Open Doors - St Michael and All Angels, Lower Machen

Lower Machen Church is a true hidden gem, located within easy travelling distance from Cardiff and Newport. Described by Cadw as remarkable, this church may be considered one of the top 10% of the most important buildings in England and Wales. Dating from 1102, it is one of the oldest ecclesiastical buildings in the old county of Monmouthshire. The 18th century grade II* Morgan Chapel is the burial place for the wealthy Morgan family of Machen, Ruperra and later Tredegar. Alongside the magnificent monuments in the chapel, there is also the largest collection of hatchment in any church in Wales. In recent years the church has undergone significant works to the roof, Morgan Chapel and the 15^th century bell tower, so that this unique and beautiful building is conserved for future generations.

Machen Remembered Photo Archive - up to 3000 images recording the history of Machen (courtesy of Caerphilly CBC Library Service) Faith in Nature Displays Parish Records dating from 1670 to date - research your family Artefacts from the churchyard and the area around Lower Machen & Draethen, as far back as Roman times Guidebooks Self-guided audio-visual tours on your smartphone

No booking required.

Address - St Michael and All Angels , Lower Machen, Newport , Gwent, NP10 8GU.

The church is 100 yards north of the A468 road from Newport to Caerphilly in South Wales. There is a brown sign for the church on the Lower Machen straight.
Public transport is provided by bus no.50.

There is ample parking outside the church.