 King David I founded a Tironensian (or reformed Benedictine) Abbey at Selkirk in 1113 while his father, Malcolm III, was still on the throne
In 1128, the community moved to Kelso and began work on the abbey whose remains are visible today. Judging from the different styles on view in the remains, the Abbey Church took over 75 years to build.
About Kelso
Historic Scotland: Kelso Abbey
Undiscovered Scotland: Kelso Abbey
Wikipedia: Kelso Abbey
Wikipedia: Tironensian Order
Journey to Kelso
Kelso Abbey is located on the A698 in the town of Kelso in the Scottish Borders region of Scotland.
Streetmap UK (NGR NT7271333818)
Visitors Information
Visitors information may be found at the Historic Scotland Kelso Abbey and the Visit Kelso websites. General tourist information may be found on the Scottish Borders website.
Additional Photos of Kelso
Information Sign at Kelso Abbey
Front of Kelso Abbey
Kelso Abbey
Kelso Abbey
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