St John the Evangelist
Aurs Road, Strathclyde
Stunning brick and concrete church and bell tower landmark in Barrhead.
Opening times
Visitors can arrange a visit by contacting the church office.
Address
Church Road
Giffnock
City of Glasgow
G46 6JR
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55.8009259, -4.2906316
Orchardhill was built by the architect Henry Clifford in Giffnock Quarry StoneThe building was debt free within three years and had a fine pipe organ installed courtesy of Andrew Carnegie. The wood panelling is from 1900-35.
During the first world war the congregation lost twenty three men. The town of Giffnock grew in popularity with new roads and avenues and the congregation grew accordingly. During world war two some of the premises of the church were commandeered due to black outs, shortages. Sixteen young servicemen died in a local bombing.
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Captivating architecture
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Enchanting atmosphere
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Famous connections
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Fascinating churchyard
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Glorious furnishings
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National heritage here
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Social heritage stories
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Spectacular stained glass
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Accessible toilets in church
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Bus stop within 100m
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Café in church
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Car park at church
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Level access throughout
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Level access to the main areas
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Ramp or level access available on request
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Space to secure your bike
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Train station within 250m
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Walkers & cyclists welcome
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Wifi
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Church Fayres at intervals with orchestral/ choirs at least twice a year. Recently a sunflower spectacular was organised round the church and hall with great success.
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Church of Scotland
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Foundation Grant, £5,000, 2021
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Our Foundation Grants fund urgent maintenance work and small repairs to help keep churches open.