In 1601 the Church Of Scotland General Assembly was held here and it was during this King James VI first proposed a new translation of the bible - this led to the publication of the King James version in 1611.
If the church is open it is well worth a look inside - it is pretty unusual as it’s square, comprising a square "nave" surrounded by four "aisles". Above each of the aisles is a gallery, giving the church a large capacity for its size. The main structure is supported by four vast stone columns, one at each corner of the nave. The focus of the church lies at its centre with a high pulpit.
Restoration work in recent years means the interior of the church is probably in better condition today than at any time in its past. From the highly ornate ceiling to the preserved woodwork, the crests of the guilds who sat in different parts of the church and the many reminders that the church has always served a community which depended on the sea for its livelihood.
If the church is closed have a look through the gates. The gates celebrate the 400th anniversary of the church in 1992.
Also have a look at the remains of the building directly beside the cache site. These are the remnants of the Old Free Church. Notice the stairway remains on the side of the house. The Free Church was destroyed in a fire over 25 years ago.
Area can be busy - especially on a Sunday 
but the church hall next to the church is also used by various clubs and groups so can be busy most days.