St Teilo's Church, Abergavenny, United Kingdom

The Church of St Teilo is the parish church of Llantilio Pertholey. The church is thirteenth century in origin with significant additions in the sixteenth century, a major restoration in 1890 and further minor restoration in the twentieth century. The tower is of the early fourteenth century and the aisle of slightly later date. Around the chancel are three chantry chapels. The bell tower holds six bells, dating from the seventeenth century.

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Sandra Collins (7 years ago)
This is church where i was christened my mother Elsie Mathews lived on mardy at Hollybush cottage wth my granparents mr & mrs Walter Henry & Sarah Mathews. My sisters n brother regulary visit St Teilo's church as often as possible,& are always made welcome . Many thanxX

ryan powers (7 years ago)
Loverly calm atmosphere

simon powell (9 years ago)
My local church parents got married grandparents funeral and a place where I used to go for school concerts lovely little stream and we'll kept wildlife friendly church yard

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