The 10 Best Sights & Landmarks in Vale of Glamorgan, Wales

St Illtud's Church one of the most important parish churches in the province which is hailed as a 'Beacon Church' in the Diocese. The community of Llanilltud Fawr is centred around the religious community which was founded by Illtud, a Celtic Christian saint, about 1500 years ago. The parish of Llantwit Major includes eight other medieval churches spread out near the Heritage Coastline of the Vale of Glamorgan. These are situated in St Donats, Marcross, Monknash, Wick, Llanmaes, Llanmihangel, Gileston and St Athan. Our Church in Wales Primary School is situated in the village of Wick. The Province of the Church in Wales is divided into six dioceses. The parish of Llantwit Major is part of the Llandaff Diocese. The parish of Llantwit Major is part of the Church in Wales and is part of the worldwide Anglican Communion.

Giles Gallery is a working studio, bringing together a range of creating aspects in the inspirational atmosphere of the family run converted church. Daily art classes and workshops, art supplies, framing service as well as monthly rotating art and craft exhibitions. A huge range of original pieces of art and craft as well as gifts for sale. In house artists offering extraordinary value on tailor made commissioned artworks/ paintings.

Fonmon Castle is situated within a 340-acre rural estate in the beautiful Vale of Glamorgan. Just 30 minutes from Cardiff and the M4, Fonmon Castle is often considered a ‘hidden gem’. Built in 1180, this unique home has been owned by just two former families in its 800-year history. Combining history, charm and adventure, Fonmon Castle offers beautiful Georgian interiors, perfect for business meetings, private dinners and small celebrations, whilst outside you are surrounded by acres of beautiful grounds. At the end of the south lawn is a shady dell & the folly; within the walled gardens, there are several different garden rooms - an enclosed scented garden with thatched summerhouse, flower-filled secret garden, herb beds & an area for growing produce for our kitchens. New for spring 2020, we present our contemporary Wedding Village featuring our ‘three-top-hat’ Tipi for weddings & special events; a medieval farm & grange hamlet where history comes alive & nature walk with Dino park.