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Gymraeg/Welsh
Culture
This page yields no financial
profit. Created from whimsy, it's grown exponentially over the
past few years.
The "process" gave plenty of insight about my homeland. Any gain made, is through personal satisfaction, & the knowledge that anyone, who
sees this page, will realise, history & tradition aside, Wales
is definitely part of the 21st Century.
Awdur
y wefan, L. H. Fox: canit181@telus.net
Mochdre,
courtesy of Francis
Frith
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Notice:
Mrs.
Sandra Ireland is a contact person for public relations services in Prince Edward Island &
Maritime Canada:
slireland@eastlink.ca
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Noteworthy items: 
July 2009, annual folk
festival held in Washington DC, has Wales as the
featured nation. Coincides with Independence Day
celebrations. Iinfo:
Smithsonian
Folklife Festival
Gee
Williams's
story Salvage recently won
her the Aur Pur/Pure Gold award for fiction...
Llongyfarchiadau i hi.
More good newsL Gee is shortlisted
for the James
Tait Black
award. Fingers crossed for her. Stay
tuned....
Americymru
web author, writes a regular,
informative & witty blog, which asks readers to post their own
comments & views.
A new way to network, &
connect with fellow Welsh & Cymricphiles, has been
created at AWSN
Number of signatures, for the
return of the
Madog
plaque, grew to well over 1200.
The campaigners are now on to the next level to push for
it's reinstatement.
Update: The plaque is now
out of storage, getting a clean up & will be placed
in front of the DAR property in Mobile for public
viewing.
The aim now is to create a riverfront park in Mobile,
for the plaque to have a permannent home. There'll be no further
approach to the Alabama Legislature. Fundraising for
the park continues....
Blue MacAskill, from
Llangurig, Montgomeryshire, is Artist in Residence at
Seattle National Library. Visit her web site at Blue
MacAskill
Watch this space for further news.....
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for
a twisted look at some classic & famous film titles.
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Listed:
Archeology; Artisans;
Business; For Sale; Cathedrals & Churches, Galleries; Gardens; History; Land of Song;
Organisations;
Photographers/Pictures;
Recreation/
Sport; Theatre.
NEW
American
Gardens
Dragon
Balm
Glass
Blobbery Greaves
Welsh Slate Co. Inigo
Jones
Silverscenes
Welsh
Surfing Federation
New Category:
Cathedrals
& Churches in Wales
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Archeology/Archaeoleg
 Wales,has
four distinct archeological trusts, all work within the
same parameters to achieve the same goals.
As well as excavations, they undertake preservation &
educate the public on the importance of the country's
historical environments.
As follows, they are:
Cambria
Archeology
Clwyd-Powys
Archeological Trust Glamorgan-Gwent
Archeological Trust
&
Gwynedd
Archeological Trust
Beamaris
Castle, Ynys Mon, courtesy of Travel
Wales
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Artisans/Crefftwriau
Aneurin
Jones Acclaimed
Welsh artist
Anna
Adam Beautiful
tapestries & woven art
Anvil
Pottery
Located in a restored smithy
Arts
& Crafts Wales
Extensive selection of unique &
extraordinary work by Welsh artisans
Cambrian
Woollen Mill
No website avail. Located: Llanwyrtyd Wells,
Brecon, Powys Tel: 01591
610473
Cardiau
Cymreig
Selection of greeting cards created by an award-winning father
& daughter team
Celtic
Garden/Gardd Celtaidd
Stylish garden
sculptures, paintings etc. Located in the
Ceiriog Valley
Clogau
Gold
For all romantics... not just the Welsh
Coed
Ceiriog
"Forestry to Furniture". Dyffryn
Ceiriog's non-profit
woodworker's co-operative
 Courtney
Davis
Celtic jewellery, pottery, glass, books &
more
Cywaith
Cymru
Est. 1981. Places art in the environment via commissions,
exhibitions & residencies
 David
Western Lovespoons
Ethereal combination
from Canada's stunning West Coast & Celtic inspiration.
