Open Doors - St. Tudno's Church, Llandudno

Set on a windswept slope of the Great Orme, overlooking the sea, the ancient Church of St. Tudno is a place of pilgrimage, peace and prayer. Founded by St. Tudno in the 6th century and giving the town of Llandudno its name, the present building dates from the 12th - 15th centuries.

Features include a 12th century font, 14th century grave covers and 15th century carvings, while the Victorian and early 20th century stained glass includes some fine examples of the manufacturers' works. The churchyard contains many interesting graves and is managed to encourage wildlife.

The church will be open every day, for visitors to enjoy the peace and to follow the self-guided
tours of the church and churchyard. On Sundays visitors are welcome to join open air services at 12.30pm (in the church in bad weather), continuing a tradition dating back to at least 1857. On Sunday afternoons, following the services, the Friends of St. Tudno’s Church will be offering guided tours of the church and serving refreshments.

Address - St. Tudno's Church, St. Tudno's Road, Great Orme, Llandudno, Conwy.
There is no postcode for the church. Grid reference: SH 769838

There are two routes to drive or cycle to St. Tudno’s Church, both with steep hills. There is a parking space just below the church.
Route 1 - At the top of Upper Mostyn Street cross over to Ty Gwyn Road by the Empire Hotel. Continue up Ty Gwyn Road, straight across at the traffic lights, to the tram Half Way Station. Just beyond the Half Way Station, turn right into St. Tudno’s Road. Continue on St. Tudno’s Road. (NB The Great Orme Cemetery Chapel will be seen before St. Tudno’s Church.)
Route 2 - From the roundabout on North Parade take Happy Valley Road to the Toll House and Marine Drive. Continue around Marine Drive past the first promontory and the road to St. Tudno’s is on the left. (NB Marine Drive is one-way and there is a toll for driving on the road.)

There are steps up into the churchyard from the parking area below the church. However, there is a smooth path down from the lychgate above the church and room for one car to pull over. There is one small step (about 5 cm / 2″) into the west door of the church.

The No. 26 bus from Llandudno stops at the tram Halfway Station and the Great Orme Summit, from where there are downhill walks to the church.

No booking required.