St Bride's Chapel

Heritage Site in Perthshire

Scotland

St Bride's Chapel

A84 near Loch Lubnaig Credit: Steven Brown

St Bride's Chapel is a medieval ruin located in the county of Perthshire, Scotland. The chapel is believed to have been built in the 16th century and was dedicated to St Bride, a patron saint of poets, healers, and smiths. The chapel is situated in a picturesque setting, surrounded by rolling hills and lush greenery.

The chapel is constructed of local stone and features a simple rectangular layout with a pointed roof and arched windows. Despite its state of disrepair, the chapel still retains much of its original architectural charm and is a popular destination for visitors interested in Scottish history and heritage.

The chapel is steeped in legend and folklore, with stories of miraculous healings and spiritual encounters said to have taken place within its walls. Visitors can explore the chapel grounds and admire the intricate stonework and carvings that adorn the building.

Today, St Bride's Chapel is a protected heritage site under the care of Historic Environment Scotland, ensuring that this historic landmark will be preserved for future generations to enjoy.

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St Bride's Chapel Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.257/-4.283 or Grid Reference NN5809. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A84 near Loch Lubnaig

Steven Brown

Loch Lubnaig

Richard Webb

Forestry road in Stank Glen

Steven Brown

Loch Lubnaig

Driving north from Callander to enter serious mountain country.

David M Clark

Southern end of Loch Lubnaig

Seen from the Rob Roy Way on the Strathyre cyclepath.

Jim Barton

CafÃ© at Strathyre Forest Cabins

A convenient stop for refreshment on the Callander to Strathyre cycleway.

Jim Barton

Cyclepath to Strathyre

The old railway route is now National Cycle Network route 7 and the Rob Roy Way. The hillside ahead is on the other side of Loch Lubnaig, which bends to the NW about 2km away.

Jim Barton

Wooden chalets on west side of Loch Lubnaig

The chalet park is seen across the loch from a car park on the east side, beside the A84. The pink-tinged trees will be birch trees not yet in leaf.

Trevor Littlewood

View of Loch Lubnaig, as seen from a beach

Should've uploaded this ages ago. XD

Dawgy

Forest in Queen Elizabeth Forest Park

Doug Lee

View across Loch Lubnaig

Loch Lubnaig is a small loch near Callander. It is around 5 km long, and has depths of up to 45 metres. The loch nestles in the space between Ben Ledi and Ben Vorlich. Fed by the River Balvaig from the north and drained by the River Leny to the south. The route of the former Callander and Oban Railway runs along the west shore of the loch. This route has now been converted to a part of the National Cycle Network's Route 7 allowing cyclists and walkers to travel the 9 miles between Callander and Strathyre. The name Lubnaig is a Gaelic one, meaning crooked.

Doug Lee