Chronicle of Abbot Ralph of Coggeshall
The Chronicle of Abbot Ralph of Coggeshall (Chronicon Anglicanum) is an indispensable medieval history that brings to life centuries of English and European affairs through the eyes of a learned Cistercian monk. Ralph of Coggeshall, abbot of the Abbey of Coggeshall in Essex in the early 13th century, continued and expanded his community’s chronicle, documenting events from the Norman Conquest of 1066 into the tumultuous reign of King Henry III. Blending eyewitness testimony, careful compilation, and the monastic commitment to record-keeping, this chronicle offers a rare narrative of political intrigue, royal power struggles, and social upheaval in England and beyond. Ralph’s work captures the reigns of pivotal figures such as Richard I and King John, providing invaluable insights into their characters, decisions, and the forces that shaped medieval rule. More than a simple annal, Chronicon Anglicanum conveys the texture of medieval life and governance, making it a rich source for scholars and readers fascinated by English history, monastic authorship, and the shaping of the medieval world.
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St Peter's Church, Llanbedr is in Llandedr.
1350. St Peter's Church, Llanbedr [Map]. Windows by Shrigley and Hunt.
After 1795. St Peter's Church, Llanbedr [Map]. Monument to Ursula Lloyd (age 73), her son John Lloyd (age 49) and his wife Margaret Morrall (age 32). Sculpted by S&T Franceys of Liverpool. Originally in the old church. A white marble tablet with moulded cornice and a surmounting sculpted figure of Faith; shallow obelisk behind, of dark grey figured marble, and a shaped grey marble apron with wreathed heraldic roundel.
Ursula Lloyd: Hugh Lloyd of Berth in Denbighshire and she were married. Around 1722 she was born to Howel Lloyd of Wygfair in Flintshire and Phoebe Lloyd. She was their second daughter. On 21st September 1795 she died.
John Lloyd: Around 1746 he was born to Hugh Lloyd of Berth in Denbighshire and Ursula Lloyd. Before 9th September 1806 he and Margaret Morrall were married. On 9th September 1806 he died.
Margaret Morrall: Around 1763 she was born to Josiah Morrall of Plasyollyn in Shropshire and Margaret Lloyd. On 27th March 1810 she died.
On 13th May 1834 Archdeacon John Jones (age 58) died. He was buried at St Peter's Church, Llanbedr [Map] where he had been rector for fifteen years. Source.
1835. St Peter's Church, Llanbedr [Map]. Monument to Archdeacon John Jones.
1863. St Peter's Church, Llanbedr [Map]. Interior.
1863. St Peter's Church, Llanbedr [Map]. Monument to Edward Lloyd of Berth in Denbighshire. Sculpted by John Gibson (age 72).
Edward Lloyd of Berth in Denbighshire: Around 1778 he was born. On 14th October 1859 he died.
1863. St Peter's Church, Llanbedr [Map]. Windows.
1863. St Peter's Church, Llanbedr [Map]. Exterior
1879. St Peter's Church, Llanbedr [Map]. Monument to Reverend Edward Thelwall died 1879.