The History of Wales Magazine
Every month we will feature articles relating to the history of Wales – famous people, famous battles, famous places etc. These will build over the months into a full and intriguing insight into the history of this ancient land.
You may also be interested in our History of Britain section covering the period from the Act of Union during Queen Anne‘s reign to the modern day.
The Great Orme Mines
The history of the Great Orme Mines in Llandudno, with over 5 miles of tunnels and passageways to explore.
Ednyfed Fychan, father of the Tudor dynasty
The story of Ednyfed Fychan, Welsh noble and father of the Tudor dynasty, ancestor of the Tudor monarchs of England including Henry VII, Henry VIII and Elizabeth I.
Who were the Druids?
The history of the Druids and Druidism as a religion in Wales and Britain.
The Leek – National Emblem of the Welsh
The leek is worn as a symbol of being proud to be Welsh, especially on St Davids day,
The Romans in Wales
The Romans in Wales and the resistance led by Caractacus (Caradoc). We also look at the Anglesey Celts and Druids during this period…
St Patrick – The most celebrated Welshman in America?
The St. Patrick’s Day custom arrived in America in 1737, that being the first year it was publicly celebrated in Boston. Most Americans, and other folk across the world, assume that Patrick was Irish: not so, many scholars believe he was Welshman!
The History of Welsh Surnames
Have you ever wondered why there are so many Jones’ in a Welsh phonebook? Read on to find out why!
Cromlech, the first Welsh houses
Cromlech were the first stone structures to be built in Wales and were built before the Pyramids
