Scheduled MonumentsScotlandLasswade old parish church

Lasswade old parish church

Scotland
HES SM5673
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Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Lasswade old parish church is a medieval ecclesiastical site located in Midlothian, Scotland. The church has origins in the medieval period and served as the parish church for the local community, though the surviving structure reflects later modifications and rebuilding campaigns typical of Scottish parish churches. The site retains physical evidence of its historical use through its architectural fabric and associated churchyard, which contains burials spanning several centuries. The church exemplifies the pattern of medieval religious provision in the Scottish Lowlands, where parish churches formed the focus of local spiritual and community life.

Lasswade old parish church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5673. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Lasswade old parish church?

Lasswade old parish church is a medieval ecclesiastical site located in Midlothian, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5673.

Who is responsible for protecting Lasswade old parish church?

Lasswade old parish church 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 SM5673.

What other scheduled monuments are near Lasswade old parish church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Rosslyn Chapel, burial ground, buried remains of nave and remains of St Matthew's Church, Roslin (4.2 km), Rosslyn Castle, Roslin (4.4 km), Capielaw, enclosed settlement (4.4 km).

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