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This attractive little church stands near the River Dysynni, just east of the ruins of Castell-y-Bere. The church has several interesting historic features. The font, a scalloped bowl atop a cylindrical column, is 12th century and is thought to have come from the castle chapel.
Well preserved Norman and medieval church. Rood screen, stone slab altars, 15th century bell and 18th century memorials, and pre-Norman font.
Llanfilo,
Powys,
Wales
The church records date from the 13th century. Built in the Early English style, St Brynach's contains its original stone benches.
Llanfrynach,
Brecon,
Powys,
Wales
12th century church on burial ground of rulers of Gwynedd. The Cadfan Stone (with inscription to King Catamanus) is set into the wall of the church.
Llangadwaladr,
Anglesey,
Gwynedd,
Wales
A royal monastery was established at Llangadwaladr around 615 AD by the Kings of Gwynedd, whose power base was just west at Aberffraw. At that time the name was simply 'Eglwys Ael', or Wattle Church. The living of Llangadwaladr church remained in royal hands, being controlled by the English monarch until 1920.
Llangadwaladr,
Gwynedd,
Wales
A remote and rustic parish church, remodelled in the early 18th century. The interior features many ancient features including extensive 15th century wall painting, a 17th century figure, old beams and box pews, pulpit and minstrels' gallery.
Llangar,
Clwyd,
Wales
Llangollen's church is not only dedicated to St Collen, it was founded by him. Collen was a 6th century Irish warrior and religious figure who also lived for a time as a hermit on Glastonbury Tor, Somerset. Collen gave his name to the town of Llangollen ('llan' for a church enclosure, and 'gollen' for Collen). An image of Collen can be seen in one of the stained glass windows.
Church Street,
Llangollen,
Clwyd,
Wales
The church features a font dating to 1300. The church itself is 15th century and features a barrel roof, and early Tudor doors and windows. There has been some mid 19th century refurbishment. The church contains many features of historic and architectural interest.
Llangorse,
Powys,
Wales
Ruined stone buildings over a well to which curative powers were attributed. There are a pair of well chambers plus an adjoining caretaker's cottage. St Cybi is reputed to have lived in the area in the 6th century (indeed, the church is named for him). It is not certain when the well chambers were built, but the cottage dates from the 18th or 19th century.
15th-17th century church with some Norman remains and 14th century south porch with upper storey, Norman font, and 17th century altar rails.
Llanigon,
Powys,
Wales
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