William Burn’s compact riverside church remains a focus for worship and community activity, enriched by stained glass linked to Millais and Douglas Strachan.
Quick facts
- Date
- Built in 1826; interior remodelled around 1930
- Architect / designer
- William Burn
- Type
- Neo-Perpendicular Greek-cross church with pinnacled buttresses and octagonal belfry
- Designation
- Listed building, Category B (LB39304)
- OS grid reference
- NO 12291 23541
Architecture and continuing use
A Greek-cross plan gathers around square angle spaces, while pinnacled buttresses and a spired octagonal belfry give the ashlar exterior a crisp Neo-Perpendicular silhouette.
Its story
Burn designed the church in 1826 for the Kinnoull parish. Twentieth-century remodelling and memorial stained glass added new layers while the congregation continued in the building.
Why it is included
It brings a nationally known architect, significant stained glass and living parish use into Perth’s architectural coverage.
What to notice
- The octagonal belfry and small spire.
- Pinnacled buttresses marking the cross plan.
- The west window based on designs by John Everett Millais, where authorised access permits.
Reading the surroundings
Sunday worship is advertised and community groups use the buildings. Respect services and contact the congregation before making a special architectural visit.
Timeline
- Built in 1826 Burn designed the church in 1826 for the Kinnoull parish.
- Present Active Church of Scotland parish church and community venue.
What we know — and what remains uncertain
The HES description uses 1826 while congregational sources sometimes cite the following year for completion or opening.
Sources & further reading
- Historic Environment Scotland: Kinnoull Parish Church, LB39304 — Designation category, mapped location, construction phases, fabric, authorship and architectural interest.
- Church of Scotland: Kinnoull Parish Church online services — Denominational confirmation of the active congregation and its regular Sunday worship.
Location
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