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Western Telegraph
20-05-2025
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Battle of Goodwick Moor re-enacted by Y Cantref Breiniol
The Battle of Goodwick Moor, or Pwllgwdig, was recreated Goodwick Parrog on Saturday, May 17. A successful crowdfunding appeal allowed the re-enactment to take place, part of a day of celebrations on the parrog and beyond which included archery displays, talks on medieval living, an art exhibition, medieval food and music. (Image: Martin Cavaney) The fine weather brought crowds of visitors to the parrog with locals and visitors enjoying the event. One of the main attractions was re-enactment group Y Cantref Breiniol, joined by Gwerin Y Gwyr, who set up their tents on Goodwick Parrog to showcase a slice of medieval life as well as re-enacting the battle. The Battle of Goodwick Moor, or Pwllgwdig took place in 1078, just 12 years after the Battle of Hastings. (Image: Western Telegraph) The 11th century battle saw the army of King Rhys ab Owain, of the kingdom of Deheubarth, modern day Pembrokeshire, Carmarthenshire and Ceredigion, clash with that of King Trahaearn ap Caradog, King of Gwynedd North Wales. King Trahaearn's troops were successful, and though not as famous as the battle in Sussex, Goodwick's battle is significant in British history as it helped set up the Tudor family in Pembrokeshire. Almost four centuries later Henry VII was born in Pembroke Castle. (Image: Andrew Harries) 'I am pleased to say that the event went very well,' said event organiser Andrew Harries, of the Fishguard and Goodwick Future project 'As it was the first time this battle has had a re-enactment, the aim was to always start small and hope for it to grow in years to come. (Image: Western Telegraph) 'The turnout was brilliant, and the event had a great amount of support and praise. We welcomed hundreds of people throughout the day, as multiple demonstrations were on at different times. 'I'd like to thank Y Cantref Breiniol and Gwerin Y Gwyr once again for putting on an amazing show, whilst also educating the audience. (Image: Martin Cavaney) 'I'd also like to thank The Ocean Lab, Ysgol Bro Gwaun and Cove Corner for being involved in making it such a great occasion for the area. 'It's such a good feeling seeing what was only up until recently a not very well-known battle - become such a popular and talked about event in the county. Here's to next year.' (Image: Western Telegraph)
Western Telegraph
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Western Telegraph
Battle of Goodwick Moor to be re-enacted in seaside town
The Battle of Goodwick Moor, or Pwllgwdig, will be recreated in Goodwick on Saturday, May 17. This key battle took place in 1078, just 12 years after the Battle of Hastings. The 11th century battle saw the army of King Rhys ab Owain, of the kingdom of Deheubarth, modern day Pembrokeshire, Carmarthenshire and Ceredigion, clash with that of King Trahaearn ap Caradog, King of Gwynedd North Wales. King Trahaearn's troops were successful, and though not as famous as the battle in Sussex, Goodwick's battle is significant in British history as it helped set up the Tudor Family in Pembrokeshire. Almost four centuries later Henry VII was born in Pembroke Castle. After a successful fundraising event organiser Andew Harries, of the Fishguard and Goodwick Future project, has announced that a day of medieval celebrations will take place on Saturday, May 17. The event will see the reenactment group Y Cantref Breiniol perform demonstrations, archery and sword fighting throughout the day on Goodwick Seafront. As part if the event, the seafront's Ocean Lab Café will be serving medieval themed food and playing medieval music throughout the day. The newly opened Cove Corner in Fishguard, will be finishing the event with live music from Martyn Ashe, which will begin at 7pm. There are plans for Ysgol Bro Gwaun to be involved in the event and local MP Ben Lake will be invited to attend. The re-enactment will run from 10am - 5pm and will be the first ever medieval re-enactment of the battle. 'This year marks the 946th anniversary,' said Andrew. 'So it's about time we do something to showcase it.' Andrew, who recently managed to get an information board about the battle installed at the entrance to Goodwick Moor, is hoping the re-enactment could be an annual event. 'The battle was a very important part in Welsh and local history and we want to celebrate it by having the first ever re-enactment of the battle,' he said. 'We really want this to become an annual occurrence. Please come along and celebrate what was a hugely historic battle for the history of Wales."
