Reviews of The Parish Church of St Cuthbert. (Church) in Edinburgh (Edinburgh).

The Parish Church of St Cuthbert

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5 Lothian Rd, Edinburgh EH1 2EP, United Kingdom

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Open hours of The Parish Church of St Cuthbert

Sunday

9:30am–12pm, 6–7pm

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

10:30am–3:30pm

Wednesday

10:30am–3:30pm

Thursday

10:30am–3:30pm

Friday

10:30am–1:30pm

Saturday

Closed

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Reviews of The Parish Church of St Cuthbert

j. d.

Lovely church at the end of princess street park. Inside was nice. There is a Tiffany stain glass window there.

T. M.

Founded in the 11th century this church has been damaged or destroyed by various armies besieging the Castle above it so much that nothing is left of the medieval church , the present building is from the late 19th century , the graveyard has lots of striking headstones and all have views of Edinburgh castle rising above it.

D. S.

This church is the oldest site of Christian worship in Scotland dating from the 7th century. The building is not particularly old with the steeple from late 18th century and the remainder of the building from late 19th centuary. The building is open to visitors (see church website for details) and there are normally 3 services on Sundays, 09.30, 11.00 and 18.00.All welcome Saints and Sinners alike. I particularly enjoy the 9.30 o'clock service. A real feeling of belonging Numbers of attenders are small but we all get along really well and I come away refreshed . However at present (September 2020) best look at the website to see which services are taking place

W. S.

This is a fun story. Our daughter (from the States) is currently pursuing her PhD in writing at the University of Edinburgh. She has attended this church while there. We visited her in 2019, when she was getting her Masters, and we spent much time at the church and cemetery. Our daughter-in-law is into genealogy, and just told us our 3x grandfather lived, worked and died in Edinburgh, AND is buried in St. Cuthberts cemetery. A little spooky. Great church!

J. G.

The place is incredibly. It is an old chapel with lot of history throwback in 1800. The graveyard was the same, above the Edinburgh castle. Beautiful view and peaceful.

A. F.

A quiet environment in busy central Edinburgh. The park/cemetery has good views of the castle and a Tiffany window features to the left upon entering the nave, next to a large organ. The volunteers are welcoming and keen to impart their knowledge of the church. The church featured a beautiful piece by video artist Bill Viola when visited but the lighting around the display detracted a bit. Otherwise a decent spot for contemplation or rest.

S. H.

The building is exceptional and there is a lot of local historical interest to be read about the site. I was there to support a friend who was taking the Associated Board of Music Piano Grade 5 piano exam.

D. S.

Attended Christmas Eve Service, and absolutely loved it. A very historical and beautiful church. My only comment would be they didn't use the pipe organ.

P. &. J. H.

A fabulous place to relax and extremely well located. We recommend to walk through the gorgeous cemetery surrounding the church; such a peaceful and scenic place, with Edinburgh Castle just sitting on top.

L. S.

I love Edinburgh, such history. St Cuthbert's Churchyard first occupant is said to be that of an English Knights Templar and the church witnessed the marriage of Agatha Christie. Well worth a visit.

A. S.

Next to the Princes garden, on the Princes street. Magnificent dome, beautiful interiors. Numerous ancient graves in the adjacent graveyard.

W. F. A.

Beautiful church. Very welcoming to visitors. If you're in Edinburgh and you love to see medieval history, then you should totally visit this place. It's amazing!!!

B. H.

Very helpful and friendly staff at this church allowed us to enter and take some photos, the stained glass windows are beautiful. Would recommend a visit if you get the chance.

K. M.

My Mom and I were taking a walk and just happened upon this Kirkyard. We didnt go into the Parrish but thought the Kirkyard was really cool. Typically green Scottish gravestones, Very peaceful. We actually enjoyed this Kirkyard more than the other 3 we visited in Edinburgh. Mostly because it was a hidden gem. Quite beautiful. The only reason I'm docking a star is due to the neglect at some of the graves tucked into corners; trash, debris, obvious homeless camps. Edinburgh, please clean it up!

p. d.

