In this section we will explore and dive in deeper into the myths and legends f North Wales, and further afield.
The Ballad of Branwen and Brân the Giant
By Thom on Wednesday, 30 Nov 2022
The story of Branwen is a major part of the second of four branches of the Mabinogi, which are some of the earliest prose recorded in British literature, and written in 'Middle Welsh'. Not to be…
The Tragedy of Gelert, the Faithful Hound
By Thom on Thursday, 18 Nov 2021
The tragedy of Gelert, the faithful hound of the Welsh Prince Llewelyn is a legend that has been told for generations.
The Grim Reaper of North Wales
By Thom on Saturday, 13 Mar 2021
Nightmarish tales are afoot in a small village in North Wales, as what can only be described as the Welsh verson of the Grim Reaper is said to lie in wait for unsuspecting townsfolk. This dred that…
Queen of the Harp and the Famous Cockerel
By Thom on Sunday, 2 Aug 2020
Nansi Richards Jones, born 14th May 1888 and lived until 21st December 1979, was a decorated Welsh harpist, sometimes known as the "Queen of the Harp" or by her bardic name 'Telynores Maldwyn', given…
The King's Secret
By Thom on Tuesday, 14 Apr 2020
The story we tell here is that of March ap Meirchion who was an early Welsh legendary hero and a known antecedent of the Arthurian King, Mark. The story has many versions, not all of them involving…
Saint Dwynwen, the Welsh Patron Saint of Lovers
By Thom on Saturday, 25 Jan 2020
Whilst many people around the world celebrate Valentine's Day on the 14th of February, all across the land of Wales, the people of Cymru have another hidden, but very special day, up their sleeves.
The Welsh Dragon: The Legends and the History
By Thom on Monday, 2 Dec 2019
Wales and the dragon go hand-in-hand, such is the legacy and legend of the mythical beast and the history and folklore from Wales that is centred around it. Culturally, Wales is often known as the…