Church Overview

The church was originally founded in 1874 as the ‘Burnbank Mission Station’ of St John’s Free Church. Having been raised to full status in 1875, the church was rebuilt 1880, architect John Hutchison whose design exhibits many features in the 13th-century Gothic style. The interior has one of the best examples in Scotland of a wooden hammerbeam roof. The organ by Hill & Son of London 1902 is still in use today. The exterior is floodlit, highlighting the stonework which was restored in 1988.

Hamilton West has entered a union with Hamilton Old Parish Church The building and halls continue to be maintained by the united church and are called West Campus, Hamilton Old Parish Church. The building still serves the community and many clubs, societies, and church organisations continue to use the building.

SErvices

normally the afternoon of the 3rd Sunday of the month, but this can be subject to change.

Opening Arrangements

Open by arrangement

Disclaimer

The information about churches in Scotland’s Churches Scheme has been provided by the congregations or taken from the Historic Scotland list and published sources, in particular, the Buildings of Scotland volumes and the RIAS Illustrated Architectural Guides. To contact this specific church please complete the Contact this Church form above. The information is not authoritative; please contact Scotland’s Churches Trust to let us know of any errors or omissions.