Scheduled MonumentsScotlandSt Apolinaris' Chapel and burial ground

St Apolinaris' Chapel and burial ground

Scotland
HES SM12118
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Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

St Apolinaris' Chapel and burial ground is a medieval religious monument situated in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. The site comprises the remains of a chapel dedicated to Saint Apolinaris, a saint venerated particularly in continental Europe, alongside an associated burial ground that served the local community. The monument dates from the medieval period, reflecting the widespread establishment of small chapels and burial places across Scotland during the Middle Ages. The site represents an important example of local religious provision and funerary practice in rural Aberdeenshire during this era.

St Apolinaris' Chapel and burial ground is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM12118. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is St Apolinaris' Chapel and burial ground?

St Apolinaris' Chapel and burial ground is a medieval religious monument situated in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM12118.

Who is responsible for protecting St Apolinaris' Chapel and burial ground?

St Apolinaris' Chapel and burial ground 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 SM12118.

What other scheduled monuments are near St Apolinaris' Chapel and burial ground?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Deer's Den, roundhouses 195m and 250m S of (5.4 km), Castle of Hallforest (5.5 km), Lang Stane o'Craigearn, standing stone 50m N of Littlewood Cottage (6 km).

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