Church of the Holy Cross, Medieval church in Cowbridge, Wales.
The Church of the Holy Cross is a medieval church in Cowbridge, Wales, constructed with local limestone and decorative stone dressings. The building displays typical architectural elements of its period and forms an important part of the village community.
The church began in 1201 as a chapel under Llanblethian church and later became independent. In the 15th century, it received major additions including a south aisle and north chapel.
The eastern windows display colored glass scenes from Christ's life, added in 1868 as part of the church's artistic enrichment. The southern windows honor a former headmaster and contribute to the visual character of the interior.
The building is open during services and regular visiting hours, with the local community available to provide helpful information. Visitors should dress appropriately and observe respectful behavior as is customary in churches.
The tower preserves arches from the 13th century and features an octagonal battlemented top built on corbels. This design replaced a spire that stood until 1480 before being removed.
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