A kirk rebuilt in 1825 retains 1794 masonry and a leaning tower above the Scotscraig family vault, with older armorial stones set into its fabric.
Quick facts
- Date
- South wall 1794; remainder rebuilt 1825; later interior renovation
- Architect / designer
- Designers unrecorded
- Type
- Historic parish kirk incorporating Scotscraig Vault
- Designation
- Listed building, Category B (LB41923)
- OS grid reference
- NO 45917 28715
Architecture, archaeology and continuing use
Pinned whin rubble and older whin ashlar form a compact church beneath a slate roof. A central tower projects from the north wall over the vault, while Gothic glazing and inscribed details distinguish the separate campaigns.
Its story
Reverend Dr Dalgleish’s 1794 work survives in the south wall and gables. Much of the kirk was reconstructed in 1825 around the Scotscraig Vault, and later renovation altered the interior and south elevation.
Why it is included
Category B listing recognises an architecturally layered parish building whose fabric connects communal worship with the memorial presence of the Scotscraig estate.
What to notice
- The tower’s slight lean above the north wall.
- Contrasting masonry from 1794 and 1825.
- Armorial stones associated with Scotscraig.
Reading the surroundings
Do not assume the church is open. View from public ground or attend only an advertised activity; respect worship, memorials and neighbouring homes, and avoid touching historic stones.
Timeline
- 1794 A new church campaign left the surviving south wall, gables and dated details.
- 1825 Rebuilding created most of the present kirk around the family vault.
- Later 19th or 20th century Renovation changed the interior and portions of the southern elevation.
What we know — and what remains uncertain
A reliable current opening schedule and regular-use statement were not found; the older designation wording may not describe present congregational arrangements.
Sources & further reading
- Historic Environment Scotland: Parish Kirk of Ferryport-on-Craig, LB41923 — Current designation status, mapped location, date, fabric and architectural or archaeological interest.
- Trove designation: LB41923 — Parallel national record identity and archival context.
Location
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