Key facts
- Denomination
- Presbyterian
- Address
- Paisley, PA1 1JG
Renfrewshire - Built
- 1163
- Listed status
- Category A listed
Sources: Wikipedia, Wikidata Q3018559, OpenStreetMap
Before visiting Paisley Abbey
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 Paisley Abbey
Paisley Abbey is an active Church of Scotland parish church in central Paisley, Renfrewshire. Standing beside the White Cart Water, it serves a Presbyterian congregation and is protected as a Category A listed building.
A Cluniac priory was established here in 1163 by Walter fitz Alan, with monks arriving from Much Wenlock. It became an abbey in 1245 and was rebuilt during the later 1300s after being burned by Edward I in 1307. The Gothic structure incorporates work from the 14th century and extensive reconstruction undertaken between 1858 and 1928, including the north porch and eastern choir. Inside are the 10th-century Barochan Cross, a carved stone frieze illustrating episodes from the life of Saint Mirin, and the Wallace Memorial Window depicting Samson. The abbey also contains burials associated with the High Stewards of Scotland and Marjorie Bruce, mother of Robert II.
Getting there
Frequently asked questions
What denomination is Paisley Abbey?⌄
Paisley Abbey in Paisley belongs to the Presbyterian tradition.
How old is the Paisley Abbey building?⌄
The building dates from 1163. It is on the statutory register as a Category A listed building.
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