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. Currently we are without a minister but you can find out about where we are on our journey in our Ministry Update page.
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.
Church Survey 2026
We're very keen to hear what YOU think of the church. To this end we have launched our 2026 Church Survey. You will find hard copies of our questionnaire in our churches and in Broughton Village Hall, but you can also participate in the survey online by clicking here. The questionnaire only takes a couple of minutes to complete. Regardless of your background of experience of church we would love to hear from you.
If the church is all new to you but you would like to hear more about faith and Christianity then we also have a page that will help you to explore the Next Steps that are open to you.
Forthcoming Events: (click on the heading to view more information if available)
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.
Our hours are 2pm to 4pm on Fridays, at the Old Church Hall in West Linton. Come
along for a chat, cuppa, biscuits and occasionally cake! Everyone very welcome,
although under 16s need to be accompanied by an adult. Well behaved dogs welcome. Free of
charge although donations welcome but not expected.
The Open Gate
counselling service is provided on Friday afternoons from 2pm to 5pm 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.
Come and Pray with us. Join us on the first and third Mondays of the month at 10.00 am in the small meetihg room at the back of Broughton Village Hall (entry by the ramp next to the entrance to the car park). Each session lasts one hour and includes prayer and discussion.
We are currently praying using contemplative prayer inspired by the Gospel of Thomas.
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.
Tea, home baking and chatting with friends in the Old Church Hall, West Linton
Guid Blethers is about enjoying the company of old and new friends by sharing interests and skills together. Our programme has varying topics of local interest with speakers and other activities.
This is held in Carlops Church on the second Wednesday of every month throughput the Winter (except December) until further notice. Times are 12.30 to 2.00pm.
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
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.
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.
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.
Our hours are 2pm to 4pm on Fridays, at the Old Church Hall in West Linton. Come
along for a chat, cuppa, biscuits and occasionally cake! Everyone very welcome,
although under 16s need to be accompanied by an adult. Well behaved dogs welcome. Free of
charge although donations welcome but not expected.
The Open Gate
counselling service is provided on Friday afternoons from 2pm to 5pm 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.
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.
All are welcome to the Coffee Club from 10 to 12am on the third Tuesday of every month in the Old Church Hall, West Linton. Free hot drinks and cakes! This is run by the Citizens Advice Bureau and funded by Scottish Ministers in conjunction with Scottish Borders Council as the Lead Partner for the Local Action Group.
Click on the church names or church symbols to go to the pages for those churches
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.
The Open Gate
counselling service is provided on Friday afternoons from 2pm to 5pm for
face-to-face appointments. Appointments can be arranged by phoning or texting 07535 898 244
This is held in Carlops Church on the second Wednesday of every month throughput the Winter (except December) until further notice. Times are 12.30 to 2.00pm. 
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.
