Historic records are NOT retained in the parish.Other than Registers that are still in use, other documents are stored atWiltshire and Swindon History Centre, Cocklebury Road, CHIPPENHAM, Wiltshire. SN15 3QN United KingdomE-mail: heritageadmin@wiltshire.gov.ukTel: +44 (0)1249 705500
St Martin’s Church receives no funds from the Government or The Church of England for the upkeep of this 13th Century building so relies on generous donations from Villagers and Visitors to support it for the benefit of all. If you appreciate the existence of the church in the village and wish to see it continue, Donations are much appreciated, however big or small.Scanning this QR Code with your smart phone will take you directly to the Church’s Parish Giving Scheme donation page. From that, you can simply make a One-Off Gift using your Debit, Credit Card or Apple/Google Pay wallet; or you can set up a regular contribution, including anonymously, if you wish. It also gives you the choice of enabling Gift Aid if you are an eligible UK taxpayer.OR you can give a cash donation in the Wall Safe in the porch; OR make a BACS payment toPCC Barford St Martin Sort Code 30-97-41 A/C 01593067
The following policy for the safeguarding of Children young people and vulnerable adults was agreed at the Parochial Church Council (PCC) meeting held on 17th January 2023In accordance with the Church of England Safeguarding Policy www.churchofengland.org/sites/default/files/2019-10/ParishSafeGuardingHandBookAugust2019Web.pdf our church is committed to: · Promoting a safer environment and culture.· Safely recruiting and supporting all those with any responsibility related to children, young people and vulnerable adults within the church.· Responding promptly to every safeguarding concern or allegation.· Caring pastorally for victims/survivors of abuse and other affected persons.· Caring pastorally for those who are the subject of concerns or allegations of abuse and other affected persons.· Responding to those that may pose a present risk to others.The Parish will: · Create a safe and caring place for all.· Have a named Parish Safeguarding Officer (PSO) to work with the incumbent and the PCC to implement policy and procedures.· Safely recruit, train and support all those with any responsibility for children, young people and adults to have the confidence and skills to recognise and respond to abuse.· Ensure that there is appropriate insurance cover for all activities involving children and adults undertaken in the name of the parish.· Display in church premises and on the A Church Near You website the details of who to contact if there are safeguarding concerns or support needs.· Listen to and take seriously all those who disclose abuse.· Take steps to protect children and adults when a safeguarding concern of any kind arises, following House of Bishops guidance, including notifying the Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser (DSA) and statutory agencies immediately.· Offer support to victims/survivors of abuse regardless of the type of abuse, when or where it occurred.· Care for and monitor any member of the church community who may pose a risk to children and adults whilst maintaining appropriate confidentiality and the safety of all parties. · Ensure that health and safety policy, procedures and risk assessments are in place and that these are reviewed annually.· Review the implementation of the Safeguarding Policy, Procedures and Practices at least annually.Each person who works within this church community will agree to abide by this policy and the guidelines established by this church.This church appoints Jennifer Pitcher as the Parish Safeguarding Officer Signed:Revd. Elaine Brightwell Team Vicar: Churchwardens: Vacant Date: 19th February 2025