Medieval History
The site where Owain Glyndwr is said to have declared himself prince of Wales is set to undergo conservation work. The announcement by the assembly government comes on the 610th anniversary of the proclamation at Glyndyfrdwy near Corwen, Denbighshire.
Work will be carried out on the mound or motte as part of a £2m programme to preserve Welsh medieval sites. Without conservation, historical experts fear the remains of the motte are in danger of collapsing.
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Medieval History
Funding for Glyndwr 'prince' site in Denbighshire
The site where Owain Glyndwr is said to have declared himself prince of Wales is set to undergo conservation work. The announcement by the assembly government comes on the 610th anniversary of the proclamation at Glyndyfrdwy near Corwen, Denbighshire.
Work will be carried out on the mound or motte as part of a £2m programme to preserve Welsh medieval sites. Without conservation, historical experts fear the remains of the motte are in danger of collapsing.
Click here to read the full article from the BBC
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