ABOUT
Built on the site of St David’s own 6th century monastery, the Cathedral stands on a wind-swept peninsula jutting out into the Atlantic, in a valley flanked by the ruins of the Bishop’s Palace and surrounded by a walled close – a magnificent site representing unparalleled medieval beauty, artistry and faith.
The AFSDC is a group of like-minded individuals spanning a variety of backgrounds and faiths. Some share a connection with St Davids through their Welsh ancestry, others find the Cathedral and its coastal location a place of outstanding natural beauty. Many strongly identify with the Cathedral’s millennia-long spiritual history evidenced by the enduring example of Saint David himself – Dewi Sant.
To some, this sacred precinct is known as a “Thin Place” where the boundary between the physical and spiritual worlds are inexplicably fused.
In recent years the AFSDC have:
- Supported the newly appointed Bishop of St Davids, Dorrien Davies
- Participated in the Cathedral’s Millennium Appeal by contributing two new tower bells (see below)
- Assisted in renovation of the Cloisters, improving visitor and pilgrim access
- Funded the creation of an “American Pilgrimage Guide to St Davids” to promote assist parishes in visiting The Cathedral
