The Naveat Firmstone

Our Story

A church reborn for the next gathering

In 1880, Harry Firmstone built a church for the people of the Longdale Furnace Iron Company. A careful restoration is giving it a second life — as an intimate venue for the moments that matter most.

The History

Built in 1880, restored for today

Harry Firmstone raised this church for a growing mountain town, and for generations it anchored the community. Time eventually emptied the pews — but never dimmed the bones of the building.

Our restoration preserves what made it special: historic charm, soaring mahogany ceilings, and the original heart-pine woodwork. What changes is its purpose — a place gathered around celebration rather than service.

The restored sanctuaryPhotography coming soon

What makes it special

Honest architecture, intimate scale

The Architecture

Historic charm, soaring mahogany ceilings, and original woodwork — preserved, not reinvented.

The Setting

Tucked into Clifton Forge in the Longdale Furnace area, minutes from Firmstone Manor.

The Intimacy

Built for up to 75 guests — a room where every face is one you know.

“A building this honest doesn’t need much — just good light, good people, and a reason to gather.”

The Firmstone Family

Come see it

Tour the nave in person

Photos only say so much. We’d love to show you the light through the arches and talk through your day.

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