St Padarn's Church, Victorian parish church in Llanberis, Wales
St Padarn's Church is a Victorian-era place of worship with walls built from local stone and red decorative elements from Runcorn quarries. The building displays Gothic Revival architectural features with detailed stonework that reflects the style of its construction period.
This place of worship was built between 1884 and 1885 by architect Arthur Baker and funded by the Assheton Smith family, who operated the Dinorwig slate quarries. Its construction reflects the Victorian era's expansion and the economic power of the region's quarrying industry at that time.
The church serves as the heart of the local Anglican community and continues to function as a spiritual gathering place for worshippers and visitors.
The building holds Grade II* listed status since 1999, meaning visitors encounter a protected structure with strict conservation requirements. Access and behavior inside should be respectful as any modifications require special authorization.
The church houses a two-manual pipe organ with pedals and seven stops, built in 1921 by J. W. Walker & Sons Ltd. This hand-crafted instrument remains functional and is still played during services.
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