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Historic churches · Scottish Highlands

Former Episcopal Church Of St John, Ballachulish

In or near Ballachulish.

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Former Episcopal Church Of St John, Ballachulish in Scotland Islands, United Kingdom.

The Church of St John, Ballachulish - geograph.org.uk - 507550

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Typical visit
30 min–1 h
  • Free entry

About

Former Episcopal Church Of St John, Ballachulish is a place of interest in Scotland Islands, United Kingdom — drawn from open-data sources for visitor reference. See the linked Wikipedia article for the full description.

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Official information

St. John's Episcopal Church in Ballachulish is a historic church built in 1842, set against the picturesque backdrop of Loch Leven. It has a rich history, particularly following the Battle of Culloden, and is known for its small congregation and efforts to preserve its heritage.

From the Wikipedia article

St John's Church is an active Scottish Episcopal Church congregation in Ballachulish, Highland, Scotland. It is part of the West Highland Region of the diocese of Argyll and the Isles of the Scottish Episcopal Church. Revd Amanda Fairclough is the priest in charge. The current church building dates to 1842, replacing an earlier church. It was designed by Oban architect Peter Macnab. The church is a Category C listed building. The nave was built in 1842; the chancel was added by David Mackintosh in 1888. The altar and gilded reredos are by J. W. M. Wedderburn, 1888. The main entrance is in the centre of the western gable; a secondary entrance is located in the eastern end of the northern wall. The former church building stands a few yards southeast of the present church. Local tradition has it that this was the store house from which Bishop Forbes preached in 1770; it was later consecrated as a chapel. The church's burial ground, which features a ha-ha at the seaward boundary, is Category B listed. According to Historic Environment Scotland, it contains an "exceptional collection of 19th-century finely inscribed" tomb stones; many are of Ballachulish slate.

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Coordinates
56.6776, -5.1553
District
Highland
Postcode
PH49 4JP
Parliamentary constituency
Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber
Established
1842
Official site
whrsec.org.uk

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Former Episcopal Church Of St John, Ballachulish?
Former Episcopal Church Of St John, Ballachulish is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode PH49 4JP).
What is Former Episcopal Church Of St John, Ballachulish?
Former Episcopal Church Of St John, Ballachulish in Scotland Islands, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Former Episcopal Church Of St John, Ballachulish?
Drivers can use postcode PH49 4JP.
When was Former Episcopal Church Of St John, Ballachulish built?
Built or established in 1842.
Is Former Episcopal Church Of St John, Ballachulish free to visit?
Yes, Former Episcopal Church Of St John, Ballachulish is free to enter.
How do I get to Former Episcopal Church Of St John, Ballachulish?
Drivers can navigate to postcode PH49 4JP. It sits within the Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber parliamentary constituency.