• <p>Daffodils</p>

    Question 1: People often wear a daffodil on St David's Day. Which vegetable can also be worn?

    Answer Leek. The daffodil and leek are both national symbols of Cymru.

  • <p>St Davids Cathedral, Tyddewi (St Davids), Pembrokeshire, West Wales</p>

    Question 2: What is the name of the city in Pembrokeshire named after the Patron Saint of Wales?

    Answer: Tyddewi (St Davids). It's the smallest city in the UK.

  • <p>St David illustration, by Jonathan Edwards</p>

    Question 3: What was Saint David’s main message to his followers?

    Answer: 'Gwnewch y pethau bychain' ('Do the little things' ) - encouraging simple acts of kindness and faith.

  • <p>Cacennau cri yn cael eu coginio ar hambwrdd mawr.</p>

    Question 4: What is the sweet Welsh treat, enjoyed on St David's Day, is cooked on a griddle?

    Answer: Welsh cakes. Have a go at making your own Welsh cakes, or discover some of the best places where you can buy them.

  • <p>National Eisteddfod, Wrexham. North Wales</p>

    Question 5: Which Welsh festival celebrates the Welsh language, arts and culture?

    Answer: Eisteddfod is the name for a festival showcasing the Welsh language, literature, music, art and performance. The National Eisteddfod of Wales is held annually during the first week of August, in a different location in Wales each year. The 2026 National Eisteddfod of Wales will take place in Pembrokeshire from 01 – 08 August.

  • <p>The Lovespoon Workshop, Kilgetty</p>

    Question 6: What is the name of the Welsh love token carved from wood?

    Answer: Lovespoon. This traditional Welsh craft involves carving decorative wooden spoons, often featuring intricate symbols that represent love, luck, and prosperity. Historically, they were given as a romantic gesture to express affection and commitment. Today, people still buy lovespoons as cherished gifts and as souvenirs.

  • <p><span><span><span><span><span>Castell Caerffili (</span></span></span></span></span>Caerphilly Castle), South Wales</p>

    Question 7: Which is the largest castle in Cymru?

    Answer: Castell Caerffili (Caerphilly Castle) in Caerffili, South Wales, is the biggest castle in Cymru. The southeast tower of the castle leans at an angle of approximately 10 degrees, which is more than double the lean of the Leaning Tower of Pisa, which tilts at around 4 degrees.

  • <p>National Eisteddfod, Wrexham. North Wales</p>

    Question 8: What is the Welsh word for 'welcome'?

    Answer: Croeso. You’ll see this word in lots of places in Cymru - on signs, in shops, and in the warm greetings of locals. Here are some more easy Welsh phrases to try.

  • <p>Wales Coast Path, Anglesey</p>

    Question 9: How long is the Wales Coast Path?

    Answer: 870 miles / 1,400km. Cymru is the first country in the world to have a dedicated footpath around the entire coastline. Find out more about the Wales Coast Path.

  • <p>Illustration of Tom Jones by Jonathan Edwards.</p>

    Question 10: Which song by Sir Tom Jones became a number one hit on 1 March 1965?

    Answer: 'It's Not Unusual' became the first number one single for Welsh singer Sir Tom Jones on St David's Day in 1965. The town of Pontypridd is Sir Tom's hometown and was also home to father and son team Evan and James James, writers of Hen Wlad Fy Nhadau - Land of my Fathers, the National Anthem of Wales.

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