Magical carvings
Designer Weaving Company, the
Designs reflect the beauty of nspirational surroundings. Well
worth
taking a look
Dragon
Balm
Based
on Holy Island, these natural herbal products have been
made since before the turn of the last century
NEW
Ecco
Wales A cooperative for a diversity of talented Welsh
artisans
Glass
Blobbery, The Based
in Glanrafo, in the old church hall, near to Corwen, two
artisans create stunning pieces for commemoration &
keepsake NEW
HughesWilliamsGraphics
Original works of art by husband & wife team, Sylvia &
David
Jane
DaviesBeautiful
designer clothing with Welsh flair
Kathy
Gittins
Watercolours, limited edition prints & note cards by Welsh-speaking artist Kathy
 Keltic
Designs
Jen Delyth's exceptional (copyrighted)
creations. Based in San Francisco
Mari
Eluned
Jewellery maker inspired by nature. Based in Mallwyd,
Machynlleth
Original
Butterfly Man, The
Quirky,original ideas & designs for gifts or home
use NEW
Postgate
Jewellery
Inspired by Celtic realms & mythology
Rebecca
Kitchin
Watercolourist
with an unusual flair
Rhiannon
Distinctive Celtic designs, handcrafted pieces
Sasha
Kagan Knitwear
Textile artist based in - & inspired by - the scenery of
Mid-Wales
Telynnau
Teifi Beautifully
crafted by hand, of one of Wales's national instruments &
treasures
Wales-Made Craft Network
A host of artisans' work featured here. Worth a
browse
Water
Colours Kitchin
Softness
of watercolours create stirring scenes of Wales
Waterfall
Lovespoons Handcrafted
by a Welshman now living in Ohio
Welsh
Country Crafts
Charming little shop in similar location. Sells a wide
range of goodies for the discerining eye.
Welsh
Crafts
Selling traditional pottery, jewellery,
lovespoons & clothing
Welsh
Paintings Art reflecting the landscape & character of the
Welsh people
Welsh Royal Crystal
Beautifully
designed & created by Welsh artisans
Welsh
Woollies
Hobby turns into
global business. Beautiful designs and textiles
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Howell's
of Cardiff
Business Wales/Masnach
Cymraeg
Big
Wales Bi-lingual business site. Large database
Cardiff
Chamber of Commerce
Assists local
& international businesses gain a higher profile in greater Cardiff area
Corporate
Wales
A business magazine covering a broad spectrum of relevant
topics
Greaves
Welsh Slate Company
Not
just for roofing anymore. Hand split, products
beautifully designed & crafed NEW
 U.K.-Canada
Trade Partners
For Canadians interested in investments & business with
Britain
Wales
Trade International
Market
research, company & trade development are among many
services offered
W.
N .A .B. C.
Wales North America Business Council .
Formerly known as the Welsh North American Chamber of Commerce
Welsh
Tourist Board/Bwrdd Croeso Cymru
Access to travel industry & associated
businesses in Wales
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Cathedrals
&
Churches of
Wales
Only
four of five original Welsh
Cathedrals
survive, More information can be found on the ecclesiastical
momuments at these web links.
Church in Wales
& Welsh
Churches
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For
Sale/Ar Werth
Argoed.com
Online shopping from the former Cadi Llwyd company
in Rhosllanerchrugog
Awen
Celtic Spirit
Caerleon shop sells all manner of Celtic arts &
crafts. Special nod to legend of King Arthur
Cadwyn
Gifts
We've a vast range of Welsh love spoons, suitable as
anniversary gifts, wedding gifts, engagement gifts or just to
say "I love you"
Cambrian-Mill &
Heritage Centre
Supplies major London stores, Harrods & Royalty
Cerdd
Ystwyth Welsh music shop online
Conwy
Pottery
Designs incorporates Welsh heritage
Country
Antiques/Wales
Dealers in folk art & oak furniture, especially the
all-important Welsh dresser!
David
Western Lovespoons
An ethereal combination of Canada's West Coast & magical
love spoon carvings
David
Morgan Retailer located in Seattle area
Handmade
Soaps
Rural Pembrokeshire company. Quality, natural
ingredients
Inigo
Jones Slate
products from Snowdonia
NEW
Jen
Jones
Antique Welsh quilts & blankets
Llwyau
Caru/Lovespoons
An old Welsh craft
available for purchase online
Lovespoon
Gallery
Original
specialists offer the largest collection of lovespoon
designs from Wales' best lovespoon carvers
NEW
Lovespoons-Wales
If you simply can't get enough of these
delectable wooden love-tokens.....
