Historic Robert the Bruce resting place faces £8m repair bill
dailyrecord.co.ukA consultation to secure the future of a historic abbey, home to the remains of King Robert the Bruce, has begun as it faces an "eye-watering" £8 million in development costs.
Dunfermline Abbey, which attracts over 40,000 visitors annually according to the Church of Scotland, is more than 950 years old.It requires £4 million worth of repairs over the next three to five years to remain wind and watertight.
But local church leaders predict an additional £4 million will be needed to upgrade facilities from estimates based on surveys conducted by specialist companies.An exhibition showcasing the church's role in the local community and its history will be held at Dunfermline Carnegie Library and Galleries from March 22 to April 6.
Visitors can share their thoughts on its future and are invited to a discussion at the building on April 5 about proposals to preserve it for future generations.The kirk, which receives no public funding, has established a JustGiving page for donations.
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