Capeli Cymru

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✨ Addurniad nenfwd canolog yng Nghapel Bedyddwyr Calfaria, Clydach.
Atgof o harddwch adeiladau capeli.
Mae mwy o ddelweddau o'r capel ar gael ar Coflein yma: https://zurl.co/ZmDab

Delwedd:
© Hawlfraint y Goron: Comisiwn Brenhinol Henebion Cymru
https://zurl.co/iJNdd

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✨ Central ceiling decoration at Calfaria Baptist Chapel, Clydach
A reminder of the beauty of chapel buildings.
More images of the chapel are available on Coflein here: https://zurl.co/Wg3fq

Image:
© Crown Copyright: Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical Monuments of Wales
https://zurl.co/ybA07

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Diolch yn fawr iawn i bawb sydd eisoes wedi cymryd rhan yng Nghyfrifiad Cenedlaethol y Capeli.

Mae eich amser, eich mewnwelediadau a'ch ymatebion yn ein helpu i greu darlun cliriach o gapeli ledled Cymru — sut maen nhw'n cael eu defnyddio, a'r hyn maen nhw'n ei olygu i gymunedau.

Rydym wedi cael cannoedd o ymatebion hyd yn hyn, ond gyda miloedd o gapeli ledled Cymru, mae pob cyfraniad unigol yn dal i wneud gwahaniaeth.
Os nad ydych wedi'i gwblhau eto, mae amser o hyd — rydym wedi ymestyn y dyddiad cau a byddem wrth ein bodd yn clywed gennych!

👉 https://zurl.co/Qwy4s

Delwedd: Tu mewn i Gapel Annibynnol Bethel, Pen-Clawdd
© Hawlfraint y Goron: Comisiwn Brenhinol Henebion Cymru
https://zurl.co/ZvwrD

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A huge thank you to everyone who has already taken part in the National Chapel Census.

Your time, insights and responses are helping us build a clearer picture of chapels across Wales — how they’re used, and what they mean to communities.

We’ve had hundreds of responses so far, but with thousands of chapels across Wales, every single contribution still makes a difference.

If you haven’t completed it yet, there’s still time — we have extended the closing date and would love to hear from you!

👉 https://zurl.co/EQoYw

Image: The interior of Bethel Independent Chapel, Pen-Clawdd
© Crown Copyright: Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical Monuments of Wales
https://zurl.co/n1JmC

Hyfryd gweld Archifau Ynys Môn yn tynnu sylw at hanes cyfoethog capeli’r ynys - yn sicr werth ymweld!

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Wonderful to see Anglesey Archives highlighting the rich history of the island’s chapels - certainly worth a visit!

Archifau Ynys Môn/Anglesey Archives

I ddathlu Diwrnod Rhyngwladol Archifau, tynnwn eich sylw at ein harddangosfa ddiweddaraf. ‘O’r Casgliad - Capeli Môn’ yn amlygu eitemau o gasgliad Archifau Ynys Môn yn ymwneud a Chapeli’r Ynys. Galwch i mewn i gael golwg os ydach chi’n pasio, mae 'na gymaint o bethau diddorol ar y paneli!
To celebrate International Archives Day, we bring to your attention our latest exhibition. ‘From the Collection – Anglesey Chapels’ highlighting Chapel related items from the Anglesey Archives collection. Make sure you pop in if your passing, there’s so much interesting stuff on the panels! Cyngor Sir Ynys Môn Isle of Anglesey County Council Archifau Cymru - Archives Wales

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Sgwrs ddiddorol ar heddiw gyda Ben Sims o

Fel rhan o raglen Jason Mohammad, The Phone In, codwyd cwestiwn pwysig ac amserol: A oes digon yn cael ei wneud i ddiogelu adeiladau crefyddol yng Nghymru?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m002x26p

Mae'r cwestiwn hwn wrth wraidd prosiect Capeli Cymru, sy'n gweithio i ddiogelu treftadaeth Anghydffurfiaeth yng Nghymru trwy sicrhau ei bod yn cael ei deall, ei gwerthfawrogi a'i chadw ar gyfer cenedlaethau'r dyfodol. Mewn partneriaeth ag enwadau, cynulleidfaoedd, sefydliadau treftadaeth a chymunedau lleol, mae'r prosiect yn datblygu strategaethau arloesol ac ymarferol i ddiogelu treftadaeth capeli ledled Cymru.

