Key facts
- Denomination
- Church of England
- Address
- Aberystwyth
Ceredigion - Built
- 501
- Listed status
- Grade I listed
Sources: Wikipedia, Wikidata Q7595030
Before visiting St Padarn's Church
Service times are not recorded in this listing. We cannot confirm when the next service takes place or whether the building opens outside worship hours.
We do not have confirmed information here about step-free access, accessible toilets, hearing support or supervised children’s groups. If these matter for your visit, ask the church about the specific service you plan to attend.
No direct contact details are recorded. Use the linked sources above or the wider local directory to continue your search.
About St Padarn's Church
St Padarn’s Church is an active Anglican parish church in Llanbadarn Fawr, close to Aberystwyth in Ceredigion. Recognised as the largest medieval church in central Wales, it is protected at Grade I, reflecting its exceptional historic and architectural importance. Christian worship has taken place at this location for roughly fifteen centuries.
The church traces its beginnings to the early years of the sixth century and is traditionally associated with Saint Padarn, though surviving evidence leaves much of this period uncertain. The original community followed the Welsh clas tradition and developed into a notable centre for scholarship. Its role changed repeatedly, encompassing a Benedictine house, a restored clas community and a rectory held by the Crown. Control later passed to Vale Royal Abbey in Cheshire. Following the religious changes of the 16th century, it became a parish served by a vicar in 1538.
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Frequently asked questions
What denomination is St Padarn's Church?⌄
St Padarn's Church in Aberystwyth belongs to the Church of England tradition.
How old is the St Padarn's Church building?⌄
The building dates from 501. It is on the statutory register as a Grade I listed building.
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