By far the largest cathedral in the land, St Andrews was the headquarters of the church in mediaeval Scotland. A religious site from at least the 8th century, the earliest surviving building is St Rule's Tower. This formed part of a church or cathedral built by Augustinian canons in the early 12th century.
The new cathedral was set out in 1160. After many delays it was finally dedicated in the presence of Robert the Bruce in 1318.
On June 11th 1559, following a sermon by John Knox, the cathedral was later abandoned in favour of the parish kirk. This great complex of mediaeval buildings fell into ruin.
The cathedral grounds, surrounded by the old precinct wall, with their well preserved ruins, are most impressive. The cathedral museum houses an outstanding collection of carved stones found on the site. There are splendid views from the top of St Rule's Tower. The adjoining graveyard has many interesting tombstones, including one for ‘Tommy' Morris the renowned 19th century golfer.
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March - September: Monday - Sunday, 9.30am - 6.30pm.
October - end March: Monday - Sunday, 9.30am - 4.30pm.
Closed 25th, 26th December.and 1st, 2nd January.
Please note: The carved stones and St Rules tower is closed daily from 12.30pm - 1.30pm.
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Includes entry to Museum and St Rule's Tower: Adult £3.50, Child £1.50, Concessions £2.50.
Joint ticket with St Andrew's Castle: Adult £6.00, Child £2.70, Concessions £4.50.
Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Reasonable wheelchair access, disabled toilets.
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Staffed property.
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In St Andrews on the A91.
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St Andrews Cathedral (HS)
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The Pends
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St. Andrews
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Fife
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KY16 9QL
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Tel: 01334 472563
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