St. Winefride's Guest House, Holywell

History

The holy well at St Winefride’s has been a place of pilgrimage since at least 1115. It is said to spring from the spot where 7th-century Welsh abbot St Beuno brought his niece Winifred back to life, although it is likely that this story may actually have much older, pagan origins.

The chapel itself dates from the late 15th century. Set on the hillside, it’s a striking and unusual building, richly decorated and exceptionally well-built. On the bottom floor, the spring water bubbles up into a star-shaped basin beneath an elaborately vaulted ceiling before flowing out into a more recent outdoor pool, where pilgrims still visit to bathe in its waters with their claimed healing properties.

Reputedly the oldest continually visited pilgrim site in Britain, it’s on the route of the North Wales Pilgrim’s Way that travels along the Llŷn Peninsula to Bardsey Island, the legendary ‘Isle of 20,000 Saints’.

Food & beverage

Breakfast included for each room. 

Lunch & Dinner options available at an extra cost, needs to be preordered before hand. 

You will find a Shop nearby to buy Food & Drink. 

Grounds & Gardens

There is a small sitting area outside the front of the building that guests can enjoy. 

Within walking distance you will find the landmark of St Winefride´s Shrine Well located in the village, definitely a sight worth visiting! 

Other facilities

• All rooms are en-suite. Equipped with a bath or shower, central heating, and television.
• A lift is available for the disabled.
• Towel, Soap, Bath mat included. 
• There is a lounge for the guests and a dining room.
• Free Parking. 
• Free Wifi. 
• Face masks are available to purchase, please just ask.