Colin Jones was born in Abertawe/Swansea on this day (21 March) in 1959. Who Was Colin Jones? Advertisement Cymru has produced numerous world class boxers from the likes of Jonny Owen to…
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Eliseg’s Pillar
Did you know that Eliseg’s Pillar was erected by an early King of Powys named Cyngen ap Cadell, who is believed to have reigned between 808 and 854 AD? Advertisement It is…
Fireman Sam
It was on this day (26 December) in 1985 when the Welsh animated children’s television series, Sam Tân (Fireman Sam in English) first aired on S4C. Advertisement The series, which has become…
Castell Dinefwr
A castle which, at various points, was under the ownership of Rhodri Mawr, Hywel Dda, Rhys ap Gruffydd, Llywelyn Fawr and Edward I, you say? Dinefwr! Advertisement Castell Dinefwr is similar to…
The First Sporting National Anthem
Has it been 120 years already? 120 Years Since What? Advertisement Did you know that Cymru has the unique distinction of being the first known country to have sung its national anthem…