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Category: Churches

Religious sites and structures

Waulkmill Ferry

Journeying across the Tay is easy now, thanks to the numerous bridges that span Scotland’s longest river. However, in days … More

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Exploring the Airlie Monument in Angus

Airlie Monument is a prominent Angus landmark, visible from miles around. Erected in 1901 in memory of the 9th Earl of … More

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Pearsie Tin Kirk

This article is an extract from the book Abandoned Angus by James Carron, available as a paperback or ebook from … More

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Tomatin tin tabernacle relocated

Back in 2016, when I was researching my book Tin Tabernacles and other Corrugated Iron Buildings in Scotland, I pulled … More

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Abandoned Tin Tabernacles

Interested in corrugated iron buildings, particularly those neglected and abandoned to the elements? Then you might be interested in my … More

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Abandoned Synagogue

Dundee’s former synagogue, also known as the Dundee Hebrew Centre, occupies a small corner of land close to the junction … More

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Inchcolm Island Tunnel

While the island of Inchcolm, in the Firth of Forth, is perhaps best known for its ancient abbey, it is … More

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Dundee’s hidden Seamen’s Chapel

The city of Dundee grew up around its once busy docks and has a rich maritime heritage dating back to … More

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Leng Memorial Chapel

The Leng Memorial Chapel is a pretty and very striking wee kirk enjoying a prominent spot in the north Fife … More

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Our Lady of Sorrows, South Uist

In a rural island landscape where kirks and chapels tend to be pretty little low-key buildings, one church breaks with … More

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