About St Monans Auld Kirk Enterprise
St Monans Auld Kirk Enterprise
Preserving our Heritage for the Community
St Monans Auld Kirk Enterprise (SMAKE) is a dedicated community organisation, formed in 2024, committed to preserving the rich history and heritage of the Auld Kirk in St Monans and making sure it remains open to everyone. As custodians of this historic landmark, our mission is to celebrate its cultural significance, ensure its preservation for future generations, and create a space where the community and visitors can come together and connect with its legacy.
Our Acquisition: A New Chapter
SMAKE is currently in the process of acquiring the Auld Kirk, with the aim of completing the acquisition in 2025. This milestone represents a collective effort to protect this historic site and ensure its continued role as a place of inspiration, learning, and community engagement.
Thanks to the support of local residents, generous donors, and dedicated volunteers, we now embark on a journey to breathe new life into the Kirk while honouring its past.
St Monans Auld Kirk Enterprise
Our Journey So Far
Since 2022 when the Church of Scotland shared its plans to sell The Auld Kirk, we have made significant progress towards purchasing it for the community.
Thanks to funding from The Architectural Heritage Fund, The Scottish Land Fund, other funders, donors and local business, we have now have a full business plan, architectural concept and costed surveys for the repairs.
In April 2025 we were awarded Scottish Land Fund Phase 2 funding to purchase the building, and since then have continued to consult our community about the future of the Auld Kirk and advance plans to properly repair and upgrade it for a long- term sustainable future.
Please follow these links to access our current Architectural Concept designs, Conservation Statement and Business Plan. We have also commissioned other technical reports and surveys during our development work; please get in touch should you have any questions or comments.
Get Involved
The future of the Auld Kirk depends on the support and enthusiasm of our community. The more community support, ie members, we have, the easier it is for funders to get behind the project.
Here’s how you can help:
- Become A Member: Join the membership of SMAKE using the membership form provided.
- Volunteer: Join our team and assist with events, tours, or maintenance projects.
- Donate: Every contribution helps us preserve this historic landmark.
- Spread the Word: Share our story and encourage others to visit and support the Auld Kirk.
