Scheduled MonumentsScotlandAbdie Old Kirk

Abdie Old Kirk

Scotland
HES SM825
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Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Abdie Old Kirk is a medieval parish church situated in Fife, Scotland. The building dates from the medieval period and represents a modest example of parochial ecclesiastical architecture. The kirk served the local community as the principal place of worship for the parish of Abdie. The structure survives as a testament to medieval religious provision in rural Fife, though like many Scottish parish churches of its age, it experienced modifications and eventual abandonment as ecclesiastical practices and settlement patterns evolved.

Abdie Old Kirk is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM825. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Abdie Old Kirk?

Abdie Old Kirk is a medieval parish church situated in Fife, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM825.

Who is responsible for protecting Abdie Old Kirk?

Abdie Old Kirk is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic Environment Scotland — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Scotland. The official designation reference is SM825.

What other scheduled monuments are near Abdie Old Kirk?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Drumtenant, enclosures & unenclosed settlement 380m WNW of (7.9 km), Lathrisk House, settlement 300m WNW of (7.9 km), Drumtenant, enclosures 720m W of (8 km).

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