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Abbeys and Priories in Scotland (R-Z)

Restenneth Priory    Augustinian priory founded by David I. Tall square tower with spire. Forfar, Tayside, Scotland Attraction Type: Abbey Heritage Rating:   ? Location: on B9113 E Forfar Historic Scotland OS NO482516 Nearest attractions and accommodation     Nearest: hotels - cottages - Bed and Breakfasts

Saddell Abbey   In the mid-12th century the Kintyre peninsula was occupied by the Norse. During the 1150s the warrior king known to us as Somerled drove the Norse out, and established Clan MacDonald as the authority in Argyll. His descendants became known as Lords of the Isles. B842, Saddell, Argyll and Bute, Strathclyde, Scotland Attraction Type: Abbey Heritage Highlight: Collection of medieval carved grave slabs Heritage Rating:   ? Location: On the B842 4 miles south of Carradale - Photos of Saddell Abbey OS NR784320 Nearest attractions and accommodation     Nearest: hotels - cottages - Bed and Breakfasts

Sweetheart Abbey   The name of this wonderfully atmospheric ruined abbey tells you a lot about its history. Sweethear Abbey was founded in 1273 by Lady Devorgilla of Galloway, the widow of John Balliol, one of the most powerful noblemen of his day. When Balliol died in 1268, Devorgilla had his heart embalmed and placed in an ornate ivory casket, which she carried with her wherever she went for the next 22 years. New Abbey, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, DG2 8BU Attraction Type: Abbey Heritage Rating:   ? Location: 7 mile south of Dumfries, on the A710 Website: Sweetheart Abbey Phone: 01387 850 397 Historic Scotland Location map - Photos of Sweetheart Abbey OS NX965662 Nearest attractions and accommodation     Nearest: hotels - cottages - Bed and Breakfasts

Whithorn Priory   The site of the first Christian church in Scotland, founded by St Ninian in the 5th century. It later became the cathedral church of Galloway. Perhaps the best feature of the ruins is a beautifully carved Romanesque doorway. Beside the Priory is Whithorn Museum, which houses a wonderful collection of early Christian carved stones and crosses. Whithorn, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland Attraction Type: Abbey Heritage Rating:   ? Location: on A746 Website: Whithorn Priory Phone: 01988 500 700 Historic Scotland - Photos of Whithorn Priory OS NX444402 Nearest attractions and accommodation     Nearest: hotels - cottages - Bed and Breakfasts