The Future of Llanddoged Church

ABOUT THIS EVENT

St Doged’s, Llanddoged is an unusual and inviting church and perhaps the only one dedicated to this 5^th century king and saint. The moment that the Friends of Friendless Churches Trustees walked through the door they were determined to save it!  The late medieval building is notable for having a double nave and an eclectic interior, dating largely from the early 19^th century but retaining older fittings and memorials. Reordering here in the 1830s created a unique worship space that combines features of both church and chapel, with tiered seating, box pews and a double-decker pulpit, standing beside an altar that incorporates secular carved panelling from the 16th century.  After a time as a Pilgrim Church in occasional use, St Doged’s closed for worship. With a leaking roof and in need of repair, the building became increasingly vulnerable. In 2024 it was adopted by the FoFC and work began. Repairs are now almost complete: St Doged’s will soon be open again to visit and enjoy year-round, and available to use for events, community activities and occasional services.  

Come and meet the team at our FREE event and enjoy a talk about the repairs from the FoFC’s Director Rachel Morley, architect Tim Ratcliffe and craftsman Ned Scharer.  You can find out more about rescuing this fascinating building, the FoFC’s plans for its future, and how local people can get involved in caring for the church. 

EVENT INFORMATION
Venue and access information: St Doged’s, Ffordd Tyrpeg Uchaf, Llanddoged (Llanddoget), Nr Llanrwst, Conwy, LL26 0BQ

Access to the church is from the side lane (Fford Efail Uchaf – in blue on the map), through a gate and up three shallow steps onto a smooth tarmac path which slopes gently up to the south porch. There is a very shallow sill at the porch entrance, then level access to and inside the church, which has a flagstone floor and box pew seating. There is no WC inside the church.  A temporary WC (portaloo) will be available for this event. The church is unheated, so please dress for the season.   

This event may not be suitable for wheelchair users.  Please contact the FoFC before booking if you have any access queries. 

Parking: There is a small gravel car park opposite the church (in red on the map) - spaces are very limited. It is also possible to park on the roadside in the village. Please park safely and be considerate of our neighbours. 

By road: from the A470 (Llanrwst Road), take the Llanddoged turning. Follow Ty Cerrig to the T-junction. Turn right, then left onto Fford Tyrpeg Uchaf and proceed into the village. St Doged’s church will be on your left. 

By rail: Llanrwst rail station (trains from Llandudno/Llandudno Junction and Blaenau Ffestiniog) then a short taxi ride to Llanddoged.  

Catering: Hot and cold drinks and light refreshments will be served.  

If you have any questions before the event, please get in touch.  
E: maggie@fofc.org.uk T: 020 4520 4458