Bonkyl Kirk

Bonkyl Kirk is a parish church in the Scottish Borders built with traditional Scottish architectural elements. The building sits on grounds with a burial area and continues to function as a place of worship for the local community.

The site was originally established as a religious centre in the early 12th century and later went through several mergers with neighbouring parishes over the centuries. The current building was constructed in 1820 to replace the earlier structure that stood there.

The church serves as a gathering place for the local community in this rural landscape. Its role in regular worship and the surrounding burial grounds reflect how central it remains to people's lives here.

The building is accessible from outside and sits in a rural setting, so having your own transport is recommended. Visitors should expect open countryside and limited nearby services.

A section of the original Norman apse from the earlier church survives and has served for centuries as a burial chamber for a local family. This stone remnant connects the place directly to its medieval past.

Location: Scottish Borders

Location: Bunkle and Preston

GPS coordinates: 55.82930,-2.30715

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:27