The Rev Douglas Hamilton was ordained and inducted as the minister of Traprain Parish on Thursday 8th September 2022. His previous career was mainly in the voluntary sector, leading organisations such as Save the Children (Scotland) and the RS Macdonald Charitable Trust. Douglas has also served in various advisory roles for government, including as Chair of the Poverty and Inequality Commission in Scotland.
Telephone: 07831 657854
Email: dhamilton@churchofscotland.org.uk
Bill Stevenson was appointed as Session Clerk in 2021. His key duties include liaising with the minister and looking after Kirk Session meetings and business. He has been a member of the congregation for over 30 years. Bill is also a member of the Presbytery of Lothian and the Borders and various other charities.
Email: sessionclerk@parishoftraprain.org.uk
Lesley Kelly – Parish Administrator
A member of our congregation, Lesley joined the staff as Parish Administrator in March 2025 and supports the day-to-day life of our three churches: Prestonkirk, Stenton and Athelstaneford.
Lesley is the first point of contact for inquiries related to church activities, bookings, membership, communications, website and Facebook content, and general administration. She also maintains the Parish Roll and acts as the Parish Data Protection Officer.
If you would like access to visit any of our Churches, please get in touch; she will be happy to arrange this for you.
Office Hours: Monday–Thursday, 9:00 am–2:00 pm
Email: admin@parishoftraprain.org.uk
Lesley also hosts Blether & Brew at Prestonkirk Stables on Thursday mornings, so feel free to drop in and see her there for a chat and a cup of tea or coffee.
Whether you have a question, an idea, or simply need some help finding the right person, she would be delighted to hear from you.
If you have a query, wish to make a booking, or are not sure who to contact, please use our Contact Us form, available here.