Morgan Ditchburn

Here is German Prince Hermann von Pückler-Muskau. He arrived in England in 1826, supposedly in search of a second wife. That bit didn’t quite work out for him, but while he was on this side of the Channel, he did some sightseeing. And yes, he made it to Wales! When he visited Conwy, he was clearly impressed and stated it was a place "whose site is most beautiful. Here stands the largest of those strong castles which Edward built… It is likewise the most remarkable for the picturesque beauty...

The Conwy Borough Historical Association branch is hosting a talk about an talk by Alan Smith. It may be of interest to those who want to find out more about the history of our fabulous town. Alan will join us to discuss a most violent disturbance in Conwy around 1516. From a collection of contemporary sources, he’ll share fascinating accounts of accusations, denials, and counter-attacks amongst those involved. Join us to learn about how this historical event affected a small, local...

For travellers arriving in Conwy in the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries, the first thing they often encountered was not just the castle walls or the quay, but the sound of a Welsh harp. Again and again, visitors recorded the same experience: on arriving at the town’s inns, they were welcomed by a harper who played during dinner, supper, and sometimes late into the night. This was no passing novelty. From at least the early 1700s through to the mid-nineteenth century, the harp...