The Ruins of the Cross Kirk can be found just north of the town centre of Peebles. The ruins were once a Trinitarian Priory. The priory was built by King Alexander III of Scotland following the discovery here of a cross and relics of St Nicholas of Myrna.

A fine cross was found on the site of the Cross Kirk in 1241, followed by the discovery of a stone urn containing what some claimed were the remains of St Nicholas. The church was founded there that century to mark the discovery of these sacred items.

The 1200s western doorway is the most significant feature to survive of the church, which stands surrounded by attractive mature Scots pine.

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Founded: 13th century
Category: Religious sites in United Kingdom

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Jess Astian (3 months ago)
A small but very well-maintained place for a little time travel to the medieval period. Despite the few remaining walls, there are still some interesting things to discover. Stone outlines in the grass show the former layout of rooms where no walls stand today.
Ingrid Peebles (19 months ago)
Really lovely & peaceful. Great history.
Brian Henderson (20 months ago)
Beautiful and peaceful. A ruined old church with a fascinating history. Links to St Nicholas and a site with many stories to tell. Free to enter, well maintained, credit to those who look after these places. 5*
Scott McCafferty (3 years ago)
Santa is buried here. That's right folks, Santa is dead..
K Rae (3 years ago)
Free, beautiful, very well maintained and relaxing old church ruins, with information boards around. No facilities but then it's virtually in the middle of Peebles so none necessary.
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