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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

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Walking difficulty

Terrain: Level 2 – Easy

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Venue hire

This site is available to hire for events, filming and exhibitions.

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No smoking

Smoking is not permitted.

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Drone policy

Please read our policy information about flying drones at Cadw monuments: read the guidance

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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.

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Steep and uneven steps

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Slippery or uneven surfaces

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Falling masonry

Directions

Google Map
Road: Follow A5 north-west towards B4401. 2km/1.2mls S. West of Corwen. Limited parking in Cynwyd lay-by on B4401. The church is a walk of 300m/ 330 yards off the B4401. Look for the brown sign for Eglwys Llangar Church and follow the footpath until you reach the churchyard.
Rail: Wrexham 35km/22mls Chester - Shrewsbury line. For further information, please contact: Traveline Cymru on 0800 464 0000 or National Rail Enquiries on 08457 48 49 50
Bus: 2km/1.2mls, service 94 Wrexham - Dolgellau - Barmouth. For further information, please contact: Traveline Cymru on 0800 464 0000 or National Rail Enquiries on 08457 48 49 50

Postcode LL21 9BT

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