Scheduled MonumentsScotlandHaddington, St. Martin's Kirk
St. martin's kirk

Haddington, St. Martin's Kirk

Scotland
HES SM90159
Site type
St. martin's kirk
Nation
Scotland
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

St Martin's Kirk in Haddington is a medieval parish church of East Lothian that served as the principal place of worship for the burgh. The church dates primarily from the fourteenth and fifteenth centuries, with evidence of earlier medieval construction, and represents an important example of Scottish burgh ecclesiastical architecture. The building exhibits characteristics typical of late medieval Scottish kirks, including a substantial stone structure designed to serve the spiritual and communal needs of Haddington's inhabitants. The church has undergone various modifications and restorations over subsequent centuries, reflecting its continued importance within the town's religious and civic life.

Haddington, St. Martin's Kirk is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM90159. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Haddington, St. Martin's Kirk?

St Martin's Kirk in Haddington is a medieval parish church of East Lothian that served as the principal place of worship for the burgh. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM90159.

Who is responsible for protecting Haddington, St. Martin's Kirk?

Haddington, St. Martin's 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 SM90159.

What other scheduled monuments are near Haddington, St. Martin's Kirk?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Swallow Cleugh,palisaded enclosure (8 km), Newlands,enclosure 500m S of (9.3 km), Ewingston,enclosure 200m WNW of (9.3 km).

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