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Ancient church in the village of Llaneilian in Anglesey. Legend has it that Eilan was sent by the Pope to Anglesey as an emissary to Cadwallon Lawhir, ruler of Anglesey. As well as his household, Eilian brought a number of oxen. Cadwallon seized the animals and in retaliation Eilian struck the king blind, then offered to restore his sight in return for as much land as a deer could run while being pursued. Cadwallon did as he was asked, granting Eilan land, on which then established a church around 450AD. Even though it is in a fairly out of the way place, St Eilian’s church is well known on Anglesey for its unusual 12th century stone pyramidal spire and the wooden carvings and paintings inside.
February 9, 2026 at 2:49 PM