Policies & Documents
This page brings together key policies, governance information and public documents for St Peter’s, Colchester.
Some operational documents, detailed risk assessments and trustee papers are not published online, but may be available on request where appropriate. If you need a particular document, please contact the Church Office.
Safeguarding
St Peter’s is committed to the safeguarding, care and nurture of everyone within our church community, especially children, young people and vulnerable adults.
Annual Report & Financial Statements
The PCC prepares an Annual Report and Accounts each year, setting out our activities, finances, governance and charitable work.
Privacy & Data Protection
We are committed to handling personal data lawfully, fairly and securely. Our Privacy Notice explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the rights individuals have in relation to their data.
Health, Safety & Risk
The PCC has overall responsibility for health and safety at St Peter’s. We aim to provide safe and healthy conditions for employees, volunteers, worshippers, visitors, hirers and all users of our buildings.
- Health & Safety Policy [awaiting upload]
- Emergency Information for Church and Hall Users [awaiting upload]
- Fire Evacuation Information [awaiting upload]
- Food Hygiene Policy [awaiting upload]
Church & Hall Hire
Hirers are expected to follow our booking terms and conditions, safeguarding expectations, health and safety requirements, and emergency procedures.
- Church and Hall Hire Terms & Conditions [awaiting upload]
- Booking Form [awaiting upload]
- Safeguarding Expectations for Hirers [awaiting upload]
- Emergency Information for Hirers [awaiting upload]
Accessibility
We want St Peter’s to be as welcoming and accessible as possible. The church is a historic Grade II* listed building, and some aspects of access are currently limited.
Please contact the Church Office before your visit if you would like to discuss access, mobility, seating, toilets or any other practical needs.
- Accessibility Information [awaiting upload]
Complaints & Concerns
We want to respond well when concerns are raised. If your concern relates to the safety or wellbeing of a child, young person or vulnerable adult, please use our safeguarding contacts.
For other complaints or concerns, please contact the Church Office in the first instance.
- Complaints Policy [awaiting upload]
- Bullying, Harassment and Dignity Policy [awaiting upload]
- Whistleblowing Policy [awaiting upload]
Governance & Charity Information
St Peter’s is governed by the Parochial Church Council of the Ecclesiastical Parish of St Peter, Colchester.
Registered charity number: 1163262
- Charity Commission register entry
- Church Representation Rules
- Parochial Church Councils (Powers) Measure 1956
Further Documents
Some documents are not published online because they contain personal, confidential, operational or security-sensitive information. Relevant documents may be shared where appropriate.
Please contact the Church Office if you need a particular document.
Contact
For questions about any of the policies or documents on this page, please contact the Church Office.
Email: office@stpeterscolchester.org
Phone: 07947 136048
Address: St Peter’s Church, c/o The Vicarage, Balkerne Close, Colchester CO1 1NZ
Last updated: May 2026