Torphichen Preceptory

Torphichen Preceptory is an unusual and fascinating glimpse into Scottish history.

Originally built in the 12th century around an existing church, it was then expanded the following century. The building encompassed a cruciform shaped church, with a nave, central tower, transepts and choir, whose tower and transepts remain, and a number of domestic buildings including a hospital. The church was extended again in the 1400′s , and a cloiste completed.

The church was associated with the Preceptory of the Knights Hospitaller of the Order of St John of Jerusalem in the 13th century. The Order maintained just two such establishments in Britain, the other being in London.

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Address

Torphichen Preceptory
Torphichen
EH48 4NB

Tickets offers

• Adults Please phone for up-to-date prices

Opening Times:

1 Apr to 30 Sept:
Sat and Sun only (and bank holidays), 1pm to 5pm
Last entry 4.30pm

In Torphichen village. 1m on the B792 from A706

Getting Around:
If you're planning on visiting the Palace, Torphichen Preceptory and Blackness Castle, then buy your PLUSBUS ticket at only £2.30 for one day of unlimited travel, it is definitely worth while

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