Cathedrals · Central Scotland
St Andrews Cathedral (Ruins)
In or near Strathkinness.
St Andrews Cathedral (Ruins) — a cathedral in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
Richard Sutcliffe — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Best time of year
- Year-round
- Nearest railway station
- Leuchars · 7.6 km
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
St Andrews Cathedral (Ruins) is a cathedral located in scotland-central, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Place summary
St Andrews Cathedral (Ruins) is located in central Scotland. It was once the largest cathedral in Scotland, serving as a significant religious site until its decline in the 16th century. The ruins are a designated Scheduled Ancient Monument, reflecting its historical importance.
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- Coordinates
- 56.3401, -2.7878
- District
- Fife
- Postcode
- KY16 9QJ
- Parliamentary constituency
- North East Fife
- Nearest railway station
- Leuchars — 7.6 km
Sources
- osm: node/880894619 (ODbL)
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📷 4Frequently asked questions
- Where is St Andrews Cathedral (Ruins)?
- St Andrews Cathedral (Ruins) is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode KY16 9QJ).
- What is St Andrews Cathedral (Ruins)?
- St Andrews Cathedral (Ruins) — a cathedral in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to St Andrews Cathedral (Ruins)?
- The nearest railway station is Leuchars, about 7.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode KY16 9QJ.
- How do I get to St Andrews Cathedral (Ruins)?
- The nearest railway station is Leuchars, about 7.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode KY16 9QJ.