A Brief History

The foundation stone of the present Church was laid in 1894 by Sir James Augustus Grant and the building completed in 1897, replacing the original Parish Church by the riverside. It was formally opened and dedicated for public worship on 23rd July 1897. The church is considered by many to be the finest structure in the area, designed by John Starforth. The Architecture is of Early English Transition period, being transeptal in form, with Gothic references. The square tower is almost 100 feet high and the inside of the church has a lovely light interior.