All Saints' Church, St Andrews facts for kids

All Saints' Church in St Andrews is a special church located on North Castle Street in St Andrews, Fife, Scotland. It's part of the Scottish Episcopal Church, which is a Christian church in Scotland. This church is also a very important historic building, known as a Category A listed building. This means it's protected because of its unique history and architecture.

Building All Saints' Church

The story of All Saints' Church began with a temporary building.

The First Church Building

• In May 1903, the very first church on this spot was built.
• It was a temporary church made of iron.
• A company called Spiers of Glasgow built it.
• This iron church could hold about 150 people.

Building a Permanent Church

• People soon wanted a stronger, permanent church.
• The first stone for this new building was placed on March 11, 1907.
• In the same year, a special part of the church called the chancel was built.
• A bell tower was also added.
• These parts were designed by an architect named John Douglas from Chester.
• The old iron church was then moved.
• It became the main part, or nave, of the new church.

Completing the Church

• Later, in June 1920, the foundation stone for a brand new nave was laid.
• This new section was designed by another architect, Paul Waterhouse.
• The completed church was officially opened on November 1, 1923.

Who Leads the Church?

The current leader of All Saints' Church is Alasdair Coles. He is known as the rector.

See also

• List of church restorations, amendments and furniture by John Douglas

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