A small shelf of handbooks, policies, and guides.
We keep our papers on a wooden shelf in the rear vestry of St John's. These are the ones we are happy to send out — by post if you write to us, or as a download here.
The Sunday Doors Befrienders' Handbook
A short handbook for new befrienders on the round — what we ask, what we do not ask, and what to do if a visit goes unexpectedly. Last revised April 2025.
Trustees' Grants Policy
The trustees' working policy on what we will and will not fund, how decisions are made, average grant sizes, and signposting rules. Last revised January 2026.
The 1830 Deed of Gift · facsimile and transcript
A scanned facsimile of Mary Wrench's original deed of gift, with a clause-by-clause modern English transcript by the Honorary Almoner. Useful for historians and parishioners alike.
A Parish Guide for New Neighbours
A short pamphlet for newcomers to the parish — what the trust is, where to find help locally, and a small annotated map of the parish boundary. Posted to all new electoral-roll registrations on St John's request.
The Winter Coal Fund Distribution Note · 2024-25
The published distribution note for the 2024-25 Winter Coal Fund — nine grants, ranging from a £14 kettle to a £240 boiler call-out. House numbers and streets, no names.
The Safeguarding & DBS Policy
The trust's safeguarding policy, our DBS procedures, and the contact details of our Safeguarding Lead. Reviewed annually with the Diocesan Safeguarding Officer.
Letterhead Template · for trustees
The trust's official letterhead template, in case a trustee or volunteer needs to write a formal letter on the trust's behalf. Cream stock recommended.
Write and we will send a printed copy by return.
A first-class stamp, a cream envelope, the parish office's address — the old way still works.