Dunkeld Cathedral

The cathedral sits on the northern bank of the River Tay and is built from grey sandstone with pointed arches and carved stone details. The building shows Gothic design with windows and walls shaped by repairs and rebuilding work over many centuries.

An older monastery with monks following ancient Celtic practices once stood on this site before the Gothic building started in the 1200s. Work on the structure continued with breaks for over 2 centuries until the early 1500s.

The Chapter House displays medieval objects that show how important the church was to people in the region over centuries. These items tell stories of faith and daily life in earlier times.

The place functions as a parish church with services held in the main building during warmer months and in a smaller church during winter. The museum in the connected building can be visited separately from services.

A carved tomb displays the armored figure of a medieval warrior who was one of the most feared military leaders of his era. His story connects to legends about power and violence in the Scottish Highlands.

Location: Perth and Kinross

Location: Dunkeld and Dowally

Inception: 1260

Architectural style: Gothic art

Part of: Presbytery of Dunkeld

Website: https://dunkeldcathedral.org

GPS coordinates: 56.56513,-3.58991

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:44