This 12th-century Augustinian priory in Scotland is a stunning example of medieval architecture. The ruins of the priory church, built in the 1170s, feature a striking blend of Romanesque and Gothic styles, with a majestic nave, ornate arches, and intricate stone carvings. The cloisters, chapter house, and refectory are also well-preserved, offering a glimpse into the daily lives of the monks who once inhabited the priory.
Very small, but that was fortunate as although Google says it's open 24 hours the gate said it closes at 5:30 and I got there at 5pm. And it was raining. Still a pleasant enough 10 minute wander
Not much here to be honest but what there is has been augmented by info boards and a free guide is available from the nearby archives. It's free with parking available. If you're in the area then pop in.
Lovely example of a Scottish Priory, well kept grounds, small capark only three or four spaces. Limited access for wheel chairs to the site. A free to visit Monument
A lovely find tucked away in the countryside on the outskirts of Forfar. The grounds surrounding the priory are well maintained. Still a fair bit of the original building left and definitely worth a visit if you are interested in historical religious buildings and wonderful architecture.
Restenneth Priory was a monastic house of Augustinian founded by Jedburgh Abbey with the patronage of King Mael Coluim IV (Malcolm) in 1153, with speculation that it was built on the former Pictish church dedicated to Saint Peter by King Nechtan mac Der-Ilei of Circinn (ancient Kingdom). Now in a ruinous state, the Priory was once built in a square around a cloister with refectory, dormitory, choir, nave, tower and spire.
Nice old priory building. Plus some friendly cows on the walk up!
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Very small, but that was fortunate as although Google says it's open 24 hours the gate said it closes at 5:30 and I got there at 5pm. And it was raining. Still a pleasant enough 10 minute wander
Not much here to be honest but what there is has been augmented by info boards and a free guide is available from the nearby archives. It's free with parking available. If you're in the area then pop in.
Lovely example of a Scottish Priory, well kept grounds, small capark only three or four spaces. Limited access for wheel chairs to the site. A free to visit Monument
A lovely find tucked away in the countryside on the outskirts of Forfar. The grounds surrounding the priory are well maintained. Still a fair bit of the original building left and definitely worth a visit if you are interested in historical religious buildings and wonderful architecture.
Restenneth Priory was a monastic house of Augustinian founded by Jedburgh Abbey with the patronage of King Mael Coluim IV (Malcolm) in 1153, with speculation that it was built on the former Pictish church dedicated to Saint Peter by King Nechtan mac Der-Ilei of Circinn (ancient Kingdom). Now in a ruinous state, the Priory was once built in a square around a cloister with refectory, dormitory, choir, nave, tower and spire.
Nice old priory building. Plus some friendly cows on the walk up!
