Ffynnon Gybi

Heritage Site in Gwynedd

Wales

Ffynnon Gybi

Mur Crusto Farmhouse, Llangybi
Mur Crusto Farmhouse, Llangybi Credit: Dr Duncan Pepper

Ffynnon Gybi is a historic heritage site located in Gwynedd, Wales. It holds great significance as a holy well and is believed to have been a place of pilgrimage since ancient times. The site is dedicated to Saint Cybi, a 6th-century Welsh saint who is said to have founded a monastery nearby.

The well is situated in a small stone structure, with a roof supported by stone pillars. It is surrounded by a low stone wall, creating a peaceful and secluded atmosphere. The water from the well flows into a small basin, which visitors can use for various rituals and for drinking. The well water is considered to have healing properties, and many people come to the site seeking its therapeutic effects.

Ffynnon Gybi is also home to a stone cross, believed to date back to the 10th or 11th century. The cross is intricately carved with Celtic designs, adding to the historical and cultural significance of the site. The surroundings of the well are beautifully landscaped, with trees and flowers enhancing the overall charm of the area.

The site attracts both locals and tourists interested in experiencing the spiritual and historical aspects of Wales. Visitors can explore the well and its surroundings, learn about the life of Saint Cybi, and enjoy the tranquil ambiance. Ffynnon Gybi offers a unique glimpse into the ancient traditions and beliefs of the region, making it a captivating heritage site for all who visit.

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Ffynnon Gybi Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.9457/-4.3421 or Grid Reference SH4241. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Mur Crusto Farmhouse, Llangybi
Mur Crusto Farmhouse, Llangybi
Former farm building now used as a store house Also has swallows nesting inside.
Former farm building now used as a store house
Also has swallows nesting inside.
Former forge at Llangybi, now a private dwelling
Former forge at Llangybi, now a private dwelling
BT Phonebox and adjacent bus shelter at Llangybi Two buses a day-if you are lucky, otherwise none.
BT Phonebox and adjacent bus shelter at Llangybi
Two buses a day-if you are lucky, otherwise none.
Slate topped graves in the churchyard of St Cybi's church in Llangybi
Slate topped graves in the churchyard of St Cybi's church in Llangybi
St Cybi's church Llangybi
St Cybi's church Llangybi
Vernacular housing in Llangybi
Vernacular housing in Llangybi
Sheep may safely pass-but not cattle A simple but effective low tech way of allowing sheep through a stone fence but not cattle.
Sheep may safely pass-but not cattle
A simple but effective low tech way of allowing sheep through a stone fence but not cattle.
The stream running through the valley at St Cybi's Well Looking upstream.
The stream running through the valley at St Cybi's Well
Looking upstream.
The stream that runs through the valley at St Cybi's Well Looking downstream.
The stream that runs through the valley at St Cybi's Well
Looking downstream.
The former patients' accommodation for the sick attending St Cybi's Well A considerably more recent addition to the early well enclosure.
The former patients' accommodation for the sick attending St Cybi's Well
A considerably more recent addition to the early well enclosure.
St Cybi's Well A pre-Christian 6th century enclosed well having alleged healing properties. The water tastes quite nice too.
St Cybi's Well
A pre-Christian 6th century enclosed well having alleged healing properties. The water tastes quite nice too.
The outflowing stream from St Cybi's Well Showing the raised stone causeway that leads over the marshy land to the toilet enclosure in the distance.
The outflowing stream from St Cybi's Well
Showing the raised stone causeway that leads over the marshy land to the toilet enclosure in the distance.
Porth Mynwent Eglwys S Cybi - Lychgate of church of St Cybi The lychgate and churchyard wall to <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/575627">SH4241 : Eglwys Sant Cybi Llangybi</a>
Porth Mynwent Eglwys S Cybi - Lychgate of church of St Cybi
The lychgate and churchyard wall to SH4241 : Eglwys Sant Cybi Llangybi
Castell An ancient cottage in the centre of the village.
Castell
An ancient cottage in the centre of the village.
Ty'n Lôn Isaf
Ty'n Lôn Isaf
Cyffordd - Road junction On the road to Pencaenewydd. The road to the right leads to Llangybi.
Cyffordd - Road junction
On the road to Pencaenewydd. The road to the right leads to Llangybi.
Ffordd i Sardis - Road to Sardis
Ffordd i Sardis - Road to Sardis
Show me another place!

Ffynnon Gybi is located at Grid Ref: SH4241 (Lat: 52.9457, Lng: -4.3421)

Unitary Authority: Gwynedd

Police Authority: North Wales

Also known as: St Cybi's Well

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.9457,-4.3421
Llangybi
Is In: Gwynedd,UK
Place: village
Source: NPE
Wikidata: Q1866840
Lat/Long: 52.9444797/-4.3386378
St Cybi's Well
Information: board
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 52.9453921/-4.341727
Barrier: kissing_gate
Bicycle: no
Foot: yes
Material: metal
Lat/Long: 52.9448934/-4.3409618
Barrier: kissing_gate
Bicycle: no
Foot: yes
Material: metal
Lat/Long: 52.945398/-4.3416979
Shelter
Shelter Type: public_transport
Lat/Long: 52.9434074/-4.3415819
Telephone
Defibrillator
Booth: KX100
Covered: booth
Defibrillator Location: inside telephone box, Llangybi
Emergency: defibrillator
Man Made: telephone_box
Lat/Long: 52.943428/-4.3416061
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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