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A Special Place - Marie Woods

I visited the Gwytherin church and the Lion Inn in August 2007 and was upset to learn that the church is now deconsecrated. It seemed to us to be a very special place with the megaliths, the connection to St Winifride, the wonderful ancient yews. What is the future for this sacred spot - will it be sold to a developer? It seems to deserve a protected status. I am sure that many people would love to visit this village and spend time in the peaceful grounds. I don't have any connection to Wales, coming from New Zealand and am unlikely to ever return but I will always remember Gwytherin - and the coffee that the delightful proprietor of the inn shouted us!

A memory of Gwytherin in Clwyd shared on Tuesday, 17th July 2007.

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RE: RE: A Special Place - Marie Woods

The church has been bought - I believe for the community.
I don't think any development will be allowed but a lot of work's needed to keep the place as a special place and it needs to be put back on the map as a place of pilgrimage.

I'm going there today and will post any news I get from the locals. Looking forward to the coffee too.

Comment from Gillian Smith on Sunday, 29th July 2007.

RE: RE: A Special Place - Marie Woods

Thankyou for letting me know about Gwytherin - I shall pass the good news on to my fellow travellers - Marie Woods

Comment from Name withheld on Friday, 3rd August 2007.

RE: RE: A Special Place - Marie Woods

Hi Marie,
I have bought the church. After 4 years it is soon to be open as a creative arts / historic centre keeping the history of St Winifred/ Gwenfrewi and Gwytherin's history alive. Like yourself I find it a very special place and I wanted to save the church and its history from being lost. I hope that through art, music, literature and drama the church will be used to boost confidence and self esteem and make the building a living church for everyone...in the spirit of Gwenfrewi, a healing place.

Comment from Alison Goulbourne on Saturday, 15th August 2009.

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