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We need to raise £35,000 by the middle of July 2025, to secure Bedrule Church for future community use.

Bedrule Church is deeply rooted in Rulewaters’ history, but will soon be sold.

Were it turned into a house, a business, an unsympathetic religious or social venue, or if it were neglected into ruin, the community would lose all agency in who could access it and how it is used. Our grassroots group - Bedrule Church Future (BCF) - believes strongly that the people of Rulewater and those whose families have roots here, should remain in control.

We want to purchase the church to ensure its’ continued use for community events and worship, as a cultural and historical archive, and for weddings, baptisms and funerals.

We are “preferred bidders” until the end of July 2025, when the Church of Scotland will place the building on the open market for sale to the highest bidder.

We must raise £35,000 to secure the building and cover purchase fees, and a further £15,000 to move in and keep it running for the first year.

Please help us raise the required funds by donating what you can, and help us retain this wonderful place for today's community and future generations.

Thank you for your support!

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