Bridge of Allan parish church
11 minute walk from Bridge of Allan station · Stirling, Central and Fife · Free entry
Bridge of Allan Parish Church is a prominent feature of the local conservation village. Serving as a focus in the community, the site includes the Sanctuary, Honeyman Hall, and the Chalmers Suite. Originally linked to the Free Church of Scotland, the buildings represent a significant piece of national heritage.
The church is noted for its captivating architecture and glorious furnishings. It features work by Charles Rennie Mackintosh, including a communion table, pulpit, organ screen, and choir stalls. The Honeyman Hall was designed by Mackintosh's employer, John Honeyman, while the Chalmers Hall incorporates historical stained glass from the erstwhile Chalmers Church.
Visitors can enjoy an enchanting atmosphere and view particularly fine stained glass windows. The site offers level access to main areas and is dog-friendly. While the sanctuary is available by arrangement, the halls host diverse activities ranging from art classes and gaelic choirs to summer coffee mornings.
Visitor information
- Place type
- Church
- Good for
- Architecture, Churches, abbeys & cathedrals
- Characteristics
- Art Deco
- Admission
- Free
- Opening
- By appointment
- Facilities
- Dogs welcome
- Region
- Stirling, Central and Fife
Stations within walking distance
- Bridge of Allan station — 11 min walk, 0.9 km
Other places near Bridge of Allan
- Darn Walk: Bridge of Allan to Dunblane — 6 min walk from the station
- Lecropt Kirk Parish Church — 7 min walk from the station
- Allanwater Brewhouse — 8 min walk from the station
- The Darn Walk — 12 min walk from the station
- Bridge of Allan Golf Club — 29 min walk from the station
- University of Stirling Art Collection — 31 min walk from the station