A Romanesque former church now supports people living with dementia, carers and the wider community.
Quick facts
- Date
- Built 1879; converted and altered in 1994 and 2000
- Architect / designer
- David Robertson; later work by Groves-Raines Architects
- Type
- Romanesque former church adapted as a community and care hub
- Designation
- Listed building, Category B (LB26983)
- OS grid reference
- NT 24521 71864
Architecture and continuing use
The stone church is organised around a broad Romanesque body and a prominent north-west tower, with round-arched openings and surviving stained glass. Later interventions adapt the interior for welcoming, accessible community use.
Its story
David Robertson designed the church in 1879. Groves-Raines Architects altered it during conversion in 1994 and again in 2000; the Eric Liddell Community now operates the building as a charitable hub.
Why it is included
It is an exemplary continuity of social purpose, transforming a place of worship into an inclusive centre for care, connection and wellbeing.
What to notice
- North-west tower.
- Round-arched Romanesque openings.
- Historic stained glass alongside later accessible adaptation.
Reading the surroundings
This is an active care and community setting. Use published opening and event information, respect the privacy of service users, and ask before photographing indoors.
Timeline
- Built 1879 David Robertson designed the church in 1879. Groves-Raines Architects altered it during conversion in 1994 and again in 2000; the Eric Liddell Community now operates the building as a charitable hub.
- Present Operating community hub, dementia-support and wellbeing centre.
What we know — and what remains uncertain
The building hosts several services and activities whose times change. Current programme and access should be checked with the charity.
Sources & further reading
- Historic Environment Scotland: The Eric Liddell Community, LB26983 — Designation category, mapped location, construction phases, fabric, authorship and architectural interest.
- The Eric Liddell Community hub — Current charitable use, dementia and carer support, facilities, access and programme.
Location
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