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The Great Britain Guide

Historic churches Β· Central Scotland

Ceres Parish Church, 3 Kirk Brae, Ceres

In or near Ceres.

Free admissionβ˜… 4.5 Β· 6 Google reviews

Ceres Parish Church, 3 Kirk Brae, Ceres β€” category B listed building-listed church in scotland-central, United Kingdom.

Gated entrance to Ceres kirkyard - geograph.org.uk - 4699380

Stanley Howe β€” CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
30 min–1 h
Nearest railway station
Cupar Β· 3.5 km
  • Free entry

Getting there & planning your visit

Ceres Parish Church is located at 3 Kirk Brae, Ceres, Fife, with the postcode KY15 5ND. The nearest railway station is Cupar, which is 3.5 km away. Entry to the church is free.

Directions on Google Maps β†’

About

Ceres Parish Church, 3 Kirk Brae, Ceres is a category B listed building-listed church in scotland-central, United Kingdom, registered on the Historic Environment Scotland register (entry LB2363). Listed status protects buildings and structures of special architectural or historic interest. See the linked Wikipedia article for further details.

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Heritage listing

Category B Date Added 10/08/1972 Local Authority Fife Planning Authority Fife Parish Ceres NGR NO 39942 11668 Coordinates 339942, 711668 β€” Dated JC 1806 (probably for John Corstorphine architect-builder of Kingsbarns) at door lintel. Originally: rectangular plan, 2-storey 3-window treatment of flanks, ground floor openings in arched recesses west side, 2 arched windows (reglazed) N gable, piended roof; square tower south gable, 3 narrow round-arched openings each face, crenellated parapet and obelisk pinnacles. South and west fronts droved ashlar, remainder rubble. External appearance subsequently modified, octagonal drum and stone spire added 1851-2, Hugh Birrell of Drumeldrie architect, outer openings of original belfry stage built up on George Rae's advice; considerable repairs 1853; Hugh Birrell; piends of roof removed and gables built John Milne of St Andrews 1865. Interior: U-plan gallery on timber Roman doric columns (additional 4 inserted in accordance with original plan in 1829) swagged frieze, original table pews and pulpit, restored I G Lindsay. Glazing mainly original. 15th century recumbent effigy in vestibule.

From Historic Environment Scotland under OGL v3.

Official information

Fife Folk Museum is a family-friendly museum located in the historic village of Ceres, showcasing the social, domestic, and working lives of the people of Fife. The museum is housed in beautiful listed buildings and offers a glimpse into the region's past.

Place summary

Ceres Parish Church is located at 3 Kirk Brae in central Scotland. This category B listed building reflects significant architectural and historical value within the region.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
56.2936, -2.9719
District
Fife
Postcode
KY15 5ND
Parliamentary constituency
North East Fife
Phone
01334 828180
Nearest railway station
Cupar β€” 3.5 km
Opening
Wednesday to Sunday 10.30am–4pm; last entry 3.15pm

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Ceres Parish Church, 3 Kirk Brae, Ceres?
Ceres Parish Church, 3 Kirk Brae, Ceres is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode KY15 5ND).
What is Ceres Parish Church, 3 Kirk Brae, Ceres?
Ceres Parish Church, 3 Kirk Brae, Ceres β€” category B listed building-listed church in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Ceres Parish Church, 3 Kirk Brae, Ceres?
The nearest railway station is Cupar, about 3.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode KY15 5ND.
Is Ceres Parish Church, 3 Kirk Brae, Ceres a listed building?
Ceres Parish Church, 3 Kirk Brae, Ceres is officially recognised as category B listed building listed.
Is Ceres Parish Church, 3 Kirk Brae, Ceres free to visit?
Yes, Ceres Parish Church, 3 Kirk Brae, Ceres is free to enter.
How do I get to Ceres Parish Church, 3 Kirk Brae, Ceres?
The nearest railway station is Cupar, about 3.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode KY15 5ND.