The historic Church (kirk) with links to King James VI has been listed for disposal by the Church of Scotland after 2027.
Anew action group has been set up in an ambitious initiative to safeguard one of Scotland’s most historic churches.
The Friends of Burntisland Old Parish Church have come together to secure a future for the Category A-listed landmark, which is listed for disposal by the Church of Scotland after 2027.
The church is thought to be the first one built in Scotland after the Reformation and still in use, but any sale could end 430 years of continuous service.
And although disposal of the building is two years away, the action group is mobilising now in a bid to explore every possibility.
The move comes following an appeal from the parish minister, the Rev Jim Reid and a small working group that appealed for support from the local community to breathe new life into the historic building. Almost 120 people attended a public meeting held earlier this year, underscoring the widespread concern for the church’s future.
John Dingwall, acting chair of the group, stressed the urgency of the situation.
He said: “We’re going to explore every option and look into every possibility. We need ideas and suggestions from the community, and we need people to step forward and support this effort. December 2027 is not far off and we must find a solution.”
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