St Serf's Church, Medieval church in Dunning, Scotland
St. Serf's Church is a medieval church in Dunning featuring a Norman tower with Early English architectural elements such as pointed arches, ornate pillars, and decorative stained glass windows. The building shows construction details from different periods and demonstrates the craftsmanship of medieval Scottish builders.
The church origins date to the 12th century, first mentioned in written records in 1219 when it fell under the Abbey of Inchaffrey, founded by Earl Gilbert of Strathearn. The structure evolved over centuries as architectural styles changed and different elements were added to the building.
The interior holds the Dupplin Cross from the 9th century, which was moved here in 2002 and demonstrates early medieval Scottish stone carving techniques. This carved stone represents how Christian art developed in Scotland during the early medieval period.
The church welcomes visitors under Historic Scotland management with free entry to explore the building and its surroundings. It is best to check opening times in advance and wear comfortable shoes for walking through the interior and grounds.
Three medieval bells still hang in the church tower, with the oldest dating to 1526 and inscribed with Christian themes. These bells are rare survivors from the early modern period and offer insight into how this place sounded centuries ago.
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