St Cadwaladr's Church Plaques - Llangadwaladr, Anglesey, North Wales, UK - Stone Church Artefacts on Waymarking.com

There are many plaques inside the church which are detailed here in the gallery. The most notable stone which is mounted on the north wall of the nave is an old tombstone dating to the 7th century. This is dedicated to Cadfan who was the ruler of Gwynedd in this era and died in 625. Cadfan was the son of Iago ap Beli and great grandson of Maelgwyn Gwynedd.

The stone has an inscription which translates as:
'King Cadfan, the wisest and most renowned of all Kings'

It is thought that this tombstone was the first to display the Celtic Cross. Cadwaladr (who is the Saint of the church) donated the stone to the church in memory of his grandfather who was Cadfan.

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In the Bodowen Chapel there is a monument carved by Ann Owen in memory of her husband. Her husband, Colonel Hugh (dressed in military uniform), kneels with her at a prayer desk and they face each other. The family coat of arms appears here. The inscription reads:

'Here lyeth the body of Colonel Hugh Owen of
Bodowen, Esq; who dyed the 21st of October
1659. Religion, Learning, Friends, and poor
have lost a noble Patron, who maintain'd 'em
at his cost. His Contrys Patriot, most firm to
Monarchy, for being Loyall suffered Infinitely.
With foes would not Cologue nor his Prince
Betray, but lived his faithful Subject to his
Dyeing Day.

This Monument was made by Ann Owen his
Beloved Wife, the Daughter and Inheritrix of
Richard Williams of Llanddulas, Esq; in Memory
Of her dear husband, 1660'

Other plaques are dedications to the Meyrick family.

Approximate Age of Artefact: 7th Century onwards Relevant Website: [Web Link]

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