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The royal family in Wales

A celebration of the strong connections between Wales and the British royal family.

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  • Historic buildings
  • Personalities
  • Traditions
  • Myths and legends
Couple looking out over beach and lighthouse.

Fall in love on St Dwynwen's Day

Discover the romantic legend of the Welsh patron saint of lovers, St Dwynwen.

Topics:

  • St Dwynwen's Day
  • Traditions
  • Myths and legends
A group of people racing in coracles in West Wales

The magic of the coracle

The history of the coracle, a one-person boat used for centuries by fishermen in Wales and beyond.

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  • Traditions
  • National symbols
  • Outdoor
West Wales
Crowd at Tafwyl in Cardiff Castle

The best things about Tafwyl...

Music, art, family fun in the city. Here’s a few reasons why this Welsh festival is on the rise.

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  • Wellness activities
  • Family
  • Traditions
  • Gigs
  • Arts
Cardiff
UKInbound evening event, National Museum Wales

Have a memorable marriage in Wales

After a memorable wedding venue? How about a castle, stately home, steam railway or a museum?

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  • Historic buildings
  • St Dwynwen's Day
  • Couples
  • Traditions
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A day for romance in Wales

Discover how to celebrate the most romantic date in the Welsh calendar, St Dwynwen's Day.

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  • St Dwynwen's Day
  • AONB
  • Traditions
  • Winter
Interior shot of an old abbey with the sunlight casting shadows.

Exploring the churches of Monmouthshire

Wales has an intriguing religious heritage. Reverend Lionel Fanthorpe tells us some of the stories.

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  • Cadw
  • Meditation and spirituality
  • Historic buildings
  • Traditions
South Wales
Exterior view of Caernarfon Castle from the South with boats and water.

Wales: land of legends

A legend in every rock and every hill. Wales is the land of epic. Come and see for yourself.

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  • Cadw
  • St David's Day
  • St Dwynwen's Day
  • Traditions
  • Myths and legends
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10 things not to miss on the maes

A guide to the national festival of Wales - a unique celebration of Welsh arts, language and culture.

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  • Traditions
  • Concerts
  • Backstage
  • Arts
Big wheel and winter wonderland aerial view.

Events and days out in December

Looking for events and festivals in December in Wales? Check out our exciting calendar of events.

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  • Trains and railways
  • Traditions
  • List
  • Winter
  • Shopping
Seafood at Pembrokeshire Fish Week.

Fabulous West Wales food festivals

Discover great events showcasing delicious local produce, restaurants and recipes.

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  • Traditions
  • List
  • Food
  • Outdoor
West Wales
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Special ways of asking 'Will you marry me'?

Will you marry me? It’s the most important question you’ll ever ask. Here’s how to do it in style.

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  • St Dwynwen's Day
  • Couples
  • Traditions

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