Scheduled MonumentsScotlandKilchoan, Old Parish Church and graveyard 250m NE of The Manse
Medieval · Old parish church and graveyard 250m ne of the manse

Kilchoan, Old Parish Church and graveyard 250m NE of The Manse

Scotland
HES SM7824
Period
Medieval
Site type
Old parish church and graveyard 250m ne of the manse
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Kilchoan Old Parish Church and graveyard is a medieval religious site situated in Argyllshire, Scotland, approximately 250 metres north-east of The Manse. The church represents a typical example of a parochial foundation from the medieval period, serving as the focal point of spiritual and communal life for the local population. The site comprises both the structural remains of the church building and an associated burial ground, which collectively document the settlement patterns and religious organisation of the region during the medieval era. The graveyard preserves evidence of sustained use over an extended period, reflecting the continuity of ecclesiastical practice in this part of Argyll.

Kilchoan, Old Parish Church and graveyard 250m NE of The Manse is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM7824. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Kilchoan, Old Parish Church and graveyard 250m NE of The Manse?

Kilchoan Old Parish Church and graveyard is a medieval religious site situated in Argyllshire, Scotland, approximately 250 metres north-east of The Manse. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM7824.

What period does Kilchoan, Old Parish Church and graveyard 250m NE of The Manse date from?

Kilchoan, Old Parish Church and graveyard 250m NE of The Manse dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a old parish church and graveyard 250m ne of the manse. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Kilchoan, Old Parish Church and graveyard 250m NE of The Manse?

Kilchoan, Old Parish Church and graveyard 250m NE of The Manse 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 SM7824.

What other scheduled monuments are near Kilchoan, Old Parish Church and graveyard 250m NE of The Manse?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Greadal Fhinn,chambered cairn (0.8 km), Ben Hiant House,cairn 620m S of (0.8 km), Mingary Pier,fort 250m NW of (1.4 km).

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