A masterpiece in architecture, building and woodwork. Just never boring eye candy. It might have been slightly outdated for its time but in my opinion this is so much more beautiful than anything that’s coming from modern (glas and steel) architecture these days.
I totally agree! For a relatively modern building, its eclectic mix of architectural styles and traditional construction are quite unique. Thanks so much for watching
I visited St Conan's a year ago. I had driven past it so many times, but hadn't had the time to stop. I'm so glad that I did, the last time I was in the area. It is stunning, and definitely worth visiting.
It’s a fascinating old quirky building and you’ve provided copious information on it. I made a RUclips of it myself several years ago but I take my hat off to you sir as you’ve done a much more comprehensive job of it. The village where it’s located called Lochewe isn’t it (“Loch-you”) . I was with a hiking club doing a walk near there. Our friendly coach driver John actually lives in the village and invited us to walk around his extensive garden (which was home to fancy chickens!) . His wife was very nice but putting the kettle on for 30-40 surprise visitors would have been a bit much!😂
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'll check out your video too. That's nice you got an impromptu tour of the coach driver's garden - it's such a lovely location overlooking the loch. I agree, tea for 40 would have been a struggle!
@@relicsruins I would love to visit the Kirk again. You might enjoy my video from earlier this year of St.Eunan’s College, Letterkenny, Ireland at night by drone. My first night flight😊
@@TerryMcGearyScotland I've just watched a few of your videos. There's some great drone footage there! It's inspired me to take mine with me more often
Beautiful! As I sidenote, I didn't know the word 'kirk'. It's very similar to the Flemish word for Church, which is 'kerk'. Could the similarity have to do with Scotland's history of Flemish settlers? I just see online etymologists suspect Kirk is a Norwegian loanword, but the pronunciation used in Scotland is much more similar to the phonetics for the same word in Flanders, than to the pronunciation used in Norway... As up to a third of the current Scottish population may have Flemish ancestors, I'd like to think etymologists might have to reconsider their theory. Vikings weren't the only settlers in Scotland
That's a really interesting point, you may well be right. I was aware that there were a large number of Flemish settlers, especially in the Moray area. It's very possible that it is of Flemish origin. Thank you so much for watching, and for your interesting comment!
@@relicsruins 😄 there are many places in Scotland that have confusingly pronounced names. Argyll and Loch Awe are not amongst them. Milngavie and Anstruther spring to mind!
A masterpiece in architecture, building and woodwork. Just never boring eye candy.
It might have been slightly outdated for its time but in my opinion this is so much more beautiful than anything that’s coming from modern (glas and steel) architecture these days.
I totally agree! For a relatively modern building, its eclectic mix of architectural styles and traditional construction are quite unique. Thanks so much for watching
St Conan's has a fantastic history! Thank you for telling us about it!
You're welcome 😌 Thank you so much for watching!
I visited St Conan's a year ago. I had driven past it so many times, but hadn't had the time to stop. I'm so glad that I did, the last time I was in the area. It is stunning, and definitely worth visiting.
I totally agree with you, it is a stunning building and well worth a visit. Thanks so much for watching!
@@relicsruins Thank you for sharing.
Thank you for posting, great video! Was in today after having passed by for years, it’s a beautiful church.
Thanks so much! I'm glad you took the opportunity to explore inside, it's a really unique church, we really loved visiting it
@@relicsruinsMe too! You get the impression that it’s historic even if it’s not. He obviously thought a lot of his mum.
@@TerryMcGearyScotland Yes! There is a steadfast dedication there for sure
I was very lucky to get married here last year, it’s simply stunning!
Wow, that must have been amazing, congratulations! And thanks so much for watching 😀
@@kellyoldham7028 🤩 How cool is that! 🥂 Congratulations a bit late😀
It’s a fascinating old quirky building and you’ve provided copious information on it. I made a RUclips of it myself several years ago but I take my hat off to you sir as you’ve done a much more comprehensive job of it. The village where it’s located called Lochewe isn’t it (“Loch-you”) . I was with a hiking club doing a walk near there. Our friendly coach driver John actually lives in the village and invited us to walk around his extensive garden (which was home to fancy chickens!) . His wife was very nice but putting the kettle on for 30-40 surprise visitors would have been a bit much!😂
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'll check out your video too.
That's nice you got an impromptu tour of the coach driver's garden - it's such a lovely location overlooking the loch. I agree, tea for 40 would have been a struggle!
@@relicsruins I would love to visit the Kirk again. You might enjoy my video from earlier this year of St.Eunan’s College, Letterkenny, Ireland at night by drone. My first night flight😊
@@TerryMcGearyScotland I've just watched a few of your videos. There's some great drone footage there! It's inspired me to take mine with me more often
@@relicsruins Excellent! I’ve brought mine to the Dolomites to find it’s no-drones zone😔
Beautiful! As I sidenote, I didn't know the word 'kirk'. It's very similar to the Flemish word for Church, which is 'kerk'. Could the similarity have to do with Scotland's history of Flemish settlers?
I just see online etymologists suspect Kirk is a Norwegian loanword, but the pronunciation used in Scotland is much more similar to the phonetics for the same word in Flanders, than to the pronunciation used in Norway... As up to a third of the current Scottish population may have Flemish ancestors, I'd like to think etymologists might have to reconsider their theory. Vikings weren't the only settlers in Scotland
That's a really interesting point, you may well be right. I was aware that there were a large number of Flemish settlers, especially in the Moray area. It's very possible that it is of Flemish origin.
Thank you so much for watching, and for your interesting comment!
Loch Awe is pronounced just as you see it. The E is silent. And Argyll is pronounced as in “pile”. You’re welcome!
Thanks for the corrections! You'll have to come and visit Trottiscliffe one day...
@@relicsruins 😄 there are many places in Scotland that have confusingly pronounced names. Argyll and Loch Awe are not amongst them. Milngavie and Anstruther spring to mind!