The Iwerne Valley Benefice
Situated to the eastern side of the Blackmore Vale in the beautiful county of Dorset, the Iwerne Valley lies between the historic Saxon hilltop town of Shaftesbury in the north and the Georgian market town of Blandford Forum in the south. Immediately to the east of the valley lies the chalk escarpment marking the edge of Cranborne Chase.
The single Anglican Benefice, within the Diocese of Salisbury, unites the communities of five villages, lying astride the A350.
These are:
Click on each to discover more about their individual mission!
This map indicates their locations
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The combined benefice is in the care of : |
The Rev. Simon Everett, BA |
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The Vicar is supported by an extensive team of non-stipendiary ministers, Readers and Lay Pastoral assistants. |
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A focal point for the administration of the benefice is the Church Office, situated in Iwerne Minster. Situated adjacent to the Methodist Church and opposite the Village Store, |
The Office Administrator is: Linda Halsall. Open: Monday, Wednesday & Thursday, 9.00 - 11.00 a.m. Telephone 01747 811877 |
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A regular monthly magazine - "Valley Views" is published and distributed throughout the benefice, FREE to over 900 households in Ashmore, Fontmell Magna, Iwerne Minster, Shroton with Stepleton and Sutton Waldron. |
The Editorial Team comprises The Rev. John Simmons, Mr Edred Bowman, Mr Sydney Browse and Canon Dick Jones. Contact The Editor: via the Churches Office, Iwerne Minster or telephone 01747 812071 |
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A regular programme of worship is held in each church of the Benefice. |
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