Church of St David, Llanthony
| St David's Church | |
|---|---|
 Church of St David | |
| 51°56′38″N 3°02′07″W / 51.9439°N 3.0352°WCoordinates: 51°56′38″N 3°02′07″W / 51.9439°N 3.0352°W | |
| Country | Wales |
| Denomination | Church in Wales |
| Architecture | |
| Status | Grade I listed |
| Administration | |
| Diocese | Monmouth |
St David's Church is a medieval structure at Llanthony Priory.[1] Established as a church in the sixteenth century, and restored in the late nineteenth century,[2] the church became a Grade I-listed building on 1 September 1956.[1]
History and architecture
Standing to the south of the Priory cloister, the church was established after the Dissolution in the remains of the Priory infirmary.[2] Much of its original medieval structure was adapted from the earlier building, its nave having originally been the main hall of the infirmary,[1] and its chancel the infirmary's chapel.[2] The church was restored in 1886–87, by J. James Spencer,[2] who also undertook restoration of the Church of St Martin, Cwmyoy.[3] British Listed Buildings on-line notes the view that the church may have been established at a date earlier than the sixteenth century.[1] A tradition suggests it was built in the twelfth century to commemorate a visit to the valley by Saint David himself. However, this tradition may instead relate to a precursor of the Priory Church.[1]
Notes
References
- Newman, John (2002). Gwent/Monmouthshire. New Haven; London: Yale University Press. ISBN 978-0-300-09630-9.