St Cadoc's Church, Penrhos Explained

St Cadoc's Church, Penrhos, Monmouthshire
Fullname:Church of St Cadoc
Pushpin Map:Wales Monmouthshire
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Map Caption:Location in Monmouthshire
Location:Penrhos, Monmouthshire
Country:Wales
Coordinates:51.8013°N -2.8483°W
Denomination:Church in Wales
Founded Date:c15th century
Status:Parish church
Functional Status:Active
Heritage Designation:Grade II*
Designated Date:27 November 1953
Architectural Type:Church
Parish:Penrhos
Deanery:Raglan/Usk
Archdeaconry:Monmouth
Diocese:Monmouth
Vicar:The Reverend Heidi Price

The Church of St Cadoc, Penrhos, Monmouthshire is a parish church with its origins in the 15th century. Restored in the 19th century, it remains an active parish church, and has recently undergone major renovation. The church is a Grade II* listed building.

History

The church is 15th century in origin, in a Perpendicular style. The church was restored in 1848 and again, under the direction of the architect John Prichard, in 1878. The tower was restored in 1905. By 2016 the church was in a poor state of repair and the nave was inaccessible, due to safety concerns.[1] Restoration works have now been completed, supported by a grant of £121,00 from the Heritage Lottery Fund.[2]

Architecture and description

The church is built of Old Red Sandstone. The style is Perpendicular.

References

. John Newman (architectural historian). The Buildings of Wales. Gwent/Monmouthshire. 2000. Penguin. London. 0-14-071053-1.

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Recent restoration. Penrhos Village website. 19 April 2022.
  2. Web site: Repairs to St Cadoc's Church, Penrhos, Monmouthshire - Heritage Lottery Fund. www.hlf.org.uk.