Reviews of Duddingston Kirk. (Church) in Edinburgh (Edinburgh).

Duddingston Kirk

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5 Old Church Ln, Duddingston, Edinburgh EH15 3PX

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Information of Duddingston Kirk, Church in Edinburgh (Edinburgh)

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Reviews of Duddingston Kirk

J. C.

The parish church stands within the churchyard on a slight eminence overlooking Duddingston Loch. It was built in the 12th century as an unaisled, two-chambered, Romanesque building, and was enlarged in the 17th century by the addition of a north aisle and a central western tower. The original masonry has been repaired and in part renewed, either in the course of that alteration or on a subsequent occasion when the windows were enlarged.

E. H.

Jock Tamson's Gairden is a wonderful charity project growing fruit, vegetables, salads and herbs. Dr. Neill's Garden next door is an inspiration for any gardener or lovers of plants and flowers. Beautiful walk ways. Peace and serenity. Both overlooking Duddingston Loch - a wildlife reserve. A haven from the bustle of Edinburgh's city centre and great to relax here after climbing Arthur's Seat. Thoroughly recommend.

R. H.

Very small but real peaceful inside. If you are visiting you must get into dr Neil's garden over the wall it's great.

R. L.

Lovely old church with lots of history. A modern tearoom and garden make this a great place to visit.

J. H.

Johara was disappointed at the lack of ghosts, otherwise 4 stars

B. B.

Gorgeous wee church in Holyrood park

O. S.

A small 12th century church nestled at the corner of Duddingston Loch.

G. A.

Very friendly, welcoming, helpful.

R. H.

Nice

P. M.

Lovely gardens

C. M.

Great for pictures.

c. m. b. d.

Ancient Kirk and graveyard Peaceful Well maintained and great opportunity for photos Next to Queens park

A.

In one word - Beautiful!

P. E. G. d. Q.

We accidentally found him walking through Holyrood Park. It is a beautiful town with a lot of history and has a beautiful cemetery. Apparently this town is home to the oldest tavern in Scotland, 12th century. Although we didn't go in.

I. S.

Small, very cute village, there is the oldest pub in Scotland 1336, too bad I don't have a photo

A.

Beautiful!! Away from the hustle and bustle, it denotes peace and tranquility. Don't miss Dr. Nelson's gardens (I think it was called that). There is a gate to enter. They are incredible... and by the way, leave a small donation to keep them going maintaining them.

M. K.

Beautiful place

D. H.

Cozy typical English village.

J.

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A. S.

T. W.

P. J.

A fantastic place to go inside, full of history and stories. May I just say that you also must meet the .Minister Jim Jack, he brings laughter and joy whenever he speaks. He is an asset to the Kirk and is loved dearly by his parishioners.

D. O.

Beautiful old Kirk and grounds. Duddingston Loch & Arthur's seat. Part of the Historic Duddingston Village.

S. V.

Lovely old building in an idyllic setting with a welcoming and friendly congregation.

W. F.

Great wee kirk rev Jack the minister

S. V.

We visited this small but beautiful structure after been to the Arthur's Seat, walking down the peak.

s. k.

Duddingston Kirk is a Parish Church in the Church of Scotland, located adjacent to Holyrood Park in Duddingston Village, on the east side of the City of Edinburgh. Regular services are held at the kirk, conducted by the minister, Rev Dr James A. P. Jack (from 2001). The church was built in or around 1124 by Dodin, a Norman knight, on land granted to Kelso Abbey by King David I of Scotland. As originally built, the kirk consisted of the chancel, nave and square tower. The traditional pattern of an east–west axis was adopted. The original entrance on the south wall includes a particularly fine example of Scoto-Norman stone carving, with a round-topped doorway. Following the enlargement of the parish boundaries, the Prestonfield Aisle was added in 1631. This consists of a gallery, downstairs area and burial vaults were on the north side. In 1968 the kirk’s interior was reconditioned, with the former pipe organ removed. The entrance to the kirkyard from Duddingston village is notable for its gatehouse, built as a lookout point to deter "bodysnatchers" in the early 19th century. The Edinburgh bodysnatchers, known as "resurrectionists," stole recently buried corpses to sell to anatomists, and, as in the notorious case of Burke and Hare, sometimes also resorted to murder. Given its proximity to central Edinburgh, Duddingston has long been a favourite location for many of the city’s artists and professionals. The novelist Walter Scott was ordained an elder at Duddingston in 1806. The kirk has also been used as a venue during the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. A famous and widely admired minister in the early 19th century (1805–1840) was the Reverend John Thomson, a notable painter and friend of Raeburn and Turner. He referred to his parishioners (and large family) as "ma bairns" and hence one possible explanation of the popular Scottish expression "We’re a' Jock Tamson’s bairns". [Note the plaque opposite the church.) He was replaced in 1841 by James Macfarlane FRSE DD (1808-1866), who was Moderator of the General Assembly in 1865. The north triple window in the gallery is dedicated to Joan Carfrae, wife of the famous detective, Allan Pinkerton, who was born in Duddingston in 1822 and died in Chicago in 1887. The window is designed by Douglas Strachan. The stained glass immediately east of the pulpit commemorates Dr Stevenson Macadam, an elder in the church.

A. K.

Nice little church and graveyard just on the south side of Holyrood Park.

K. L.

Beatiful, grnerally in good condition.

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