Church of St Mary, Brecon, Powys
formerly in: Brecknockshire
Diocese of Swansea & Brecon (formerly: St Davids)
N.B.Position of marker is approximate and does not necessarily show the exact location of the site.
Site OS Grid Ref: SO04532852
Church (Anglican)
Medieval church dating back the twelfth century, although little survives of this date. Further building in the fourteenth century, the choir extended during the fifteenth century. Tower around 1510-20 at the expense (£2000) of Edward, Duke of Buckingham. There were repairs in 1831 and restorations in 1856, probably by T.H. Wyatt, and in 1928, by W.D. Caroe. Church raised to parochial status 1923.
CPAT Historic Churches Survey
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People associated with this site
as architect: W. D. Caröe
as architect: Thomas Henry Wyatt
Artworks at this site:
| The Risen Christ artist: John Petts 1989 Church of St Mary, Brecon, Powyseast wall of the chancel | |
| The Crucifixion with the Virgin Mary and St John artist: Nathaniel Hitch 1928 Church of St Mary, Brecon, Powyseast wall of the chancel | |
| The Adoration of the Virgin and Child by the Magi firm/studio: A. K. Nicholson Stained Glass Studios 1929 Church of St Mary, Brecon, Powyseast wall of the south aisle | |
| Scenes from the Birth of Christ firm/studio: probably Burlison & Grylls about 1889 Church of St Mary, Brecon, Powyssouth wall of the south aisle |
Photo © Martin Crampin
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