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 […]
A jolt. At once, I race to pull my line up. “I’ve got one!” I cheer. My dad and brother rush to get their lines in the water too. Smooth and quick, that’s the key. I peer over the side […]
Connecting with the beautiful blue and green spaces of Mid Wales The Elan Valley, Llyn Clywedog, and Lake Vyrnwy reservoirs, are just some of the amazing blue and green spaces in Mid Wales. These majestic reservoirs, all situated within the […]
“It all started when I needed a nice tablecloth!” In December 2018 Anne and Damian Ward of Llangammarch Wells had family over for a one off Christmas visit from Australia and South Africa. When looking for a ‘nice tablecloth’ in […]
Ynys Llanddwyn is a small tidal island off the west coast of Anglesey (Welsh: Ynys Môn), northwest Wales. The nearest town is Newborough. Bus Number 42 stopped not far off from Wiwer Goch Café on Pendref St. The Red Squirrel […]
Very briefly, a very long time ago, Welshpool (then called Poole) was the capital of South Powys / Powys Gwenwynwyn. Powys Fadog was North Powys. The royal site at Mathrafal under Prince Gwenwynwyn ab Owain (Mathrafal was once the capital […]
The image of the “chocolate box village” has become ingrained in our culture’s subconsciousness as the ultimate embodiment of community, heritage, and beauty (both architectural and natural). The honey-hued stone cottages of the Cotswolds, the thatched and white-washed tapestry of […]
