Cruggleton Old Parish Church, Galloway

Cruggleton dates from the 12th century and may have been built by Fergus, Lord of Galloway as a private chapel for his nearby Cruggleton Castle. In 1424 it was held by Whithorn Abbey and by the 17th century was conjoined with Sorbie Parish. It was abandoned and for 100 years the interior was used as a burial ground.
In 1890 the Marquis of Bute rebuilt the church and placed a wall around the churchyard. A small enclosure at the south side of the nave has a single worn gravestone and at the entrance area are four large boulders placed in a row with no certain function. A line of tiles on the walls indicate the height of the ruins prior to reconstruction. Internally are a font, altar, three gravestones and an almost original Norman arch between the nave and chancel.
Three fine metal studded door are present with highly ornate metal hinge work.
The church is said to host an ecumenical service on the 1st Sunday in September each year. A key to the interior is said to be held at Cruggleton Farm. The ruins of Cruggleton Castle lie across the fields.

[@mmintravel7926]

Really lovely little church and love the door, it’s amazing because of the trees if you didn’t know it was there, who drive straight pass it. Great find.

[@rogergriffith286]

It's a delight. I will try to get hold of thekey and look inside next visit

[@ddouglas3860]

Interesting church Roger with buckets more of history no doubt! 👌👌

[@rogergriffith286]

Remains of Cruggleton Castle nearby