Scheduled MonumentsWalesCapel Gwydir Uchaf
Post Medieval/Modern · Chapel

Capel Gwydir Uchaf

Conwy, Wales
Cadw SAM CN113
Period
Post Medieval/Modern
Site type
Chapel
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Capel Gwydir Uchaf is a post-medieval nonconformist chapel located in Conwy, Wales, that reflects the religious dissent and independent worship practices that characterised Welsh communities from the seventeenth century onwards. The chapel represents the architectural tradition of modest, functional chapel design typical of the period, constructed to serve the spiritual needs of the local congregation away from established parish churches. The building's survival as a designated scheduled ancient monument underscores its historical importance as evidence of religious life and community organisation in post-medieval Wales. Its designation by Cadw recognises the chapel's archaeological and cultural value within the broader context of Welsh religious history.

Capel Gwydir Uchaf is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CN113. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Capel Gwydir Uchaf?

Capel Gwydir Uchaf is a post-medieval nonconformist chapel located in Conwy, Wales, that reflects the religious dissent and independent worship practices that characterised Welsh communities from the seventeenth century onwards. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CN113.

What period does Capel Gwydir Uchaf date from?

Capel Gwydir Uchaf dates from the post medieval/modern period, and is classified as a chapel. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Capel Gwydir Uchaf?

Capel Gwydir Uchaf is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Cadw — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Wales. The official designation reference is CN113.

What other scheduled monuments are near Capel Gwydir Uchaf?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Afon Llugwy Lead Mill (4 km), Pont y Pair (4.2 km), Hafodlas Slate Quarry Mills and Associated Features (5 km).

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