Location
Adjacent to the village square and the River Tay. Signposted from the A9.
Location
Adjacent to the village square and the River Tay. Signposted from the A9.
In the aftermath of Killiecrankie the victorious Jacobites moved south to attack the government's garrison at Dunkeld on 21 August 1689. The Cameronian regiment fortified the cathedral and held them off, although their colonel, William Cleland, was killed and is buried in the cathedral's nave . The town was badly damaged during the fighting. The cathedral choir now serves as the parish church and also houses the Chapter House Museum while the ruinous nave and grounds are in the care of Historic Environment Scotland.
Access
Parking available in Dunkeld. Cathedral is visible from the grounds. No access to the nave at the present time due to conservation works. Choir and grounds have opening hours. Admission free.
Website
https://www.historicenvironment.scot/visit-a-place/places/dunkeld-cathedral/