Chapels · South Wales
Gadlys Welsh Baptist Chapel
In or near Treorchy.
Gadlys Welsh Baptist Chapel — Baptist chapel in Trecynon.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 20 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Aberdare · 1.0 km
- Free entry
- Wheelchair accessible
Getting there & planning your visit
Gadlys Welsh Baptist Chapel is located in South Wales, with the nearest railway station being Aberdare, which is 1 km away. The postcode for the chapel is CF44 8EA, and entry is free.
About
Gadlys Welsh Baptist Chapel is a chapel in the United Kingdom. Heritage designation: Grade II listed building. Affiliated with Baptists. Address: CF44 8EA. Wikidata describes it as: "Baptist chapel in Trecynon". Coordinates: 51.7181°, -3.4520°.
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Heritage listing
Gadlys Chapel was a Baptist chapel in Railway Street, Gadlys, Aberdare, Wales. It was built as a branch church of Calfaria Chapel in Aberdare.
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Official information
Cynon Valley Museum is a local history museum located in Aberdare, showcasing the rich history and stories of the Cynon Valley. Visitors can explore two gallery spaces featuring permanent displays and temporary exhibitions by local artists and community groups.
From the Wikipedia article
Gadlys Chapel was a Baptist chapel in Railway Street, Gadlys, Aberdare, Wales. It was built as a branch church of Calfaria Chapel in Aberdare.
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Background
History
The cause of its formation began in 1858. It began as a Sunday school held in various houses until a schoolroom was built and opened on 6 February 1859. 49 members were released from Calfaria, Aberdare to form a new chapel at Gadlys. It was built in 1864 on a land leased from Dr. J.L. Roberts of Gadlys Uchaf Estate. The architect of the building was Thomas Joseph and the building cost were £675. Its first baptism took place on 5 April 1863.
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- Coordinates
- 51.7181, -3.4520
- District
- Rhondda Cynon Taf
- Parish
- Aberdare West
- Postcode
- CF44 8EA
- Parliamentary constituency
- Merthyr Tydfil and Aberdare
- Phone
- 01685 886729
- Established
- 1864
- Nearest railway station
- Aberdare — 1 km
- Opening
- Tuesday to Saturday 10am–4pm
Sources
- wikidata: Q18159974 (CC0)
- wikipedia: Gadlys Chapel (CC BY-SA 4.0)
- commons: Gadlys Chapel Flats, Aberdare (geograph 1831006).jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Gadlys Welsh Baptist Chapel?
- Gadlys Welsh Baptist Chapel is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode CF44 8EA), in the parish of Aberdare West.
- What is Gadlys Welsh Baptist Chapel?
- Gadlys Welsh Baptist Chapel — Baptist chapel in Trecynon.
- How do I get to Gadlys Welsh Baptist Chapel?
- The nearest railway station is Aberdare, about 1.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode CF44 8EA.
- When was Gadlys Welsh Baptist Chapel built?
- Built or established in 1864.
- Is Gadlys Welsh Baptist Chapel a listed building?
- Gadlys Welsh Baptist Chapel is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Gadlys Welsh Baptist Chapel free to visit?
- Yes, Gadlys Welsh Baptist Chapel is free to enter.
- How do I get to Gadlys Welsh Baptist Chapel?
- The nearest railway station is Aberdare, about 1.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CF44 8EA.