St Mary's Church

St Mary's Church features a cruciform layout with a central tower, rubble stone walls, sandstone details, and slate roofs throughout its structure.

The church, completed in 1907, replaced a medieval structure dedicated to Saint Michael to accommodate increasing visitors arriving via Thomas Telford's new road.

Inside the church, visitors can examine the Italian alabaster reredos depicting the Passion of Christ and stained glass windows based on Edward Burne-Jones designs.

The church stands 100 yards from Betws-y-coed railway station and remains open daily for visitors to explore its architectural features.

The black and burgundy marble font and sandstone pulpit demonstrate the Early English design principles favored during the Gothic Revival period.

Location: Betws-y-coed

Inception: 1907

Architects: Sharpe, Paley and Austin

Architectural style: Gothic Revival

Elevation above the sea: 21.3 m

Website: http://churchinwales.org.uk/bangor/diocese/parish_details/arllechwedd/stmarybetwsycoed.html

GPS coordinates: 53.09160,-3.80284

Latest update: March 9, 2025 09:39