Ringwood Benefice subscribes to the safeguarding policies and guidelines of the Church of England and is committed to safeguarding as an integral part of the life and ministry of the Church.
Safeguarding means the action the Church takes to promote a safer culture. This means we promote the welfare of children, young people and adults, work to prevent abuse from occurring, seek to protect those that are at risk of being abused and respond well to those that have been abused. We take care to identify where a person may present a risk to others, and offer support to them whilst taking steps to mitigate such risks.
Ringwood Benefice ensures that everyone working with children, young people and vulnerable adults has a current DBS certificate. We continuously reinforce the message that the safeguarding, care and nurture of all within our churches and activities is the responsibility of everyone.
Useful Links & Documents |
 Parish Safeguarding Handbook |
| Ringwood with Ellingham & Harbridge Safeguarding Policy |
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| St Leonard and St Ives Safeguarding Policy |
Key Contacts
| **Immediate Risk**
If you are concerned that a child or vulnerable adult may be at immediate risk, contact the Police |
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Tel: 999 and ask for the Police |
| *Out of Hours Service*
If you need immediate advice or help on Monday to Friday 6pm – 8am or on weekend and Bank Holidays |
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Tel: 0300 555 1373 |
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Our Parish Safeguarding Officers. Ringwood Benefice is made up of two parishes who both have thier own respective Parish Safeguarding Officers. |
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Elizabeth Halford Parish Safeguarding Officer for Ringwood with Ellingham & HarbridgeTel: 01425 489898 Email Elizabeth |
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Hilary Cooper Parish Safeguarding Officer for St Leonards & St IvesTel: 01425 489898 Email Hilary |
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Our Diocesan Safeguarding Team: The parishes of Ringwood with Ellingham & Habridge and St Leonards & St Ives, are part of the Diocese of Winchester who have a dedicated safeguarding team who can be contacted with any concerns. Click here for Safeguaring page on the Diocese of Winchester website. |
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Jacqui Rowlands Diocese of Winchester Safeguarding ManagerTel: 01962 737317 Email Jackie |
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We know it can be easier to come along when you already know a friendly face.
If you’d like to meet one of our team for a chat, or have someone call you before your first visit, just fill in the form below - we’d love to connect.
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How To Find Us
The easiest way to find us is by clicking the Google Maps link here, and allow technology to direct you to us!
If you're more old school, we're the big church visible from the dual carriageway when driving from the Ashley Heath roundabout towards the main Ringwood roundabout just off the dual carriageway.
There is limited parking onsite at the church, and additional parking at Waitrose and The Furlong carp park next to the bus stations. Please be sure to check parking restrictions to avoid fines!
