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First Derry Presbyterian Church

  •   Upper Magazine Street, Derry City

Classical style church. Large pediment supported by 4 giant order Corinthian columns, balustrade either side. Three large double doors with fanlights and keystones, date-stone above central one, from an earlier church. One square-topped window either side with keystone, 5 rounded-arch windows on first floor with keystone. Large pilasters at ends of façade. Front façade is Giffnock Sandstone, sides and rear are schist with local sandstone dressing

Stone Information

  • Stone Type Category :
  • Primary Stone:
  • Secondary Stone:
  • Other Stone Type:
  • Stonework Construction:
    Coursed plain ashlar
  • Condition Assessment (QUB):
    Stage 1 – A façade in this condition will only require localised remedial treatment concentrating on individual blocks. Stage 1 classification may also indicate that no intervention is needed with only periodic re-assessment of the façade is recommended.
  • OS Irish Grid (Easting):
    243331
  • OS Irish Grid (Northing):
    416681

Architect Information

  • Building Type:
  • Date of construction:
    1780/1903
  • Architect:
    W.E. Pinkerton (LA)
  • Listing:
    B+
  • HB/SMR Ref:
    HB01/19/015A
  • 2nd survey by EHS:
    Yes

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