St Collen's Church, Medieval church building in Llangollen, Wales.
St Collen's Church is a church building in Llangollen with two aisles, a prominent tower, and Victorian stained glass windows. The windows were created by Alexander Gibbs and the workshops of Done & Davies, bringing colored light into the interior space.
The church was founded in 1201 and kept its original tower while the rest of the building was completely rebuilt between 1864 and 1867 by architect Samuel Pountney Smith. This major reconstruction brought together medieval and Victorian architectural styles.
The church is named after Saint Collen, a Welsh holy figure connected to this region. Visitors can sense the local heritage through the name and the way people speak of this place as a spiritual landmark.
The church is generally open during daytime hours, but specific opening times depend on volunteer availability. It is helpful to ask ahead or stay flexible when planning a visit.
The churchyard holds the graves of Eleanor Charlotte Butler and Sarah Ponsonby, known as the Ladies of Llangollen, who lived at the nearby Plas Newydd estate. These two women are an important part of local memory and draw visitors to this corner of the cemetery.
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