Scheduled MonumentsWalesLlangar Old Church
Medieval · Church

Llangar Old Church

Meirionnydd, Wales
Cadw SAM ME093
Period
Medieval
Site type
Church
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Llangar Old Church is a medieval parish church situated in Meirionnydd, north Wales, with origins likely extending back to the medieval period. The church is notable for its relatively simple construction and its position within a historically significant churchyard that preserves evidence of long-term religious use and burial practices. The building itself exemplifies the modest architectural tradition of Welsh medieval churches, featuring characteristics typical of rural parishes in the region. As a Cadw-designated monument, the church and its surrounding landscape represent an important record of medieval religious life and community structure in Meirionnydd.

Llangar Old Church is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference ME093. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Llangar Old Church?

Llangar Old Church is a medieval parish church situated in Meirionnydd, north Wales, with origins likely extending back to the medieval period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference ME093.

What period does Llangar Old Church date from?

Llangar Old Church dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a church. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Llangar Old Church?

Llangar Old 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 ME093.

What other scheduled monuments are near Llangar Old Church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Ring Cairn E of Ffridd Camen (8.1 km), Carnedd y Ci Barrow (8.5 km), Cwm Tywyll House Platforms (8.7 km).

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