Dunblane Cathedral
7 minute walk from Dunblane station · Stirling, Central and Fife · Free entry
Dunblane Cathedral is a historic Church of Scotland building dedicated to the 6th-century saint, St Blane. Most of its impressive Gothic structure dates to the 13th century, though it features a distinct bell-tower with 11th-century foundations. Restored in the late 19th century, it is now owned by the Crown and looked after by Historic Scotland.
The building is home to the largest surviving collection of medieval Scottish ecclesiastical woodwork after King's College Chapel, including 15th-century choir stalls with unusual carvings of bats. History lovers will find the graves of three poisoned sisters and remains of an ancient episcopal palace. In the nave, a standing stone commemorates the events of March 1996.
Visitors can explore the interior for no entrance charge to see a vast collection of stained glass, including the 1906 Tree of Jesse. Notable highlights include the mural tomb of Bishop Clement and the choir's long vaulted chamber. Outside, the churchyard contains war graves and early Christian cross-slabs reflecting the site's long spiritual heritage.
Visitor information
- Place type
- Cathedral
- Good for
- Archaeology & ancient history, Architecture, Churches, abbeys & cathedrals
- Characteristics
- Gothic, Medieval, Nationally significant
- Admission
- Free
- Region
- Stirling, Central and Fife
Stations within walking distance
- Dunblane station — 7 min walk, 0.5 km
Other places near Dunblane
- Dunblane to Ashfield riverside walk, Dunblane — 4 min walk from the station
- Dunblane Museum — 6 min walk from the station
- Leighton Library — 6 min walk from the station
- Dunblane New Golf Club — 8 min walk from the station
- Lecropt Kirk Parish Church — 39 min walk from the station