CHURCH Overview

Dating from 12th century, the original building was reconstructed during the 15th century starting with the vaulted stone choir, built in 1439 by Adam Hepburn of Hailes. In medieval times Whitekirk was an important place of pilgrimage. The church was set on fire in 1914, supposedly by suffragettes. Restored by Robert Lorimer. Wagon roof over nave and transepts, communion table, pulpit, lectern and font all by Lorimer. Stained glass by C E Kempe 1889 and Karl Parsons 1916. Tithe barn and historic graveyard.

On 29th April 2021 St Mary’s Parish Church was folded into the new Parish of Traprain. The final regular service at the church took place a few months later on 5th Sept 2021. Now Whitekirk Church New Life Trust has placed the church in a charitable trust for future generations to use and enjoy.

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