St Matthew

St Matthew’s stands in what was formerly the railway village of Waskerley which has largely been demolished following the closure of the railway line.The character of the church has changed little.Both it’s facade and interior are utilitarian and spartan in appearance,with plain wooden furnishings. It is still lit by gaslight and very unique.

Get in touch

Mrs Lynne Bean

Broad Oak Farm
Hamsterley Colliery
Newcastle Upon Tyne

NE17 7QD
Mrs Lynne Bean Churchwarden
01207560238
Mrs Helen Barrass Churchwarden
01207590986

Safeguarding

Like the Church of England as a whole, we as a parish are committed to the safeguarding of children,young people and adults.We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies (http://churchofengland.org/sites/default/files/2019-05/promotingSaferChurchWeb.pdf);our Parish Safeguarding Officer is Mrs Ursula Martell, who can be reached on [email protected]. The Diocese of Newcastle’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Caseworker, safeguarding @newcastle.anglican.org.If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone please contact the police and your local authority Children or Adults Services.