The original ancient parish church, dedicated to St Andrew, was built in the early thirteenth century and located to the north of the manor house in Stoke village. It was demolished c. 1841 because of its dilapidated condition, small size, and inconvenient site and was replaced by the present building. It serves the villages of Stoke Trister and Bayford.
Set in a beautiful location, it is greatly loved by the people of the surrounding area. A small group of Christians meet there regularly to worship God and pray for the villages.
Our Parish 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 Advisor 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 BSO Mrs Jenny Kimber, email [email protected]; Tel: 01963 33446; 07799 645661 or the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor Ben Goodhind, email: [email protected]; Tel: 01749 588917.
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.
