St Gwenllwyfo's Church, Llanwenllwyfo, 19th-century parish church near Dulas, Wales
Description
St Gwenllwyfo's Church is a parish church built in the Gothic Revival style between 1854 and 1856, featuring rubble masonry walls, a slate roof, and a three-stage tower with buttresses and arched windows. The building sits in a sloping churchyard and continues to serve as an active place of worship for the Church in Wales.
History
The church was built between 1854 and 1856 to replace an earlier building that had become too small for the expanding congregation. Gothic Revival architecture was the dominant style for new churches in Wales during this period, shaping the visual character of many parishes.
Culture
The building holds Flemish stained glass panels from the 15th and 16th centuries, originally from a monastery and donated by Sir Arundell Neave in 1876. These artworks remain central to the interior and reflect a tradition of preserving religious art across centuries.
Practical
The site is located on sloping ground in a rural setting and is accessible by local roads, with the churchyard arranged on a hillside. The building remains open to visitors, especially during worship services and visiting hours, so it is worth checking ahead for access times.
Did you know?
Inside the building is a brass plaque dated 1609 and an 18th-century bell from the earlier church. These objects connect the site to its predecessor and show how elements from the older building were preserved when worship moved to the new structure.
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