines free and open 24 hours). Phone if you are worried about a child.
Child-line: 0800 1111 (lines free and open 24 hours). Phone if you are a child or young person and are worried about anything.
National Domestic Violence Helpline: 0808 2000 247 (lines free and open 24 hours). Phone if you are experiencing domestic abuse.
Samaritans Helpline: 116 123 (open 24 hours). Phone if you feel you are struggling to cope and need someone to talk to.
Action on Elder Abuse Helpline: 080 8808 8141 (free phone Monday to Friday 9-5 pm)
NAPAC (The National Association for People Abused in Childhood) 0808 801 0331 (Monday – Thursday 10am – 9pm Friday 10am – 6pm) or email [email protected]
The Survivors Trust: 08088 010818 (free 7 day a week helpline) or email [email protected]