West Tweeddale Parishes
West Tweeddale Parish Churches are a linkage of six Church of Scotland congregations in the north-west of the Scottish Borders.

Linkage means that our churches share a minister and collaborate on many activities, but each church can pursue its own goals in response to the needs and wishes of its local community.

We are churches of people, not buildings.  In addition to church services, we organise a range of events to attract and interest people irrespective of what they believe, or do not believe.  We welcome everyone to any and all of our events and hope we may see you at some of these soon.

These pages will tell you a lot more about us and what we do, but if you cannot find the answers you're looking for, please contact us.

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Forthcoming Events:
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Gaelic Psalm Singing (Tuesday, February 11th)
Are you interested in learning to sing Psalms in Gaelic?  Rob MacNeacail leads a session in Carlops Church on a Tuesday evening from 7.30pm to 9.30pm. No prior knowledge of Gaelic is needed as the lyrics are learned phonetically. You can email Rob at or just drop by one of the sessions. 

Lamancha Community Cafe (Wednesday, February 12th)
The community cafe run by Lamancha Community Hub is open every Wednesday from 10 am till 2pm and if it's nice weather you can sit outside.
Carlops Soup Lunch (Wednesday, February 12th)
This is held in Carlops Church on the second Wednesday of every month throughput the Winter (except December) until further notice. Times are 12noon to 1.30pm. The first event is on Wednesday 13 September 2023 and the last in April 2024.

There is no charge, but charitable donations are invited. There is no need to book; just turn up; take a cup or choose your soup; drink, eat and chat. As regulars know, places are limited and it can get busy; an early appearance may be the wise strategy


Carlops Cuppa and Company (Thursday, February 13th)
Every Thursday afternoon, Carlops Church from 2pm until 4pm houses an informal tea and chat session.  No need to book; come at any time; stay as long as you like; enjoy the company of friends and neighbours.
Skirling Lunch Club (Thursday, February 13th)
For one day each month the Skirling Community hosts lunch in the Skirling Village Hall. Anyone is welcome to come along. This is held on the second Thursday of every month at 12:00.
Monthly talks and a chance to chat hosted by Carlops Church. Talks will take place at 7.30pm on the second Friday of each month.  Suggested donation of £5 to attend a talk.

Friday l4th February, 7.30 pm   Can we slow ageing?   
Professor Tara Spires-Jones will present on developments in understanding the brain and
reversing neurodegeneration. 

Films That Make You Think (Friday, February 14th)
The Parish of Upper Tweeddale presents a series of films with themes or content that 'make you think'. Each film will be followed by a short (30 minute) facilitated discussion allowing people to share their thoughts. The fourth film is in Broughton Village Hall on Friday 14th February 2025 and starts at 7:30. This will be a biblical biographical film ('12' certificate). The film is free (although donations will be welcome) and light refreshments will be provided. 

More information about the programme can be found on the Films That Make You Think web page. For licensing reasons we cannot advertise the name of the film here but you can contact one of the organising team: Neil Robinson, Linda Hill, Peter Worthington, Lesley Craise or Alexis Marr.

Community CoSY Coffee Afternoon (Friday, February 14th)
Our hours are 2pm to 4pm on Fridays, at the Old Church Hall in West Linton. Come along for a chat, cuppa, company and cake! Everyone very welcome, although under 16s need to be accompanied by an adult. Free of charge although donations welcome but not expected. More information from Kate Whalley.
Open Gate Counselling Service (Friday, February 14th)
The Open Gate counselling service is provided in Newlands Centre, Romanno Bridge on Friday afternoons for face-to-face appointments. Appointments can be arranged by phoning or texting 07535 898 244

Use it for yourself or suggest it to friends. Everyone has some sort of problem in their life that could be helped in a relaxed and pleasant way. Sessions remain free and confidential and the client decides when their problem has been helped – often after only 1 session. Some problems can’t be changed eg death of a loved one, physical impairment etc, but folk can be helped to cope more happily with these issues.
Baby Brunch (Friday, February 14th)
Baby brunch is held in West Linton every Friday in the Old Church Hall on the Lower Green during school term time. This is for parents, grandparents, carers or childminders with babies and/or young toddlers.

Gaelic Psalm Singing (Tuesday, February 18th)
Are you interested in learning to sing Psalms in Gaelic?  Rob MacNeacail leads a session in Carlops Church on a Tuesday evening from 7.30pm to 9.30pm. No prior knowledge of Gaelic is needed as the lyrics are learned phonetically. You can email Rob at or just drop by one of the sessions. 

Lamancha Community Cafe (Wednesday, February 19th)
The community cafe run by Lamancha Community Hub is open every Wednesday from 10 am till 2pm and if it's nice weather you can sit outside.
Carlops Cuppa and Company (Thursday, February 20th)
Every Thursday afternoon, Carlops Church from 2pm until 4pm houses an informal tea and chat session.  No need to book; come at any time; stay as long as you like; enjoy the company of friends and neighbours.
Community CoSY Coffee Afternoon (Friday, February 21st)
Our hours are 2pm to 4pm on Fridays, at the Old Church Hall in West Linton. Come along for a chat, cuppa, company and cake! Everyone very welcome, although under 16s need to be accompanied by an adult. Free of charge although donations welcome but not expected. More information from Kate Whalley.
Open Gate Counselling Service (Friday, February 21st)
The Open Gate counselling service is provided in Newlands Centre, Romanno Bridge on Friday afternoons for face-to-face appointments. Appointments can be arranged by phoning or texting 07535 898 244

Use it for yourself or suggest it to friends. Everyone has some sort of problem in their life that could be helped in a relaxed and pleasant way. Sessions remain free and confidential and the client decides when their problem has been helped – often after only 1 session. Some problems can’t be changed eg death of a loved one, physical impairment etc, but folk can be helped to cope more happily with these issues.
Baby Brunch (Friday, February 21st)
Baby brunch is held in West Linton every Friday in the Old Church Hall on the Lower Green during school term time. This is for parents, grandparents, carers or childminders with babies and/or young toddlers.

Carlops Drop-In Coffee (Saturday, February 22nd)
There is a coffee drop-in meeting in Carlops Church on the last Saturday of every month, from 10.30am to 12 noon. Everyone is invited: come and drink coffee, eat scones and cake, chat, enjoy good company. There is no charge, but donations are invited, for pandemic depleted Church funds initially.


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