St Cadoc's Church, Medieval church in Llancarfan, Wales
St Cadoc's Church is a stone building from the 12th century with a medieval rood screen, carved altar paneling, and an unusual nine-sided font inside. The structure is classified as Grade I listed, which reflects its architectural and historical importance.
A religious community was established here in the 6th century when Saint Cadoc founded a monastic settlement. The current stone building was constructed later in the 12th century on this ancient monastery site.
Medieval wall paintings inside show the Seven Deadly Sins and Saint George fighting a dragon in detailed narrative scenes. These images tell stories that visitors can discover as they walk through the church.
The site is accessible daily and offers various areas to explore, though access may be limited during religious services. Visitors should note that the ground is hilly and sturdy footwear is recommended.
Medieval wall paintings lay hidden beneath layers of whitewash for centuries until their discovery in 2008. Since then, extensive restoration has brought these concealed artworks back to light.
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