# Whithorn Cradle of Christianity

> The Whithorn Trust Whithorn is the site of the earliest Christian community in Scotland, which created the first inscribed Christian monument – known as the Latinus stone – around 450AD. Bede celebrated the fame of Whithorn and an early saint, Ninian, when he wrote in the early 8th Century, and his comments have prompted a series of archaeological digs here, from the 19th to the 20th Century, all searching for the site of the earliest church, whose foundation is ascribed to the saint.

Whithorn Cradle of ChristianityFounded by St. Ninian in the century that is fifth is the website for the first Christian church in Scotland, later becoming the cathedral church of Galloway. The ongoing excavation that is archaeological partially ready to accept visitors. Within the museum it self is an assortment that is significant of Christian stones.

- Type: Experience
- Location: Newton Stewart, Dumfries And Galloway, Scotland
- Area guide: [Dumfries and Galloway](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/discover/regions/dumfries-and-galloway)
- Booking: Not bookable online on HolidayFox; book direct on its website, http://www.whithorn.com/, or call +441988500508
- HTML page: https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-GkXRuNnchKSw/whithorn-cradle-of-christianity

## Activities

- Museums and Art Galleries
- Sightseeing and Attractions
- Experience

## Facilities

- parking available
- toilets
- picnics and food allowed
- food to purchase onsite
- wheelchair friendly
- pushchair friendly

## Suitable for

- Baby and Toddler (0-3)
- People
- Family

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## Questions and answers

### Where is Whithorn Cradle of Christianity?

Whithorn Cradle of Christianity is in Newton Stewart, Dumfries And Galloway.

### What activities does Whithorn Cradle of Christianity offer?

Whithorn Cradle of Christianity lists Museums and Art Galleries, Sightseeing and Attractions and Experience.

### What facilities does Whithorn Cradle of Christianity have?

Whithorn Cradle of Christianity lists parking available, toilets, picnics and food allowed, food to purchase onsite, wheelchair friendly and pushchair friendly.

### What is there to do near Whithorn Cradle of Christianity?

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