St Vigeans Church facts for kids
Quick facts for kids St Vigeans Church |
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| St Vigeans Parish Church, Arbroath | |
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 St Vigeans Church
Location in Angus
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| 56°34′36″N 2°35′25″W / 56.57675°N 2.59029°W | |
| Location | Arbroath, Angus |
| Country | Scotland |
| Denomination | Church of Scotland |
| Website | www.stvigeanschurch.org |
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| Status | Parish church |
| Dedication | Saint Fechin |
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| Functional status | Active |
| Heritage designation | Category A listed building |
St Vigeans Church is a historic church located near Arbroath in Angus, Scotland. It serves the local community of the ancient village of St Vigeans. This church is part of the Church of Scotland. It has a very long and interesting history, dating back many centuries.
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A Look at St Vigeans Church History
St Vigeans Church has stood for a very long time. The church building you see today was mostly rebuilt in the 12th century. This means construction happened around the 1100s. It was officially made a holy place, or "consecrated," in the year 1242. This important ceremony was led by David de Bernham, who was the Bishop of St Andrews at that time.
Changes Over the Centuries
The church saw some changes in the 15th century. These were small updates to its design. A big event in Scottish history was the Scottish Reformation in 1560. This was a time when the way churches were run in Scotland changed a lot. However, St Vigeans Church did not change much during this period. It kept most of its original look and feel.
Modern Restoration Efforts
Many years later, in 1871, the church needed some major work. A big "restoration" project took place. This means the church was carefully repaired and brought back to its best condition. The famous Scottish architect Robert Rowand Anderson was in charge of this important work. Thanks to his efforts, the church remains a beautiful and important building today.
External Links
- St Vigeans Church Official Website: http://www.stvigeanschurch.org/
