Whithorn Priory And Museum
Cradle of Christianity in Scotland
Whithorn Priory And Museum
In the 12th century a priory for Premonstratensians was built here and became the cathedral church of Galloway. Whilst little of the Priory survives today, visitors may still follow the pilgrimage route taken by medieval pilgrims to visit the shrine of St Ninian located in the vault of the Priory.
Visit the Whithorn Priory and Museum Microsite for more information on Scotland's Cradle of Christianity. www.whithornpriorymuseum.gov.uk
Highlights
Whithorn Priory Museum
The Whithorn Priory Museum displays of the early medieval carved stones.
‘Whithorn Story’ Visitor Centre
The head of a ‘Whithorn School’ cross, as well as a cross from Kirkmaiden.
St Ninian’s Chapel
There may have been a chapel on this site for many centuries before the existing structure was erected around 1300AD. It was used by the local community and by pilgrims arriving by ship from England, Ireland and the Isle of Man.
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Whithorn and other related sites and museums to visit in the Dumfries and Galloway area [pdf, 295kb]Location
Region – Dumfries and Galloway
Postcode: DG8 8PY
Opening arrangements
Summer
1 April - 30 September, Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun, 10.30 am to 5.00 pm
Winter
1 October to 31 October, Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun, 10.30 am to 5:00 pm
Closed Nov-Mar
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Admission prices
April - October
Adult £4.50, Child £2.25, Concession £3.00, Family £12.00
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