Rhan allweddol o'r gwaith hwn yw Cyfrifiad Capeli Cenedlaethol, sy'n mapio capeli gweithredol, capeli caeedig ac wedi'u haddasu ledled Cymru, ac yn casglu data hanfodol ar eu cynaliadwyedd a'u harwyddocâd pensaernïol.

👉 Cyfrannwch at Gyfrifiad Capeli Cenedlaethol yma:
https://cbhc.gov.uk/prosiectau/capeli-cymru-2/cyfrifiad-capeli-cymru/

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An interesting conversation on today with Ben Sims from

As part of Jason Mohammad’s programme, The Phone In, an important and timely question was raised: Is there enough being done to preserve religious buildings in Wales? https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m002x26p

This question sits at the heart of the Capeli Cymru project, which works to safeguard the heritage of Nonconformity in Wales by ensuring it is understood, valued, and preserved for future generations. In partnership with denominations, congregations, heritage organisations and local communities, the project is developing innovative and practical approaches to safeguard chapel heritage across Wales.

A key part of this work is a National Chapel Census, which is mapping active, closed and converted chapels across Wales, and gathering vital data on their sustainability and architectural significance.

👉 Contribute to the National Chapel Census here: https://rcahmw.gov.uk/projects/capeli-cymru/capeli-cymru-census/

The Phone In - Jason Mohammad takes your calls on Henry Nowak, preserving our religious buildings and running. - BBC Sounds Jason takes your calls on Henry Nowak, preserving our religious buildings and running.

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Mae tai cyfarfod y Crynwyr yn rhan bwysig o dreftadaeth grefyddol gyfoethog Cymru. Ydych chi'n adnabod un yn eich cymuned?
Helpwch ni i greu cofnod mwy cyflawn drwy gyfrannu at Gyfrifiad Cenedlaethol y Capeli.
Gallai eich gwybodaeth wneud gwahaniaeth gwirioneddol.
👉 https://zurl.co/VTBaD

Delwedd: Tŷ Cyfarfod y Crynwyr Pales
© Hawlfraint y Goron: Comisiwn Brenhinol Henebion Cymru
https://zurl.co/JaqCf

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Quaker meeting houses form an important part of Wales’ rich religious heritage.
Do you know of one in your community?
Help us create a more complete record by contributing to the National Chapel Census.
Your knowledge could make a real difference.
👉 https://zurl.co/nKB1Z

Image: The Pales Quaker Meeting House
© Crown Copyright: Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical Monuments of Wales
https://zurl.co/Aduae

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Dyma ffotograff o Gapel y Traeth, Criccieth (Capel Seion gynt).

Yn ôl ein cofnodion, mae'r capel hwn ar agor i'w addoli — ond a yw hynny'n dal yn wir?

Helpwch ni i gadw ein gwybodaeth yn gywir ac yn gyfredol drwy gwblhau Cyfrifiad Cenedlaethol y Capeli:
🔗 https://zurl.co/A5fqS

Mae pob cyfraniad yn ein helpu i greu darlun cliriach a mwy dibynadwy o dreftadaeth capeli Cymru. Diolch am eich cefnogaeth!

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Here is a photograph of Capel y Traeth, Criccieth (formerly Capel Seion).

According to our records, this chapel is open for worship — but is that still the case?

Help us keep our information accurate and up to date by completing the National Chapel Census:
🔗 https://zurl.co/covqy

Every contribution helps us build a clearer and more reliable picture of Wales’ chapel heritage. Thank you for your support!

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Cynllunio prosiect ar gyfer eich capel neu eglwys? Peidiwch â cholli'r sesiynau rhad ac am ddim sydd i ddod gan Ymddiriedolaeth Eglwysi Genedlaethol 👇

P'un a ydych chi newydd ddechrau neu'n datblygu eich cynlluniau, mae'r gwe-seminarau hyn yn llawn cyngor ymarferol:

19 Mai: Planning your project: Applying to the National Lottery Heritage Fund
11 Mehefin: Planning your project: Working with an architect
16 Mehefin: Planning your project: Statements of significance
16 Gorffennaf: Enterprise: Ideas for income generation
29 Gorffennaf: Applying for National Churches Trust Grants

🔗 Dysgwch fwy a chofrestrwch yma: https://zurl.co/gvRQI

💡 Yn ddelfrydol ar gyfer unrhyw un sy'n gofalu am neu'n datblygu adeiladau eglwysi a chapeli.

