Llangar Old Church
Visitor notice
Llangar Old Church is open as part of our guided tours programme from May to August each year. These tours provide a unique opportunity to explore the site with expert insights into its history and significance. Want to be the first to know about new tour dates and prices?
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The writing’s on the wall
Llangar’s origins are lost in the mist of time. But we do know that a place of worship stood here in medieval times. One of Wales’ hidden gems, it’s located in splendid isolation overlooking the River Dee. But what’s so valuable about it?
Like nearby Rug Chapel, Llangar gives little hint of what lies within.
Its plain exterior hides a jewel-like interior adorned with stunning wall paintings from the 14th and 15th centuries uncovered during restoration, depicting everything from a spear-carrying skeleton to the Seven Deadly Sins. You can also admire the old beams, minstrel’s gallery, elaborate box pews and stone font.
Opening times & prices
Opening times
| 1st September - 1st May | CLOSED |
|---|---|
Visitor information
Walking difficulty
Terrain: Level 2 – Easy
Venue hire
This site is available to hire for events, filming and exhibitions.
No smoking
Smoking is not permitted.
Drone policy
Please read our policy information about flying drones at Cadw monuments: read the guidance
Health & Safety
Care and attention must be paid when visiting this monument. The grounds outside are exposed to the natural elements and maybe slippery or muddy underfoot. Appropriate footwear for the season must be considered prior to your visit.
Built historic environments are sometimes uneven underfoot with steps that are narrow, steep with varying step height. Care must be paid when accessing upper levels and mezzanine / balcony spaces.
There are often high thresholds and low door frames when passing into and through indoor spaces. We kindly ask that any handrail provided is used appropriately and there is no climbing upon or within the monument.
Guardrails have been installed to prevent access to any areas of the site that we have deemed as dangerous or to prevent falls in specific areas. Please do not climb over or through any fixed installation.
As with all ancient monuments there is always a risk of stones being dislodged in bad weather, however, we manage this through extensive monitoring.
Climbing may result in serious injury.
There are several wild plants and flowers, although these are great pollinators, they may be poisonous to visitors and animals, we strongly advise you not to touch or allow dogs to eat any vegetation.
There may be shared access or neighbouring farmland that may involve the presence of grazing cattle or farm animals.
Please watch our health & safety film before visiting Cadw sites.
Iechyd a Diogelwch / Health and Safety
Please report any anti-social behaviour such as climbing, setting fires, graffiti etc. to CadwAccidentsReports@gov.wales
The following signs can be found around the site at key areas of risk, please pay attention where appropriate.
Steep and uneven steps
Slippery or uneven surfaces
Falling masonry
Directions
Google MapPostcode LL21 9BT
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