Great art exhibition relating to climate change mostly done by children and tea and coffee was served as a welcome extra as the weather was bad outside.

M. D.

Very nice place, only don't have a space to put one candle.......

C. B.

Fabulous concert well organised beautiful church

S. L.

The church, the churchyard and the location is beautiful, while on the inside this church is a bit moderate. The frieze in the apse, resembling the Last Supper, and the marble pulpit are worth a visit, while the rest of the room is quite stale. There is an interesting history at this site, though, and the welcoming staff can tell the story!

A. H.

A nice church to visit and there was a art exhibition on about saving the planet.

J. H.

Impressive church - quite Gothic and atmospheric surrounded by a graveyard. I've been to recitals here and it was fab.

J. C.

Great venue for the National youth choir to do performance. The grounds sends you back to another age and you forget you are in the middle of town.

H. N.

Our visit on 11th August from London. Very warm welcome. Great ambiance. Friendly, helpful staff. Best fish and chips we have ever had. We will definitely reccomend it and will come back again. Thank you and we haven't even had dessert yet that's how great it is.

T. B.

The church is beautiful and the concert my partner and I attended was lovely; however, the people organising the event gave us a weird look just because of our tattoos and piercings. That kind of prejudiced attitude isn't nice at all especially if you're paying for and supporting early music presentations.

R. D.

In my opinion the best way to visit the old town is by joining one of the walking tours that will take you to the hidden gems and give you a good background for exploring the place on your own afterwards. There are so many small closes, squares and buildings you would never see on your own, and on top of it you get all the good stories

C. G.

The oldest Christian site in Edinburgh which predates St Giles Cathedral, the former High Kirk of Edinburgh. The churchyard and cemetery have some interesting graves and are worth visiting.

p. k.

Open at night, Wich is great for a night thrill.

R. H.

You have to visit. Loads of old and interesting archetectural nuances.

G. C.

Magical place with an old historic picturesque graveyard with ancient trees. There is a very spiritual vibe and good feeling in this area. My wife is a seer & medium and she adores this place!

D. P.

If you like old kirkyards and gravestones then this is the place for you

M. B.

The exterior was beautiful, but as we didn't visit the interior I cannot give 5 stars on an expectation alone. The grounds were great even with the construction and maintenance people on site.

L. B.

Beautiful old church. We received Avery warm welcome from everyone. They are very willing to help you find what you need. This is well worth an hour to visit and soakup the history.

M. S.

A beautiful church yard and gardens

A. D.

Gorgeous church overlooking the gardens.

O. S.

Lovely views of the Edinburgh castle.

B. G.

Liked the gardens and graveyard. Perhaps found the rector's grave who baptized my g-g-grandfather. Sadly, could not get in to examine baptismal records due to the music competition they were hosting that day.

J. M.

A very interesting church in the heart of the city. The furnishings & fittings are exceptional. The churchyard also has a very large collection of interesting headstones.

E. K. A. (.

Peaceful ambiance for spiritual activities.

A. F.

A lovely place surrounded in tranquility even counting Princess St is so close. You find a relaxing and out-of-time sense between the graves of the yard. Simply great

S. S.

Beautiful interior, a wonderfully peaceful place

D. K.

Beautiful church

W. R.

Well preserved history

A. M.

we saw this church as we were passing did not go inside but I hope it's not to long till we revisit Edinburgh and then will call in took a mascot with us we take to places we visit took a photo of it not far from this really lovely looking church our mascot with us he as his own group on Facebook called travel with Max hope it's not long till we revisit this beautiful place Edinburgh

R. S. (.

Very cool & eerie (at least at twilight). Unfortunately, we did not get to enter, but the outside is great. Try going just before dark... it's super creepy, but fun.

A. P.

Beautiful church just off Princes Street. Easy to miss but well worth a visit due to unusual architecture and art work.

