Eglwys y Bedd, Medieval church in Holyhead, Wales
Eglwys y Bedd is a medieval church building located within St Cybi's churchyard in Holyhead. The stone structure retains its original nave and features a window dating back to the 14th century.
The building was constructed during the medieval period and is connected to a sacred site linked with Saint Cybi, who established a monastic community here. Archaeological finds nearby reveal that a Roman fort protected the island during the later centuries of the Roman Empire.
Local traditions connect the church site to Saint Cybi, who established a monastic community in this location during the sixth century.
The building now serves as a parish room for St Cybi's congregation and was restored in 1980 to maintain its structural integrity. Visitors can view the site, which sits within an active churchyard, and should observe appropriate respect for the sacred nature of the location.
During demolition of nearby ruins in 1833, workers discovered a stone coffin containing human remains of exceptional size. This discovery continues to raise questions about the significance of this location in earlier periods.
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