Historic churches · Scottish Lowlands
St Mary Magdalene's Church and Churchyard, Lochmaben
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St Mary Magdalene's Church and Churchyard, Lochmaben — category B listed building-listed church in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 30 min–1 h
- Nearest railway station
- Lockerbie · 5.7 km
- Free entry
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit St Mary Magdalene's Church and Churchyard in Lochmaben, the nearest railway station is Lockerbie, located 5.7 km away. The postcode for sat-nav is DG11 1NZ, and entry to the church and churchyard is free.
About
St Mary Magdalene's Church and Churchyard, Lochmaben is a category B listed building-listed church in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom, registered on the Historic Environment Scotland register (entry LB37555). 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 04/10/1988 Local Authority Dumfries And Galloway Planning Authority Dumfries And Galloway Burgh Lochmaben NGR NY 08119 82505 Coordinates 308119, 582505 — Quadrangular churchyard enclosing site of St Mary Magdalene's church and many well-sculptured 17th-19th century stone monuments, including that to Dr James Mounsey of Rammerscales (d. 2.2.1773) physician to Empress of Russia; tall Jardine family obelisk erected circa 1843. Enclosed by ashlar-coped rubble-built walls with gate at E with corniced square gatepiers, hearse house at SW angle. — Following the Battle of Dryfe Sands in 1593, the Maxwells sought refuge within Lochmaben Church, which was fired by the Johnstones. Site of parish church moved to present site 1819.
From Historic Environment Scotland under OGL v3.
Official information
St Mary Magdalene's Church and Churchyard in Lochmaben is a historical site that offers visitors a glimpse into the local heritage. The church is known for its architectural features and the surrounding churchyard adds to the historical ambiance of the area.
Place summary
St Mary Magdalene's Church and Churchyard is located in Lochmaben, within the Scottish Lowlands. This category B listed building features notable architectural elements from its historical context.
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- Coordinates
- 55.1284, -3.4425
- District
- Dumfries and Galloway
- Postcode
- DG11 1NZ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Dumfriesshire, Clydesdale and Tweeddale
- Nearest railway station
- Lockerbie — 5.7 km
- Official site
- lochmaben.org.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q17810252 (CC0)
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is St Mary Magdalene's Church and Churchyard, Lochmaben?
- St Mary Magdalene's Church and Churchyard, Lochmaben is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode DG11 1NZ).
- What is St Mary Magdalene's Church and Churchyard, Lochmaben?
- St Mary Magdalene's Church and Churchyard, Lochmaben — category B listed building-listed church in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to St Mary Magdalene's Church and Churchyard, Lochmaben?
- The nearest railway station is Lockerbie, about 5.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode DG11 1NZ.
- Is St Mary Magdalene's Church and Churchyard, Lochmaben a listed building?
- St Mary Magdalene's Church and Churchyard, Lochmaben is officially recognised as category B listed building listed.
- Is St Mary Magdalene's Church and Churchyard, Lochmaben free to visit?
- Yes, St Mary Magdalene's Church and Churchyard, Lochmaben is free to enter.
- How do I get to St Mary Magdalene's Church and Churchyard, Lochmaben?
- The nearest railway station is Lockerbie, about 5.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode DG11 1NZ.