St Michael's Church, Penrhoslligwy facts for kids

Quick facts for kids St Michael's Church
Country	Wales, United Kingdom
Denomination	Church in Wales
Architecture
Heritage designation	Grade II*
Designated	5 December 1970
Architectural type	Church
Style	Medieval

St Michael's Church is a special old church in a village called Penrhoslligwy. This village is near Moelfre, which is on the north-east side of Anglesey island in Wales. A church like this is often called a parish church, which means it serves the local community.

A Look at its History

This church has been around for a very long time. Parts of the building date back to around the year 1400. Imagine all the history this church has seen! In 1865, the church was restored. This means it was repaired and updated, often in a style popular during the Victorian era. This helped to keep the old building strong and beautiful for many more years.

Why is St Michael's Church Special?

St Michael's Church is considered very important. It is listed as a Grade II* building. This special listing means the church is a building of more than local importance. It has a lot of historical or architectural value. The listing helps to protect the church so it can be enjoyed by people for a long time. It was given this special status on 5 December 1970.