The present building nestles in a circular churchyard surrounded by ancient Yews which support the idea of an ancient foundation perhaps founded by a follower of St Beuno in the 6th century . A Maltese Cross on the Bell Cote is another indication of this place as being a place of pilgrimage Brynbella . Mrs Thrale's 18th century mansion stands below the village. This is a private residence and not open to the public. Next to Brynbella in a stone enclosure is Ffynnon Beuno noted for its healing properties.
Water rushes out from the mouth of a roughly carved stone head of unknown age.
Ffynnon Beuno is situated on private property , access only by arrangement. This is the earliest brick house in Wales. Built in 1567 by Sir Richard Clough. The main house was demolished in 1817 but its other buildings still stand as a farm and guest house. There is a nature trail through 40 acres of ancient woodland which hosts several ancient species of plants.