A luminous Gothic church designed by Wardrop and executed by Rowand Anderson supports a united Episcopal and Methodist congregation.
Quick facts
- Date
- Designed circa 1886; built 1889–90; chapel 1919
- Architect / designer
- Hew Montgomerie Wardrop; Robert Rowand Anderson; Gilbert Ogilvie
- Type
- Gothic Revival Episcopal church
- Designation
- Listed building, Category B (LB24828)
- OS grid reference
- NT 67815 79055
Architecture, archaeology and continuing use
Sandstone rubble, traceried windows and a steep red-tiled roof enclose a broad aisleless nave and chancel. The truncated crossing tower, rood screen, wagon roof, chapel and large clear western window give the interior both ceremony and light.
Its story
Hew Montgomerie Wardrop prepared the design around 1886 and Robert Rowand Anderson executed the church in 1889–90, though the intended tower remained incomplete. A chapel was added in 1919; Episcopal and Methodist congregations united here in 2015.
Why it is included
The Category B church combines major Scottish designers, intact fittings and a distinctive modern ecumenical use.
What to notice
- Unfinished tower with pyramidal roof.
- Large western window and boat-like timber roof.
- Rood screen and later St Margaret’s Chapel.
Reading the surroundings
The church advertises regular worship and daytime opening. Respect prayer, services and community groups, use the accessible entrance as directed and seek consent for interior photography.
Timeline
- 1889–90 Robert Rowand Anderson executed Wardrop’s Gothic church design.
- 1896 A carved oak rood screen enriched the chancel division.
- 1919 Gilbert Ogilvie added St Margaret’s Chapel.
- 2015 Episcopal and Methodist congregations formed a united worshipping presence.
What we know — and what remains uncertain
The church was never completed to the full original design, and current opening may vary around services and events.
Sources & further reading
- Historic Environment Scotland: St Anne’s Church, Dunbar, LB24828 — Designation status, mapped location, date, fabric and architectural or archaeological interest.
- St Anne’s Church, Dunbar — Current shared congregation, worship, address, community activity and contact information.
- St Anne’s: history — Congregational account of architects, opening, roof character and the 2015 union.
Location
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