Faith tourism

There is so much to learn from unlocking the doors of the churches, chapels and ancient places of worship in Wales.

Ruins of a Cistercian abbey in the sunlight

Ancient pilgrimage trails rediscovered

Discover some of the ancient historic and rediscovered pilgrimage routes.

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Interior of ruins.

Historic monuments on the Pembrokeshire coast

A walk in the footsteps of saints, along the Welsh coastline between St Non's Chapel and St Davids.

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West Wales

Interior shot of an old abbey with the sunlight casting shadows.

Exploring the churches of Monmouthshire

Wales has an intriguing religious heritage. Reverend Lionel Fanthorpe tells us some of the stories.

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Wye Valley and Vale of Usk

View from a ruined castle towards pastures and the coast.

Wales’ most soulful abandoned abbeys and castles

Discover the Welsh abbeys and castles that inspired JMW Turner, William Wordsworth and Dylan Thomas.

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Interior of a church with colourful murals and walls.

South Wales' special places of faith

Your guide to some of the special sites of faith heritage across South Wales.

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Image of a part of the St Davids Cathedral ceiling with ornate detail.

West Wales' special places of faith

West Wales has a fascinating religious heritage with much of it still possible to enjoy.

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Sunny image of the side of a small whitewashed church

Mid Wales' special places of faith

Your guide to a showcase of some of the best places to experience our faith heritage in Mid Wales.

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An island seen from the shore.

North Wales' special places of faith

Your guide to some of the special sites of faith heritage across North Wales.

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View of the Norwegian Church behind a lawn full of daisies.

Roald Dahl's links to the Norwegian Church

Discover the history behind Cardiff Bay's Norwegian Church and its connection with Roald Dahl.

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Cardiff