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Groups must
originate from a bona fide church organisation,
Christian Union or similar Christian based assemblies
etc. OR applicants must be connected with Barston Parish
Church or be a parishioner of Barston.
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All groups must
have mature and responsible leadership staying with the
group throughout the stay.
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A mixed party must
have leadership of both sexes.
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Part of the ground
floor of the House maybe used by Barston Young Church on
the first Sunday in a month between 10:20am and 12 noon.
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Groups using St
Swithin’s House are asked to be considerate at all times
to the village residents living near to the House, and
especially at night.
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Groups are required
to observe the strict No Smoking rule at all times
within the House and Games room.
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Damages and
breakages, however caused, are the responsibility of the
group in residence and must be reported to the
Administrator, and if required, paid for before leaving.
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The Trust will
always do its best to honour firm bookings, but regrets
that if, for reasons beyond its control, cancellation of
a booking is necessary then it accepts no liability
beyond the return of any deposits/booking fees paid.
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If, after your
visit, personal items left in the House or grounds are
not claimed within 3 months they will be disposed of.
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Group Leaders who
bring children and young people under the age of 18
years are required to have their own signed Child
Protection Policy and Procedures document in place
reflecting the nature of their work and that Leaders
have been Criminal Record Board (CRB) cleared.
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Leaders must accept
responsibility for their group’s activities within the
House and ensure that all of the party are aware of
Emergency Fire Escape doors and their operation.
Important information for your safety is contained in
the House Users Instructions which includes the
operation of the Fire Alarm System and locations of
water stop cocks and Electrical switchgear. A copy of
these instructions can be found in the main entrance
Hall.
A Rural Christian Conference Centre
