Brynbella

Heritage Site in Flintshire

Wales

Brynbella

St Beuno's theological college The Catholic seminary of St Beuno, where Gerard Manley Hopkins studied. The A55 expressway very visible in the near distance.
St Beuno's theological college Credit: Mike Parker

Brynbella is a historic estate located in the rural town of Brynford, Flintshire, in northeast Wales. This magnificent heritage site boasts a rich history dating back to the 16th century and is renowned for its stunning architectural features and picturesque surroundings.

Originally built as a fortified manor house, Brynbella has evolved over the centuries into a grand country residence. The primary building, constructed in the Jacobean style, showcases a harmonious blend of Elizabethan and Georgian architectural influences. Its distinctive design elements include a symmetrical façade, mullioned windows, and a prominent entrance porch.

The estate's extensive grounds are equally captivating, offering a delightful mix of landscaped gardens, woodlands, and rolling hills. The meticulously manicured gardens feature vibrant flower beds, serene water features, and secluded pathways, making it a tranquil haven for visitors to explore and unwind.

Brynbella's historical significance is further amplified by its association with notable figures from British history. The estate was once owned by Sir Roger Mostyn, a prominent member of Parliament during the 17th century. Additionally, it served as a refuge for Charles II during the English Civil War, adding to its allure as a cherished heritage site.

Today, Brynbella continues to be privately owned, preserving its original splendor while offering limited public access. The estate occasionally hosts special events and guided tours, providing visitors with a glimpse into its captivating past and allowing them to appreciate its architectural magnificence and natural beauty.

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Brynbella Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.242/-3.372 or Grid Reference SJ0872. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

St Beuno's theological college The Catholic seminary of St Beuno, where Gerard Manley Hopkins studied. The A55 expressway very visible in the near distance.
St Beuno's theological college
The Catholic seminary of St Beuno, where Gerard Manley Hopkins studied. The A55 expressway very visible in the near distance.
Rock chapel, St Beuno's A curious gothic little chapel, built in 1876 on a wooded bluff a few hundred metres south of St Beuno's college.
Rock chapel, St Beuno's
A curious gothic little chapel, built in 1876 on a wooded bluff a few hundred metres south of St Beuno's college.
The Church of Corpus Christi, Tremeirchion
The Church of Corpus Christi, Tremeirchion
B5429 near Nantgwilym
B5429 near Nantgwilym
Tremeirchion village sign on B5429
Tremeirchion village sign on B5429
Heol-Y-Brenin, Tremeirchion
Heol-Y-Brenin, Tremeirchion
Moel Maenefa Via Offas Dyke to SE, parking for 2-3 cars, super 360 degree views from summit; dry, clear but cloudy.  HuMP demoted Jan 2013 and trig point has been destroyed.

Name: Moel Maenefa
Hill number: 5165
Height: 289m / 948ft
Area: 30C: Llandudno to Wrexham
Class: sHu
Grid ref: SJ 08714 74418
Summit feature: small cairn
Drop: 98m
Col: 191m  SJ086758
Moel Maenefa
Via Offas Dyke to SE, parking for 2-3 cars, super 360 degree views from summit; dry, clear but cloudy. HuMP demoted Jan 2013 and trig point has been destroyed. Name: Moel Maenefa Hill number: 5165 Height: 289m / 948ft Area: 30C: Llandudno to Wrexham Class: sHu Grid ref: SJ 08714 74418 Summit feature: small cairn Drop: 98m Col: 191m SJ086758
Llwybr Clawdd Offa / Offa's Dyke Path Arwyddbost ar Lwybr Clawdd Offa ar Foel Maenefa / Signpost on Offa's Dyke Path on Moel Maenefa.
Llwybr Clawdd Offa / Offa's Dyke Path
Arwyddbost ar Lwybr Clawdd Offa ar Foel Maenefa / Signpost on Offa's Dyke Path on Moel Maenefa.
Llwybr Clawdd Offa / Offa's Dyke Path Llwybr Clawdd Offa ger Cefn Du, Tremeirchion / Offa's Dyke Path near Cefn Du, Tremeirchion.
Llwybr Clawdd Offa / Offa's Dyke Path
Llwybr Clawdd Offa ger Cefn Du, Tremeirchion / Offa's Dyke Path near Cefn Du, Tremeirchion.
Cefn Du Golygfa oddi ar Gefn Du tuag at Y Clwydians / A view from Cefn Du towards The Clwydians.
Cefn Du
Golygfa oddi ar Gefn Du tuag at Y Clwydians / A view from Cefn Du towards The Clwydians.
Cefn Du Golygfa oddi ar Gefn Du i'r de / View from Cefn Du to the south.
Cefn Du
Golygfa oddi ar Gefn Du i'r de / View from Cefn Du to the south.
Cefn Du Caeau ar Gefn Du / Fields on Cefn Du
Cefn Du
Caeau ar Gefn Du / Fields on Cefn Du
Church of Corpus Christi, Tremeirchion - painted portraits window These unusual painted glass portraits in a south window of the church are from the old vicarage, and date from the C17. Two portraits are of monarchs, Charles I, and James I, the third is of John Williams, a native of N Wales who became successively Bishop of Lincoln and Archbishop of York, and during the Civil War fought alternately for both King and Parliament.

