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Edinburgh Live
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Robyn Belll

Midlothian church made famous by Burke and Hare to be sold due to lack of worshippers

An historic church in Midlothian is set to be sold off as parishes are merged to cope with dwindling congregations.

Built in 1742, Newton Parish Church became a focal point and easily recognisable landmark in the Danderhall mining village.

Many locals reacted with shock and disappointment as news of the closure spread but Church of Scotland bosses told Edinburgh Live the sale is "necessary".

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