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St Mary

Built in the 12th century, the church underwent extensive and sympathetic restoration in 1859, undertaken by GE Street in 1859.

St Fagans, City of Cardiff

Opening times

Open everyday.

Address

Crofft Y Genau Road
St Fagans
City of Cardiff
CF5 6EL

Its first rector recorded in 1301. The church underwent major alterations in the 14th century and a porch and new roof were added in the 15th century. The tower was rebuilt in the 1600s and repaired and heightened in 1730.

In 1859 GE Street began extensive restoration and added a vestry and north aisle, paid for by Baroness Windsor. The church was listed as a Grade II* building on 28 January 1963, cited as being 'highly graded as a medieval fabric with interesting Victorian additions and restorations by GE Street'.

  • Captivating architecture

  • Enchanting atmosphere

  • Fascinating churchyard

  • Glorious furnishings

  • Spectacular stained glass

  • Dog friendly

  • Level access to the main areas

  • On street parking at church

  • Parking within 250m

  • Space to secure your bike

  • Walkers & cyclists welcome

  • Church in Wales

  • Repair Grant, £3,000, 2007

  • Our Repair Grants funded urgent repair work to help keep churches open.

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