St Beuno's Church, Aberffraw, Medieval church in Aberffraw, Wales
Description
St Beuno's Church is a medieval church building in Aberffraw featuring an unusual double nave structure that developed over several building phases. The original section connects to a 16th-century extension through four arches that span the gap between the two parts.
History
The church's oldest sections date to the 12th century, making it one of the oldest standing structures in the area. A major restoration in 1840 revealed a hidden arch in the west wall that had been concealed beneath later building layers.
Culture
The church is named after Saint Beuno, a Welsh saint deeply revered in this region whose spiritual influence shaped the area's religious identity. Visitors today can sense this local connection through the religious objects and furnishings that fill the interior.
Practical
The building is easy to reach on foot, and street parking is available very close to the entrance. The interior is open to visitors most days, so aim to visit in the morning or early afternoon to make sure you can get inside.
Did you know?
The court of the Princes of Gwynedd once stood in Aberffraw, and this church served as their royal chapel during medieval times. This historical link to the Welsh princely dynasty makes the building particularly important for understanding medieval Welsh history.
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