St Michael's Church, Brynford facts for kids
St Michael's Church, also called Brynford Parish Church, is an important old church in Brynford, Flintshire, northeast Wales. It's located southwest of Holywell. This church is a Grade II listed building, which means it's recognized as a special historical place. It belongs to the Church in Wales.
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The Story of St Michael's Church
The idea for St Michael's Church began a long time ago. The first stone was placed by the Bishop of St. Asaph on October 6, 1851. This was a big event for the community.
Building the Church
The church was designed by a famous architect named Thomas Henry Wyatt. He was known for creating beautiful buildings. After about two years of construction, the church was officially opened on July 12, 1853. This was a special day when it was "consecrated," meaning it was set aside for religious use.
Why is it a Grade II Listed Building?
Being a Grade II listed building means that St Michael's Church is important because of its history and architecture. It's protected so that future generations can also enjoy and learn from it. This helps keep old buildings safe and well-preserved.
Ancient History Near the Church
Even before the church was built, this area had a long history. Close to the church, on the Holywell Golf Club, there are two ancient burial mounds.
Bronze Age Burial Mounds
These mounds are called Clwt Militia, which means "Militia Patch" in Welsh. They were built during the Bronze Age, a time thousands of years ago when people used bronze tools. These mounds are called round barrows and were used to bury important people. They are about 0.65 miles (1 kilometer) north-northwest of the church.
