Historic churches in Scotland (A - D)

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Durness, Highlands and Islands Balnakeil Bay Church Ruined church dating to 8th century. Contains tomb of Donald MacLeod, responsible for 18 deaths. Durness , Highlands and Islands , Scotland Location: on A838 at the Bay by Durness OS map reference: NC388685 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Deerness, Highlands and Islands Brough of Deerness The remains of a 10th century chapel in a spectacular headland setting on the eastern tip of Deerness. Some debate exists whether the site is that of a Norse settlement, early Christian monastery, or Iron Age promontory fort. The Brough has been a traditional site of pilgrimage for centuries. The setting could hardly be more spectacular; the Brough is accessible only by way of a steep path up the side of the Brough from Little Burrageo, but your exertion is well rewarded with fabulous views and the company of seabirds by the hundreds. Mull Head , Deerness , Highlands and Islands , Scotland Location: Parking lot for Mull Head nature reserve, off a minor road signposted from the B9050. The path from the parking lot follows the coast to the Brough of Deerness. OS map reference: HY595088 Photo: David Ross and Britain Express Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Linlithgow, Lothian Location map Church of St Michael 15th century Gothic with later alterations, one of the largest and finest medieval churches. West end tower with spire built in 1964. Original south porch with oriel window. Plain interior with stained glass. Linlithgow , Lothian , Scotland , EH49 7AL Location: on A803 OS map reference: NT001772 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Stirling, Central Scotland Location map Church of the Holy Rude Scottish Gothic style. Built in stages, oldest part from early 15th century. Nave has 15th century timberwork roof. Massive exterior with buttresses between the great windows. James VI was crowned here in 1567, and John Knox preached the sermon. Stirling , Central Scotland , Scotland , FK8 1ED Location: M9/A9 OS map reference: NS791936 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Cockburnspath, Borders Cockburnspath Parish Church Unusual round tower in the west gable and sundial. Cockburnspath , Borders , Scotland Location: on A1 OS map reference: NT77447105 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Peebles, Borders Cross Kirk Nave and west tower of Trinitarian Friary. Late 13th century. Peebles , Borders , Scotland Location: on A72 Historic Scotland OS map reference: NT250407 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Cullen, Grampian Location map Cullen Old Kirk 16th century church with fine stone carvings. Old Church Road , Cullen , Grampian , Scotland , AB56 4XW Location: on A98 OS map reference: NJ506663 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Macduff, Grampian Doune Church Unusual clock tower with only 3 of the 4 sides having faces. Macduff , Grampian , Scotland Location: on A98 OS map reference: NN728015 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Dunblane, Central Scotland Dunblane Cathedral Restored cathedral now used as parish church. Founded about 1150 by David I. 12th century tower, beautifully designed west front, 210 ft. long interior with simple, soaring lines. Great window with tree of Jesse, carved stalls, wooden barrel vaulted roof. Outstanding choir area and 15th century stalls, Lady Chapel. Dean's House contains a museum. Dunblane , Central Scotland , Scotland Location: N Stirling on B8033, just off M9 Historic Scotland OS map reference: NN782014 Photo: Barbara Ballard Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Dunkeld, Central Scotland Dunkeld Cathedral Riverside setting with roofless 15th century nave (Gothic tower) and 14th century choir. Small museum on local history. Dunkeld , Central Scotland , Scotland Location: on A923 Historic Scotland OS map reference: NO023425 Photo: Barbara Ballard Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering