Scheduled MonumentsScotlandAuldearn, old parish chuch
Old parish chuch

Auldearn, old parish chuch

Scotland
HES SM5418
Site type
Old parish chuch
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Auldearn old parish church is a medieval ecclesiastical structure located in Nairnshire, Scotland. The church represents the religious centre of the historic parish of Auldearn and dates from the medieval period, though it has undergone modifications across subsequent centuries. The site reflects the pattern of parish church establishment across the Scottish Lowlands and retains significance as evidence of medieval settlement and spiritual administration in the region. The structure and its associated graveyard document the continuity of Christian worship in Nairnshire from the medieval period onwards.

Auldearn, old parish chuch is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5418. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Auldearn, old parish chuch?

Auldearn old parish church is a medieval ecclesiastical structure located in Nairnshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5418.

Who is responsible for protecting Auldearn, old parish chuch?

Auldearn, old parish chuch 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 SM5418.

What other scheduled monuments are near Auldearn, old parish chuch?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Laikenbuie, cairns 300m SSW of (3.5 km), Rait Castle, enclosure 320m NE of (3.7 km), Higher Hillhead, cairn 715m NNE of (3.9 km).

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