Reg.Nr. HA-2003/UK/08

St Peter's Kirk, Sandwick

The preservation of a rural stone church building from 1837 after decades of neglect and decay. Throughout the project there was an emphasis on the use of traditional skills, techniques and materials. The church has been returned to its place as a worship and cultural centre for ...
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Project details

Title:St Peter's Kirk, Sandwick
Entr. year: 2003
Result:Diploma
Country: United Kingdom
Town: Sandwick, Mainland, Orkney (Scotland)
Category type: architectural heritage
Building type/ Project type: Religious building/memorial
Former use:Church
Actual use:Church
Built: 19th century
The Jury's citation: For the restrained conservation, using traditional materials and where possible local craftsmen, of a now rare 19th century church, reviving it as a focal point for the community.
GPS:59°4'0.0"N 3°19'51.6"W
Web, Links:

www.srct.org.uk/index.php/our-churches/st-peters

Description:
The preservation of a rural stone church building from 1837 after decades of neglect and decay. Throughout the project there was an emphasis on the use of traditional skills, techniques and materials. The church has been returned to its place as a worship and cultural centre for the community.