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

More than 1,553 miles of pilgrimage trails await visitors in Wales who enjoy walking. The routes – historic routes and rediscovered paths – range from easy one-day stages to tours lasting several days.

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View of Bishops Palace in St David's Pembrokeshire.

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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South Wales

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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Bardsey Island, North Wales

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 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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