St Peris's Church, Nant Peris facts for kids
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Eglwys Sant Peris
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St Peris's Church
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| OS grid reference | SH606582 |
| Location | Nant Peris, Gwynedd |
| Country | Wales |
| Denomination | Church in Wales |
| History | |
| Status | Parish church |
| Dedication | Saint Peris |
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| Heritage designation | Grade II* listed building |
| Specifications | |
| Length | 55 feet (17 m) |
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| Parish | Bro Eryri |
| Deanery | Synod Bangor |
| Archdeaconry | Bangor |
| Diocese | Diocese of Bangor |
Saint Peris's Church is a parish church in Nant Peris, Gwynedd, Wales. It belongs to the Church in Wales.
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History of St Peris's Church
The church of St Peris is located in the village of Nant Peris. This village was once known as Llanberis. However, in the 1800s, a new town grew about 4 kilometers (2.5 miles) away. This new town took the name Llanberis. Because of this, the old village became known as Old Llanberis, and then later, Nant Peris.
Building the Church
The church building has been around since at least the 1300s. Some parts of the church, like the side sections called transepts, were added in the 1400s or 1500s. In the 1600s, the church was made longer towards the east. The area around the altar, called the chancel, was also rebuilt at that time.
Church Renovations
The church has been repaired and updated several times. In 1848, an architect named Henry Kennedy from Bangor helped restore it. More work was done in 1893. During this time, the church walls were replastered and redecorated. New wooden parts were also added.
Even more improvements happened in 1899. The walls were covered with wooden boards. A special wooden screen behind the altar, called an oak reredos, was put in place. Beautiful patterned tiles were also laid around the altar area. Evan Parry from Menai Bridge carried out this work.
The lychgate, which is a covered gateway to the churchyard, was built in 1929.
Stained Glass Windows
The beautiful stained glass window at the east end of the church was a gift from John Christopher Lloyd Williams in 1926. It was designed by an artist named W. Aikman.
The Church Parish
St Peris's Church is part of a larger church area called the parish of Bro Eryri. This parish includes several other churches in the region:
- Christ Church, Deiniolen
- St Deiniol's Church, Llanddeiniolen
- St Helen's Church, Penisa'r Waun
- St Michael's Church, Llanrug
- St Padarn's Church, Llanberis
