Historic churches · Scottish Highlands
West Parish Church, High Street, Banchory
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West Parish Church, High Street, Banchory — category C 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
- Riverside Halt · 3.0 km
- Free entry
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit West Parish Church in Banchory, you can get to Riverside Halt, which is 3 km away. The postcode is AB31 5TB. Entry is free.
About
West Parish Church, High Street, Banchory is a category C listed building-listed church in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom, registered on the Historic Environment Scotland register (entry LB21863). 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 C Date Added 25/11/1980 Local Authority Aberdeenshire Planning Authority Aberdeenshire Burgh Banchory NGR NO 69447 95747 Coordinates 369447, 795747 — Large oblong, gothic 1st pointed, with 100 ft high baronial bell-tower and broach spire. Red rubble with white dressings 1879-85.
From Historic Environment Scotland under OGL v3.
Official information
Banchory Museum is located in the heart of Banchory and is part of the Banchory library and Cultural Centre. Visitors can explore the museum's exhibits on local archaeology, musical heritage, and engage in interactive activities.
Place summary
West Parish Church is located on High Street in Banchory, within the Scottish Highlands. It is a category C listed building, recognised for its architectural and historical significance.
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- Coordinates
- 57.0518, -2.5053
- District
- Aberdeenshire
- Postcode
- AB31 5TB
- Parliamentary constituency
- West Aberdeenshire and Kincardine
- Phone
- 01467 536544
- Nearest railway station
- Riverside Halt — 3 km
- Opening
- Monday 10am - 4.30pm; Tuesday 10am - 5.30pm; Thursday 10am - 5.30pm; Saturday 11am - 1.30pm; closed Wednesday, Friday, Sunday
- Official site
- www.livelifeaberdeenshire.org.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q56626433 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is West Parish Church, High Street, Banchory?
- West Parish Church, High Street, Banchory is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode AB31 5TB).
- What is West Parish Church, High Street, Banchory?
- West Parish Church, High Street, Banchory — category C listed building-listed church in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to West Parish Church, High Street, Banchory?
- The nearest railway station is Riverside Halt, about 3.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode AB31 5TB.
- Is West Parish Church, High Street, Banchory a listed building?
- West Parish Church, High Street, Banchory is officially recognised as category C listed building listed.
- Is West Parish Church, High Street, Banchory free to visit?
- Yes, West Parish Church, High Street, Banchory is free to enter.
- How do I get to West Parish Church, High Street, Banchory?
- The nearest railway station is Riverside Halt, about 3.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode AB31 5TB.