The Presbytery of the South West was formed on the 30^th September 2022 by a Union of the former Presbyteries of Ardrossan, Irvine & Kilmarnock, Ayr, Wigtown & Stranraer, Dumfries & Kirkcudbright, and Annandale & Eskdale. It covers an area from the Clyde Islands of Arran and Cumbrae to the English city of Carlisle, by way of large towns such as Kilmarnock, Ayr, and Dumfries and small villages such as Sorn, Dalton and Ballantrae.

The role of the Presbytery of the South West in the national church is to:

• Encourage worship, ministry and mission in the Presbytery area

• Strengthen and support local congregations and their ministries

• Provide oversight of congregations, ministers and elders

Within Presbytery we have been working to implement our Mission Plan which has involved not only the Union of some of our congregations to form new worshipping communities, but also the closure of some of our much loved buildings and the rejuvenation of others. This process has not been easy but we are determined that all our congregations will be well equipped to move forward as we share the Good News of the Gospel, and play our part in God's family here on earth.

As congregational adjustments are finalised, we have been delighted to see a new enthusiasm among our congregations, as Kirk Sessions membership increases and long standing vacancies are advertised.

We have been privileged to welcome new Ministers to our Presbytery, and to benefit from the assistance and experience of some of our retirees who have chosen to remain in the South West.  

With a variety of worship styles on offer, and a warm smile of friendship assured, please visit any (or all?) of our congregations to share praise, fellowship and a warm cup of tea. You will be made most welcome here in South West Scotland.

^{Stranraer Parish Church}

^{Carlingwark Parish Church}

^{Cumbrae Parish Church}