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Betws-y-Coed is a charming village and community nestled
in the Conwy valley within Conwy County Borough, Wales.
Its name translates to
“prayer-house in the woods” in Welsh.
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Enjoy some shopping and lunch or refreshment as you wander
about the village.
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St. Mary’s Church in Betws-y-Coed, Wales,
is a captivating Anglican parish church with a rich history.
The church was built between 1870 and 1873
to accommodate the growing number of summer visitors to the area. It replaced a
medieval church dedicated to Saint Michael. The Lancaster partnership of Paley
and Austin designed it, with the commission won by Hubert Austin. The principal
benefactor was Liverpool businessman Charles Kurtz.
St. Mary’s features a cruciform plan with
a tower at the crossing and an organ chamber to its south. The exterior is
constructed in rubble stone with sandstone dressings, and it has slated roofs.
The architectural style is Transitional Norman. Notable features include lancet
windows, a five-light chancel window with plate tracery, and a rose window.
Inside, you’ll find arcades with pointed
arches, a font in black and burgundy marble, and a sandstone pulpit in Early
English style. The chancel floor is tiled, and the choir stalls and reading
desks follow an Arts and Crafts design. The exquisite stained glass includes
works by Shrigley and Hunt of Lancaster and others based on designs by Edward
Burne-Jones.
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Betws-y-Coed is a haven for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
With two
rivers running through it, the village feels like something out of a fairytale.
Explore the verdant forests, cascading waterfalls, and incredible walks in the
area.
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