Key facts
- Denomination
- Church of Scotland
- Address
- Dornoch, IV25 3SH
Highland - Built
- 1300
- Listed status
- Category A listed
Sources: Wikipedia, Wikidata Q975891, OpenStreetMap
Before visiting Dornoch Cathedral
Service times are not recorded in this listing. We cannot confirm when the next service takes place or whether the building opens outside worship hours.
We do not have confirmed information here about step-free access, accessible toilets, hearing support or supervised children’s groups. If these matter for your visit, ask the church about the specific service you plan to attend.
No direct contact details are recorded. Use the linked sources above or the wider local directory to continue your search.
About Dornoch Cathedral
Dornoch Cathedral is an active Church of Scotland parish church in Dornoch, Highland. Although it retains its historic title, it no longer has cathedral status. Formerly a Roman Catholic cathedral and the base of the Bishops of Caithness, the church is now protected as a Category A listed building. Its burial ground borders Dornoch Castle, which incorporates reconstructed remains of the bishops’ medieval residence.
Founded by Gilbert de Moravia, later known as Saint Gilbert of Dornoch, the church was erected in 1224 during the rule of Alexander II. It suffered severe fire damage amid local conflict in 1570. William Burn directed extensive restoration from 1835 to 1837, replacing the surviving medieval aisled nave with a narrower, pillarless structure. Further alterations in 1924–26 exposed interior masonry and formed a Sutherland family burial space with substantial marble memorials. An organ donated by Andrew Carnegie was installed in 1893 and later enlarged.
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Frequently asked questions
What denomination is Dornoch Cathedral?⌄
Dornoch Cathedral in Dornoch belongs to the Church of Scotland tradition.
How old is the Dornoch Cathedral building?⌄
The building dates from 1300. It is on the statutory register as a Category A listed building.
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