St Machar's Cathedral
St Machar's Cathedral
4.5
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Rhonda T
Puerto Aventuras, Mexico341 contributions
May 2022
Nothing special about this one. Even though we showed up within the time frame outlined on their website for opening hours, the caretaker tried to tell me it was closed. I pointed out the website information and he almost begrudgingly let me in. Once inside I was very underwhelmed. Much nicer cathedrals elsewhere.
Written 14 May 2022
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Matthew303
Edinburgh, UK1,461 contributions
St Machar's Cathedral is located in Old Aberdeen, to the north of Aberdeen's city centre. This superb, very historic church is also the parish church for Old Aberdeen, with regular Sunday services. There has been a church on the site since the 6th century, but the current building largely dates from the 15th century. The 16th century ceiling (with numerous heraldic shields of European monarchs of the era) is particularly noteworthy. Open daily until 17.00 (16.00 in winter months).
Old Aberdeen also contains the main campus of the University of Aberdeen; it can be reached from the city centre by bus 20.
St Machar's Cathedral website: www.stmachar.com
University of Aberdeen website: www.abdn.ac.uk
Old Aberdeen community website: www.oldaberdeen.org.uk
Old Aberdeen also contains the main campus of the University of Aberdeen; it can be reached from the city centre by bus 20.
St Machar's Cathedral website: www.stmachar.com
University of Aberdeen website: www.abdn.ac.uk
Old Aberdeen community website: www.oldaberdeen.org.uk
Written 20 April 2010
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Murno
Angus, UK91 contributions
Jan 2013 • Solo
This is a lovely cathedral, impressive both from the inside and outside. The wooden ceiling is particularly interesting, boasting a large number (48) of heraldic shields. Housed inside is an interesting early Christian cross, surviving from an earlier church nearby. The graveyard is also very interesting, boasting a large number of graves, varying greatly in age and style. Well worth a visit.
Written 30 January 2013
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Katarzyna1
Warsaw, Poland96 contributions
Dec 2012 • Family
One of the must to see places in Aberdeen. Historical building in the quiet environment constituting old city together with very close University of Aberdeen. There is no entrance fee but you can make a donation. There are leaflets in different languages (even Polish that is not a case in even the most popular places) so you can read all history that is very interesting. Lady selling post cards was very helpful and explained all additional questions.
Written 5 January 2013
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donhawthorn
Ellon105 contributions
Nov 2012 • Couples
A historic cathedral which not only provides regular worship opportunities but is host to a series of musical and other events. For example The Bach Choir performs here. New minisiter is Rev Jane Barron, the first female cleric in a long and distinguished history. A well stocked shop with quality items is available and visitors are made welcome during the week. A detailed booklet reveals the mysteries of the magnificent heraldic ceiling and other features. Acoustics are first rate when hosting special events such as on Remembrance Sunday.
A living committed congregation. Bell ringers welcome you to this wonderful church.
A living committed congregation. Bell ringers welcome you to this wonderful church.
Written 11 December 2012
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Alibali27
Grangemouth, UK556 contributions
May 2021 • Solo
Lovely old church. It’s open most days and is beautiful inside. It was lovely and peaceful inside and I was able to light a candle and say a prayer.
Written 3 July 2021
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Ednamaymorrice
Aberdeen, UK82 contributions
Dec 2019 • Friends
Went along to the Christmas Eve watchnight service. Very last minute decision but an excellent one. The service was beautiful, the cathedral beautiful and the acoustics excellent.
Spent a good half an hour afterwards having a good look around the inside and reading about the building and its history. No one in a hurry to chase you out.
Made our Christmas Eve/Day.
Spent a good half an hour afterwards having a good look around the inside and reading about the building and its history. No one in a hurry to chase you out.
Made our Christmas Eve/Day.
Written 30 December 2019
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Maddy808
Seaton Delaval, UK271 contributions
July 2019 • Family
A lovely cool place to visit on what was a very warm sunny day! When we walked in we were warmly greeted by a guide who gave us some information and a plan of the ceiling. It was lovely to be able to walk round and enjoy the peace and tranquility. On the way out it was lovely to see the minister partaking in brew and a blether! Definitely worth a visit .
Written 7 August 2019
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EnjoyTravell1ng
Shrewsbury, UK180 contributions
July 2019 • Couples
Having spent the morning walking up the coast, along the river bank and around the park, this was a great place to wander around or sit for a peaceful break.
We had intended to visit as I have been researching for the family tree and the lady in the gift/information shop was very helpful when I asked about graves bringing out a large book with details of all the stones outside including location and inscriptions sorted by surname.
We had intended to visit as I have been researching for the family tree and the lady in the gift/information shop was very helpful when I asked about graves bringing out a large book with details of all the stones outside including location and inscriptions sorted by surname.
Written 18 July 2019
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Mara B
Raleigh, NC176 contributions
Mar 2019 • Couples
Layers of history, painted ceilings, sculptures, a Pictish stone, a lovely old graveyard, and occasional wonderful concerts. Acoustics are wonderful, of course.
Written 2 June 2019
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