Fortrose Cathedral
📍 Highland, Scotland
About
Fortrose Cathedral was the episcopal seat (cathedra) of the medieval Scottish diocese of Ross in the Highland region of Scotland near the city of Inverness. It is probable that the original site of the diocese was at Rosemarkie, but by the 13th century the canons had relocated a short distance to the south-west, to the site known as Fortrose or Chanonry. According to Gervase of Canterbury, in the early 13th century the cathedral of Ross was manned by Céli Dé (culdees).
Episcopal seat of the medieval diocese of Ross, founded around 1200. Originally sited at Rosemarkie before the canons relocated to Fortrose. Built in Late Gothic style from distinctive red sandstone. Much of the stone was reputedly taken by Cromwell's troops to build a fort in Inverness. The surviving aisle and chapter house are atmospheric ruins. Managed by Historic Environment Scotland.
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