Open Doors - Church of St Andrew the Apostle, Bayvil

St Andrew’s (II*) is thought to be an early nineteenth century rebuilding of a medieval church, although no perceptible early fabric remains.

The church is valued for its survival as a modest but evocative late Georgian Anglican box with Gothick windows, and a completely intact interior.

The chief joy is the painted and panelled pulpit and reading desk, the former so tall it almost touches the ceiling with its sounding board. There remains a complete set of box pews and an unusually elaborate memorial tablet against the east wall.

The interior also houses a modest 12th century square font.

Self-guided visits; information leaflets provided.

Address - Nevern, Bayvil, Pembrokeshire, SA41 3XN. OS reference: SN 102 40

Location - on B4582. Follow signs to Bayvil which is also name of the farm. Once in the lane turn left at Grassmere. 6m west of Cardigan off B4582. Nearest settlement, Nevern. No coaches on B4582 EXCEPT from the North.