Steeplewood Fold

The Steeplewood Fold group of churches comprises six parishes – Dorrington, Leebotwood, Longnor, Smethcote, Stapleton and Woolstaston. The parishes have an approximate civil population of approximately 2000 and most lie to the west of the A49 trunk road between Shrewsbury and Church Stretton: approximately 5 miles distant from each.

To the West the parishes stretch up onto the Long Mynd Hills and there is ample opportunity for hill-walking, horse riding, off road biking, gliding and other pursuits. There are four good inns in the group at which refreshment may readily be found.

We’re here to help people find a relationship with Jesus Christ by reaching out into our communities, sharing our faith, learning more as we journey together - enjoying worship and praising God.

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Phone us: 01743719578

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What's on

Benefice Service of Holy Communion

Monthly. Every Fifth Sunday at for 1 hour
Across the Benefice

Coming together from across our parishes to join together in a friendly service of Holy Communion. We join together on the 5th Sunday each month, moving around the Benefice throughout the year. All service details can be found in the Notice Sheets, in the left hand menu.

2024 5th Sundays:
30th June - in Dorrington
29th September - in Smethcott

Our churches

Safeguarding

Our Benefice is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults from harm. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Benefice Safeguarding Officer (BSO). Our Diocese’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Officer who advises our BSO.
If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the Rector, Rev. Laura Hnatiuk or the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor.

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.

Diocesan Safeguarding Team