Historic churches · Scottish Lowlands
Crichton Church of Scotland, Ayr Road, Cumnock
In or near Auchinleck.
Crichton Church of Scotland, Ayr Road, Cumnock — category B listed building-listed church in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 30 min–1 h
- Nearest railway station
- Auchinleck · 2.7 km
- Free entry
- Wheelchair accessible
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit Crichton Church of Scotland, you can take the train to Auchinleck station, which is 2.7 km away. The postcode for sat-nav is KA18 1DW, and entry is free.
About
Crichton Church of Scotland, Ayr Road, Cumnock is a category B listed building-listed church in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom, registered on the Historic Environment Scotland register (entry LB24123). 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 18/08/1977 Local Authority East Ayrshire Planning Authority East Ayrshire Burgh Cumnock And Holmhead NGR NS 56804 20019 Coordinates 256804, 620019 — D Menzies (Edinburgh) 1897-99. Curvilmear gothic red snecked rubble, slated roof. Broad S gable front, doorway with 3 orders granite shafts, pair of 2 lights and rose window above; low gabled tower on W, tall 4 stage tower with twin belfry windows, stone spire rising 140 ft with tall lucarnes flanked by octagonal pinnacles on E: body of church behind has gabled flanks with 3 light windows, transpets with 4 lights, canted organ chamber apse. Interior: pitch pine roof open to collar beams, gallery S. end over entrance vestibule.
From Historic Environment Scotland under OGL v3.
Official information
The Baird Institute is a significant cultural venue in Cumnock, established in 1891. It features collections of Mauchline Ware, Cumnock Pottery, and materials that showcase the local heritage, including a dedicated room for James Keir Hardie. The venue also hosts contemporary art exhibitions and community workshops.
Place summary
Crichton Church of Scotland is located on Ayr Road in Cumnock, within the Scottish Lowlands. This ecclesiastical structure is designated as a category B listed building, highlighting its architectural and historical significance.
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- Coordinates
- 55.4530, -4.2658
- District
- East Ayrshire
- Postcode
- KA18 1DW
- Parliamentary constituency
- Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock
- Phone
- 01290 427084
- Nearest railway station
- Auchinleck — 2.7 km
- Opening
- Thursday 12.30pm – 4.40pm & 5pm – 8.00pm; Friday 10.00am-4.00pm; Saturday 10.00am-4.00pm; closed Sunday to Wednesday
- Official site
- eastayrshireleisure.com
Sources
- wikidata: Q17814678 (CC0)
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Crichton Church of Scotland, Ayr Road, Cumnock?
- Crichton Church of Scotland, Ayr Road, Cumnock is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode KA18 1DW).
- What is Crichton Church of Scotland, Ayr Road, Cumnock?
- Crichton Church of Scotland, Ayr Road, Cumnock — category B listed building-listed church in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Crichton Church of Scotland, Ayr Road, Cumnock?
- The nearest railway station is Auchinleck, about 2.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode KA18 1DW.
- Is Crichton Church of Scotland, Ayr Road, Cumnock a listed building?
- Crichton Church of Scotland, Ayr Road, Cumnock is officially recognised as category B listed building listed.
- Is Crichton Church of Scotland, Ayr Road, Cumnock free to visit?
- Yes, Crichton Church of Scotland, Ayr Road, Cumnock is free to enter.
- How do I get to Crichton Church of Scotland, Ayr Road, Cumnock?
- The nearest railway station is Auchinleck, about 2.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode KA18 1DW.