Capel Als, Llanelli
| Capel Als, Llanelli | |
|---|---|
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| Location | Marble Hall Road, Llanelli |
| Country | Wales, United Kingdom |
| Denomination | Independent (Congregationalist) |
| History | |
| Founded | 1780 |
| Architecture | |
| Heritage designation | Grade II |
| Designated | 3 December 1992 |
| Architect(s) | Thomas Thomas |
| Architectural type | Chapel |
| Style | Late 19th century |
Capel Als is an Independent (Congregational) chapel in Llanelli, Carmarthenshire, Wales, It is regarded as one of the most significant religious buildings in Wales.
It is a Grade II-listed building but many believe it should be accorded more significant status.
The chapel was opened in 1780 The first minister was David Rees, was a celebrated preacher, publisher and agitator. He was firmly opposed to the established church and conducted a long running feud with the rector of Llanelli.
The chapel was rebuilt and enlarged in 1852 under the supervision of architect Thomas Thomas of Landore, Swansea. Thomas subsequently used the Capel Als design at Independent chapels at Pontypool in the following year and seven years later in his home chapel in Llandeilo.
The minister from 1869 until 1914 was Thomas Johns, a leading figure in Welsh nonconformity,
Coordinates: 51°40′54″N 4°09′13″W / 51.6817°N 4.1537°W
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