GENUKI - GenealogyAcknowledgements
Documents/Publications |
Author |
Reference |
Location |
|||
| Photos: Prince of Wales Inn, Kenfig | Steve Parker | Ton Kenfig, Bridgend |
History around the area - Cefn CribbwrHistory around the Area
Cefn CribbwrPlaces of Worship in Cefn CribbwrBethlehem Church Life CentreThe first Bethlehem church was built in 1930, it was enlarged in 1952 by building around the existing old church;
once the roof was finished, the first church was knocked down inside the newer second structure.
The new Bethlehem church life centre was built in 2005 - it can hold a congregation of around 300 people.
Bethlehem church life centre [ Official website ]
Calvary English Baptist ChurchBuilt in 1907, Calvary is situated on Cefn Road on the opposite side to Cefn school. The building can hold
a congregation of about 110. Calvary Baptist Chapel has a sister church in Aberkenfig.
St. Colemans ChurchOriginally built in 1924, and supported by the vicar of Penyfai, Rev. H.R. Protheroe and his parishoners. The
church was used for meetings and entertainment - in 2007 weddings were allowed to take place here.
In September 2005, together with St. Theodore's church in Kenfig Hill - St. Colemans was pleased to share its
new beginning with the appointment of a new Parish Priest.
Siloam ChapelBuilt in 1827, this was the first chapel to be built in Cefn Cribbwr. It is the oldest of the six
places of worship in the village. It is located at the top of Bedford Road and is set back off the road
The present day chapel is not the original as the structure was rebuilt in 1855. It is a large structure
with a cemetery to the front and rear. The original congregation were Welsh speakers, many of whom were local miners.
Nebo ChurchThis is the second chapel to be built in Cefn Cribbwr and was built in 1849. It was rebuilt in 1868 and is a large
structure. Both Nebo and Siloam are the only two places of worship in Cefn Cribbwr with cemeteries.
This church can be difficult to find, its entrance is small and the church is tucked away off the main road.
There is a baptistry at the front of the church.
Wesleyan ChapelBuilt in 1886, it took just thirteen weeks to build. It is believed to have been built by volunteer workers
and its chosen site was midway between Cefn Cribbwr and Kenfig Hill alongside the main road overlooking the common.
The building is able to accommodate a congregation of between 120 and 150.
Sunday School ServicesCefn Cribbwr school was once used as a place for Sunday school services in the village.
|
|
Related Website Links
Local Historical Information
|
Website Sponsors & Associates
[ kenfig.org is not responsible for the content on any external website]
|