The church is interesting enough but the graveyard around it is a place of wonder. Spend a moment or two and just wander the grounds and appreciate the history

S. R.

Architecturally interesting. Stained glass window by Tiffany. Good acoustics. Downside is the extremely uncomfortable seating-very narrow pews.

K. J.

Quiet place to wander among the gravestones. Good views of Edinburgh Castle from here, and it's at the corner of an enormous park.

V. X.

Wonderful cemetaty close to the big park.

a. j.

Has great acoustics. Il Signor Bruschino one act opera is on, and is excellent - acting as well as singing and playing

D. H.

This is a wonderful historic church with a friendly congregation and they are renowned for their charity work.

P. R.

Beautiful old church in lovely setting. Worth visiting. Always seems to have something going on

A. B.

I am looking to find my great great Grandad Henry Clinch who I believe got married in Edinburgh around 1840. The only one I found a record of is in St Cuthbert's I now need to follow up on this. Thanks Findmy past team.

E. A. G. A.

Beautiful and the graveyard is too amazing. Be aware there are homeless people living in some of the crypts.

R. W.

Traveling? Definitely go inside, it is beautiful; but I wouldn't skip something else you're excited fornin order to visit.

D. G.

The architecture was worth a visit...really impressive and the gardens provided amazing views of the castle

A. H.

Wonderful church for concerts. We heard the national scottish choir sing with the symphony in this beautiful church and the experience was great.

G. B.

Historical graveyard in the centre of Edinburgh . Leads through to Princes Street Gardens.

B. B.

Nice view of the castle

A. T.

We were meet by a very gracious front desk person who answered questions about the church and it rich history.

D. “. D.

Amazing and helping staff who care and have been helping me conquer my addiction

H. W.

Stunning place. We enjoyed the NYCOS Christmas concert in this beautiful setting.

J. G.

Sunday free breakfast and lovely cuppa, clothes if needed

C. H.

Beautiful chapel. Greco roman design . Good place for recovery meeting

T. T.

Attractive church with atmospheric graveyard. Apparently falling headstones have caused injuries in the past but it's still worth a ramble.

G. S. G.

School concert was held there tonight - excellent acoustics in a great seeing.

E. D.

First time in the St Cuthbert Church..big church...beautiful colour glass windows

H. I.

A great building tucked away

K. P.

We dropped in for a wonderful organ concert, and enjoyed the architecture as well.

B. B.

Absolutely stunning church, and amazing old graveyard in the heart of Edinburgh

W. F.

A beautiful church with gorgeous interior. Love singing there.

J. D.

Beautiful church in the heart of the city. Went to see RTO concert at the fringe.

G. a. S. M.

Except for the broken alcohol bottles strewn about a nice, peaceful walk through the graveyard.

G. M.

Attended Come n Sing event with John Rutter,great venue & spacious.

T. F.

Beautiful church to stop for a moment of peace and prayer. Parishioners are very friendly and helpful.

A. K.

Beautiful building, fascinating graveyard. Sociable choir Monday evening

A. H.

Good place for services. Our choir sometimes uses it. Nice venue

C. H.

Went to see Il Signor Bruschino by Cambridge University Opera Society which was fantastic.

A. B.

Haunted! Party of our Edinburgh ghost bus tour. Fantastic

T. F.

Beautiful church to stop for a moment of peace and prayer. Parishioners are very friendly and helpful.

A. K.

Beautiful building, fascinating graveyard. Sociable choir Monday evening

E. F.

Was closed for the visitors 3 days in a row

J. B.

Great we church Nice and central🤗.Welcoming and camunity based church

P. S.

Good AA meetings

A. B.

Haunted! Party of our Edinburgh ghost bus tour. Fantastic

j. T.

Was at a come and sing event and it was marvellous to sing in a beautiful church

V. M.

we were very lucky - there was an instrumental concert on. amazing!

J. W.

Calm and quite...gorgeous with deeply warm energy A beautiful piece of history...

