Patron Saint of Wales: The story of St David’s Day
The first day of March is known as St David’s Day, a celebration of the Patron Saint of Wales, who is believed to have died on this date in 589AD
St David’s Day is celebrated...
Pembrokeshire: Land of enchantment
With its ancient ruins, hidden coves and seaside villages, Pembrokeshire is surely Wales's most enticing region
Words by Natasha Foges
Pembrokeshire, the beautiful coastal county at Wales’s southwestern tip, feels wonderfully Welsh, with its green lanes...
Snowdonia National Park: Here be dragons
The wild and magical landscapes of Snowdonia National Park in North Wales are steeped in myth and legend. Here, we explore more...
Wales has a strong storytelling tradition, and every schoolchild knows by heart the...
Winter walks: Our favourite walks for Boxing Day and beyond
Boxing Day is an ideal time to head for the hills and enjoy the great outdoors. We have teamed up with the National Trust to bring you our five favourite winter walks
1. Borger Dalr...
King Edward I: The warrior king
From Flower of Chivalry to Hammer of the Scots, King Edward I had more nicknames than any other monarch, but how did he measure up to them?
Words by Neil Jones
The medieval chronicler Peter Langtoft,...
Hidden Wales: Travel guide to St Brides Bay
With its wild cliffs, pretty coves and puffins galore, St Brides Bay holds the best of Pembrokeshire
By Monica Woods
Calling all curious travellers: if you’re on the lookout for an alternative sun, sea and sand...
Welsh escapes: the best places to stay in Wales
Explore historic sites, empty beaches and wildlife-rich coastal paths, before staying in one of these inviting boltholes, writes Carol Davis
Meandering down from the forbidding towers and hulking walls of Conwy Castle, built by Edward...
Stunning photos of Snowdonia
Discover Snowdonia, the ancient heart of Wales – a land rich in myths and legends
The Snowdonia National Park takes its name from the tallest mountain in Britain outside Scotland – Snowdon. Formed by volcanoes and...
The most magnificent castles in Wales
There are more than 600 castles in Wales – a legacy of King Edward I and his determination to subdue Welsh dissidents. Here are some of the most majestic
The 600 or more castles in...
Review: The Swan at Hay-on-Wye, Brecon Beacons, Wales
Calling all bibliophiles: with book shops a plenty, cosy pubs, and riverside walks, the town of Hay-on-Wye in the Welsh Brecon Beacons is a great weekend destination
Driving alongside the Brecon Beacons National Park into...
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