Scheduled MonumentsScotlandSt Fillan's or Forgan Church

St Fillan's or Forgan Church

Scotland
HES SM5643
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Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

St Fillan's Church, Forgan is a medieval parish church situated in Fife, Scotland, with origins traceable to the early medieval period. The church is dedicated to Saint Fillan, an important figure in Scottish ecclesiastical history associated with the region. The surviving structure exhibits characteristics typical of medieval Scottish church architecture, though the building has undergone various modifications and repairs throughout its history. The site holds significance within the local religious and settlement history of Fife, reflecting the enduring importance of this parish church from its medieval establishment through later centuries.

St Fillan's or Forgan Church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5643. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is St Fillan's or Forgan Church?

St Fillan's Church, Forgan is a medieval parish church situated in Fife, Scotland, with origins traceable to the early medieval period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5643.

Who is responsible for protecting St Fillan's or Forgan Church?

St Fillan's or Forgan 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 SM5643.

What other scheduled monuments are near St Fillan's or Forgan Church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Leuchars Castle, enclosures 700m N of (3 km), Leuchars Castle, unenclosed settlement 320m NNE of (3.6 km), Leuchars Castle, settlement 200m and 400m W of and 240m WNW of (3.8 km).

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