St Peter's Ch

Heritage Site in Aberdeenshire

Scotland

St Peter's Ch

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St Peter's Church, located in the picturesque Aberdeenshire region of Scotland, is a historic heritage site that holds significant cultural and architectural value. The church, also known as Peterculter Parish Church, was established in the 19th century and has since become a prominent landmark in the area.

The architecture of St Peter's Church is a fine example of Gothic Revival style, with its striking pointed arches, tall spire, and intricate stone carvings. The church's exterior is adorned with beautiful stained glass windows, depicting biblical scenes and religious figures, adding to its visual appeal.

Inside, the church boasts a spacious nave with high vaulted ceilings and wooden pews, creating a peaceful and serene atmosphere. The interior is also adorned with more stained glass windows, allowing natural light to filter through and cast colorful patterns on the walls.

St Peter's Church has played a central role in the religious and social life of the local community for over a century. It has witnessed countless weddings, baptisms, and funerals, providing a place of solace and celebration for its parishioners.

The church's location in the heart of Aberdeenshire offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside, making it a popular site for visitors and tourists. The idyllic churchyard, with its well-maintained gravestones and peaceful gardens, provides a tranquil space for reflection and contemplation.

St Peter's Church stands as a testament to the rich history and heritage of Aberdeenshire, offering a glimpse into the region's architectural past and its enduring spiritual significance.

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St Peter's Ch Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.46/-2.858 or Grid Reference NJ4841. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Forestry Operations
Forestry Operations
Water treatment works at Craighead Reservoir
Water treatment works at Craighead Reservoir
Back road Layby
Back road Layby
Weeds and Clashmach Wild wetland with Clashmach Hill behind from Rob's Nook.
Weeds and Clashmach
Wild wetland with Clashmach Hill behind from Rob's Nook.
River Deveron The Deveron by Cairnford Bridge.
River Deveron
The Deveron by Cairnford Bridge.
Deveron Downstream The Deveron flowing away from Cairnford Bridge.
Deveron Downstream
The Deveron flowing away from Cairnford Bridge.
Hay Field Hay turning in a Deveronside field.
Hay Field
Hay turning in a Deveronside field.
A96 towards Huntly  Heading south east.
A96 towards Huntly
Heading south east.
A96 heading south east
A96 heading south east
Track into the Bin Forest Off the A96.
Track into the Bin Forest
Off the A96.
A96 towards Huntly  Heading south east.
A96 towards Huntly
Heading south east.
A bend in the A96 Heading south east towards Huntly.
A bend in the A96
Heading south east towards Huntly.
River Deveron A gap in the trees just off the yellow route offers a view of a meander in the River Deveron.
River Deveron
A gap in the trees just off the yellow route offers a view of a meander in the River Deveron.
Deveron View When the foreground spruce trees have grown a little taller, this view of the River Deveron will be obscured.
Deveron View
When the foreground spruce trees have grown a little taller, this view of the River Deveron will be obscured.
Lane leading to Wellheads Looking eastward.
Lane leading to Wellheads
Looking eastward.
Dunbennan Steading The steading of the farm at Dunbennan, seen from the south east end of the cemetery.
Dunbennan Steading
The steading of the farm at Dunbennan, seen from the south east end of the cemetery.
Dunbennan Cemetery Looking north west through the easterly side of Dunbennan Cemetery.
Dunbennan Cemetery
Looking north west through the easterly side of Dunbennan Cemetery.
Dunbennan Kirk The roofless vault reputedly incorporates the remains of the old kirk of Dunbennan.
Dunbennan Kirk
The roofless vault reputedly incorporates the remains of the old kirk of Dunbennan.
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St Peter's Ch is located at Grid Ref: NJ4841 (Lat: 57.46, Lng: -2.858)

Unitary Authority: Aberdeenshire

Police Authority: North East

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