# Darlington & Teesdale Methodist Circuit > a network of Christian congregations in and around Darlington, in the North East of England. Intended audience: local residents seeking spiritual guidance, members of the Methodist faith, and individuals interested in community events and outreach activities in the Darlington and Teesdale area. ## Pages - [Users and Hirers](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/safeguarding/users-and-hirers.html): Discover how to use our spaces for events, meetings, and community activities at Darlington & Teesdale Methodist Circuit. - [Safer Recruitment](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/safeguarding/safer-recruitment.html): Learn about our commitment to safe recruitment practices for safeguarding the wellbeing of our community and members at Darlington & Teesdale Methodist Circuit. - [Safeguarding Training](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/safeguarding/safeguarding-training.html): Discover essential safeguarding training for our community, ensuring a safe environment for all at Darlington & Teesdale Methodist Circuit. - [Safeguarding Resources](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/safeguarding/safeguarding-resources.html): Explore safeguarding resources for the Darlington & Teesdale Methodist Circuit, ensuring a safe community for all. - [Policies and Posters](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/safeguarding/policies-and-posters.html): Explore our policies and posters, providing information on our values, community events, and outreach initiatives in Darlington & Teesdale. - [Rev. David Hinchliffe](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/whos-who/rev-david-hinchliffe.html): Discover the ministry and mission of Rev. David Hinchliffe, serving the Darlington & Teesdale Methodist Circuit community. - [Barton](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/churches/barton.html): Information about Barton Methodist Church. Latest news, service times and contact details. - [Welcome to our Circuit](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/): Welcome to Darlington Methodist Circuit - a network of Christian congregations in and around Darlington. Join us for worship at the Methodist Churches in Darlington and Teesdale. - [Activities at Elm Ridge](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/churches/elm-ridge/activities-at-elm-ridge.html): PRAYER MEETINGS The Prayer Group meets on Tuesday mornings at 10am in the Prayer Room; everyone is welcome. If you have a prayer request please let the Church Office know or contact one of the presbyters or church stewards. You can also put your request on the Prayer Board in the main corridor. All are welcome as we pr - [Heritage](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/churches/cockerton/heritage.html): Explore the rich Methodist heritage of Darlington & Teesdale Circuit. Discover our history of faith, community service, and Christian witness across the North East. - [Safeguarding](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/safeguarding.html): Darlington - Safeguarding - [Rev. Graham Cutler](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/whos-who/rev-graham-cutler.html): We have crossed the Pennines from glorious Lancashire to a place which is all very new to us, The Land of the Prince Bishops. With a long background as an Electronics Engineer in Research & Development, I have spent the last 19 years serving as Presbyter in two Circuits in Lancashire. - [Barnard Castle](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/churches/barnard-castle.html): Information about Barnard Castle Methodist Church. Latest news, service times and contact details. - [Heritage](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/churches/elm-ridge/heritage.html): John Pease, eldest son of Edward Pease, the pioneer of the Stockton and Darlington Railway, had the family home, 'Elm Ridge' built in 1867, taking its name from the elm-crowned scarp of the river valley. Sadly, John Pease did not live to occupy it, but his widow did; and when his daughter Mary Anna was married - [Room Hire](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/churches/cockerton/room-hire.html): Room:Rates Lower Hall £17.50 per hour Upper Hall. £17.50 per hour Kitchen £15.00 per session Lounge £9.00 per hour - [Who's who](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/whos-who.html): Discover the leaders of the Darlington Methodist Circuit, a network of Methodist churches in Darlington and Teesdale. - [Rev. Gavin Hume](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/whos-who/rev-gavin-hume.html): Rev. Gavin Hume - Darlington Methodist Circuit minister serving the Methodist Church in Darlington. Find out more about Rev. Gavin Hume here. - [Cockerton](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/churches/cockerton.html): Information about Cockerton Methodist Church. Latest news, service times and contact details. - [Meetings for Children](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/churches/elm-ridge/meetings-for-children.html): All Age Worship services are held at Elm Ridge which are designed to include and engage all children and young people. - [Tony Mawer](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/whos-who/tony-mawer.html): I