St. Peter's Church & Shrine of Our Lady of Pen Llyn

About

St Peter’s is the Parish church of Pwllheli and part of the Church in Wales ministry area of Bro Enlli. Built in 1886 to replace the former parish church it is grade 2 listed. Built by the eminent church architect Aldrich Scott and containing many fascinating historical stained glass windows it’s worth spending some time enjoying the beauty of the building itself. It is also home to the re-opened medieval Shrine of Our Lady of Pen Llyn and houses the important relic of a piece of the Veil worn by the Blessed Virgin Mary at the foot of the cross. This can be viewed by appointment. Open most days Tuesday to Sunday 9am-3pm there are also various weekly activities Sunday - Sung Mass 10.30am Tuesday - Weekday Mass 10.30am, Free Lunch 12pm, Foodbank 2-3pm Wednesday - Rural Market (March-December) 9am-12pm, Parent & Toddler group 1pm-3pm Friday - Free Lunch 12pm, Foodbank 2-3pm, Meditation & Benediction 3pm Saturday - Shrine Mass of Our Lady of Pen Llyn 10am

At a glance

• Typical visit: about 30 minutes