About Stranraer Parish Church
Among the Church of Scotland congregations of Dumfries and Galloway, Stranraer Parish Church gathers in Stranraer. You will find the church at Leswalt High Road in Stranraer. Up-to-date service times and contact details are published on the church's website at stranraerparishchu.wixsite.com/stranraerparish.
Church of Scotland churches form a well-established strand of Christianity in the United Kingdom. The Church of Scotland, often simply called the Kirk, is Scotland's national church and follows Presbyterian governance through elected elders. It dates from the Scottish Reformation of 1560 and keeps a presence in parishes from the Borders to the islands. Membership stands at around 250,000, though many more Scots retain a link with their parish church. The tradition traces its modern form to 1560. As a measure of its reach, the wider family today counts about 250,000 members.
It belongs to the broad community of churches across Scotland, home to the Church of Scotland alongside Catholic, Episcopal, Free Church and independent congregations. Stranraer lies within Dumfries and Galloway, whose county town is Dumfries. The church forms part of the wider Church of Scotland presence across Dumfries and Galloway.
Thinking of coming along? Simply turn up: no invitation is needed. Allow a little extra time for getting there, as parking close to older church buildings can be tight, and if accessibility is a concern, a quick call ahead will confirm arrangements such as ramps, accessible toilets or a hearing loop.
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Getting there
Parking near older church buildings can be limited, so allow a few extra minutes or arrive on foot where you can.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Stranraer Parish Church?⌄
Stranraer Parish Church is at Leswalt High Road, Stranraer, Dumfries and Galloway, DG9 0AA.
What denomination is Stranraer Parish Church?⌄
Stranraer Parish Church worships within the Church of Scotland stream of Christianity. The Church of Scotland, often simply called the Kirk, is Scotland's national church and follows Presbyterian governance through elected elders.
When are services at Stranraer Parish Church?⌄
Service times for Stranraer Parish Church are not yet listed in our directory. Check https://stranraerparishchu.wixsite.com/stranraerparish or contact the church directly to confirm.
Does Stranraer Parish Church have a website?⌄
Yes, the church's website is https://stranraerparishchu.wixsite.com/stranraerparish.
What is the phone number for Stranraer Parish Church?⌄
You can ring Stranraer Parish Church on +44 1776 700867. A quick call is the surest way to confirm service times and any special events.
How do I get to Stranraer Parish Church?⌄
The church is at Leswalt High Road, Stranraer, Dumfries and Galloway. Use the map and directions link on this page, and allow a little extra time if you are driving, as parking near the building may be limited.
Is Stranraer Parish Church accessible?⌄
Accessibility provision varies between church buildings. Contact the church directly to ask about step-free access, accessible toilets or a hearing loop before you visit.
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