C. L. T.

Beautiful church. Fantastic place to sing.

M. L.

Calming and welcoming environment in one of the most beautiful settings in the whole of Edinburgh!

J. B.

Great we church Nice and central🤗.Welcoming and camunity based church

T. P.

Wonderful church verry welcoming a great place to worship

C. L. T.

Beautiful church. Fantastic place to sing.

D. B.

Enjoyed

A. M.

The Carol service and welcome at the church was first class

I. K.

Beautiful old historical place of worship.

K. S.

Brilliant and iconic church. Worth a visit

M. L.

It was nice church, very pretty.

d. f.

Beautiful church and peaceful cemetery.

G. L.

Lovely people. Beautiful building.

D. W.

The monk in the shadow says it all. See me ... feel me. Husky

T. P. A.

liked the Tiffany stained glass window and cemetery

d. L.

Beautiful church, join for a service if you can.

E. N.

Wonderful place to visit, atmospheric!

M. P.

The Scottish can build beautiful churches here.

L. D.

Incredibly interesting and beautiful Church.

K. H.

Certainty needs maintenance; mosses and lichens eroding property

r. w.

Great view of the castle

V. S.

Just passing by on our way to Georgian House and we were amazed

M. T.

Edinburgh Scotland

R. M.

Iconic church in a beautiful location.

J. G.

Tubularbrass concert held there was brilliant

P. S.

Good AA meetings

K. B.

Went to a good concert there

D. G.

Beautiful church

V. A.

Wonderful experience

T. F.

I only wish that I could give it a ten.

N. B.

We had a lovely time.

s. P.

my great great great great grandfather was born there, I think?

B. W.

Great music concert

A. F.

Good concert venue

K. G.

Quite place to sit down and relax.

S. M.

Really friendly and helpful staff

A. g.

Amazing Christmas concert

S. T.

Great places! 🧡🧡🧡

F. C.

Stunning.

M. R.

Nice place to walking.

J. H.

That architecture is Brill

R. O.

Beautiful building

V. E.

Nice church.

S. B.

Beautiful windows

S. W.

Beautiful

P. L.

Beautiful church

T. R.

amazing

R. M.

Nice building

D. M.

Beautiful ❤️

黃.

Love, peace

j. D.

Great place

J. D.

Nice place

m. s.

House of God

P. M.

(Translated) The Parish Church of St. Cuthbert is a Presbyterian church, near the intersection of Princes Street and Lothian Road, next to the St. John's church; it has a certain importance for its ancient cemetery with seventeenth-century tombs; it is supposed to have been erected in 850 AD and therefore it would be the oldest church in Edinburgh. (Original) The Parish Church of St. Cuthbert è una chiesa presbiteriana , in vicinanza dell'incrocio tra Princes Street e Lothian Road , a fianco della chiesa St. John's ; ha una certa importanza per il suo antico cimitero con tombe seicentesche ; si suppone che sia stata eretta nel 850 d.C. e quindi sarebbe la chiesa più antica di Edimburgo .

Т. Т.

(Translated) This is the first time I've seen so many people orientated in temples. Children's room, toilets, tea coffee ... It is immediately clear that the church is not just a place of spirit and prayer, but there is a place of meetings, communication, exchange of information and emotions, where everyone who comes meets a warm welcome (Original) Я первый раз наблюдаю в храмах настолько много ориентированности на людей. Детская комната, туалеты, чай кофе... Сразу видно, что церковь является не просто местом духа и молений, а есть место встреч, общения, обмена информацией и эмоциями, где каждый пришедший встречает радушный прием

(Translated) Quiet and quiet oasis. Possibilities to buy souvenirs etc. The church room itself was perhaps a bit boring. But seemed like a building that was used and not just for decoration. There was toilet available for visitors. (Original) Rolig og stille oase. Muligheter til å kjøpe suvenirer etc. Selve kirkerommet var kanskje litt kjedelig. Men virket som et bygg som ble brukt og ikke bare til pynt. Det var toalett tilgjengelig for besøkende.

