| Tidenham, St. Mary Base of the Tower and North Wall date from 13th century. Two small figures crown the top of each buttress on the tower and rainwater heads bear date (1888) of major restoration by John Norton. Inside rare 13th century mouldings surround lancet windows and south wall contains two unusual ogee-arched windows (c. 1320). The Clock is 1880s. The key is available for any visitor wishing to view the inside of the Church -please see the notice board for details. |
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Chepstow, Priory Church of St.
Mary A magnificent cruciform building, started in 1972 by William Fitz-Osbem, retains its fine Norman West Front, 'tub font', and grande arcade and triforium in the Nave, although only a plinth remains as a testimony to the original central tower. The tomb of Margaret Cleyton, depicting herself, her two husbands and twelve children, and that of the 2nd Earl of Worcester, are among the many fine memorials in this ancient and historic building. Founded as a Benedictine priory, this building has, for many centuries, been a place of peace and prayer, in which all visitors are invited to share. |
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| Hewelsfield, St. Mary Magdalene Situated within a circular churchyard, containing a 1300-year-old Yew tree, and shielded by a long stone roof which extends from the ridge of the Norman nave to within a few feet of the ground, this ancient church has a marvellous atmosphere of peace and prayer. The squat tower contains 6 bells, including the oldest ringable bell in the Forest of Dean (1450). The entrance porch contains a hermit's room and the South wall a sealed priest's door and primitive sundial. |
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St. Briavels, St. Mary the Virgin Next to the 13th century Castle, the church stands 650 ft. above the River Wye and commands magnificent views over the valley. Built on a Celtic site in 1086, it was enlarged in the l2thh century and restored in 1860. The original Norman south aisle remains together with an unusual Norman font and the tomb of William Warren. The central tower was replaced in 1830 by a new one on the south side with eight bells. Visitors are invited to rest awhile in the church's peace and tranquillity. |
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| Whitebrook, Holy Trinity Built mid 1800s for the workers at the local paper mills, this church has remained virtually unaltered, although the interior was restored by Rev. Stansfield at the close of the last century. Holy Trinity is a living memorial to the industrial days of the area and the derelict mills may be glimpsed throughout the delightful Whitebrook valley. |
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Llandogo - Saint Oudoceus Religious site dating back to 7th century and believed to be the only church with this dedication. Oudoceus, a former Bishop of Llandaff, established a monastic cell near here and the legend surrounding him is depicted on the pulpit. Rebuilt in 1860, 'the cathedral of the Wye Valley' stands as a tribute to Victorian craftsmanship and contains the ship's bell from the last working boat on the river. |
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St. Arvans, St.
Arvans This beautiful church, with its most unusual octagonal tower and dormer type windows, stands on the site of a Celtic church mentioned in 951 AD in the book of Llandav. The present building incorporates a Celtic wall and a Saxon corbel. A richly illuminated chancel ceiling contrasts with a Celtic wheel cross and a headless medieval figure reputed to be of St. Arvan. A fine statue of the Virgin and Child by Seigfried Pietszch graces the Lady Chapel. |
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Tintern Parva - St. Michael This most eastern of the Welsh churches - situated on the bank of the River Wye on the site of a late-Celtic church (765 AD) - was popular with soldiers and there is often a connection between churches bearing his name and local skirmishes.Many churches with this dedication can be found along the Welsh borders. The fine medieval south porch is of particular interest.. |
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