get to know us
About us
Broxburn and Uphall Parish Church of Scotland is situated in the West Lothian towns of Broxburn and Uphall and includes the neighbouring village of Ecclesmachan and surrounding rural areas.
One of two church of Scotland parishes in the area, Broxburn and Uphall Parish lies about 5 miles west of Edinburgh City boundary and a similar distance north of Livingston Town Centre and was formed in 2025 as a union of the two former parishes of Strathbrock Parish and Broxburn Parish.
Services
Weekly Sunday services are held at 9.45a.m. and 11.00 at our two buildings – Find out more
Who’s Who – meet the team
Learn about the minister and trustees, see how the church is run by our teams of volunteers – Find out more
Life Events
The Church of Scotland plays an essential role in providing worship and spiritual guidance for key life events, from child blessings and baptisms to marriage and funerals – Find out more
Church Life
Here at Broxburn and Uphall Parish we have many social and spiritual groups, covering all ages, where you can mix, enjoy fellowship and grow within our community – find out more
Our History
We have a long and rich history here in West Lothian. Read the history of our two buildings – Broxburn church and St Nicholas church – find out more
A Month of Sundays
Services
As a Christian church within the Presbytery of West Lothian, we seek to serve the whole community, offering opportunities for worship, ministry and service throughout the year. We offer Baptisms, Weddings and Funerals for the community and would welcome anyone wishing to make use of the Church Buildings.
You are most welcome to join us for Sunday worship in either of our two fine historic churches. For more info about worship services, please contact the minister, Rev. Hanneke Janse van Vuren on hjansevanvuren@churchofscotland.org.uk
The people
Meet the team at Broxburn and Uphall Parish
| CLICK NAME TO EMAIL | POSITION | PHONE |
|---|---|---|
| Rev Hanneke Hall | Minister. (On Maternity Leave) | |
| Rev A. Scott Marshall | Interim Moderator | |
| Lynne McEwan | Co-Session Clerk | 07933 352935 |
| David McWilliams | Co-Session Clerk | 07468 481281 |
| Office | Church Office | 01506 856433 |
| Mike Stears | Treasurer | |
| Church of Scotland | 121 George St, Edinburgh | 0131 225 5722 |
PARISH MINISTER
Rev. Hanneke Janse van Vuren
Co-Session Clerk
Lynne McEwen
Treasurer
Mike Stears
Life Events
Looking for information on getting married, having your child baptised or arranging a funeral?
The Church of Scotland plays an essential role in providing worship and spiritual guidance for key life events, from child blessings and baptisms to marriage and funerals.
Baptisms
We have prepared a leaflet for parents wishing to have their child baptised – download it here. Parents who wish to baptise their child should in the first instance contact Revd Hanneke Janse van Vuren either by phone (01506 206045) or email (hjansevanvuren@churchofscotland.org.uk.
Getting Married
For most people, the decision to marry and the choice of whom to marry is the most important decision they are ever likely to make. We have prepared a leaflet with information on getting married in church – download it here
Funerals
Through its parish system and territorial ministry the Church of Scotland seeks to serve all the people of Scotland and not just the membership of the Church.
If you need to make arrangements for a funeral please contact the office telephone 01506 856433
