The Parish of Banwell and the Benefice of New Creation takes the well-being and safety of the children and vulnerable adults attending our churches very seriously. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm or if you wish to raise a safeguarding concern please contact the Safeguarding Officer, Maggie McCarthy or Incumbent Rev'd Matthew Thomson, via the Congresbury Church Office on 01934 833 126.

Alternatively you can contact the Diocesan Safeguarding Team on 01749 685135 and find more information on their website: https://www.bathandwells.org.uk/diocese/safeguarding/

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.

Download our full safeguarding policy here