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Browse this gazetteer of historic churches and other religious sites
in Wales by region or alphabetically
(this section). Or find information on medieval Cathedrals
in Wales.
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Marcross, Holy Trinity
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12th century (restored). Norman font, doorway and chancel arch.
Marcross,
Glamorgan,
Wales
Attraction Type:
Church
Location: off B4265, 3 m W Llantwit Major on minor roads
OS SS924 693
Photo Credit: www.rblm.freeserve.co.uk
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Mold, St Mary
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This large 1480's Perpendicular church, built by Margaret Beaufort (mother of Henry Tudor) is considered one of the finest parish churches in Wales. The tower is 18th century, and the chancel is 19th century. The nave has seven bays, and there is much carving of animals and other figures in the church.
Mold,
Clwyd,
Wales
Attraction Type:
Church
Location: on A541/494
OS SJ237 641
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Monknash, St Mary Magdalene
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Simple church on 12th century foundation (restored). Stone pulpit.
Monknash,
Glamorgan,
Wales
Attraction Type:
Church
Location: 4 m NW Llantwit Major, off B4265
OS SS920 706
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Monmouth, St Mary
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A religious site since 1101 when the church was part of a Benedictine priory. The church was restored in 1773, then remodeled in the 19th century. Norman and 14th century parts survive along with some medieval tiles. Contains stained glass by Victorian artist, Charles Kempe.
Monmouth,
Gwent,
Wales
Attraction Type:
Church
Location: on A40
OS SO509 129
Photo Credit: www.stmaryspriorychurch.org.uk
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Monmouth, St Thomas the Martyr
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Dedicated to Thomas a Beckett, Archbishop of Canterbury. Built c1170-86. Restored in 1830 when a turret was added. There is a Norman chancel arch, piscina, and two doorways.
Monmouth,
Gwent,
Wales
Attraction Type:
Church
Location: in Over Monnow, the S district of Monmouth, off A40
OS SO504 124
Photo Credit: Churches of Wales
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Montgomery, St Nicholas
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This 13th century parish church has a 19th century tower, 15th century screen, and outstanding 17th century canopied tomb. The nave has a timber roof.
Montgomery,
Powys,
Wales
Attraction Type:
Church
Location: on B4385/86
OS SO223 966
Photo Credit: Barbara Ballard
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