St Tysilio's Church, Menai Bridge

St Tysilio's Church is a medieval church in the village of Menai Bridge, Anglesey, Wales. The current building dates from the early 15th century and underwent renovations in the 19th century. It was designated as a Grade II* listed building on 14 February 1967.

St Tysilio's Church
A small, almost windowless single-story church in a graveyard.
CountryWales, United Kingdom
DenominationChurch in Wales
Architecture
Heritage designationGrade II*
Designated14 February 1967
Architectural typeChurch
StyleMedieval

History and location

Located on Church Island near Menai Bridge, St Tysilio's Church is dedicated to Saint Tysilio, who was renowned for establishing a sanctuary on Ynys Suliau (also known as Ynys Tysilio). The current structure most likely dates to the early 15th century, with some renovations made in the 19th century. It was designated as a Grade II* listed building on 14 February 1967.[1] There are a some World War One graves located in the church yard.[2]

Bedd Cynan. Cynan's Grave in St Tysilio's Churchyard

Welsh war poet and dramatist Sir Albert Evans-Jones (Bardic name Cynan) (1895-1970) is buried in the churchyard.

References
  1. "Church of St. Tysilio, Menai Bridge". British Listed Buildings. Retrieved 15 April 2016.
  2. https://www.cwgc.org/visit-us/find-cemeteries-memorials/cemetery-details/75219/llandysilio-ss-tysilio-and-mary-churchyard/

53.2224°N 4.1713°W / 53.2224; -4.1713

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