Deanery of Arllechwedd
St Celynnin, Llangelynnin
Map Reference
Nearest Town
Conwy
Items of Interest
Beautiful setting high on hill. 6th century healing well in the corner of churchyard.
On an ancient site. This church is said to have been built in 1350. It stands in a churchyard with a switchback dry stone wall 927ft above sea level and is best approached through the hamlet of Henryd. It comprises south porch, nave and chancel, and 16th century north chapel; this chapel is known as 'Capel y Meibion' (Men's Chapel) and retains its earth floor. The 16th century porch has a squint to the churchyard gate. The church door and door frames are 15th century with older hinges.
The nave is mediaeval and there is a timber barrel vault to the chancel. The church is floored with old flags.
The font is probably 13th century; the Communion Table and rails 17th century. The 1700 pulpit is in the north chapel. The earliest bench pew is 1629.
In the corner of the churchyard is a Saint's well.