My
Cariad
Aromatherapy products & more
Nantgarw
&
Swansea
Pottery & porcelain
Pur
Organic
skin care & cosmetics
Silverscenes
Designed
& crafted in the small village Berriew NEW
Solva
Woollen Mill Manufacture
fine quality woven goods. Factory open
to visitors
The
Welsh Griddle Company.
This new company has developed a lucrative idea out of
necessity. Trad. Welsh cooking at its finest. UK delivery only
at present.
The
Welsh Shop Promotes Welsh crafts' people and assists
other e-commerce businesses
The
Welsh Touch
Handcrafted merchandise. Sonoma, California
Trefriw
Woollen Mills
Retailers of Welsh tapestries & tweeds. Visitors welcome
Wales
Direct
Great internet location for fine Welsh gifts &
collectables
Welsh
Lovespoons Romantic Welsh tradition. Hand carved by Roy Phillips
Welsh
Tartan Centres
Welsh tradition revived
for you to wear your family name with pride, weddings or
any time.
Yspryd
Wear the "spirit" of Wales in fine quality wool
clothing, accessories. Jewellery by "Rhiannon"
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Galleries/Orielau
Art
Cymru
Welsh
arts & culture web page
Artline
Wales
Online gallery features
artistic interpretations of the land &
townscapes of Wales
Attic
Gallery
Swansea's oldest commercial gallery for contemporary Welsh
artists
The
Bridge Gallery
Fine art originals. Llandeilo
Chapel
Of Art Lovingly restored. Home to Welsh & UK artists.
Located in Criccieth
Colourful
Stuff Online gallery for artists & crafts people
Galeri
Caernarfon Trust
began in 1992. Transforms & refurbishes some of
Caernarfon's biggest eyesores. Over twenty neglected
& vacant properties in the town, now occupied by tenants
Harbour
Lights Gallery
Features work by artists in Sir Benfro/Pembrokeshire
Llwyngwril
Gallery
Selling Welsh arts & crafts
MOMA
- Wales
Museum
Of Modern Art - Wales at Y Tabernacl, Machynlleth
Oriel Cambria Studios
Gateway to
art & artists in Wales
Oriel
Davies
Innovative visual arts exhibits from
international & Welsh artists. In Newtown,
Powys
Oriel
Kyffin Williams
Situated amid the wild beuaity of Anglesey, this garlly is
proud to have it's name associate with one of Wales' finest
artists.
Oriel
Mostyn Gallery
One of the most beautiful galleries in the UK Located in Llandudno
Oriel
Plas Glyn-y-Weddw
Grade
II listed Victorian Gothic mansion is home to an arts'
centre
Royal
Cambrian Academy of Art
The most prestigious &
senior art institution in Wales. Has been in existence in
Conwy for over 122 years
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Gardens/Geirdd
Bodnant
Garden 80 beautifully landscaped acres around Bodnant Hall. Westerly views
to
Snowdonia
Garden
of Wales
National botanic garden created for the new
millennium. Located near Carmarthen
Portmeirion
Italian
riviera on the Lleyn Peninsula!
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History/Hanes
Ancient
Arts Artefact hunters &
educators based in Deganwy
Canovium
Project Historic Roman fort near Caerhun in the Conwy Valley
Castles
of Wales
Comprehensive site on Welsh antiquities. Created by
Jeffrey L. Thomas
Lady
of Cardigan
Mary's Shrine, national monument & lovely
legend from the middle ages
Lago
Bagillt 
El Bolson
 Patagonian
Welsh
A
significant part of Welsh history includes relocation &
settlements of the people into the Chubut Valley, Patagonia & into the foothills of the Andes,
opening up that part of the new country
St.
David's Cathedral Built on the site of the ancient monastery, founded by Wales'
patron saint
The
Brenin Project
Informative DVD's
showcase the history & natural beauty of Wales
The
Days of
the
Saints
Calendar of Welsh saints
Twm
Siôn Cati
Confidence
trickster or mistaken for one? Read about him at this Wiki
version
Wales/Cymru
Learn more about the ancient land & its
culture via Britannia's web site
Patagonia
Traditional
Welsh Teas, Patagonia, Argentina
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Land of
Song/Byd Caneuon
And
Did Those Feet Trio
sing pastoral, contemporary, Welsh, spiritual & classical
pieces
Brecon
Jazz Festival Largest of its kind in the U.K. 11th -
13th August, 2006
Cajuns
Denbo
Bangor-based sextet, established at Wales' leading purveyors
of Cajun & Zydeco dance rhythms. Bringing the Bayousx to
Wales.
