Scheduled MonumentsScotlandEcclesiastical remains and burial grounds, Coldingham
Coldingham

Ecclesiastical remains and burial grounds, Coldingham

Scotland
HES SM13756
Site type
Coldingham
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Ecclesiastical remains and burial grounds, Coldingham is a site of medieval religious significance located in Berwickshire, Scotland, centred upon the ruins of Coldingham Priory. The priory was founded in the early medieval period and developed as an important monastic establishment, with evidence of occupation and religious use extending through the medieval centuries. The site encompasses both structural remains of the priory buildings and an associated burial ground, reflecting its function as a centre of both spiritual authority and community burial practice. The ecclesiastical remains represent a key monument in the religious and social history of the Scottish Borders region during the medieval period.

Ecclesiastical remains and burial grounds, Coldingham is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM13756. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Ecclesiastical remains and burial grounds, Coldingham?

Ecclesiastical remains and burial grounds, Coldingham is a site of medieval religious significance located in Berwickshire, Scotland, centred upon the ruins of Coldingham Priory. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM13756.

Who is responsible for protecting Ecclesiastical remains and burial grounds, Coldingham?

Ecclesiastical remains and burial grounds, Coldingham 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 SM13756.

What other scheduled monuments are near Ecclesiastical remains and burial grounds, Coldingham?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Chester Hill,fort and cultivation terraces (7.5 km), Taprobane, palisaded enclosure 970m SE of (7.7 km), Catch-a-penny House, settlement 135m SSW of (7.9 km).

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