St Mary's Church, Trefriw, Conwy, Wales. Grounds open daily. Free entry. Church building may require key. See details
Details
Accessibility:
The main entrance off an unnamed road near the B5106 is through a wrought iron double gate followed by a flight of around five stone steps. The path to the church door is then flat and level with a level entrance over the threshold.
Brief Description:
Legend has it that St Mary's church in Trefriw was built around 1230 by Llywellyn Fawr, Prince of Wales, so that he and his wife, Joan, could avoid the steep climb to worship at the church at Llanrhychwyn.
That original building was rebuilt in the 15th and 16th centuries and again restored in the 19th century.
The building, a double-naved church constructed of rubble stone with a slate roof, boasts several impressive stained glass windows depicting such scenes as the Madonna and Child, Bishops and one featuring Llewellyn and Joan. There is a 17th century altar in the church but the one that is used for services is a larger Victorian piece. The church did house a 'Breeches' Bible from 1589 but unfortunately this was stolen in 2013.
Further Information:
Address:
St Mary's Church, Trefriw, Conwy, LL27 0UJ
Telephone:
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Opening Hours:
Grounds open daily.
If the church is locked the key can be obtained from the Post Office during opening hours.
To arrange visits phone: RevTom Bonnet - 01492 650250
Church Wardens: Hilary Rogers-Jones - 01492 641213
Directions:
The church is on the main B5106 road through Trefriw and lies around 10 miles south of Conwy and five miles north of Betws-y-Coed.
OS SH780632
Transport:
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Amenities:
There are no amenities on site, but there are places to eat, drink and buy supplies in Trefriw itself and in nearby Betws-y-Coed.
Travel Information
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Location
Nearest Venues
144 metres*
1.49 miles*
*Distances are calculated in a straight line from the current venue, please allow extra time/distance based on available paths or roads.