We take the safety of children and vulnerable adults seriously.

We are committed to the Church of England's Promoting A Safer Church policy.

We adopt the latest Policy & practice guidance from the Church of England.

Please contact Alison Anderson, our Parish Safeguarding Representative, if you have any queries or concerns.
alison.anderson@ashteadparish.org, 01372 273681

You can also contact our Associate Minister Sarah Tapp in confidence via phone or email.

sarah.tapp@ashteadparish.org 07442 365505

If you wish to contact the Diocesan Safeguarding Officer directly, please email safeguarding@cofeguildford.org.uk  or call 01483 790379

Mike Pilavachi Safeguarding Investigation

You may be aware of the Church of England’s current safeguarding investigation into Mike Pilavachi, the leader of Soul Survivor church and the summer festivals that ran for many years.

We know that many young people and leaders from our church attended Soul Survivor summer festivals over a number of years and this news may have understandably raised concerns for you.  Whilst we are not able to comment on or discuss an ongoing investigation, and only know what has been publicly shared, we want to let you know that we are available to speak with anyone who has concerns and can signpost you to appropriate support. Please get in touch with either of us.

Here is the link to the statement together with contact details:

https://www.soulsurvivorwatford.co.uk/latestupdates

Please be assured that safeguarding is a priority for our parish and we strive to ensure we have a safe culture, processes and practices, as well as responding promptly to any concerns raised.  Thank you.

Dr Alison Anderson, Parish Safeguarding Officer