Laigh Kirk's history and development is an integral part of the history and development of Kilmarnock itself. Between the 4th and 6th centuries an Irish missionary Saint called Marnoc, probably a follower of St. Columba, established a Christian settlement here. This then was the first church in Kilmarnock, and following the reformation in 1560, the Laigh was the first and only Church of Scotland in the town. On the Kirk tower the date 1410 is inscribed, and although the entire structure is not that age, relics of a pre-reformation altar from Roman times were revealed in 1803 when the new building was in progress. The present Church building dates from 1802 and the bell from 1853. The first organ installed in 1877 was replaced...
Read moreMost loveliest Church I've been to both staff and people that come to this church are most welcoming. Always liked the services and the end service teas n coffee time .
And really liked helping out there...
Read moreA welcoming caring church in the heart of Kilmarnock reaching out to all. Worship every Sunday 11.00am. Visitors welcome during doors open Monday Wednesday Friday Saturday...
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