There has been a place of Christian worship on this site since at least the 11th century. The present building, which has undergone many changes, dates from the early 15th century. 2020 marked the 600th anniversary of the church.
A medieval tomb is located in the roofless part of the church. It houses the 15th century stone effigies of the first earl of Morton and his wife Princess Joanna who was the third daughter of James I of United Kingdom (James VI of Scotland). She was profoundly deaf and mute from birth and her stone effigy is likely the oldest historical depiction of a deaf individual.
After the Scottish Reformation of 1560 and by 1590, the chancel – where the original high altar stood, was walled off. This half-ruined section remains visible in the churchyard today. In the 1650s, the church was used by Oliver Cromwell’s troops to house his men and horses. Today, the church stands as a Category A-listed building, due to it’s national architectural and historical importance.
Full Gospel Church is committed to keeping the site as a place of Christian worship where the Bible is honoured and the good news of Jesus is shared.
15th century stone effigies