Historic churches · Central Scotland
Oakshaw East United Free Church
In or near Elderslie.
Oakshaw East United Free Church — category B listed building-listed church in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 30 min–1 h
- Nearest railway station
- Paisley Gilmour Street · 0.2 km
- Free entry
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit Oakshaw East United Free Church, the nearest railway station is Paisley Gilmour Street, located just 0.2 km away. Entry to the church is free.
About
Oakshaw East United Free Church is a category B listed building-listed church in scotland-central, United Kingdom, registered on the Historic Environment Scotland register (entry LB39075). 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 26/02/1971 Local Authority Renfrewshire Planning Authority Renfrewshire Burgh Paisley NGR NS 48166 64111 Coordinates 248166, 664111 — 1826, Manner of John Baird I. 2-storey treatment. 5-bay front rectangular church. Ashlar. Great Roman Doric pilasters to each bay. Double leaf panelled doors to 3 advanced inner bays. Rectangular windows, those to ground floor architraved. Pediment to advanced centre, eaves cornice and blocking course to outer bays and to sides. Side elevations of 5 bays with end bays advanced and pilastered windows treated as at front. Piended slate roof with ventilator. Interior relatively intact except pews removed. 1-bay vestibule with stairs leading to gallery. Cast-iron stair rails. Gallery to 3 sides with cast-iron colonettes. Tall pulpit flanked by steps. Flanking windows have internal cornices and brackets. Shallow saucer dome ceiling.
From Historic Environment Scotland under OGL v3.
Official information
The Sma' Shot Cottages offer insight into Paisley's historic weaving industry, showcasing the town's cultural heritage. Visitors can explore the preserved cottages and learn about the local history through exhibits and tours.
Place summary
Oakshaw East United Free Church is located in central Scotland. It is a category B listed building, reflecting its architectural and historical significance.
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- Coordinates
- 55.8462, -4.4266
- District
- Renfrewshire
- Postcode
- PA1 2JL
- Parliamentary constituency
- Paisley and Renfrewshire South
- Phone
- 0141 889 1708
- Nearest railway station
- Paisley Gilmour Street — 0.2 km
- Opening
- Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays 12-4pm (Wed, Sat); 1-5pm (Fri)
- Official site
- www.smashotcottages.com
Sources
- wikidata: Q17843991 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Oakshaw East United Free Church?
- Oakshaw East United Free Church is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode PA1 2JL).
- What is Oakshaw East United Free Church?
- Oakshaw East United Free Church — category B listed building-listed church in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Oakshaw East United Free Church?
- The nearest railway station is Paisley Gilmour Street, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode PA1 2JL.
- Is Oakshaw East United Free Church a listed building?
- Oakshaw East United Free Church is officially recognised as category B listed building listed.
- Is Oakshaw East United Free Church free to visit?
- Yes, Oakshaw East United Free Church is free to enter.
- How do I get to Oakshaw East United Free Church?
- The nearest railway station is Paisley Gilmour Street, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode PA1 2JL.