Culross: The Palace, the Abbey and Old Kirk

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Culross: The Palace, the Abbey and Old Kirk

Culross is the best preserved medieval burgh in Scotland, and well worth a visit, even before you enter the Palace (constructed 1597–1611 by Sir George Bruce of Carnock) or Abbey Church (built 1230–1300). The Old, or West, Kirk is less well known, lying surrounded by fields about half a mile west of the Abbey. It was ruinous by 1633, although its walls have been partially rebuilt incorporating medieval grave slabs.

Please bring a packed lunch and wear appropriate clothing.

Speaker

Paul Sorowka