Scheduled MonumentsScotlandAuldcathie Church

Auldcathie Church

Scotland
HES SM5610
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Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Auldcathie Church is a medieval parish church located in Linlithgowshire, Scotland. The structure dates to the medieval period and represents a typical example of Scottish parish ecclesiastical architecture from that era. The church is recorded in the historical and archaeological record as a significant religious monument that served the local community. Its designation as a scheduled monument reflects its importance to the understanding of medieval religious settlement and organisation in the West Lothian region.

Auldcathie Church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5610. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Auldcathie Church?

Auldcathie Church is a medieval parish church located in Linlithgowshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5610.

Who is responsible for protecting Auldcathie Church?

Auldcathie Church 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 SM5610.

What other scheduled monuments are near Auldcathie Church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Faucheldean,shale bing,Winchburgh (2 km), Niddry Farm,enclosure SW of (2.4 km), Greendykes,shale bing,Broxburn (2.5 km).

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