OUR EXCITING Development
This has been an exciting couple of years for the Church. In 2021 we undertook the redevelopment of our church buildings and our new spaces will be opened in summer 2024!
Groomsport Presbyterian Church
We're so thrilled
The Congregation of Groomsport Presbyterian Church is delighted to announce the official opening of their new welcome area and refurbished coffee bar, “The Hub”, a project that began in 2021 and has just been completed.
“We want this facility to be a place where all are welcome in the name of the Lord Jesus. I really hope that as many as possible will join us for a weekend of celebration and gratitude as we unveil these wonderful new facilities.”
Rev Paul Dalzell
take a look
See our new spaces finished and ready to be enjoyed.
take a look
See our new spaces finished and ready to be enjoyed.
our new development
the hub
The Minister of Groomsport Presbyterian Church, Rev Paul Dalzell, outlines the exciting developments on view:
The Minister of Groomsport Presbyterian Church, Rev Paul Dalzell, outlines the exciting developments on view:
“The new entrance foyer is a large, glass fronted, welcoming space with tables and seating, that will allow people to meet and mingle. The centrepiece of the refurbishment is The Hub, featuring stunning floor-to-ceiling glass walls that offer a splendid view of the scenic harbour, the sea, and the Copeland Islands beyond.”
“The whole Hub area is a remarkable design which blends the natural beauty of Groomsport’s environment, while at the same time offering a spacious area that will be a real step up for many of the church and community’s diverse activities.”
“The Hub is intended to be a central venue for various coffee mornings and events for all ages such as Kidszone, the Boys’ Brigade, Girl Guides, through to adult organisations such as the Bible Study group, Presbyterian Women, the Leisure Group, Bowling Club, and Badminton Club. This new facility will greatly benefit the congregational organisations and activities, along with community gatherings.”
Commenting on the original facilities, Rev Dalzell said: “The original coffee bar was opened in 1978 and served the congregation well for nearly 50 years. We are so thankful to have this facility enlarged and updated to 21st-century standards. With the new design set in such a beautiful location, we trust that it will serve the congregation and the community very well for many years to come.”
Rev Dalzell also underlined that he hoped and prayed that, through imaginative use of the facilities, the Hub will further fulfil the church’s mission to be a welcoming community of God’s people, hearing and sharing God’s Word, and reflecting his unconditional love
The Build
Our much-loved but dated building being redeveloped step by step.
The Build
Our much-loved but dated building being redeveloped step by step.
Groomsport Presbyterian Church
With thanks to everyone who madE this possible
We would like to convey the thanks to all those who have carried out our building development project.
Judith Hamilton and Brian Knox of Knox and Markwell our architects and advisors from planning to completion. Chris Black from Structural Design & Detailing Ltd and Colin McRoberts from Hastings & Baird, Chartered Quantity Surveyors, Leslie Simpson & Les Crawford of Simpson & Crawford, Mechanical & Electrical Consultants and Ian Patton Painter and Decorator for all their work and input into the building project. Also, thanks to the many other sub-contractors who contributed their skills and expertise.
Thanks to Andrew Wishart & David Graham from Wishart Contracts Ltd, our main contractor who co-ordinated and fulfilled the contract and were on site throughout the building work.
We look forward to welcoming you!
There are many within the congregation who have given much of their time and talents in property matters, finance and interior design. We note particular thanks to Lowry Manson, Chris Thompson, Ian McDonald, Elaine Nixon-Shepherd, Ann Williams, our Property and Finance Committees and McCaw Trust Trustees for all their additional work.
We especially owe thanks to the McCaw Trust Fund which enabled us to undertake and finance this project.
We now pray that the new building and facilities will be a blessing to our church, the wider community and for the extension of Kingdom of God.
To God be the Glory.
We look forward to welcoming you!
BEFORE...
OUR EXCITING Development
This has been an exciting couple of years for the Church. In 2021 we undertook the redevelopment of our church buildings and our new spaces will be opened in summer 2024!
Judith Hamilton and Brian Knox of Knox and Markwell our architects and advisors from planning to completion. Chris Black from Structural Design & Detailing Ltd and Colin McRoberts from Hastings & Baird, Chartered Quantity Surveyors, Leslie Simpson & Les Crawford of Simpson & Crawford, Mechanical & Electrical Consultants and Ian Patton Painter and Decorator for all their work and input into the building project. Also, thanks to the many other sub-contractors who contributed their skills and expertise.
Thanks to Andrew Wishart & David Graham from Wishart Contracts Ltd, our main contractor who co-ordinated and fulfilled the contract and were on site throughout the building work.