Cornelyn

Settlement in Anglesey

Wales

Cornelyn

Eglwys Sant Cawrdaf  St Cawrdaf Church
Eglwys Sant Cawrdaf St Cawrdaf Church Credit: Ceri Thomas

Cornelyn is a small village located on the island of Anglesey, off the northwest coast of Wales. Situated about 3 miles southeast of Holyhead, it is nestled in a picturesque rural setting surrounded by rolling green hills and farmland. The village is home to a close-knit community of around 200 residents.

The village of Cornelyn is characterized by its tranquil atmosphere and natural beauty. The landscape is dominated by lush green fields and scattered farmhouses, giving it a charming countryside feel. The area is known for its agricultural activities, with farming playing a significant role in the local economy.

Despite its small size, Cornelyn offers essential amenities to its residents. The village boasts a local pub, providing a focal point for socializing and community gatherings, as well as a primary school for the education of the local children. Additionally, the village enjoys good transport links, with regular bus services connecting it to nearby towns and cities.

Cornelyn's location on Anglesey offers residents and visitors the opportunity to explore the island's stunning coastline and beautiful beaches. The nearby Holyhead Mountain provides a popular spot for walkers and hikers, offering panoramic views of the surrounding area.

In summary, Cornelyn is a peaceful and picturesque village in Anglesey, known for its rural charm, agricultural heritage, and access to the island's natural beauty.

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Cornelyn Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.298398/-4.076248 or Grid Reference SH6179. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Eglwys Sant Cawrdaf  St Cawrdaf Church
Eglwys Sant Cawrdaf St Cawrdaf Church
Arwydd draenogiad / Hedgehog sign
Arwydd draenogiad / Hedgehog sign
Pentref Penmon / Penmon village
Pentref Penmon / Penmon village
Colomendy Penmon ac Eglwys Sant Seiriol / Penmon Dovecote and St Seiriol's Church
Colomendy Penmon ac Eglwys Sant Seiriol / Penmon Dovecote and St Seiriol's Church
Osgoi'r ysgall / Dodging the thistles
Osgoi'r ysgall / Dodging the thistles
Priordy Penmon ac Eglwys Sant Seiriol / Penmon Priory and St Seiriol's Church
Priordy Penmon ac Eglwys Sant Seiriol / Penmon Priory and St Seiriol's Church
Ffynnon Sant Seiriol / St Seiriol's Well
Ffynnon Sant Seiriol / St Seiriol's Well
Chwarel Flagstaff / Flagstaff Quarry
Chwarel Flagstaff / Flagstaff Quarry
Priordy Penmon o'r môr Penmon Priory from the sea.
Priordy Penmon o'r môr
Penmon Priory from the sea.
Penmon Dovecote, Anglesey Built in the 1600's for the priory also on the site. There are over 900 nesting holes inside, Must have been messy :)
Penmon Dovecote, Anglesey
Built in the 1600's for the priory also on the site. There are over 900 nesting holes inside, Must have been messy :)
St Seiriol's church, Penmon Priory
St Seiriol's church, Penmon Priory
Penmon Dovecote in 1980
Penmon Dovecote in 1980
St Seiriol's Well <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.megalithic.co.uk/article.php?sid=8077" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.megalithic.co.uk/article.php?sid=8077">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
St Seiriol's Well
Penmon Priory Refectory & Warming House Remains
Penmon Priory
Refectory & Warming House Remains
Ruins of the refectory, Penmon Priory Probably dating from the 13th Century, the building once housed the monks' dormitory above the refectory.   Grade-I listed by Cadw (26764 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://cadwpublic-api.azurewebsites.net/reports/listedbuilding/FullReport?lang=&id=26764" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://cadwpublic-api.azurewebsites.net/reports/listedbuilding/FullReport?lang=&id=26764">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> ).
Ruins of the refectory, Penmon Priory
Probably dating from the 13th Century, the building once housed the monks' dormitory above the refectory. Grade-I listed by Cadw (26764 LinkExternal link ).
St Seiriol's Church (Penmon Priory) A church was probably established on the site in the 6th Century.  The nave and tower pictured date from the mid-12th Century and are grade-I listed by Cadw (5525 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://cadwpublic-api.azurewebsites.net/reports/listedbuilding/FullReport?lang=&id=5525" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://cadwpublic-api.azurewebsites.net/reports/listedbuilding/FullReport?lang=&id=5525">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> ).  Note the tympanum above the south doorway.
St Seiriol's Church (Penmon Priory)
A church was probably established on the site in the 6th Century. The nave and tower pictured date from the mid-12th Century and are grade-I listed by Cadw (5525 LinkExternal link ). Note the tympanum above the south doorway.
St Seiriol's Church and Priory House, Penmon Priory House (listed at grade-II* by Cadw 5454 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://cadwpublic-api.azurewebsites.net/reports/listedbuilding/FullReport?lang=&id=5454" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://cadwpublic-api.azurewebsites.net/reports/listedbuilding/FullReport?lang=&id=5454">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> ), with its gigantic buttress chimneys, is built onto the south transept of the church.
St Seiriol's Church and Priory House, Penmon
Priory House (listed at grade-II* by Cadw 5454 LinkExternal link ), with its gigantic buttress chimneys, is built onto the south transept of the church.
South door of the nave, St Seiriol's Church, Penmon Note the crouching dragon in the tympanum.
South door of the nave, St Seiriol's Church, Penmon
Note the crouching dragon in the tympanum.
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Cornelyn is located at Grid Ref: SH6179 (Lat: 53.298398, Lng: -4.076248)

Unitary Authority: Isle of Anglesey

Police Authority: North Wales

What 3 Words

///departure.backhand.hangs. Near Llangoed, Isle of Anglesey

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