Scheduled MonumentsScotlandKilmory Chapel, MacMillan's Cross & tombstones
Macmillan's cross & tombstones

Kilmory Chapel, MacMillan's Cross & tombstones

Scotland
HES SM90185
Site type
Macmillan's cross & tombstones
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Kilmory Chapel is a site of medieval and early modern ecclesiastical and funerary significance located in Argyllshire, Scotland. The chapel, which dates from the medieval period, stands associated with an important high cross known as MacMillan's Cross and a collection of carved tombstones that reflect the burial practices and commemorative traditions of the region over several centuries. MacMillan's Cross itself represents a notable example of medieval stone carving, characteristic of the sculptural traditions found throughout the Scottish Highlands and Islands. The assemblage of monuments at Kilmory, including both the cross and the surrounding carved stones, documents the sustained use of this burial ground and its importance to local families, particularly the MacMillan kindred, from medieval times through the early modern period.

Kilmory Chapel, MacMillan's Cross & tombstones is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM90185. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Kilmory Chapel, MacMillan's Cross & tombstones?

Kilmory Chapel is a site of medieval and early modern ecclesiastical and funerary significance located in Argyllshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM90185.

Who is responsible for protecting Kilmory Chapel, MacMillan's Cross & tombstones?

Kilmory Chapel, MacMillan's Cross & tombstones 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 SM90185.

What other scheduled monuments are near Kilmory Chapel, MacMillan's Cross & tombstones?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cladh a' Bhile, burial ground and carved stones, 550m SW of Ellary (3.1 km), Eilean Mor, St. Cormac's Cave, Chapel and related remains (3.7 km), Castle Sween (3.8 km).

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