| Clwyd Family History Society - Church Photographs |
| Denbigh - St. Marcella |
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| Ordnance Survey reference SJ 071662 |
| Clwyd Family History Society - Church Photographs |
| Denbigh - St. Marcella |
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| Ordnance Survey reference SJ 071662 |
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The church of St. Marcella (or Llanfarchell) stands on the Llandyrnog road, more than a mile east of Denbigh. It is also known as Whitchurch (Eglwys Wen), possibly because its exterior walls were at one time whitewashed. Despite being so far from the town, it is in fact the original parish church of Denbigh. The church is mentioned in the Norwich Taxation of 1254. However, only the tower, an Early English doorway and the "Priest's Door" still remain of the early building. Most of the present building dates from the late sixteenth century. By 1828, the church had fallen into disuse, except for burials, in favour of St. Hilary's, which was much closer to the town centre. It was extensively restored in 1908 / 1909, and was re-opened on 1 April 1909. The church is still in regular use. The church was in Denbighshire until 1974; and in Clwyd from 1974 until 1996. It is now in "new" Denbighshire. For "family history" information about the church and parish, click on the GENUKI link at the top of this page. |
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