Historic churches · Scottish Highlands
Nairn Rosebank Parish Church, Academy Street, Nairn
In or near Ardersier.
Nairn Rosebank Parish Church, Academy Street, Nairn — category B listed building-listed church in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 30 min–1 h
- Nearest railway station
- Nairn · 0.4 km
- Free entry
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit Nairn Rosebank Parish Church, you can take a train to Nairn station, which is 0.4 km away. Entry to the church is free. The postcode for your sat-nav is IV12 4HT.
About
Nairn Rosebank Parish Church, Academy Street, Nairn is a category B listed building-listed church in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom, registered on the Historic Environment Scotland register (entry LB38401). 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 12/03/1981 Local Authority Highland Planning Authority Highland Burgh Nairn NGR NH 88157 56436 Coordinates 288157, 856436 — Mackenzie and Matthews, 1852. Romanesque. Coursed rubble, broached and polished ashlar dressings. 5 bay rectangular plan church. Gabled north front with pair of doors under wide round- arch decorated with bands of Romanesque moulding, triple light window above set behind intersecting double arcade; small wheel window in gable head with tall apex bellcote. Outer bays divided by simple masonry piers with tall, round arched, shafted windows to each. Similar windows divided by piers in 5 bay long elevation; corbelled parapet; end stack to south apex; steep slate roof with gablet finial. — Inscribed over door: United Presbyterian Church founded 8th October 1851.
From Historic Environment Scotland under OGL v3.
Official information
Nairn Museum showcases the rich heritage of Nairn and Nairnshire through various exhibits. Visitors can explore galleries that highlight the area's maritime history, farming roots, and military stories. The museum is currently undergoing maintenance but still offers access to several gallery rooms.
Place summary
Nairn Rosebank Parish Church is located on Academy Street in Nairn, within the Scottish Highlands. This church is designated as a category B listed building, reflecting its architectural and historical significance.
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- Coordinates
- 57.5841, -3.8723
- District
- Highland
- Postcode
- IV12 4HT
- Parliamentary constituency
- Moray West, Nairn and Strathspey
- Phone
- 01667 456791
- Nearest railway station
- Nairn — 0.4 km
- Opening
- Monday-Friday 10am-4:30pm; Saturday 10am-1:30pm
- Official site
- nairnmuseum.co.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q17828239 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Nairn Rosebank Parish Church, Academy Street, Nairn?
- Nairn Rosebank Parish Church, Academy Street, Nairn is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode IV12 4HT).
- What is Nairn Rosebank Parish Church, Academy Street, Nairn?
- Nairn Rosebank Parish Church, Academy Street, Nairn — category B listed building-listed church in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Nairn Rosebank Parish Church, Academy Street, Nairn?
- The nearest railway station is Nairn, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode IV12 4HT.
- Is Nairn Rosebank Parish Church, Academy Street, Nairn a listed building?
- Nairn Rosebank Parish Church, Academy Street, Nairn is officially recognised as category B listed building listed.
- Is Nairn Rosebank Parish Church, Academy Street, Nairn free to visit?
- Yes, Nairn Rosebank Parish Church, Academy Street, Nairn is free to enter.
- How do I get to Nairn Rosebank Parish Church, Academy Street, Nairn?
- The nearest railway station is Nairn, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode IV12 4HT.