A Short History of St Thomas’ Church

The Domesday book of 1086 records Chevithorne as being one of the Manors within Tiverton. At this time there was one large parish based around St Peter’s, served – from the 12th century – by three or four priests, each responsible for his own “portion” of the parish. In time, small chapels were built in the outlying areas. Renowned architect William Burges was commissioned to design a vicarage here in 1869. Today, the church forms part of the benefice of Tiverton St Peter’s and Chevithorne with Cove.

If you have a concern about someone’s safety, or about the actions of somebody working with children or vulnerable adults, please tell someone. The Safeguarding Officer for St Thomas’s is Kate Stanton and further information is available in the safeguarding policy.Details of the safeguarding team for the Diocese of Exeter are available at:  https://exeter.anglican.org/resources/safeguarding/safeguarding-team/.  Young people who feel unhappy about something that is happening to them may wish to contact Childline on 0800 11 11.  Anyone in immediate danger should call the Police on 999.