What is recorded here
Scotland's National Record of the Historic Environment records Skye, Sconser, Church, Auld Kirk as Church (early 20th Century) - (20th Century), House (21st Century), School (19th Century) - (late 19th Century). 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.
Linked to Saint Fillan in local tradition, the Auld Kirk in Sconser is associated with healing practices and pilgrimages, particularly for ailments of the eyes and general wellness. The site reflects a blend of Christian and pre-Christian customs, with holy wells nearby believed to hold curative powers.
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Places near here
Loch SligachanBay · 658 yd
Skye, Corran GlasFish Trap (period Unassigned)(possible) · 741 yd
Skye, Sconser LodgeHotel (period Unassigned), Hunting Lodge (period Unassigned) · 1677 yd
An CoileachMountain / peak · 1.0 mi
GlamaigGeneral View (period Unassigned) · 1.0 mi
Sgùrr MhàiriMountain / peak · 1.2 mi
Balmeanach BayBay · 1.8 mi
Skye, SligachanStructure (period Unassigned) · 2.0 mi
Camas a' Mhòr Bheòil (or Braes Beach)Beach / strand · 2.1 mi
CuillinsVisitor information · 2.3 mi
Battle of the Braes CairnMemorial · 2.5 mi
Spindrift: East Suisnish Pier, Raasay, Sound of RaasayCraft (20th Century) · 2.7 mi