Rowand Anderson’s early church combines rugged rubble, refined red-sandstone detail and continuing worship near the town centre.
Quick facts
- Date
- Built 1867–1869; hall added 1894
- Architect / designer
- Robert Rowand Anderson; hall by David Henry
- Type
- Early English Gothic church with aisled nave and chancel
- Designation
- Listed building, Category B (LB40845)
- OS grid reference
- NO 50873 16376
Architecture and continuing use
An aisled nave with clerestory leads to a chancel behind an Early English exterior of bull-faced rubble. Alternating round and octagonal red-sandstone piers, sculpted details and a mosaic altarpiece enrich the interior.
Its story
Built in 1867–1869 and extended with a hall in 1894, the church belongs to Rowand Anderson’s formative work. It remains an active Scottish Episcopal congregation.
Why it is included
The building is both a significant work by a leading Scottish architect and a living place of worship with a notably rich interior.
What to notice
- Alternating circular and octagonal nave piers.
- Red sandstone used for structural and sculptural emphasis.
- Mosaic altarpiece designed by R. T. N. Spier and made by Powell of London.
Reading the surroundings
Attend advertised worship or contact the congregation about visiting. Respect services, prayer and any safeguarding restrictions on rooms or photography.
Timeline
- Built 1867–1869 Built in 1867–1869 and extended with a hall in 1894, the church belongs to Rowand Anderson’s formative work. It remains an active Scottish Episcopal congregation.
- Present Active Scottish Episcopal church.
What we know — and what remains uncertain
Opening beyond services varies. The building’s current ecclesiastical use is confirmed, but access should be checked before travel.
Sources & further reading
- Historic Environment Scotland: St Andrew’s Episcopal Church, LB40845 — Designation status, mapped location, construction phases, fabric, authorship and architectural or historical interest.
- Scottish Episcopal Church: St Andrew, St Andrews — Current congregation, worship and contact information.
- Scottish Churches Trust: St Andrew, St Andrews — Architectural account and visitor information.
Location
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