Canolfan
Hysbysrwydd Cerddoriaeth Cymru
Welsh
Music Information Centre
Carreg
Lafar
Music-makers in traditional Celtic style
Curiad
Quality
publishers of printed music
Gillian
Elisa
A multi talented lady sharing her gifts with the world.
Gwerinos
No
site available for this Dolgellau-based band,, creating
brilliant music with a distinct Welsh flavour.
Jazz
in Wales
Lists
events around the country
Never
Mind The Bocs
New band out of North Wales, expanding the tradition with
their own interpretations.
North
American Welsh Choir
Brilliant concept of mezzo-soprano, Mari Morgan. People all
over the continent join in song for concert tours. Next one to
Patagonia
North
Wales Jazz Society
Deiails,,information, performers etc.
Pluck
& Squeeze Band
Twmpath, Ceilidh & barn dance music from
Cardiff
Royal
Welsh College of
Music &
Drama Located on
Cardiff Castle's grounds.
SAIN
(pron. "Sighn")
Welsh music
& artists site
Siân
James
Singer/musician of traditional Welsh folk music
Welsh
Jazz Society
Development & appreciation
of all jazz styles, through performance &
education
Welsh
Music Foundation
Organisation with the aim to promote a thriving music
industry within Wales
Welsh
Music Guild
Promotes education, general knowledge, understanding
& appreciation of the music of composers of Welsh origin
The
Welsh
National Opera
One of the busiest & largest touring opera companies in the UK
& Europe
The
Welsh Sinfonia
Founded in 1989. Works with
Welsh choirs, television & film projects as well as performing a regular concert
schedule
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Welsh
Music Page
Our
branch of the Celtic musical tree. Finally getting international
recognition
 Faenol
Estate Entrance
Welsh
Lullabies
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Organizations/Trefniadaeth
American
Gardens
American
Gardens
, just as its name suggests, American flora hidden on
a quiet Welsh hillside, reveal a surprise of rich
ornamental greenery. NEW
CADW
"Keepers"
of historic monuments & sites in Wales
Cambria
Archaeology
Independent & dedicated to effective protection,
investigation, recording & promotion of the historic
environment
Canolfan
Bywyd Gwyllt Morol Bae Ceredigion
Cardigan
Bay Marine Wildlife Centre,
Raises environmental
awareness; good location to view bottle-nosed dolphins. New
Quay
Cardigan
Corgi Club of America
The "Dwarf Dog" with a tail... to tell
CFfI
Cymru
Clwb Ffermwyr Ifanc/Young Farmers Club. Premier organisation
& valuable institution for rural Welsh youth to network
Civic
Trust for Wales
Promotes
civic pride, improves quality of life, encourages community
action
Countryside
Council for Wales
Sustaining the natural beauty, wildlife &
waterways
Cymdeithas
Owain Glyndwr
Since 1996... over 450 members in
Wales, England, Canada & USA
Cymru
A'r
Byd/Wales Intl
Forge
links, promote & encourage language, culture, tradition,
assist in establishing of Welsh societies wherever
possible
Cymuned
Cymru
Assists
impoverished Welsh communities preserve culture &
language
Cyngor Celfyddydau Cymru
Arts Council for Wales. Comprehensive
database & overview
of funding info
Dafydd
ap Gwilym
Newly opened centre for the best-known Welsh poet of the
middle ages
Frank
Lloyd Wright Taliesin
West, Scottsdale, AZ. Committed to advancing ideas &
principles of organic architecture, organic education, &
conservation of the natural environment
Friends
of the Earth Cymru
Making
life better for people by inspiring solutions to environmental
problems
Gardens
of Wales
Lists
all the gardens & attractions, both historical &
botanical
Gwrych
Castle Trust
Founded in 1997. Aims to preserve the Grade 1 listed
building
Harlech
Medieval Society
Their words: Knights, Fights & Other Delights.
