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St Cadwaladr’s Church, Llangadwaladr

Royal church near Aberffraw holding the 7th-century gravestone of King Cadfan, one of the oldest inscribed stones in Wales.

Llangadwaladr
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Free
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Under an hour
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This small church at Llangadwaladr, about 2 miles east of Aberffraw, was the royal church of the kings of Gwynedd. Inside is the memorial stone of King Cadfan, who died around 625, carved in Latin calling him the wisest and most renowned of all kings. It also has rare medieval stained glass.

Good to know

A working parish church, usually open 10am–4pm. Free (donations welcome). Dog-friendly.

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Opening times
Daily 10am–4pm
Prices
Booking
Not confirmed
Age suitability
Parking
On-street parking by the church.
Public transport
Walk
Step-free access
Partly step-free
Access details
Level access to the main areas.
Toilets
Not confirmed
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Dogs
Welcome
Dog rules
Dogs welcome.

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Details last checked
October 8, 2026
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