Crossraguel Abbey, Medieval monastery ruins in South Ayrshire, Scotland
The stone walls of Crossraguel Abbey contain the original monks' church, cloister, chapter house, sacristy, and a tall pigeon tower from the 13th century.
The Earl of Carrick established this religious complex in 1244 after legal disputes with Paisley Abbey monks who initially constructed only a small chapel.
The monks of Crossraguel, known as Black Monks due to their attire, belonged to the Cluniac order within the Benedictine tradition.
The abbey opens daily from April through September, 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM, with parking facilities located near the entrance and custodian's office.
In 1570, the Commendator of Crossraguel endured torture at Dunure Castle when refusing to transfer abbey lands to the Kennedy family.
Location: South Ayrshire
Location: Kirkoswald
Inception: 13 century
GPS coordinates: 55.33848,-4.72072
Latest update: March 8, 2025 02:04
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