St Tewdric's Church

St Tewdric's Church
Church of St Tewdric
St Tewdric's Church
Map
DenominationChurch in Wales
Previous denominationRoman Catholic
Church of England
History
Statusactive
Founder(s)Meurig ap Tewdrig
DedicationSt Tewdric
Cult(s) presentKing Tewdrig
Architecture
Heritage designationGrade I
Designated1955
Years built6th century
13th century
15th century
19th century
Administration
DioceseDiocese of Monmouth
ParishMathern

St Tewdric's Church is a Church in Wales parish church in Mathern, Monmouthshire, Wales. It is purportedly built over the resting place of Saint Tewdrig for whom it is named.[1] A church has been located on the site since the 6th century. It was reconstructed by the Normans in the Early English style, and later was renovated by the Victorians. It is a Grade I listed building.[2]

  1. ^ Davies, E. T. (1950). A History of the Parish of Mathern. Chepstow Society.
  2. ^ Cadw. "Church of St Tewdric (Grade I) (2040)". National Historic Assets of Wales. Retrieved 19 April 2022.