St Tysilio's Church, Menai Bridge
St Tysilio's Church is a medieval church in the village of Menai Bridge, Anglesey, Wales. The current building dates from the early 15th century and underwent renovations in the 19th century. It was designated as a Grade II* listed building on 14 February 1967.
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| Country | Wales, United Kingdom |
| Denomination | Church in Wales |
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| Heritage designation | Grade II* |
| Designated | 14 February 1967 |
| Architectural type | Church |
| Style | Medieval |
History and location
Located on Church Island near Menai Bridge, St Tysilio's Church is dedicated to Saint Tysilio, who was renowned for establishing a sanctuary on Ynys Suliau (also known as Ynys Tysilio). The current structure most likely dates to the early 15th century, with some renovations made in the 19th century. It was designated as a Grade II* listed building on 14 February 1967.[1]
Bedd Cynan. Cynan's Grave in St Tysilio's Churchyard
Welsh war poet and dramatist Sir Albert Evans-Jones (Bardic name Cynan) (1895-1970) is buried in the churchyard.
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References
- "Church of St. Tysilio, Menai Bridge". British Listed Buildings. Retrieved 15 April 2016.
External links
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