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alle Crucis Abbey is located in North Wales and lies just to the north of Llangollen. The abbey was founded in 1201 by Madog ap Gruffuud Maelor.


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1201    Valle Crucis Abbey founded
   The abbey in North Wales was founded in 1201 by Madog ap Gruffuud Maelor. 


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