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4104958">SJ0873 : Church of Corpus Christi, Tremeirchion - painted portraits window (detail 1)</a>
Church of Corpus Christi, Tremeirchion - painted portraits window
These unusual painted glass portraits in a south window of the church are from the old vicarage, and date from the C17. Two portraits are of monarchs, Charles I, and James I, the third is of John Williams, a native of N Wales who became successively Bishop of Lincoln and Archbishop of York, and during the Civil War fought alternately for both King and Parliament. SJ0873 : Church of Corpus Christi, Tremeirchion - painted portraits window (detail 1)
Church of Corpus Christi, Tremeirchion - painted portraits window (detail 1) A C17 painted portrait of Charles I, one of three portraits on glass set into a south window of the church.

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4104964">SJ0873 : Church of Corpus Christi, Tremeirchion - painted portraits window (detail 2)</a>
Church of Corpus Christi, Tremeirchion - painted portraits window (detail 1)
A C17 painted portrait of Charles I, one of three portraits on glass set into a south window of the church. SJ0873 : Church of Corpus Christi, Tremeirchion - painted portraits window (detail 2)
Church of Corpus Christi, Tremeirchion - painted portraits window (detail 2) A C17 painted portrait of James I, one of three portraits on glass set into a south window of the church.

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4104969">SJ0873 : Church of Corpus Christi, Tremeirchion - painted portraits window (detail 3)</a>
Church of Corpus Christi, Tremeirchion - painted portraits window (detail 2)
A C17 painted portrait of James I, one of three portraits on glass set into a south window of the church. SJ0873 : Church of Corpus Christi, Tremeirchion - painted portraits window (detail 3)
Church of Corpus Christi, Tremeirchion - painted portraits window (detail 3) A C17 painted portrait of John Williams, one of three portraits on glass set into a south window of the church. He was a native of N Wales who became successively Bishop of Lincoln and Archbishop of York, and during the Civil War fought alternately for both King and Parliament.

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<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4104947">SJ0873 : Church of Corpus Christi, Tremeirchion - painted portraits window</a>
Church of Corpus Christi, Tremeirchion - painted portraits window (detail 3)
A C17 painted portrait of John Williams, one of three portraits on glass set into a south window of the church. He was a native of N Wales who became successively Bishop of Lincoln and Archbishop of York, and during the Civil War fought alternately for both King and Parliament. Return to main photo: SJ0873 : Church of Corpus Christi, Tremeirchion - painted portraits window
Croesffordd Sodom Crossroads Llwybr Clawdd Offa yn agosau at groesfordd Sodom.

Offa's Dyke Path approaching Sodom crossroads.
Croesffordd Sodom Crossroads
Llwybr Clawdd Offa yn agosau at groesfordd Sodom. Offa's Dyke Path approaching Sodom crossroads.
Farmland and hillside at Rhuallt View from the Farmers Arms looking over fields towards Rhuallt Hill
Farmland and hillside at Rhuallt
View from the Farmers Arms looking over fields towards Rhuallt Hill
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Brynbella is located at Grid Ref: SJ0872 (Lat: 53.242, Lng: -3.372)

Unitary Authority: Denbighshire

Police Authority: North Wales

What 3 Words

///chips.maple.vaulting. Near Trefnant, Denbighshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 53.242,-3.372
Ffynnon Beuno Cave
Access: permissive
Natural: cave_entrance
Lat/Long: 53.2408886/-3.3720206
Graig Tremeirchion
Ele: 180
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 53.2378897/-3.3700003
Ty-Newydd Cave
Natural: cave_entrance
Lat/Long: 53.2393344/-3.3718625
Graig Tremeirchion
Leisure: wildlife_hide
Website: https://www.northwaleswildlifetrust.org.uk/reserves/y-graig
Lat/Long: 53.2379919/-3.3710318
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 53.2382764/-3.3757202
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 53.238632/-3.3751768
Cae-gwyn Cave
Natural: cave_entrance
Lat/Long: 53.2410352/-3.3721927
Telephone
Booth: K6
Covered: booth
Man Made: telephone_box
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 53.2432386/-3.3783492
Bench
Lat/Long: 53.2432201/-3.3783305
Public Bookcase
Public Bookcase Type: shelf
Lat/Long: 53.2432538/-3.3783633
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