St Andrews Cathedral

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Overview

The cathedral was the largest in Scotland, and is now an extensive ruin. The remains date mainly from the 12th and 13th centuries, and large parts of the precinct walls have survived intact. Close by is St Rule's church, which the cathedral was built to replace. St Rule's probably dates from before the Norman Conquest, and is considered the most interesting Romanesque church in Scotland.

Features

Opening Times
Open all year
Opening Times: Open all year daily, Apr-Sep, 9.30-5.30; Oct-Mar, 10-4 (last admission 30mins before closing). May close for lunch. St Rule's tower closes at 3pm Dec-Jan. Closed 25-26 Dec & 1-2 Jan. Check website for unexpected closures
Facilities
Parking nearby

Location

ST ANDREWS, KY16 9QL

About the area

This 20-mile wide peninsula between the Firth of Forth and the Firth of Tay is an ancient kingdom, once the home of Scotland’s kings and saints. Despite its modern bridges it still seems curiously detached from the rest of the country.

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