The Pales, Llandegley

Description

The Pales is the oldest Quaker Meeting House in Wales in continuous use. It is still an active place of worship (Quaker Meeting for Worship at 3 p.m. on the 3rd Sunday of some months) and a place for prayer and reflection.
Built in 1717, it is a stone building with a thatched roof. The Cottage, built at a later date, has in the past been occupied by a Friend in Residence. There are extensive grounds with a pond, a peace pole, flower borders, woodland and a Quaker burial ground. There are glorious views and an atmosphere of peace and serenity.

The Meeting House and toilets are currently closed to casual visitors, as there is no longer have a warden on site, but the grounds are always open for visitors to enjoy.

Location

The Pales, Llandegley, Llandrindod Wells, Powys, LD1 5UH, United Kingdom

Directions

Grid reference: SO 140 643

By Car - At the village of Llandegley look for brown information sign and follow this. (If approaching from the North you may find that there are gates on the road which must be opened and closed.) Parking is available at the Quarry which is a Site of Special Scientific Interest so care should be taken when parking. The quarry is a two minute walk from the building. Full directions and map can be found on web site shown below.

Facilities

It may be possible to access the buildings by special arrangement with sufficient advance notice. They are potentially available for meetings, workshops, etc. Wheelchair access is possible but difficult. Accessible toilets, presentation equipment, and basic catering facilities. Talks on The Pales, local history, or Quakerism available by prior arrangement. There is accommodation and food available 3 miles away at Pen-y-Bont

Hospitaller/Contact Person

Addoldai Cymru

Email:

Web Link

http://thepales.org.uk

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