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.
Forthcoming Events: (click on the heading to view more information if available)
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.
As part of the St. Andrew's Summer Maintenance Programme we are planning to repaint the railings round the manse. Since the manse is a shared resource any help from the wider Linkage would be appreciated. We plan to do this work, weather permitting, on Saturday 5 and 12 July.
Come and pray with us for and about the future of Broughton Kirk. We meet from 9.45 a.m. to 10.45 a.m. on the the third Monday of each month at Broughton Village Hall.
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.
Every Thursday afternoon, Carlops Church from 2.30pm until 4.30pm 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.
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.
As part of the St. Andrew's Summer Maintenance Programme we are planning to repaint the railings round the manse. Since the manse is a shared resource any help from the wider Linkage would be appreciated. We plan to do this work, weather permitting, on Saturday 5 and 12 July.
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.
Wanderings is a relatively new project being run in partnership with the Church of Scotland parish of Upper Tweeddale. We currently meet twice a month, once on a Saturday afternoon and once on Thursday or Wednesday mornings followed by an option to join in a community cuppa. If you would like to join a Wander just turn up at Broughtonknowe woods main carpark with warm, waterproof clothing and stout boots with good grip.
The wandering for Saturday 26th July starts at 2.30pm.
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.
As part of the St. Andrew's Summer Maintenance Programme we are planning to repaint the railings round the manse. Since the manse is a shared resource any help from the wider Linkage would be appreciated. We plan to do this work, weather permitting, on Saturday 5 and 12 July.
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.
Every Thursday afternoon, Carlops Church from 2.30pm until 4.30pm 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.
This August marks the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. To commemorate the anniversary event and to demonstrate the Churches' witness for peace and disarmament, an ecumenical vigil will be held outside Faslane naval based from 10.30am to 12noon on Saturday 2 August 2025. The Moderator, the Rt Rev Rosie Frew, will be present and will speak, alongside leaders from the Catholic Church, Episcopal Church and Iona Community.
To make it easier for people to attend, free transport is being provided by Justice & Peace Scotland and the Church of Scotland.
Edinburgh pick-up: Waterloo Place (beside Waverley Station), departing 7.45am.
Glasgow pick-up: Gordon Street (outside Central Station), departing 9.15am.
To book your free seat, please email: office@justiceandpeacescotland.org.uk
Include the following details: your name; your pick-up location (Edinburgh or Glasgow); the number of seats you'd like to reserve
Every Thursday afternoon, Carlops Church from 2.30pm until 4.30pm 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.
Wanderings is a relatively new project being run in partnership with the Church of Scotland parish of Upper Tweeddale. We currently meet twice a month, once on a Saturday afternoon and once on Thursday or Wednesday mornings followed by an option to join in a community cuppa. If you would like to join a Wander just turn up at Broughtonknowe woods main carpark with warm, waterproof clothing and stout boots with good grip. 
This August marks the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. To commemorate the anniversary event and to demonstrate the Churches' witness for peace and disarmament, an ecumenical vigil will be held outside Faslane naval based from 10.30am to 12noon on Saturday 2 August 2025. The Moderator, the Rt Rev Rosie Frew, will be present and will speak, alongside leaders from the Catholic Church, Episcopal Church and Iona Community. 
