Scheduled MonumentsScotlandSt Fergus's Church,old parish church
Medieval · Old parish church

St Fergus's Church,old parish church

Scotland
HES SM5622
Period
Medieval
Site type
Old parish church
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

St Fergus's Church is a medieval parish church located in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. The structure dates to the medieval period and represents the religious provision for the local parish community during the Middle Ages. The church survives as a ruined edifice that demonstrates the architectural traditions of medieval Scottish ecclesiastical building. As the former parish church of the area, it holds significance for understanding the ecclesiastical history and settlement patterns of medieval Aberdeenshire.

St Fergus's Church,old parish church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5622. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is St Fergus's Church,old parish church?

St Fergus's Church is a medieval parish church located in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5622.

What period does St Fergus's Church,old parish church date from?

St Fergus's Church,old parish church dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a old parish church. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting St Fergus's Church,old parish church?

St Fergus's Church,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 SM5622.

What other scheduled monuments are near St Fergus's Church,old parish church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Castle Hill,motte SW of Hallmoss Farm (2.5 km), Rattray Line, pill box 80m E of Annachie Bridge (2.5 km), Inverugie Castle (2.8 km).

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