Before visiting Linlithgow Palace I had a walk around St Michael’s Church and was rewarded with the sight of this magnificent church.
The church was dedicated or perhaps rededicated in 1242.
It has 'enjoyed' a varied history - being sacked by John Knox, used as a timber store, Oliver Cromwell stabled his horses here, and it is probable that Mary Queen of Scots was baptised in this parish church.
There is also the former lepers' squint to enable those poor unfortunates to see and hear the service from outside.
Well worth a visit and I know I'll be back again one day.
Approaching Linlithgow Palace with St Michael’s Kirk to the Right
St Michael’s Kirk
Stain Glass Window - St Michael’s Kirk
St Michael’s Kirk
St Michael’s Kirk
Mary Queen of Scots Engraved on the Pulpit - St Michael’s Kirk
St Michael’s Kirk
More images are available at - www.dougie-coull-photography.co.uk - and are also better resolution.
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