St Andrews was designed by architect Cyril Blacket from the well known Blacket family who designed many churches and
cathedrals. The foundation stone was laid 9th November 1881 and completed and dedicated on 23rd June 1892. The tower
was added in 1899/1900 with the whole cost being donated by Robert Maddrell of Bedervale. During World War 2 the tower was
the official lookout for the air wardens.
St Andrews is built of granite hewn from around Braidwood.
Gargoyles can be seen on St Andrews which are a rarity on country churches.
St Andrews has a pipe organ with 665 pipes built by Mr W G Rendell (1853-1934), installed and commissioned in 1904
and rebuilt in 1975 by L S Waters of Adelaide. The organ still remains the most original sample of Rendell's work in New South
Wales. An organ recital with guest organists is held each year in memory of Ralph Green organist for many years.
The church is open daily and visitors are welcome at all times.
Quilters Weekend Display
Each year the Braidwood Quilters Group hosts a Quilting Extravaganza (Airing of the Quilts) on the 4th weekend in November.
Members of St Andrews present a magnificent display of quilts in the church with a different theme each year-well worth a
visit.
