South Leith Parish Church, Edinburgh

South Leith Parish Church features a hammerbeam nave roof and multiple stained glass windows depicting biblical scenes within its stone walls.

Founded in 1487 as a Roman Catholic chapel, the building sustained damage during military conflicts and underwent major reconstruction between 1847 and 1848.

The church maintains its role as a central religious institution in Leith, hosting regular worship services and managing community programs through its congregation.

Located on Kirkgate street, the church office operates Wednesday through Friday from 9 AM to 1 PM, offering visitor information and administrative services.

The kirkyard contains the burial site of John Pew, who inspired the character Blind Pew in Robert Louis Stevenson's Treasure Island.

Location: City of Edinburgh

Location: Edinburgh

Part of: Presbytery of Edinburgh

Website: http://slpc.co.uk/html/aboutus_church.html

GPS coordinates: 55.97210,-3.17055

Latest update: March 27, 2025 03:20