- UK Information
- UK Attractions
- List Attractions by town/city
- St Giles' Cathedral
St Giles' Cathedral
There is record of a parish church in Edinburgh by the year 854, served by a vicar from a monastic house, probably in England. It is possible that the first church, a modest affair, was in use for several centuries before it was formally dedicated by the bishop of St Andrews on 6 October 1243. The parish church of Edinburgh was subsequently reconsecrated and named in honour of the patron saint of the town, St Giles, whose feast day is celebrated on 1 September.
0131 225 9442
Disabled Access
0131226 0673
Gothic-style cathedral containing a collection of stained glass windows dating from the 1870s onwards along memorials honouring Scottish soldiers and distinguished Scots.
Rail: Edinburgh Waverley