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Welcome to St Marnock's

Fowlis Easter, Angus

Discover five centuries of history and rare pre-Reformation art inside our church walls

St Marnock's

Step inside our 500-year-old church, where rare pre-Reformation paintings tell stories of faith and history. The paintings are almost unique examples of late 15th century Scottish art and an astonishing survival of the Reformation.

Sharing the rich history and rare art of St Marnock's

Guided Tours

Join us for insightful tours revealing stories behind the ancient paintings.

Visitors listening attentively to a guide inside the historic church surrounded by medieval paintings.
Visitors listening attentively to a guide inside the historic church surrounded by medieval paintings.
A historian presenting to a small group in the church’s nave with paintings in the background.
A historian presenting to a small group in the church’s nave with paintings in the background.
Close-up of a vibrant pre-reformation painting depicting a medieval saint inside St Marnock's Fowlis.
Close-up of a vibrant pre-reformation painting depicting a medieval saint inside St Marnock's Fowlis.

Gallery

A glimpse into 500 years of sacred art and history

Wide shot of the church interior showcasing ancient wooden pews and stone walls bathed in soft natural light.
Wide shot of the church interior showcasing ancient wooden pews and stone walls bathed in soft natural light.
Detailed view of a rare painted panel illustrating biblical scenes from the pre-reformation era.
Detailed view of a rare painted panel illustrating biblical scenes from the pre-reformation era.
Historic stained glass window casting colorful patterns onto the church floor.
Historic stained glass window casting colorful patterns onto the church floor.
The church altar adorned with centuries-old carvings and delicate religious symbols.
The church altar adorned with centuries-old carvings and delicate religious symbols.
Exterior shot of St Marnock's Fowlis church surrounded by lush greenery under a clear blue sky.
Exterior shot of St Marnock's Fowlis church surrounded by lush greenery under a clear blue sky.