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Arbroath Abbey
Arbroath Abbey
holds a very special place in Scottish history. It was here in 1320 that
Scotland's nobles swore their independence from England in the famous
"Declaration of Arbroath".
Balmerino Abbey
Ruins of a Cistercian
Monastery, founded in 1229. The grounds contain an ancient Spanish chestnut
tree - one of the oldest in the country.
Crossraguel
Abbey
Founded in the early 13th
century by the earl of Carrick. The remains include the church, cloister,
chapter house and much of the domestic premises.
Dryburgh Abbey
Perhaps the most
beautiful of all the border abbeys, the ruins of Dryburgh Abbey are
remarkably complete. The burial place of Sir Walter Scott and Field Marshall
Earl Haig.
Elgin
Cathedral
The superb remains of a
majestic and beautiful 13th Century cathedral. Almost destroyed in 1390 by
Alexander Stewart, the infamous Wolf Of Badenoch. You can see the bishop's
home at Spynie Palace 2 miles north of the town.
Jedburgh Abbey
A majestic building
founded by DavidI in 1138. The visitor centre contains the priceless Jedburgh
Comb and other Artefacts found during excavations.
Melrose Abbey
At one time probably the
richest abbey in Scotland. The 14th to 16th century remains retain a unique
elegance. Burial place of the casket believed to contain the heart
of King Robert the Bruce.
Paisley Abbey
Abbey Close,
Paisley, Renfrewshire
Scotland PA1 1JG
Tel: 0141 889 7654
A 12th Century Cluniac
Abbey open Monday - Saturday 1000 until 1530 and on Sundays for services.
Features include an exhibition centre, royal tombs, stained glass windows,
medieval stone carving, gift shop and cafe.
Pluscarden
Abbey
Pluscarden Abbey,
Elgin, Morayshire,
Scotland IV30 8UA
Tel: 01343 890257
Tour of church interior (Exterior if clement). Possible attendance at
service, talk on the abbey and its life.
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St. Machar Cathedral
The Channory,
Old Aberdeen, Aberdeen
AB24 1RQ
Tel: 01224 485988
The ancient site of
worship at Old Aberdeen was, according to legend, founded circa 580 AD by
Machar, a companion of St Columba of Iona. It became a Cathedral Church in
1131. Entry is free, donations are requested.
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St. Giles Cathedral
Royal Mile,
Edinburgh, Midlothian,
Scotland EH1 1RE
Tel: 0131 225 9442
St Giles' Cathedral dates
from 1120 and is central to the turbulent history of both Edinburgh and
Scotland. The building is still visited by royalty and is notable for its
fine stained glass, magnificent organ and exquisite Thistle Chapel.
The oldest parts of the
present building are the four massive central pillars, thought to date from
about 1120. The church was burnt down in 1385, but was
quickly rebuilt.
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St.
Marys Episcopal Cathedral
Palmerston Place,
Edinburgh, Midlothian,
Scotland EH12 5AW
Tel:
0131 225 6293
Neo-gothic
splendour in classical New Town setting. Choral even-song daily except
Saturday. Father Willis organ. Member of Anglican communion. Sunday services:
0800 Eucharist (said), 1030 sung Eucharist, 1530 choral evensong.
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