What is recorded here
Scotland's National Record of the Historic Environment records Mass Howe, St Nicholas's Church as Church (period Unassigned). The official map says its point is accurate as follows: NGR given to the nearest 10m. The record does not by itself mean that the public may enter the place.
St Nicholas is a widely venerated Christian saint, traditionally associated with miracles, protection of children, and maritime safety. Holy wells and sites linked to him often feature traditions of healing and offerings, though specific folklore connected to Mass Howe is not recorded.
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Places near here
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War MemorialMemorial · 545 yd
War Memorial, HolmHeritage place · 875 yd
Churchill Barrier No. 1, Mainland to Lamb HolmCauseway (20th Century) · 1139 yd
North shore machair and northwest corner of Italian Chapel, Lamb HolmChurch, cross or graveyard · 1268 yd
The Italian ChapelHeritage attraction · 1320 yd
Lamb Holm, Italian Chapel, StatueStatue (20th Century) · 1373 yd
Footpath to Hamly HillMountain or hill · 1.1 mi
St Mary's BayBay · 1.4 mi
Bay of SandberBay · 1.5 mi
Glims HolmIsland · 2.0 mi
Holm, St Nicholas ManseNo Class (event) (21st Century) · 2.1 mi