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The period we call the Iron Age in Wales began in approximately 800 BC, after new settlers began arriving in Britain—the Celts. These more advanced people developed iron weapons, better tools, and new methods, such as building hill forts for dwellings and defense. Though first arriving around 1,000 BC, by about 600 BC, the Celtic tribes emigrating to Britain from Europe had well-established themselves on the island. Iron Age Wales was in full swing. As the Bronze Age drew to a close, people still utilized some bronze weapons and tools, but the use of iron became more prevalent. The...
Read MoreFilmmaker and photographer Andy Pilsbury and the Gaia Foundation have released " Llafur Ni ," a documentary about Pembrokeshire organic farmer Gerald Miles and his successful work, with farmer Iwan Evans Coedfadre and musician Owen Shiers , to bring Ceirch Du (black oats) back back to Wales. Once common, black oats had become a difficult to find "lost crop" until Miles and Katie Hastings , regional coordinator for the Gaia Foundation’s UK Seed Sovereignty Programme, formed Llafur Ni, and recruited other farmers in Wales to work to bring them back. 'When Shiers first heard Miles...
Read More"The Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island in New York harbour remain two of the world's iconic sites - and sights. "Ellis Island gained its historic status as the first place millions of immigrants arriving in America would have set foot on US soil . "And remarkably, two American men of Welsh origin with the same name can lay claim to being the founder of Ellis Island. "But all these years on, the question remains: which Samuel Ellis was it?"
Read MoreThe Double Diamond Club are officially open for business, releasing their self-titled debut single via Alcopop! Records back on New Years Day got 2025 off with a bang with the video previewing on Louder than War and receiving play on BBC Ulster and BBC Wales. The original Double Diamond Club were a renowned vocal duo that dominated the South Wales club scene in the late 1970s and early 1980s. Hailed (or maybe that should be mythologised?) as the greatest club singing duo in Caerphilly and surrounding areas, they captivated audiences across the valleys and beyond, playing to...
Read MoreThese four best books about Wales are all distinctly different, yet each one is a rich and immersive journey in its own way. After choosing from The Mabinogion, Pigeon, A History of Wales, and Owen, prop up the pillows and make yourself comfy because you might be up past your bedtime. Each of the four best books about Wales listed below will give you a deeper look at this fascinating country and make you feel closer to it. Why is Wales so important? Cymru (Wales) is important for retaining its unique Welsh culture and traditions. Some customs are more modern, while others trace back to...
Read More2 CommentsDan is a self-taught Welsh speaker whose first novel— The Lone Escapist —reached the semifinals of the 2018 Chanticleer Book Review ‘Clue Awards’ and was voted ‘Best Escapist Novels’ by the Book Lovin’ Geek Mamas of NYC. Dan has appeared often on S4C, the Welsh-language television channel, as well as on BBC Wales television and radio. He teaches English at College of the Canyons in Santa Clarita, CA but speaks only Welsh to his six-year-old son Evan, happily leaving the English to his wife Nikki. ... AmeriCymru: Care to introduce your novel 'Knight in the Scarlet Cloak'...
Read MoreAfter the Romans withdrew from Wales, the Welsh tribes became more autonomous. Now free from outside government, chieftains ruled over small parts of Cymru. Territories became kingdoms. Gruffudd ap Llewelyn was the only ruler of all the ancient kings of Wales who united the country as a whole. The story of the ancient kings of Wales begins with the Roman departure from Britain in 383 AD. Celtic tribal chieftains, freed from the yoke of Roman rule, fought amongst themselves to keep or establish control over their lands and defend their territory from invaders. These territories...
Read More2 CommentsWelsh love spoons, slate gifts, and Welsh Lady dolls are heartwarming keepsakes that can last a lifetime. Knowing the history behind these three popular Welsh gifts will make them even more special to you, whether you’re the giver or the receiver. Three popular Welsh gifts given throughout the years in Wales are Welsh love spoons, Welsh slate gifts, and gifts featuring the Welsh Lady—a woman wearing the traditional Welsh costume of a woolen dress with an apron, neckerchief, stockings, red cloak, and tall black hat. Before the early 1800s, Wales didn’t have a national dress for women....
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