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A grade 1 listed building, recognised for its historical significance by CADW. The first stone church dates from about 1200, and some of the pillars of that church remain. But most of the present building is 15th century.

Saint Sulien, Sulian, or Silin was the founder-abbot of a monastery at Luxulyan (Cornwall) In the 6th century. But the name is also a variant of the Welsh Saint Tysilio/Sulien/Suliau, a Welsh prince, bishop, and scholar, the 7th century son of the 7th century King of Powys, Brochwel Ysgithrog. The church's own website is silent on who the dedication refers to. But the church has variously been dedicated since inception to St Mary, St Giles, and St Egidius.

The church website, at Link , lists a number of historic features inside, and discusses the idea that Owain Glyndwr was a member of the congregation.

The original stone church appears to have been cruciform, but it was destroyed during the years of the Glyndwr rebellion. The current twin aisle layout dates from the reconstruction of the 15th century. The fabric suffered again when parliamentary troops occupied it during the Civil Wars. The tower was built in 1832, and the tradition of building continues, with a new Parish Room in the 21st century.


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