Saint Eilian's Church, Amlwch, United Kingdom

Saint Eilian's Church is Grade I listed Celtic church, with a 12th-century tower, 14th-century chapel and a nave and chancel dating from the 15th century. In the chancel is a 15th-century rood screen, and there are traces of post-medieval wall paintings. A painting of a skeleton bears the inscription Colyn angau yw pechod ('The sting of death is sin'). The Church is named after Saint Eilian (Eilianus). Eilian of Rome also known as Eilian of Anglesey was a 6th-century saint who came from Rome to Britain where he lived as a hermit in the area north of Anglesey. His feast day is 13 January. The churchyard contains the war grave of a Royal Navy sailor of World War I.

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Rosemary Keen (3 years ago)
Beautiful Very small old church well worth a visit I attended this church for a funeral of a dear friend so sad but he had a good send off in this church

Matthew Austwick (3 years ago)
It's a lovely place to visit, it is just a shame that most of the graves are turned over or are falling apart

Paul Davies (4 years ago)
Absolutely beautiful 17th century church

NEIL MC GUINNESS (4 years ago)
A truly beautiful gem of a church in a lovely coastal location. The distinctive pyramidal spire dates back to the twelfth century and inside the church oozes fascinating medieval charm but is sadly now locked more often than not. The graveyard is the last resting place of many naval captains from the island. Beautiful views out to the lighthouse and and telegraph station from the foot of the large graveyard. Good parking outside the church.

Pete Element (4 years ago)
A beautiful church, where my ancestors Elin Williams and John Evans were married in 1796. John and Elin moved to Derbyshire some time later. Would love to know any more about their ancestors.

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