Penmon Priory, Beaumaris, Anglesey LL58 8SP Admission Free, Parking fee for all visitors
Details
Accessibility:
Level access from car park, there are no designated parking facilities. A parking fee applies.
Around the church and Priory there are loose stone uneven pavements and within the ruins of the Priory the grassed area could be unsuitable in inclement weather for wheelchair/pushchair users. Access to the church is via stone staircase from the car park and stone steps into the church interior.
There are no toilet or baby-changing facilities at the venue.
Brief description:
Penmon Priory is believed to have been established by St. Seiriol, as early as the 6th century. The existing 12th century stone St. Seiriol church and tower date from around 1140 and is a fine example of Romanesque architecture. Within the church interior are two medieval crosses carved in the Celtic style. Close by the church is a stonebuilt dovecot (c.1600s) built by the Bulkeley family of Beaumaris. St. Seiriol's Well also lies close to the church and is believed to have healing powers and visited by pilgrims.
Nearby (via the Toll Road) lies Puffin Island/Ynys Seiriol Island with outstanding views of the Welsh coast. Once occupied by St. Seiriol it is now a protected island for wildlife.
Address:
Penmon Priory, Beaumaris, Anglesey LL58 8SP
Email:
Phone:
03000 256000
Website:
http//:snowdoniaguide.com This website provides a full description of the venue and its buildings.
Directions:
Penmon Priory lies approximately 5 miles north-east of Beaumaris, and about 10 miles north of Bangor (mainland Wales) accessed by the Menai Strait Bridge.
Map Ref. OS SH630807
Opening Times:
Open daily 10.00 -4.00 pm
Admission : Free, under 16yr old must be accompanied by an adult. Dogs on lead welcome.
NB: Parking fee applies to all visitors.
Transport:
For more travel information go to http://www.traveline.info/ or call 0800 464 00 00.
For train services visit http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/ or call 08457 484950.
Amenities:
Bangor and Beaumaris lie close to Penmon Priory and have accommodation, cafes, shops, toilet facilities. Bangor has a bus and railway station.
Travel Information
For further travel information in Wales please see: www.traveline.cymru/travel-info
Or call Traveline Cymru on 0800 464 0000
Location
Nearest Venues
Penmon, Anglesey. Open Daily. Free Admission.
211 metres*
*Distances are calculated in a straight line from the current venue, please allow extra time/distance based on available paths or roads.