St John the Baptist Church

St John the Baptist Church is a Roman Catholic place of worship located on Melville Street in Perth, featuring pointed arch windows and traditional ecclesiastical design. The stone structure displays the architectural style typical of Scottish churches from the 19th century, with a prominent roof line and decorative masonry.

The church was completed in 1832 and expanded in 1856 to increase interior space, with a roof height extension added later in the 1890s. These additions and alterations reflect the growing needs of the congregation over the decades.

The church functions as a religious center within the Roman Catholic Diocese of Dunkeld, serving both urban and rural communities in the Perth region.

The church sits conveniently in central Perth and is easy to reach on foot from the surrounding streets. Regular services are held throughout the week, so timing your visit around these can enhance your experience of the active community space.

In 1856, the church building was extended by 37 feet, followed by the elevation of its roof over the original section in 1892.

Location: Perth and Kinross

Location: Perth

Website: https://stjohns-perth.org.uk

GPS coordinates: 56.39993,-3.43575

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:05