Historian, author, broadcaster and columnist. Specialising in the legends and history of Wales.
Buy books on the history & folklore of Wales
Have you read my best selling books on Welsh history and folklore? They are informative and entertaining. Furthermore, they have five star ratings on Amazon. Visit the online book shop on the button below to read a synopsis on each, reader reviews and deals you will not find in the shops.
Talks, lectures and tours
I am frequently asked to give talks and lectures on Welsh folklore and history. These can be tailored to any audience or age group. From primary school to seasoned history scholars. Equally important, they also offer great value for money. Contact me for availability and fees.
TV, radio and Broadcast media
I present a popular radio show about Welsh history and folklore on Bro Radio.
I also make short films and documentaries and my YouTube channel is packed with videos on the history and folklore of Wales. Contact me for hosting and guest appearance enquiries.
If you ever want to catch me on the road, I also take part in craft fairs and shows across South Wales to meet fellow historians and talk all things historic while selling copies of my books.
Finally, below is a selection of videos I have produced on Welsh history. Please subscribe to my YouTube channel on the link below. In addition to seeing the whole selection I have already made, you also get notifications of new material.
Video Library
See more on my You Tube channel @user/GrahamLoveluck
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Latest Stories
More than just a Great Escape – The history of Island Farm in Bridgend
We have just had a very significant anniversary in Bridgend which many local people may be forgiven for not having noticed. But it is a remarkable story that bears repeating until everyone is aware of it. It was 10th March 1945, and the world was in the closing stages of its second World War. Earlier…
King Edward II flees to Glamorgan | The Legends of Morien and Cadrawd explored.
I have always been fascinated by the various legends about that most unpopular of Kings of England; Edward II. Hated by the English for losing Scotland at the battle of Bannockburn, hated by the Welsh for being the first English man appointed to the office of Prince of Wales. Hated by the French for the…
The Welsh pub that invented Pancake Day
Ever wondered why we make pancakes on Shrove Tuesday? Because the practice might all originate from a tradition started at an old pub in North Wales. The Groes Inn, in Ty’N-Y-Groes near Conwy. This lovely old pub on the pilgrimage route to the shrine at St Winifred’s Well has many claims. Not least of which…
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A second volume of the much loved history, legends and folklore series. Stories from across the ancient county of Glamorgan by local author and historian; Graham Loveluck-Edwards.
