After lots of careful planning in conjunction with Historic Environment Scotland the Abbey Nave and Church will re-open to tourists in October at the following days and times; Wednesday 7th October – Saturday 10th October  Wednesday 14th October – Sunday 18th October Wednesday 21st October – Sunday 25th October Entry times 1000 to 1145 and 1300 to 1445. For safety, numbers will be limited and visitors will require to book in advance There will be no admission fee.   Visitors will be asked to wear face coverings when entering the internal areas.  As face coverings will not be provided, visitors must bring…

A letter from the Minister with an update on the ongoing COVID-19 situation.

The following are useful reference sources during the lockdown Some key telephone numbers for support NHS 24: 111 – only call if you cannot get help online Childline: 0800 1111 NSPCC: 0808 800 5000 Samaritans: 116 123 Domestic Abuse Hotline: 0808 2000 247 Mind: 0300 123 3393 Age UK: 0800 169 6565 La Leche League: 0345 1202918 (for mums struggling to get formula milk) Ready Scotland is a Government website containing national advice on volunteering (including the Scotland Cares campaign), helping the community and where to find additional support, including a link to NHS Inform. Fife Voluntary Action contains help…

The Abbey Church of Dunfermline will not be opening for private prayer during this time. This has been a difficult decision because we know many find comfort and police in this space. The full message can be read below.

The Abbey Church of Dunfermline will not be opening for private prayer during this time. This has been a difficult decision because we know many find comfort and solace within the space.  We recognise that our building has a dual purpose for some and, while some visit for prayer, others come to encounter the history of Scotland. To ensure that people follow the Government advice to stay at home, we feel that this is the right decision and would encourage members of the congregation and of the community to take time for prayer at home. We will be continuing our…

MaryAnn shares her thoughts from outside the Abbey this morning. Like and follow us on facebook (https://www.facebook.com/dunfermlineabbey) for the very latest updates.

It is with a heavy heart that I am letting you know that until further notice there will be NO Sunday worship or any groups meeting in either the church or the church hall.   The advice from the Church of Scotland Covid-19 Task Group is quite clear that all congregations should follow the Scottish Government advice to minimise social contact, and that included religious gatherings. Click below to read the whole letter from the minister

Please note we will taking Brigade advise and suspending all activities until further notice. We will continue to explore ways to support the boys during this time but for now there is no BB on Wednesday or Friday.

In light of latest Government guidelines and concern for pregnant women contracting Corona Virus we have decided not to run Toddlers for the foreseeable.Please all keep healthy and feel free to use this group to chat or arrange play dates when it’s safe.

To those who would normally attend the Lent Study Group, we have decided to cancel the meeting this evening. Apologies for late notice. We had planned to go ahead, but, on reflection, the news this evening suggests something different.

A statement on the Abbey Church of Dunfermline’s approach to Covid-19 Coronaviris.