Historic churches · Scottish Lowlands
Greyfriars Parish Church
In or near Kirkfieldbank.
Greyfriars Parish Church — category B listed building-listed church in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 30 min–1 h
- Nearest railway station
- Lanark · 0.6 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit Greyfriars Parish Church, the nearest railway station is Lanark, located 0.6 km away. The postcode for sat-nav is ML11 9US, and entry to the church is free.
About
Greyfriars Parish Church is a category B listed building-listed church in scotland-central, United Kingdom, registered on the Historic Environment Scotland register (entry LB36936). 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 B Date Added 07/05/1980 Local Authority South Lanarkshire Planning Authority South Lanarkshire Burgh Lanark NGR NS 87990 43705 Coordinates 287990, 643705 — 1875. William Leiper. Church in 12th century Gothic style. Snecked rubble with ashlar dressings. Buttressed north front with central door under pointed roll-moulded arch with hoodmould, continued at springing level across facade. Above, pair of hoodmoulded lancets in splayed reveals. Small oculus in blind stone rosette in gable end. Low single pitched roof to north east bay; remaining 5 bays under main roof with single lancets divided by buttresses. Similar details in 5 west bays. Square north west tower chamfered to octagon, with 8 tall gabled lancets. Facetted spire with lucarnes on alternate faces. Iron weather-vane at apex.
From Historic Environment Scotland under OGL v3.
Official information
The Royal Burgh of Lanark Museum showcases a collection of historic items that reflect the rich history of Lanark, one of Scotland's oldest burghs. It has connections to notable figures such as William Wallace and King Robert the Bruce, and hosts annual exhibitions since its establishment in 1991.
Place summary
Greyfriars Parish Church is located in central Scotland and is designated as a category B listed building. It serves as a significant example of ecclesiastical architecture in the region.
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- Coordinates
- 55.6739, -3.7826
- District
- South Lanarkshire
- Postcode
- ML11 9US
- Parliamentary constituency
- Hamilton and Clyde Valley
- Nearest railway station
- Lanark — 0.6 km
- Official site
- www.lanark.co.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q17851923 (CC0)
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Greyfriars Parish Church?
- Greyfriars Parish Church is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode ML11 9US).
- What is Greyfriars Parish Church?
- Greyfriars Parish Church — category B listed building-listed church in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Greyfriars Parish Church?
- The nearest railway station is Lanark, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode ML11 9US.
- Is Greyfriars Parish Church a listed building?
- Greyfriars Parish Church is officially recognised as category B listed building listed.
- Is Greyfriars Parish Church free to visit?
- Yes, Greyfriars Parish Church is free to enter.
- How do I get to Greyfriars Parish Church?
- The nearest railway station is Lanark, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode ML11 9US.