Canisbay Church
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Kirkstyle, on A836
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Church Overview
Most northerly place of worship on the Scottish mainland, the site was occupied by the Chapel of St Drostan, who headed a mission to Pictland in the 6th century. The present cruciform church is largely 17th century, but the nave incorporates walling from the medieval church and a worn 17th-century monument flanked by pairs of Corinthian pilasters. The tower at the west end was added in 1704.
The John de Groat stone of 1568 stands in the vestibule.
Services
Sunday: 12.00 noon.
Opening Arrangements
Open daily 9.00am-9.00pm, Easter to end October.
Linked Churches
Bower Church of Scotland, Halkirk and Westerdale Parish Church
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The information about churches in Scotland's Churches Scheme has been provided by the congregations or taken from the Historic Scotland list and published sources, in particular, the Buildings of Scotland volumes and the RIAS Illustrated Architectural Guides. The information is not authoritative; please contact us to let us know of any errors or omissions.