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Planning a project for your chapel or church? Don’t miss these free upcoming sessions from the National Churches Trust 👇

Whether you're just starting out or developing your plans, these webinars are packed with practical advice:

19 May: Planning your project: Applying to the National Lottery Heritage Fund
11 June: Planning your project: Working with an architect
16 June: Planning your project: Statements of significance
16 July: Enterprise: Ideas for income generation
29 July: Applying for National Churches Trust Grants

🔗 Find out more and sign up here:
https://zurl.co/gvRQI

💡 Ideal for anyone caring for or developing church and chapel buildings.

Neithiwr, cafodd tîm Capeli Cymru amser gwych yn sioe Keith a Marj: Us, Pots and a Welsh Chapel.

Roedden ni yno i sgwrsio ag aelodau’r gynulleidfa am brosiect Capeli Cymru, cysylltu â phobl sy’n angerddol am dreftadaeth capeli, a chlywed gan y rhai sydd wedi cael eu hysbrydoli gan daith Keith a Marj – gan gynnwys rhai sydd bellach yn breuddwydio am (neu eisoes yn cymryd camau tuag at!) brynu capel eu hunain.

Roedd hefyd yn bleser mawr cwrdd â Keith a Marj ar ôl y sioe a rhannu mwy am waith Capeli Cymru. Mae eu stori’n parhau i danio diddordeb yn nyfodol capeli Cymru – ac mae’n wych bod yn rhan o’r sgyrsiau hynny.

Diolch i bawb a ddaeth draw am sgwrs!

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Last night, the Capeli Cymru team had a fantastic time at the Keith and Marj: Us, Pots, and a Welsh Chapel show!

We were there to chat with audience members about the Capeli Cymru project, connect with people passionate about chapel heritage, and hear from those who’ve been inspired by Keith and Marj’s journey – including some who are now dreaming of (or already taking steps toward!) buying a chapel of their own.

It was also a real pleasure to meet Keith and Marj after the show and share more about the work of Capeli Cymru. Their story continues to spark interest in the future of Welsh chapels – and it’s brilliant to be part of those conversations.

Thank you to everyone who came over for a chat!



Keith Brymer Jones

Rydym yn adeilad y Llyfrgell Genedlaethol tan 4:30yh heddiw. Dewch draw i glywed mwy am brosiect Capeli Cymru.

Am 2yh, bydd Susan Fielding yn traddodi sgwrs yn y Drwm am y broses o gofnodi, ymchwilio a chadw capeli Anghydffurfiol Cymru.

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We are in the National Library building until 4:30pm today. Come along to hear more about the Capeli Cymru project.

At 2pm, Susan Fielding will be delivering a talk in the Drwm all about the process of recording, researching, and preserving Welsh Nonconformist chapels.

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Yfory, bydd tîm Capeli Cymru, Archifdy Ceredigion, Treftadaeth Ymlaen a'r Loteri Genedlaethol i gyd yn yr Ystafell Addysg (Llyfrgell Genedlaethol Cymru) o 10:30yb i 4:30yh

Rhwng 10:30yb a 2yh, bydd Ystafell Ddarllen Comisiwn Brenhinol ar agor. Bydd cyfle i chi edrych ar amrywiaeth o ffotograffau, lluniadau, cynlluniau pensaernïol, ac adroddiadau sy'n gysylltiedig â chapeli yn ac o gwmpas Aberystwyth.

Am 2yh, bydd Susan Fielding yn rhoi sgwrs yn y Drwm am y broses o gofnodi, ymchwilio a chadw capeli Anghydffurfiol Cymru.

Gobeithio eich gweld chi yfory yn adeilad Llyfrgell Genedlaethol Cymru!

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Tomorrow, the Capeli Cymru team, Ceredigion Archives, Heritage Forward and the National Lottery will all be in the Education Room (The National Library of Wales building) from 10:30am to 4:30pm.

Between 10:30am and 2pm, the Royal Commission’s Reading Room will be open, offering an opportunity for you to look at a range of photographs, drawings, architectural plans, and reports related to chapels in and around Aberystwyth.

At 2pm, Susan Fielding will be delivering a talk in the Drwm all about the process of recording, researching, and preserving Welsh Nonconformist chapels.

We hope to see you in the National Library of Wales building tomorrow!

Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical Monuments of Wales Archifdy Ceredigion Archives Arts & Business Cymru The National Lottery Heritage Fund Cronfa Treftadaeth y Loteri Gen / National Lottery Heritage Fund - Cymru Llyfrgell Genedlaethol Cymru | The National Library of Wales