Full Report for Listed Buildings
Summary Description of a Listed Buildings
Reference Number
4241
Building Number
Grade
II
Status
Designated
Date of Designation
19/10/1971
Date of Amendment
26/06/1998
Name of Property
Ffynnon Aelrhiw
Address
Location
Unitary Authority
Gwynedd
Community
Aberdaron
Town
Pwllheli
Locality
Rhiw
Easting
223388
Northing
328475
Street Side
Location
Description
Broad Class
Water Supply and Drainage
Period
History
Holy well connected with St Aelrhiw. It was said to cure scrofulous diseases and particularly 'Man Aeliw', Aeliw's spot, a skin disease.
Exterior
Holy well, basin and surround of uncertain date, small square pool with low steps on N side, higher steps on E with outlet for water beneath. Rubble and earth bank to small enclosure with entry on N.
Interior
Reason for designation
Included as a holy well with long history.
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