Soulseat Abbey, Medieval abbey near Soulseat Loch, Scotland
The abbey stands on a small peninsula at Soulseat Loch, with stone remains and gravestones marking the former religious site.
Founded in 1148 by Fergus, Lord of Galloway, this Premonstratensian monastery served as a center of religious life until the Scottish Reformation.
The name derives from the Gaelic word Sabhal and received the Latin designation Sedes Animarum, reflecting the linguistic heritage of medieval Scotland.
The site contains five gravestones from the 16th century and maintains protected status as a scheduled monument under Scottish heritage laws.
The abbey maintained royal appointment authority rather than papal control, setting it apart from most Scottish religious institutions of its time.
Location: Dumfries and Galloway
Location: Inch
Inception: 12 century
GPS coordinates: 54.88740,-4.96250
Latest update: March 4, 2025 17:32
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