St Mary's Parish Kirk, Ladykirk
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4 miles east of Swinton, off B6470
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The church, originally called Our Lady Kirk of Steill, was built by James IV in 1500, apparently in gratitude for being saved from drowning in the River Tweed. The church sits on the north bank of the River Tweed, close to a fording point and just across the river on the English side sits the village of Norham and the ancient stronghold of Norham Castle. The church has an unusual all-stone construction (walls and roof) to withstand 'fire and flood'. The Scottish and English Wardens of the East March met regularly in the parish; the last peace treaty between Scotland and England was signed in Ladykirk in 1560. Many stained glass windows; the wooden pews and pipe organ were installed in the 19th century.
Services
11.15 am on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month
Opening Arrangements
Open during daylight hours
Linked Churches
Fogo Kirk, Leitholm Church, Swinton Kirk, Whitsome Kirk
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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.
