Anwoth old kirk, 17th century church ruins in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland
Anwoth Old Kirk is a stone church ruin with standing walls and a bellcote on the west gable in Dumfries and Galloway. The rectangular structure sits within a graveyard where the remains of local burials are still visible.
The church was built around 1626 and served the parish as a place of worship for two centuries. It was replaced in 1826 by a newer building that became the main religious center for the area.
The site was home to a respected minister whose legacy is marked by a granite monument nearby. Visitors can sense this spiritual connection while walking through the quiet surroundings.
The ruins and graveyard are open year-round and can be explored freely by visitors. Parking facilities are located nearby, making access convenient for those arriving by car.
A decorated stone cross slab from around 1100 was discovered in the graveyard, showing the site's earlier religious use. This artifact dates to centuries before the current ruin was built.
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