church of the holy rude

144sandrat

Very good welcome and friendly, helpful people. Full of history and especially like the "Angel Window" - lookout for this one - eyes above! Occasionally organ recitals are given in the afternoon. Good for contemplation and quiet. Small gift shop.

apucr01

This is a beautiful historical gem in the castle area of Stirling. As a child , King James V1 ( James 1 ) was crowned here and this earns the church landmark status in UK history. Parking nearby was easy (in Feb.) and you are in a historic part of Stirling with adjacent areas of interest for the tourist.

Scottishlady1962

A beautiful church which has been carefully restored in the inside. Mary Queen of Scots was crowned here. Close to Stirling Castle. Interesting graveyard with graves dating back many centuries. Well worth a visit in this historic old part of Stirling.

MargaretW32

Beautiful place with such an odd name - you can walk around in peace and quiet in December - not sure about in season. It is 15th century I think and there are even older grave stones to say nothing of the stained glass windows. Well worth visit for anyone.

VickyTheGooner

A lovely historical church with a huge graveyard attached, but sadly closed in the winter. Really disappointed.

2nstra

When visiting Stilring you have to visit this churchGreat views from the graveyard towards the castle but also over the rural landscape.The graveyard is impressive with the statues from the Convenaters.Alas the church was closed when we visited in November.

TeddyJudePortelli

A Church with a rich Scottish History. Very typical english building. Rich in History especially with the Royals of Scotland.

TeriK242

This is right at Stirling Castle and is really cool. One of those sights you must see when you visit Stirling Castle.

AumNicol

We lived one month in Stirling and went every Sunday to church service. Why? Not only is the church inviting towards worship and prayer... It's good energy was within the congregation itself who invited us to tea and coffee afterwards talking to us and making us feel at home. Wishe we lived here.

LindaB892

This is worth the visit if you have not been before. Steeped in history, it tells you so much from the stain glass windows to the gravestones. Take a moment to sit and feel the calmness of the church and imagine being surrounded by the music from the magnificent organ. 700 years of history, you have to experience it.

Arkansas Traveler Ruth

What a building! What an opportunity to see a church where others have worshipped since the 1500's. What a blessing for Stirling and how wonderful that their peoples loved their God enough to build an monument to their faith and belief.

HelenHy2014

If you're a singer in Stirling, you'll want to sing here - the acoustic is wonderful (if a tad scary). And the organ - believed to be one of Scotland's most powerful - makes one heck of a great sound too.If you're coming to listen, remember that it's a church - the seats are hard (even those with cushions) and, if there is an interval, there are only two loos. Sit at the back if you're happy to let the sound wrap around you, but if there's someone you particularly want to see, get there early as it's a long narrow church and front seats get taken quickly. But do go. It really is a very special place. The atmosphere of the building, especially around Christmas, is something special. Quiet, dignified, regal and comforting.It's really hard to imagine that this was once a church that was divided - literally - for hundreds of years. You'll have to look hard to find where the wall went. I've said there's food available - which isn't quite true - but you'd be daft not to cross the Square to Cowane's Hospital for a cup of tea and home baking after your visit.

julierV263SE

This was a beautiful church in a lovely location next to Stirling Castle and the Cowanes Hospital. Lots of interesting articles to read and stones with inscriptions. The stain glass windows were amazing, I took many photo's Well worth a look at this beautiful 700year old church

Marque01

This Church has a remarkable history and it has been well preserved. The ornate stained glass windows are spectacular. The church as a very peaceful atmosphere and the presence of God is very much experienced in this holy place of worship.

CathOWigan

Visited here on a quiet day, and really enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere. I always visit when I'm in Stirling.