Peebles Old Parish Church facts for kids
The Old Parish Church of Peebles is a special Christian church building in the town of Peebles, located in the Scottish Borders area of Scotland. It is part of the Church of Scotland, which is the national church of Scotland. This church was officially opened on March 29, 1887. You can find it right at the end of the High Street in Peebles.
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Building the Church
How the Church Was Built
The Old Parish Church of Peebles was built between 1885 and 1887. It cost about £9,500 to construct, which was a lot of money back then! The church building includes some parts from an even older church that stood on the same spot. That earlier church was built in 1784.
Who Designed the Church?
The person who designed this beautiful church was an architect named William Young. He was from London. William Young designed the church in a style called Gothic style. This style often includes tall pointed arches, large windows, and detailed stone carvings. It makes the church look very grand and old-fashioned, like churches from many centuries ago.
Community Connections
The Old Parish Church of Peebles is part of a group called Peebles Churches Together. This group brings together different Christian churches in Peebles. They work together on projects and events to help the community.
External Links
- Peebles Churches Together website
See also
In Spanish: Antigua iglesia parroquial de Peebles para niños
