By Maredudd ap Huw Had circumstances been different, Percy Bysshe Shelley (1792-1822), the Sussex-born English lyric poet, could have become a permanent resident of Wales. Shelley’s cousin, Thomas Grove, owned Cwm Elan, one of the great estates and mansions of […]
By Huw S Thomas In a joint venture funded by Llandovery RFC and Llandovery College, Dragons and Wales international centre Adam Warren has signed two year contracts with both the Drovers and the College. The 31 year old returns to […]
There was a time, not that long ago, when chapels dominated the communities which they served. Not only were they central to the religious, cultural and social lives of their adherents, they also dominated, in a very physical sense, the […]
Karen Foy heads to the Llyn Peninsula to find out more about a village that pays a unique homage to one of its sons. Nestled on the banks of the Afon Dwyfor, in an area known as Eifionydd, at the […]
For some, the magnet is the heartbreaking story of Prince Llywelyn the Great, his infant son and his dog… Returning from hunting, wondering why his hound had left the pack, Llywelyn, a new father finds an overturned cradle, the infant […]
Llanddulas has a mixed history – triumphing over tragedies, breathing new life into old ventures, all whilst respecting the past but moving forward into the 21st century. Nestling beneath the limestone hill of Cefn-yr-Ogof, and closely bordered by Abergele, Llysfaen […]
Karen Foy steps back in time and visits a thriving modern community dominated by its 13th-century past. Situated in the county of Denbighshire, Rhuddlan boasts a picturesque location nestled on the banks of the River Clwyd. The approach over the […]
Wales and Lions prop Wyn Jones insists that the semi-pro Premiership has been a vital part of his rugby development and now another famous rugby player has voiced his support writes Huw S Thomas. It is no exaggeration to say […]
Situated in the picturesque Elwy Valley, Llangernyw is one of a declining number of villages which has managed to retain its traditional culture and language, whilst gradually developing to meet the needs of the 21st century. Eight miles south west […]
Karen Foy travels along the north Wales coast to the village of Hawarden and gives us a glimpse into the events which shaped its fascinating past. Ancient Origins… Despite the hub of the community centering around one main street, Hawarden […]
Amlwch wasn’t on my list, but ready to capture any and every possibility of extra exploring, I said yes to the jaunt. It was a slate grey sky that bled its colour into the air just like any other slate […]
Learning Welsh could start with… “I wish I spoke Welsh.” “It would be lovely to learn the language, but I just don’t have the time.” “I am just not good at languages.” David from Jin Talog tells Welsh Country of […]
