Scheduled MonumentsScotlandInsch Old Parish Church and associated memorials

Insch Old Parish Church and associated memorials

Scotland
HES SM3004
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Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Insch Old Parish Church is a medieval parish church located in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, with origins likely dating to the medieval period, though the present structure reflects later phases of construction and renovation. The church stands as a testament to the religious and community life of the parish over several centuries, serving as the focal point for worship and burial in the locality. Associated memorials and gravestones surrounding the church provide evidence of local history and commemorate notable inhabitants of the parish. The site remains an important archaeological and historical record of ecclesiastical settlement and parochial organisation in rural Aberdeenshire.

Insch Old Parish Church and associated memorials is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM3004. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Insch Old Parish Church and associated memorials?

Insch Old Parish Church is a medieval parish church located in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, with origins likely dating to the medieval period, though the present structure reflects later phases of construction and renovation. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM3004.

Who is responsible for protecting Insch Old Parish Church and associated memorials?

Insch Old Parish Church and associated memorials 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 SM3004.

What other scheduled monuments are near Insch Old Parish Church and associated memorials?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Tillymuick,settlement (4 km), Berry Hill,enclosure 600m SW of Bogend (4.5 km), Loanend,stone circle,200m N of (4.8 km).

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