Your Circuit Team are dedicated to the sustainable, efficient and safe leadership of the circuit so that it will be a legacy for years to come.

Meet some of our key staff and leaders:

Circuit Staff

Rev. Dr. Tracey Darling

Hello! I’m Tracey, the Superintendent of the Ilfracombe and Barnstaple Methodist Circuit. Prior to entering ordained ministry, I’ve held a number of different roles in a variety of industries. After gaining a PhD in Chemistry I worked as a Software Tester, Technical Author, Business Analyst and Project Manager in industries as diverse as scientific instruments, school software, car repairs and back-office work capacity management.

After training for ordained ministry part-time at The Queen’s Foundation in Birmingham, my first appointment was in the Yorkshire Dales. Coming to this circuit I’ve swapped one beautiful location for another, although now I’m much closer to the sea! Having grown up in Plymouth it’s lovely to be back in Devon. I have a passion for rural ministry, context-relevant mission, and enabling others to discern and use their God-given gifts.

I have been married to Paul for 28 years and we have one adult son. When not working I enjoy knitting or getting lost in the pages of a good book.

Rev Stephen Caddick  Superintendent (until September 2024)

Circuit Leadership Team

Mrs Sue Parsley (Senior Steward)Mrs Brenda PrenticeMrs Sue Cresswell
Rev. Marilyn TrickerMrs Edith Poole
(Circuit Treasurer & Steward)		Rev. Sue Macbeth
Circuit Property Manager
Jane Venables		Circuit Administrator Jane Venables

Local Preachers and Worship Leaders

Local Preachers and Worship Leaders are the powerhouse of the Circuit Preaching Plan. We currently have 23 who are active in one way or another. To find out more visit their separate page.

Circuit Administrator: Jane Venables

Based at Christ Church Barnstaple, the office will be open on Tuesday, Wednesday 10.15a.m. to 3.45p.m and Thursday from 10.15 a.m. – 3.15 p.m. Please call or email if you have any questions or problems. I am happy to help.

Young Families Worker(Lay)

Currently Vacant