Welcome to the Scottish Catholic Archives

Holding over 800 years of documentary evidence of the Catholic Church in Scotland and the wider world, the Scottish Catholic Archives is a major resource for understanding Scottish and European history. Please use the links to the left of this page to find out more about our diverse collections.

Our holdings include parish registers and other sources which provide valuable family history and genealogical information. Readers are welcome to consult our resources at Columba House in Edinburgh.