Bodnant Garden launches Welsh folklore autumn trail

Summarised from North Wales Pioneer's report · Updated 5 Nov, 10:27 · Archive

Bodnant Garden is hosting a folklore-inspired autumn trail themed around Welsh mythology and the festival of Calan Gaeaf.

Bodnant Garden is hosting a folklore-inspired autumn trail for families, themed around the Welsh festival of Calan Gaeaf. The trail reveals that a portal to Annwn, the mythical Welsh Otherworld, has opened, and invites families to help keep its mischievous inhabitants happy so they do not escape.

Visitors are invited to take part in riddles, games and challenges themed around legendary creatures from Welsh mythology. These include spinning Pwca's wheel to discover their fate, throwing fish to feed Cath Palug, making Gwyllgi laugh with jokes, and following a trail of feathers in search of Aderyn y Faenol. Hamza Mould, general manager at Bodnant Garden, said the stories 'have been part of Welsh culture for centuries, helping people make sense of the landscape, the seasons and the world around them'.

The trail, inspired by artwork and storytelling by Rowynn Ellis and brought to life with Pigtown Theatre, combines folklore, adventure and play with Halloween elements. Families can enjoy the garden's autumn colours while children tackle challenges. The trail is part of the National Trust's wider family programming in Wales.

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• Bodnant Garden hosting folklore-inspired autumn trailMythical creatures and ancient legends are coming to life in a new family adventure.North Wales Pioneer · 5 Nov, 05:00

In this story: Bodnant Garden · Hamza Mould · Rowynn Ellis · Pigtown Theatre · National Trust · Wales

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