The Llanfyllin parish church is dedicated to St. Myllin.and was, according to tradition, founded in the seventh century by the Irish monk, St. Moling (614-697), who is believed to have been buried beneath the altar although he is also said to be buried in Ireland. The first verifiable record of the church was in 1254, however, and all physical traces of early buildings have faded from the site.
The present church was built in 1706-10 in the manner of a Wren-style church hall. In 1863 the architect Walter Scott attempted to ‘Normanize’ the church, redesigning the window surrounds in the Romanesque style and adding coloured stained glass. Inside the church he installed a triumphal-arch type chancel screen, decorated arches and elaborate tiling. In 1959 the church was restored to a more austere look, with the removal of much of the wall decoration and the installation of oak panelling.
There are many interesting memorials in the churchyard which is worth spending some time exploring. Look for the story about the Augeraud/Williams family which is near GZ - Tomb surrounded by railings.
Also of interest is the memorial incription for Margaret Edwards at GZ THe inscription is written in the Theban aphabet/script although it is in the English language.
You are looking for a camouflaged phial.
More information about St Myllin: HERE
Cache placed with kind permission from Reverend Morris
Please note: Dogs are not allowed in the churchyard other than assistance dogs.
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