Church of the Holy Cross

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The Church of the Holy Cross, Kilgwrrwg, Monmouthshire is an early medieval parish church that once supported a now abandoned village. A Grade II* listed building, the church remains an active parish church. ()

Architectural style: GothicCoordinates: 51°40'56"N, 2°46'45"W

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Church of the Holy Cross – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Tintern Abbey, Chepstow Racecourse, Gray Hill, Wyndcliffe Court.

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