Historic Churches in Gwent - Wye and Usk

A 13th-century church in an idyllic rural location on the medieval pilgrim's route to St David's. Cwmyoy's church is known as 'the crookedest church in Britain', with the tower and chancel twisting in different directions due to subsidence. Look for a 13th-century cross and exceptional 18th-century memorials by the local Brute family of masons.
Cwmyoy, Gwent, Wales, NP7 7NT

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Heritage Highlight: 13th-century cross

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Although part of the Herefordshire diocese, Dixton is actually across the border in Wales. This pretty rural church stands on the banks of the River Wye just north of Monmouth. The church was officially transferred to the Diocese of Llandaff in 1844, but in 1920 the parishioners voted to rejoin the Church of England.
Dixton, Gwent, Wales, NP25 3SY

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There has been a church on this site since the early 1500's. The early Gothic church was dismantled in the mid 1800's and rebuilt in the Early English style, with the medieval chancel roof surviving. There is a Norman font and an ancient oak chest.
Goetre, Gwent, Wales

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Heritage Highlight: Norman font

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This historic church stands almost opposite the imposing ruin of Grosmont Castle. It is a large church built at roughly the same time as the castle, and it retains much of its 13th century character. St Nicholas is built on a cruciform plan with an impressive central tower and spire. Though much of the church was rebuilt in the Victorian period, the aisled nave is relatively intact, with an spacious medieval interior.
Grosmont, Gwent, Wales

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Heritage Highlight: Possibly the oldest church roof in Wales

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St Bartholomew's church dates to the 12th century, with the addition of a 14th century tower. There is a 6th century preaching cross in the churchyard, and a 13th century font inside.
Llanover, Gwent, Wales

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An 11th-century church founded on the site of St David's 6th-century hermit cell. One of the most sacred sites in Wales, the church stands immediately beside the 12th-century ruins of Llanthony Priory in an isolated and stunningly beautiful valley.
Crucorney, Llanthony, Gwent, Wales, NP7 7NN

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Heritage Highlight: On the site of St David's hermit cell

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St Michael's is a 12th century church, much restored in the Victorian period. Highlights include a Norman font, a 15th century churchyard cross, 16th century porch, and a wealth of carved corbel heads.
Llanvihangel Crucorney, Gwent, Wales, NP7 8DH

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Heritage Highlight: Norman font

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St Mary's Church in Monmouth has been a religious site since 1101 when the church was part of a Benedictine priory. St Mary's was restored in 1773 and then remodelled in the 19th century. Norman and 14th century parts survive along with some medieval tiles.
Monk Street, Monmouth, Gwent, Wales, NP25 3NX

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Dedicated to Thomas Becket, Archbishop of Canterbury and built shortly after Becket's death in 1170. Restored in 1830 when a turret was added. Though essentially a Victorian building, the church retains its Norman chancel arch, piscina, and a pair of 12th century doorways.
St Thomas' Square, Monmouth, Gwent, Wales, NP25 4ES

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Heritage Highlight: Norman chancel arch

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St Woolos is a fascinating medieval parish church raised to cathedral status in 1930. The 11th century nave contains many Norman features, including a 12th century arch with columns that may be Roman. There is a very striking modern stained glass east window.
Stow Hill, Newport, Gwent, Wales, NP20 4EA

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