Z. C.

(Translated) Fantastic peace and quiet. The relief of the Last Supper is quite uplifting instead of the cross and Jesus pinned. No admission, you can take photos, accept donations and give as well. (Original) Fantasztikus béke és nyugalom. Az utols vacsora domborműve a kereszt és a felszegezett Jézus helyett egészen felemelő.Más az üzenete. Belépő nincs, fotózni lehet, adományt elfogadnak és illik is adni.

I. A.

(Translated) Well interesting this church, where Agatha Christie married !! It is at the end of the gardens of Princess Street ... At your entrance we have a small cemetery! Make the visit! (Original) Bem interessante esta igreja, onde casou Agatha Christie!! Fica no final dos jardins da Princess Street... À sua entrada temos um pequeno cemitério! Façam a visita!

D. R. H.

(Translated) Curious and beautiful area at the foot of. Castle Rock, surrounded by a cemetery with prominent characters and beautiful gardens that in winter fills the area with mysticism and a gloomy touch that is sometimes scary. (Original) Zona curiosa y bonita a los pies de. Castle Rock, rodeada de un cementerio con personajes destacados y unos bonitos jardines que en invierno llena la zona de misticismo y un toque lúgubre que a veces da miedo.

A. D. S.

(Translated) A mixture of the fantastic with the terror, and a whole brutal architecture with regard to graveyard. I did not, but there are companies that do fantastic horror tours. (Original) Uma mistura do fantástico com o terror, e toda uma arquitetura brutal no que diz respeito a cemitério. Não fiz, mas há empresas que fazem tours de terror fantástico.

(Translated) Beautiful church and environment, quiet and ancient (Original) 蠻美的教堂及環境，安靜古老

(Translated) Curious church within a cemetery, the penalty is the abandonment of some of its tombstones destroyed. (Original) Curiosa iglesia dentro de un cementerio la pena es el abandono de destrozó de algunas de sus lápidas.

B. O.

(Translated) Initially I had given two stars, only because the church inside it, although it has some interesting details, is quite bare. For the rest I have to say that the reception by the volunteers was fantastic and cordial. With lots of explanations in all languages. The church garden is wonderful and well-kept. (Original) Inizialmente avevo dato due stelle, solo perché la chiesa al suo interno, per quanto abbia dei particolari interessanti, è abbastanza spoglia. Per il resto devo dire che l'accoglienza da parte dei volontari è stata fantastica e cordiale. Con tanto di spiegazioni in tutte le lingue. Il giardino della chiesa è meraviglioso e curato.

(Translated) Despite its location in the center of the city, the church maintains a silent and somber calm between its mature trees and heavy moss headstones. The Gothic setting boasts an attractive dome, beautiful stained glass windows and an imposing 19th century organ. The current church building dates back a long way. Although St Cuthbert was completed in 18994, there were six previous churches. (Original) Apesar da sua localização no centro da cidade, a igreja mantém uma silenciosa e sombria calma entre as suas árvores maduras e pesadas lápides de musgo. O cenário gótico conta com uma cúpula atraente, belos vitrais e um imponente órgão do século 19. O atual edifício da igreja remonta a um longo caminho. Embora St Cuthbert foi concluída em 18994, houveram seis igrejas anteriores.

S. W.

(Translated) Free visit, very pretty church in the heart of the city. The people who work there are super nice! You can leave notes on the walls, prayers ... To visit! (Original) Visite gratuite, église très jolie en plein coeur de la ville. Les personnes qui y travaillent sont super gentilles ! Vous pouvez laisser des notes sur les murs, des prières... À visiter !

