
Athelstaneford Parish Church
Denomination: Church of Scotland
Address: Athelstaneford, EH39 5BE
Local Authority: East Lothian
Listing: B
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Church Overview
The original church, ‘Ecclesia de Elstaneford’, on this site is said to have been founded in 1176 by the Countess Ada, mother of William the Lion. The present church dates from 1780. Cruciform design with central aisle, transepts and semi-octagonal chancel. Bellcote on the west gable. Three stained glass windows by C E Kempe. Doocot 1583. Church has historic link with the Scottish Saltire: commemorative plaque and Saltire floodlit. Heritage Centre to rear of church opened in 1997.
Services
1st and 3rd Sunday of month at 9.30 am
Opening Arrangements
By arrangements
Disclaimer
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