Church History

The Rev. William Corrin (the Vicar from 1824 to 1859) started church services in a local farmhouse at Cregneish and these continued until the villagers felt that they would like a church of their own.

The foundation stone was laid by Mrs EM Gawne in 1878 (who also donated the land).

A later vicar, the Rev. John Duffield in his book ‘A History of Kirk Christ Rushen’, recorded that ‘the building cost £150 which seems an absurdly small amount until we realise that to the building, the people of Cregneish gave their time and labour”.

During its early years the building served a dual purpose of being the local village school during the week, and holding Church services on a Sunday.

St. Peter’s is the smallest of our churches, seating around 50 people. With its picturesque backdrop and stunning views this makes it the perfect location for small and intimate gatherings.