am a retired civil servant. I moved back to - [Churches](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/churches.html): Looking for a Methodist Church in Darlington? Look no further than Darlington Methodist Circuit, a network of Christian congregations in and around the area. - [Elm Ridge](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/churches/elm-ridge.html): Information about Elm Ridge Methodist Church. Latest news, service times and contact details. - [Room Hire](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/churches/elm-ridge/room-hire.html): Here at Elm Ridge we have 4 rooms that are available to hire. - [Josie Pollard](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/whos-who/josie-pollard.html): Josephine is a member of the Barnard Castle Methodist Church and amongst other things, she is the organist for the Church. - [WAVE](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/wave.html): Welcome to the WAVE page of Darlington & Teesdale Methodist Circuit, the heart of the Methodist Church in Darlington. Explore our vibrant community and get involved in our mission to spread the love of Christ. - [Valerie Tooth](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/whos-who/valerie-tooth.html): Hello. I am Valerie Tooth, a member of Haughton Methodist Church in Darlington where I am a Steward. I am the current Circuit Meeting Secretary and a newly appointed Circuit Steward so I am on a bit of a learning curve! - [Cathryn Warden](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/whos-who/cathryn-warden.html): Hello I am a Cathryn Warden, Cathy to family and Cath to nearly everyone else. - [Circuit Preaching Plan](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/darlington-circuit-preaching-plan.html): Darlington - Darlington Circuit Preaching Plan - [Haughton](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/churches/haughton.html): Information about Haughton Methodist Church. Latest news, service times and contact details. - [Hurworth](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/churches/hurworth.html): Information about Hurworth Methodist Church. Latest news, service times and contact details. - [Youth Worker](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/youth-worker.html): Discover the role of the Youth Worker at Darlington Methodist Circuit, nurturing faith in the Methodist Church in Darlington. - [Lindy Lowis](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/whos-who/lindy-lowis.html): I am the Administrator at Elm Ridge Church and the Circuit Communications Assistant, have lived all my life in Darlington and David and I have been married for 35 years. We have 3 grown up sons, Stephen is a postman and lives in town, Stuart trained as a - [Staindrop](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/churches/staindrop.html): Information about Staindrop Methodist Church. Latest news, service times and contact details. - [Contact our Circuit](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/contact.html): Circuit Office, c/o Elm Ridge Methodist Church, Carmel Road South, Darlington DL3 8DJ Registered Charity No. 1132005 - [Circuit Map](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/circuit-map.html): Darlington & Teesdale Methodist Circuit Circuit Map - [The Pathway](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/churches/pathway.html): Information about The Pathway Methodist Church. Latest news, service times and contact details. - [The Well](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/churches/well.html): Information about The Well Methodist Church. Latest news, service times and contact details. - [GDPR](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/gdpr.html): Please find attached documents necessary to comply with the recent changes in the law. - [Privacy & Cookie Policy](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/privacy-policy.html): This privacy policy sets out how Darlington & Teesdale Methodist Circuit uses and protects any information that you may give or Darlington & Teesdale Methodist Circuit may obtain when you use this website. Darlington & Teesdale Methodist Circuit is committed to ensuring that your privacy is protected. Should we ask you - [History of Barnard Castle Church](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/churches/barnard-castle/history-of-barnard-castle-church.html): A short history of Barnard Castle Methodist Church - [Heritage](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/churches/harrowgate-hill/heritage.html): A Brief History of Harrowgate Hill Methodist Church In 1870 Lowson Street was one of only a few streets off the Durham Road (North Road, as it is known today) with scattered housing between Harrowgate Village and Barningham's Buildings. Methodism was first introduced to the area in the form of a school chapel or &# - [Room Hire](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/churches/harrowgate-hill/room-hire.html): Type of organisation 1st hour chargeSubsequent hour/s or parts Profit making organisations £20.00 £20.00 Non-profit making organisations £20.00 £10.00 Church based charitable organisations Donations invited Private Parties £40.00 Pre-school concessionary rate £10.50 per hour GA conce - [Coffee@Haughton](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/churches/haughton/coffeehaughton.html): Coffee@Haughton ('A community cafe in the heart of the village') - [Regular Activities](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/churches/haughton/regular-activities.html): Craft and Chat. Craft and Chat meets on alternate Thursdays from 2pm to 3.30pm. This is an informal opportunity to do your craft whilst enjoying friendly company and a cup of tea or coffee. - [Room Hire](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/churches/haughton/room-hire.html): Room Hire Rates - [Mustard Tree](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/churches/hurworth/mustard-tree.html): After a successful first year partnering with Olivia's Artisan Bakery and the Clervaux Trust, our cafe entered a new phase of its life on 1st September 2015. While continuing to support the valuable work of the Clervaux Trust with vulnerable young adults, stocking the same delicious artisan bread, and offering high - [Room Hire](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/churches/hurworth/room-hire.html): Room: HallRates: £10 per hour Cafe/Church Rates: £25 per hour - [Development Worker](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/churches/pathway/church-staff.html): Hello everyone! I work as the Development Worker at The Pathway Methodist Church in Middleton-in-Teesdale. I am married to Richard. We have two grown up children ' Tom, an accountant who lives in Leeds and Becky, an Early Years Teacher who lives in York. The youngest and furriest member of the family is Ruby, the c - [Bondgate](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/old-churches/darlington-centre/bondgate.html): Darlington - Bondgate - [The Well](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/old-churches/darlington-centre/northland.html): Darlington - Northland - [Pierremont](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/old-churches/darlington-centre/pierremont.html): Darlington - Pierremont - [Cockerton](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/old-churches/darlington/cockerton.html): Darlington - Cockerton - [Room Hire](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/old-churches/darlington/cockerton/room-hire.html): Darlington - Room Hire - [Heritage](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/old-churches/darlington/cockerton/heritage.html): Darlington - Heritage - [Elm Ridge](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/old-churches/darlington/elm-ridge.html): Darlington - Elm Ridge - [Watch again](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/old-churches/darlington/elm-ridge/watch-again.html): An opportunity to watch services from Elm Ridge as we emerge from lockdown. - [Activities at Elm Ridge](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/old-churches/darlington/elm-ridge/activities-at-elm-ridge.html): Darlington - Activities at Elm Ridge - [Meetings for children](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/old-churches/darlington/elm-ridge/meetings-for-children-at-elm-ridge.html): All Age Worship services are held at Elm Ridge which are designed to include and engage all children and young people. - [Room Hire](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/old-churches/darlington/elm-ridge/room-hire.html): Darlington - Room Hire - [Heritage](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/old-churches/darlington/elm-ridge/heritage.html): Darlington - Heritage - [Harrowgate Hill](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/old-churches/darlington/harrowgate-hill.html): Darlington - Harrowgate Hill - [Heritage](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/old-churches/darlington/harrowgate-hill/heritage.html): Darlington - Heritage - [Room Hire](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/old-churches/darlington/harrowgate-hill/room-hire.html): Darlington - Room Hire - [Haughton](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/old-churches/darlington/haughton.html): Darlington - Haughton - [Regular Activities](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/old-churches/darlington/haughton/regular-activities.html): Craft and Chat. Craft and Chat meets on alternate Thursdays from 2pm to 3.30pm. This is an informal opportunity to do your craft whilst enjoying friendly company and a cup of tea or coffee. - [Coffee@Haughton](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/old-churches/darlington/haughton/cafe.html): Darlington - Cafe - [Room Hire](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/old-churches/darlington/haughton/room-hire.html): Darlington - Room Hire - [Barton](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/old-churches/surrounding-villages/barton.html): Darlington - Barton - [Hurworth](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/old-churches/surrounding-villages/hurworth.html): Darlington - Hurworth - [Mustard Tree](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/old-churches/surrounding-villages/hurworth/mustard-tree.html): Darlington - Mustard Tree - [Room Hire](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/old-churches/surrounding-villages/hurworth/room-hire.html): Darlington - Room Hire ## Optional - [XML sitemap](https://www.dandtcircuit.org.uk/sitemap.xml): Every public page on this website with last modified dates