All Saints’ is the Parish Church and St John´s is the Parish Centre of Worship in the Parish of Underbarrow with Helsington, in the beautiful Lyth Valley in the south of the Lake District National Park. We meet almost every Sunday at 9.30am to worship and both churches are open everyday. In its dramatic setting St John's is a special quiet space to pause, reflect and pray. You are very welcome.
At All Saint’s and St John’s we work hard to maintain a safe environment for all. We are committed to implementing the House of Bishops’ safeguarding policies and good practice guidance. If you have any concerns or enquiries regarding safeguarding, please contact our safeguarding officer.
Parish Safeguarding Officer: Jane Eccles
Email: [email protected]
The Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser is Joanna Van Lachterop and she can be contacted at [email protected] or at 07458 016884. Joanna’s working days are Monday to Friday.
Out of Hours Support:
If Joanna is unavailable and you are concerned that an adult is being abused, or at risk, you should report it by contacting Adult Social Care, Cumberland Council. Emergency Out of Hours - 01228 526690
If you are concerned about a child or young person, please contact Westmorland and Furness Safeguarding Hub on 0300 373 2724 (if it relates to a concern in the Barrow, Eden or South Lakeland).
If you believe that a child or adult is in immediate danger or requires medical attention, call the emergency services on 999.
Helplines:
NSPCC Child Protection Helpline: 0808 800 5000 (lines free and open 24 hours). Phone if you are worried about a child and need advice or guidance on what to do.
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 Abuse Helpline: 0808 2000 247 (lines free and open 24 hours). Phone if you are experiencing domestic abuse or need help to report.
Action on Elder Abuse Helpline: 0808 808 8141 (free phone Monday to Friday 9-5pm)