Located on the Southern tip of the Isle of Whithorn in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, St Ninian’s Chapel is a historic site dedicated to St Ninian, one of Scotland’s earliest Christian missionaries.
The chapel—now in ruins, overlooking the Irish Sea—was constructed in the 13th century, though the site has religious associations dating back to the 5th century, when St Ninian was believed to have established his mission in the region, converting many Picts to Christianity. The chapel served as a place of worship for medieval pilgrims who traveled to Whithorn.
Today, the remains of St Ninian’s Chapel include parts of the walls and the outline of the original structure. It is maintained by Historic Environment Scotland and welcomes visitors. At the site, information boards provide historical context, detailing the chapel’s origins and its role in the religious history of the region.
