St Michael's Roman Catholic Church, Linlithgow

St Michael's Roman Catholic Church is a Gothic Revival building constructed from red stone in Linlithgow, standing close to the palace connected to Mary Queen of Scots. The structure features distinctive architectural elements typical of the period, with the interior arranged for worship and community gatherings.

A place of worship existed at this location from the 12th century onward, though the current building dates to the 1890s following designs by a prominent Victorian architect. The construction reflected the growing Catholic community in Scotland and their ability to build openly during this period.

The church serves as an educational center through St Joseph's Primary School, established within the grounds to provide Catholic education to local children.

The church is located on Blackness Road and can be reached easily from Linlithgow town center. Visitors are welcome to view the exterior at any time, while interior access depends on service schedules or special arrangements.

The parish community funded much of the building themselves and held services in the unfinished structure during construction. This hands-on involvement of everyday people in creating their worship space makes the building a testament to community determination.

Location: West Lothian

Inception: 1893

Website: http://stmichaels-rc.org.uk

GPS coordinates: 55.97870,-3.59493

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:44