In the 14th, 15th, and 16th centuries, piracy was widespread along Wales’ western coast, most noticeably in Pembrokeshire. The region’s remoteness from central authority and the participation of people from various backgrounds, including the nobility and fishermen, contributed to its…
Did you know the Golden Age of Piracy lasted from the 1650s to the 1730s? It was split into three periods: Buccaneering, Pirate Round, and Post-Spanish Succession. These periods added to Wales’ rich maritime history. The early Welsh sea raiders…
In the early 15th century, a remarkable figure emerged from the hills of Wales to lead a rebellion that would forever change the course of Welsh history. Owain Glyndwr, born around 1354 into an upper-class Anglo-Welsh family, became the last…
Did you know Edward I, King of England from 1272 to 1307 (known as Longshanks due to his height), had fifteen children with his first wife, Eleanor of Castile? This fact highlights the significant impact of Edward 1 in Wales….
Llywelyn the Great, also known as Llywelyn ap Iorwerth, was one of the most formidable and enduring rulers in Welsh history, governing as Prince of Gwynedd for nearly 45 years, from 1195 to 1240. His rule during this turbulent rebellion…
Did you know Owain Gwynedd, the Prince of Gwynedd, ruled Wales for an impressive 33 years from 1137 to 1170 AD? This remarkable feat showcases the strength and stability of his reign during a tumultuous period in Welsh history. Owain…
Did you know Wales boasts an impressive 427 castles, with Cadw managing 44 of them? The Norman invasion of Wales was a significant turning point in the country’s history. Powerful Norman lords established marcher lordships and castles to control and…
Did you know that over 500 motte-and-bailey castles were built in England just two years after the Norman conquest? The Norman invasion of 1066 changed Welsh history forever. So what exactly was the Norman invasion effect on Wales? The Battle…
Owain Glyndŵr’s 120 men triumphed over 1,500 English soldiers at Mynydd Hyddgen in June 1401. This victory, leaving 200 Englishmen dead, was a highlight in the long history of Medieval rebellions of Wales against English rule. It showcases the resilience…
Beneath the shimmering waters of Cardigan Bay, a hidden kingdom lies. It’s called Cantre’r Gwaelod, or the “Welsh Atlantis.” This land was once 20 miles west of today’s coast, with 16 cities. Now, it’s lost under the waves, its cities…
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