Visit Kinloss Abbey, Moray, Scotland

Project One - Main Abbey

A commissioned report from Historic Scotland confirms that considerable work is required to preserve the remains of Kinloss Abbey. Work was done in the mid 1990's to remove ivy and consolidate masonry in the Abbey. No further work has been done since 1995. There has been a significant amount of ivy-growth, further deterioration of masonry and some vandalism which will need to be addressed if the ruins of the Abbey are to be conserved for future generations.

Following the report from Historic Scotland the Trust commissioned specialist Architects Law and Dunbar-Nasmith to prepare a fabric report and schedule of work for this project. An Interpretation element of the project was put together by MkW Design Partnership of Edinburgh who have designed interpretation panels and leaflets for the Abbey. The Moray Council and BEAR Scotland have provisioned for road signs to bring visitors to the site from the A96. In addition a book on the history of the Abbey, written by one of the Trustees, will be published by the Trust and made available through local outlets. All proceeds going back into the Trust.

The completed work will ensure that the remains are preserved, provide safe access and stimulate an active interest in the local history through the interpretative panels, guided tours, leaflets etc.

Funding for this project is being sought from three sources:

The Moray Council have given £20,000 plus £7000 which was used to facilitate the project survey, fabric report and schedule.

Moray, Badenoch & Strathspey Enterprise (MBSE) have awarded a grant of £20,000 to cover the costs of the interpretation element of the Project.

Heritage Lottery Fund are being approached for a grant of £49,888

Details of the progress of the work will be promulgated through this website.