Bishopstoke, Fair Oak and Horton Heath Street Pastors began back in 2007 as the first semi rural scheme in the country. After a successful couple of years the scheme began spreading to other parts of the Borough with help and support from both the Police and the Local Councils. The scheme exists for the benefit of the community, enriching the community we live in by patrolling every Friday evening, every week. We are there to listen, to care and to support those in need, those who are vulnerable and those who would like to chat.

In 2021 we have since re-launched our School pastor Initiative. Our School pastor aim is to be a visible presence around one of our local schools. We have a team of School pastors that go weekly into a local primary during their lunchtime playtime. Like Street Pastors, they are there to listen, care and support children during their play.

None of the above would be possible without the dedication and commitment of volunteers who turn out come rain or shine, to enrich the community and instill a sense of value and worth to those they meet. Street and School Pastors is a joint venture supported by the local churches.