(Translated) Cemeteries are one of the elements that most caught my attention in old Edinburgh. This is in the heart of the city. With a romantic air, through its tombstones we can learn many things about the city and the vicissitudes that its inhabitants had to face in the 19th century. Walking through it is a joy, do not miss it. (Original) Los cementerios son uno de los elementos que más me llamó la atención del viejo Edimburgo. Este está en pleno centro de la ciudad. Con un aire romántico, a través de sus lápidas podremos aprender muchas cosas sobre la ciudad y las vicisitudes que tuvieron que enfrentarse sus habitantes en el siglo XIX. Pasear por el es un gozada, no os lo perdáis.

a. h.

(Translated) Quietly situated in the hustle and bustle of Edinburgh's tourist mile, the old Victorian church with its graveyard exudes something of the tranquility of an eye in the midst of a hurricane. Well maintained and definitely worth seeing (Original) Ruhig gelegen in der Hektik von Edinburgs Touristenmeile verströmt die alte Viktorianische Kirche mit Ihrem Friedhof etwas von der Ruhe eines Auges inmitten eines Hurrikans. Gepflegt und auf jeden Fall Sehenswert

M. L. R.

(Translated) All of Edinburgh's churches and cathedrals are spectacular. One has the impression of being on a film set (Harry Potter, the Throne of Swords) etc. (Original) Tutte le chiese e le cattedrali di Edimburgo sono spettacolari . Si ha l'impressione di essere su un set cinematografico (Harry Potter , il Trono di Spade ) ecc ....

M. R. M.

(Translated) It has a privileged location, surrounded by a garden and an old and beautiful cemetery, with spectacular views of the castle. Excellent for listening to concerts if you are lucky. (Original) Tiene una ubicación privilegiada, rodeada de jardín y un antiguo y bello cementerio, con vistas espectaculares del castillo. Excelente para escuchar conciertos si tienes la suerte.

C. G.

(Translated) Very pleasant and relaxing cemetery. Depending on your sensitivity, you will find a grim reaper who walks there and settles quietly in the sculpture on the church ... (Original) Cimetière très agréable et reposant. Selon votre sensibilité, vous y trouverez une faucheuse qui s'y balade et se pose tranquillement dans la sculpture sur l'église...

R. J.

(Translated) Beautiful church with ornate paintings and beautiful windows. Admission is free as in most churches in Edinburgh. (Original) Schöne Kirche mit kunstvollen Malereien und wunderschönen Fenstern. Der Eintritt ist wie in dem meisten Kirchen in Edinburgh kostenlos.

A. W.

(Translated) Magical cemetery, don't forget to visit this place. (Original) Magisk kyrkogård, glöm inte att besöka denna platsen.

(Translated) Beautiful in its simplicity, but the most positive note is the friendliness of the people we found to welcome us. Thank you! (Original) Bella nella sua semplicità, ma la nota maggiormente positiva è la cordialità delle persone che abbiamo trovato ad accoglierci. Grazie!

K. G.

(Translated) I loved this place with its old gravestones and this side a little ghostly (Original) J'ai adoré ce lieu avec ses vieilles pierres tombales et ce côté un peu fantomatique

L. D.

A. G. (. G.

(Translated) Nice Church at the foot of the castle. (Original) Bonita Iglesia a los pies del castillo.

W. B.

(Translated) Impressive the old cemetery that surrounds the church, tombs of hundreds of years of antiquity very well preserved. (Original) Impactante el antiguo cementerio que rodea la iglesia, tumbas de cientos de años de antiguedad muy bien conservadas.

C. O.

(Translated) Beautiful but like all the same Gothic style as all so that it is not so surprising but that does not take away the beautiful. (Original) Bonita pero como todas el mismo estilo gótico como todas así q ya no es tan sorprendente pero eso no le quita lo bonita.

M. F.

(Translated) Nice architecture (Original) Ładna architektura

F. A.

(Translated) Great view of the castle from below .. Gothic church (Original) Grande veduta del castello da sotto.. Chiesa gotica

A. S.

(Translated) The priest kindly invites you, asks where you came from, and gives you a briefing in your mother tongue. (Original) A pap kedvesen beinvitál, megkérdezi, hogy honnan jöttél és ad egy anyanyelvi tájékoztatót.