Kilmory Knap Chapel

Knapdale, United Kingdom

Kilmory Knap Chapel is a 13th-century Christian chapel, located at the tiny hamlet of Kilmory. When the roof was lost the building was used as a burial enclosure. The structure was re-roofed in 1934 to hold a large collection of Early Christian cross slabs, late medieval graveslabs and standing crosses of West Highland type, from the 14th to 16th centuries. The chapel is an important historical site of Clan Macmillan (of Knap). In the church is Macmillan's Cross, a well-preserved piece of medieval carving, portraying the Chief of the clan with hunting dogs. The chapel is cared for by Historic Scotland on behalf of the State.

Simon Brighton associates Kilmory Knap Chapel with the Knights Templar suggesting the area may have given refuge to Templars fleeing persecution in France.

References:

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Address

Knapdale, United Kingdom

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Details

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

More Information

www.historic-scotland.gov.uk
en.wikipedia.org
www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk

Rating

4.8/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

madalene Johnston (3 years ago)
Well worth a visit if you have an interest in ancient stones, a very eclectic collection. The Chapel has been renovated to a standard that is protecting the carved stones within. A beautiful area for a drive.

Tunde Cockshott (4 years ago)
Lovely place. The carved stones are stunning. A very sensitive restoration of the roof which does not detract from the original building. Like that you use the ancient key to let yourself in. You can stand in the graveyard and look across to the papps of Jura.

Caroline Crook (4 years ago)
Beautiful spot and amazing early grave markers

Steve M (4 years ago)
Nicely done. A glass roof allows the daylight to pour in, windows with grates instead of glass allows the fresh air in. Not stuffy or dark. Why don't they do this to more old churches?

Christopher Whalen (4 years ago)
There’s a perspex roof here, so it would be a good place to shelter during a rain shower.

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