Abbeys & priories · Scottish Highlands
Convent Buildings, Convent of Mercy, Abbey Street, Elgin
In or near Longmorn.
Convent Buildings, Convent of Mercy, Abbey Street, Elgin — category A listed building-listed abbey in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Elgin · 0.6 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit the Convent Buildings, Convent of Mercy, located at Abbey Street, Elgin, use the postcode IV30 1DA for sat-nav directions. The nearest railway station is Elgin, which is 0.6 km away. Accessibility is limited for wheelchair users.
About
Convent Buildings, Convent of Mercy, Abbey Street, Elgin is a category A listed building-listed abbey in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom, registered on the Historic Environment Scotland register (entry LB30682). Listed status protects buildings and structures of special architectural or historic interest. See the linked Wikipedia article for further details.
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Heritage listing
Category A Date Added 26/01/1971 Local Authority Moray Planning Authority Moray Burgh Elgin NGR NJ 21943 62746 Coordinates 321943, 862746 — Late 15th century core, restored 1896. John Kinross, architect. H-plan range abutting S wall of church, which forms N wall of small quadrangle; U-plan court to S. 2 storeys and attic; random rubble, ashlar dressings; Caithness slate roof, billet moulding to all chimneyheads; 3 swept dormers. INTERIOR: square cloister range, partially glazed, abuts chapel. — Ecclesiastical buildings in use as such. Greyfriars founded 1479 on site of previous Franciscan convent. Owned by General Stewart King of Lesmurdie during 19th century; sold to Sisters of Mercy 1891; restored by Marquess of Bute; completed by his son, Lord Colum Crichton Stuart. Former Item 2 (1981 Revised List)
From Historic Environment Scotland under OGL v3.
Official information
Elgin Museum showcases a diverse range of objects from various historical periods, with a particular emphasis on the Moray region. The museum is housed in a historic building and offers a unique glimpse into local and global history.
Place summary
Convent Buildings, Convent of Mercy, located on Abbey Street in Elgin, is a category A listed abbey in the Scottish Highlands. This structure is notable for its historical significance and architectural value.
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- Coordinates
- 57.6478, -3.3094
- District
- Moray
- Postcode
- IV30 1DA
- Parliamentary constituency
- Moray West, Nairn and Strathspey
- Phone
- 01343 543675
- Nearest railway station
- Elgin — 0.6 km
- Opening
- Visits by appointment only; minimum 3 days' notice required.
- Official site
- elginmuseum.org.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q17570838 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Convent Buildings, Convent of Mercy, Abbey Street, Elgin?
- Convent Buildings, Convent of Mercy, Abbey Street, Elgin is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode IV30 1DA).
- What is Convent Buildings, Convent of Mercy, Abbey Street, Elgin?
- Convent Buildings, Convent of Mercy, Abbey Street, Elgin — category A listed building-listed abbey in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Convent Buildings, Convent of Mercy, Abbey Street, Elgin?
- The nearest railway station is Elgin, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode IV30 1DA.
- Is Convent Buildings, Convent of Mercy, Abbey Street, Elgin a listed building?
- Convent Buildings, Convent of Mercy, Abbey Street, Elgin is officially recognised as category A listed building listed.
- How do I get to Convent Buildings, Convent of Mercy, Abbey Street, Elgin?
- The nearest railway station is Elgin, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode IV30 1DA.