Participated in television & cinematic productions
Institute
of
Welsh Affairs
Independent
think-tank liaises policy-makers, businesses, academia &
non-profit organisations
Meditate
North Wales
Kalpa
Badra centre, teaches Buddhist philosophy & way of life in
Colwyn Bay
Merched
Y Wawr
Welsh versioin of Women's Institute, founded December 1966 .
The women are stalwarts in all their communities
National
Welsh-American Foundation/
Sefydliad
Cenedlaethol Cymru-America
Promotes culture, education, heritage, history
& more
Pembroke
Corgi Club of America
Says
it all really...
R.
C. A. H. M. W.
Royal Commission on the Ancient & Historical Momunents of
Wales
Social
Welsh & Sexy Society
For those
social, Welsh & well... you know what kind of people!
UNESCO
World Heritage Sites Wales
Beaumaris,
Blaenavon,
Caernarfon,
Conwy,
Harlech
Wales
North America Business Council
“Promotion
of international investment & trade between North America
and Wales”. Formerly the WNACC
W.
A. P. N. W.
Promotes
Welsh culture & heritage in the Pacific North
West region of N. America
Welsh
American Academy
Promotes & celebrates the relationship between Wales &
the US
Welsh
Cider Society
Point of contact for those who wish to learn more about
a fine Welsh tradition.
Welsh
In Canada
Welsh Pony & Cob Society
Welsh
National Gymanfa Ganu Assn Organizes annual celebration of Welsh heritage in
North America. Now Festival
of Wales
Welsh
Society of Vancouver
Recently set up to introduce the W. S. V. to a wider
audience
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Photos
& Photographers of
Wales Page
Gorgeous. Take a
boo...
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Recreation &
Sport/Adloniant â Difyrrwch
Cambria
Active
Guide
to beautiful mid-Wales travel, recreation & facilities
Canolfan
Tryweryn White-water rafting centre
Capel
Curig Mecca
for rugged outdoors' enthusiasts. Includes information
for Plas
Y Brenin
Cardiff
Devils Ice hockey, Canada's 
national sport & passion, goes "Cymraeg"
Coed
Y Brenin/Gwydir Forest
Amenities
available. Excellent
mountain biking
Dragon
Soccer
Welsh International football guide
Gower
Surfing
Courses
available for every age, (6 up) Stag & Hen weekends,.Open
all year. Equipment provided. NEW
High
Trek Snowdon
An
outdoor activity centre offering a full range of
mountain-based adventure holidays & courses
Parys
Mountain
Once the largest coppermine in the world, now open for
underground exploration
Sporting
Wales
Information on events & sports
Surfing
Wales
Information
& interactive map, connecting surfers with best sites in
Wales NEW
Tennis
Wales
"Serving Wales online"
Wales
Underground
Fascinating below ground as well as above
Walk
Eryri
Explore & see more of Wales on foot...
WASA
Welsh Amateur Swimming Association
Welsh
Canoeing Association Information in Welsh
& English
Welsh
Golf Wales - a stroke of inspiration -
their words,
not mine!
Welsh
Rugby Union
Couldn't "pass" this one over! Those are my
words...
Welsh
Surfing Federation
Owned
by the governing body for surfing in Wales.The only surf
school based at Llangennith, the best beach to learn to surf
in Wales. NEW
Woodlands
Outdoor Centre
Provides self catering accommodation in recreation paradise
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Theatre
Canolfan
Mileniwm Cymru
Performing arts
centre in Cardiff
Rhyl
Pavilion Theatre/Theatr Y Pafiliwn
Find out what's on stage, book, location,
etc.
St.
David's Hall & New Theatre
Information on two Cardiff cultural venues
Taliesin
Arts Centre
Owned & managed by Swansea University. Presents a wide variety of performances &
exhibitions
Theatr
Clwyd
Major drama producing theatre company & arts centre in
Wales
Theatr
Colwyn & Cinema
Revamped site for the updated, historic
theatre
Theatre
In Wales
Comprehensive guide for all centres for the performing arts
in Wales
Venue
Cymru
New, state of the art theatre & conference centre in
Llandudno
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Twm
Siôn Cati
Myth
behind the man?
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