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Winwaloe (Breton: Gwenole; French: Guénolé; Latin: Winwallus or Winwalœus; c. 460 – 3 March 532) was the founder and first abbot of Landévennec Abbey (literally "Lann of Venec"), also known as the Monastery of Winwaloe. It was just south of Brest in Brittany, now part of France.
Accommodation. More Photos. HERITAGE RATING: HERITAGE HIGHLIGHTS: Norman font. St Winwaloe's Church, Gunwalloe. The picturesque medieval church at Gunwalloe sits low on the dunes overlooking a wide swath of sandy beach. The church is named for a 5th century Breton saint, who is said to have founded the first church on this site.
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WINWALOE, ST. Abbot, confessor; Latin: Guengualoeus, in France called Gu é nol é; b. c. 461; d. March 3, c. 532. Winwaloe's father, Fracan, a British chieftain, migrated with his family to Armorica (Brittany), where Winwaloe was born. When 15 years old, he entered the monastic life under (St.) Budoc, on the island of Laur é (Istevert).
WINWALOE. A much-loved, self-catering family seaside home, sleeping 13, with unparalleled views over Polzeath Beach.
A site of archaeological importance surrounded by dunes, beaches, a medieval church and a reedbed rich in wildlife. Gunwalloe, near Helston, Cornwall, TR12 7QE. Opening times. See on map. Visitor information. Things to see and do. About Gunwalloe. Opening times.
Sunroom: Winwaloe’s sunroom has one of Polzeath’s most envied views of the ocean looking straight out to Trevose Head and Stepper Point. There is a large dining room table which seats fourteen and lots of further seating to admire the view.
March 3, Saint. Source: Catholic.org. Saint Winwaloe (Breton: Gwenole; French: Guénolé; Latin: Winwallus or Winwalœus; c. 460 – 3 March 532) was the founder and first abbot of Landévennec Abbey (literally "Lann of Venec"), also known as the Monastery of Winwaloe. It was just south of Brest in Brittany, now part of France.
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