St Mary and Bodfan, Medieval church in Barmouth, Wales
The church features a three-aisle basilica form with cylindrical columns adorned with floral motifs and five pointed arcades separating the spaces.
Construction of St Mary and Bodfan began in 1201 under the patronage of Hywel ap Meredydd ap Cynan, a relative of Welsh prince Llywelyn the Great.
The church maintains its role as a central gathering place for religious ceremonies and community events, connecting generations of Barmouth residents through shared traditions.
Access to the church grounds is through a stone gabled lychgate that opens into an expansive graveyard surrounded by traditional rubble walls.
Two early medieval stones with ancient inscriptions, including the Calixtus Stone that once served as a footbridge, rest in the northwest corner.
Location: Barmouth
Inception: 13 century
Architectural style: Romanesque architecture
Elevation above the sea: 24 m
Website: http://barmouth.church
GPS coordinates: 52.74166,-4.07630
Latest update: March 3, 2025 16:20
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