Historic churches · Central Scotland
Lyle Kirk, Union Street Building, (former Ardgowan Parish Church), Union Street, Greenock
In or near Kilcreggan.
Lyle Kirk, Union Street Building, (former Ardgowan Parish Church), Union Street, Greenock — category B listed building-listed church in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 30 min–1 h
- Nearest railway station
- Greenock West · 0.7 km
- Free entry
- Wheelchair accessible
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit Lyle Kirk, Union Street Building in Greenock, the nearest railway station is Greenock West, located 0.7 km away. The postcode for sat-nav is PA16 8ER, and entry is free.
About
Lyle Kirk, Union Street Building, (former Ardgowan Parish Church), Union Street, Greenock is a category B listed building-listed church in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom, registered on the Historic Environment Scotland register (entry LB34152). 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 13/05/1971 Last Date Amended 10/10/2016 Local Authority Inverclyde Planning Authority Inverclyde Burgh Greenock NGR NS 27126 76831 Coordinates 227126, 676831 — Early pointed, bull-faced rubble with tower. Arcaded interior, clerestorey; plaster vaulted; John Starforth, architect 1871. — Place of worship, in use as such. Statutory address revised in 2016. Previously listed as 'Ardgowan Church, Union Street (Former Trinity Church of Scotland)'.
From Historic Environment Scotland under OGL v3.
Official information
The Watt Institution is a key heritage attraction in Inverclyde, showcasing collections that highlight the region's history and culture. Visitors can explore various exhibits, engage with visual arts, and access archives to research family history.
Place summary
Lyle Kirk, located on Union Street in Greenock, is a former parish church known as Ardgowan Parish Church. It is designated as a category B listed building, reflecting its architectural and historical significance in the Scottish Highlands.
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- Coordinates
- 55.9533, -4.7704
- District
- Inverclyde
- Postcode
- PA16 8ER
- Parliamentary constituency
- Inverclyde and Renfrewshire West
- Phone
- 01475 715624
- Nearest railway station
- Greenock West — 0.7 km
- Official site
- www.inverclyde.gov.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q17825939 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Lyle Kirk, Union Street Building, (former Ardgowan Parish Church), Union Street, Greenock?
- Lyle Kirk, Union Street Building, (former Ardgowan Parish Church), Union Street, Greenock is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode PA16 8ER).
- What is Lyle Kirk, Union Street Building, (former Ardgowan Parish Church), Union Street, Greenock?
- Lyle Kirk, Union Street Building, (former Ardgowan Parish Church), Union Street, Greenock — category B listed building-listed church in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Lyle Kirk, Union Street Building, (former Ardgowan Parish Church), Union Street, Greenock?
- The nearest railway station is Greenock West, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode PA16 8ER.
- Is Lyle Kirk, Union Street Building, (former Ardgowan Parish Church), Union Street, Greenock a listed building?
- Lyle Kirk, Union Street Building, (former Ardgowan Parish Church), Union Street, Greenock is officially recognised as category B listed building listed.
- Is Lyle Kirk, Union Street Building, (former Ardgowan Parish Church), Union Street, Greenock free to visit?
- Yes, Lyle Kirk, Union Street Building, (former Ardgowan Parish Church), Union Street, Greenock is free to enter.
- How do I get to Lyle Kirk, Union Street Building, (former Ardgowan Parish Church), Union Street, Greenock?
- The nearest railway station is Greenock West, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode PA16 8ER.