Scheduled MonumentsWalesEarl of Leicester's Church
Post Medieval/Modern · Church

Earl of Leicester's Church

Denbighshire, Wales
Cadw SAM DE044
Period
Post Medieval/Modern
Site type
Church
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Earl of Leicester's Church is a post-medieval religious building located in Denbighshire, Wales. The church dates from the sixteenth century and represents an important example of Protestant reformation-period ecclesiastical architecture in North Wales. Its designation as a scheduled ancient monument reflects its historical significance within the landscape of religious change during the Tudor and early Stuart periods. The building served as a place of worship and remains an example of the religious structures that emerged following the establishment of the English reformed church in Wales.

Earl of Leicester's Church is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference DE044. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Earl of Leicester's Church?

Earl of Leicester's Church is a post-medieval religious building located in Denbighshire, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference DE044.

What period does Earl of Leicester's Church date from?

Earl of Leicester's Church dates from the post medieval/modern period, and is classified as a church. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Earl of Leicester's Church?

Earl of Leicester's Church 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 DE044.

What other scheduled monuments are near Earl of Leicester's Church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Denbigh Medieval Town (North - Eastern Corner) (0 km), St Hilary's Chapel (0.1 km), Civil War Earthworks (0.1 km).

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