Inverness, Huntly Street, St Mary's Roman Catholic Church
Inverness, Huntly Street, St Mary's Roman Catholic Church, Catholic church in Inverness, Scotland
St Mary's is a Catholic church in Inverness, Scotland, built in the Gothic Revival style with pointed arches and ornate stonework. The building features detailed stained glass windows and stands as a category A listed structure along Huntly Street.
The church was built in 1837, shortly after the Catholic Emancipation Act of 1829 granted Catholics in Scotland new religious freedom. This marked a turning point when Catholics could openly build places of worship and practice their faith publicly.
The church brings together a diverse Catholic community that gathers for worship and shapes the spiritual life of the parish. Services conducted in multiple languages reflect the varied backgrounds of those who come here to pray.
The church holds regular services on weekends, and visitors can explore the building and interior during these times. It is helpful to check exact service times in advance since schedules may change seasonally.
The building serves as the cathedral for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Aberdeen, a distinctive role for a church of its size. This status gives the place special significance within the regional Catholic church structure.
Location: Highland
Inception: 1837
Architectural style: Gothic Revival
Website: https://stmarysinverness.co.uk/church
GPS coordinates: 57.47790,-4.23008
Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:23
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