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Reverend Leigh Winsbury

A Warm Welcome Awaits …

Here at St. John’s we believe that God is at work, through the power of Jesus, to reconnect us with himself, with each other, and with creation.

In practice that will look a little different for everyone, and each one has their story to tell. To that end, we find that we are involved in all sorts of things in the hope of joining in with God’s plans to bless people with a whole and fruitful life. I invite you to have a ‘rummage around’ on this site to get a flavour of who we are, and what we do in Jesus’ name. Be blessed,

Revd, Leigh Winsbury.

Vicar of St John The Baptist C of E Church, Hatherleigh

Reverend Leigh Winsbury

Revd, Leigh Winsbury.

Vicar of St John The Baptist C of E Church, Hatherleigh

News Updates

Keep up to date with news  and updates from us

Learn how the team conserving the tower are fighting back against centuries of weathering to stabilise and conserve this precious building at the heart of our community.

Follow the restoration journey of the clock as the newly restored clock face is returned back to its home on the tower at St John's

The last quarter of 2023 saw a whirlwind of activity as the Hatherleigh Bell Ringers embarked on their work to prepare the town's iconic bells for restoration. Read our full article including pictures and video of the important historic events as they happened.

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Upcoming Events

Youth Café - Old Schools, Hatherleigh

Youth Café

September 12, 2024 19:00 Old Schools
Completely free for ages 13-18, this includes, hot and cold food, table top games, pool table and Wii, but mostly, fun and friendship in a safe, nurturing environment overseen by our fully trained and vetted team drawn from Hatherleigh’s three churches.
Family Service at St John's Church Hatherleigh

3rd Sundays; Family Service.

September 15, 2024 11:00 St John’s Church – Hatherleigh
3rd Sundays; Family Service. (11am) Although children are welcome at all services and a table of crafts and treats are always set out, in this one we try to make…
Prayer and Praise Service at St John's Church Hatherleigh

3rd Sundays; Praise and Prayer

September 15, 2024 19:00 St John’s Church – Hatherleigh
3rd Sundays; Praise and Prayer (7pm) An opportunity to spend longer in sung worship, introducing newer songs led by the worship team of musicians. This will be a much less…

Safeguarding

The 5 churches of the Northmoor Team Ministry (Hatherleigh, Northlew, Meeth, Jacobstowe and Exbourne ) have adopted the House of Bishop’s ‘Promoting a Safer Church;  Safeguarding Policy Statement‘.  Signed copies may be found on display at each of our churches.

If you are concerned about a child or vulnerable adult, please contact the Diocesan Safeguarding Team:

  • Diocesan Safeguarding Lead Costa Nassaris 01392 294969 costa.nassaris@exeter.anglican.org
  • Assistant Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser James May 01392 345910 james.may@exeter.anglican.org
Alternatively you can report any safeguarding concerns to our Safeguarding Officer Frances Greenwood, or contact any of other the agencies listed below:
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Frances Greenwood

Safeguarding Representative for St John's Church Hatherleigh.
Phone: 01837 810685 | Email: greenwoodfd2020@gmail.com

Domestic Abuse
  • Devon Domestic Abuse Service:  0345 155 1074
  • Plymouth Domestic Abuse Service:  01752 252033
  • Torbay Domestic Abuse Service:  01803 698869
Rape Crisis
  • Devon & Torbay:  01392 204174
  • National:  0808 802 9999
  • Devon & Torbay:  01392 204174
Modern Slavery
  • Immediate danger:  999
  • Suspicious activity:  101
  • For advice call The Modern Slavery Helpline on 08000 121 700 or The Salvation Army on 0800 303 8151
Concerns About Children
  • Devon Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH):  0345 155 1071
  • Plymouth Children’s Services: 01752 308600 (Out of hours: 01752 346784)
  • Torbay Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH): 01803 208100
  • NSPCC confidential helpline:  0800 389 5344
  • Childline:  0800 11 11
Concerns About Adults
  • Devon – Care Direct: 0345 155 1007
  • Plymouth Adult Services: 01752 668000 (Out of hours: 01752 346984)
  • Torbay Safeguarding Adults Team: 01803 219700