Harlech town in located in north west Wales in the Snowdonia National park and is particularly famous for its clifftop medieval Castle. The views from the castle walls are spectacular, spanning from the Llyn Peninsular, to Snowdon and Snowdonia and to Cardigan Bay in the south.
Harlech Castle was built by Edward 1st of England in the late thirteenth century at the same time as Caernarfon Castle, Conwy Castle and Beaumaris Castle. It is one of the most visited tourist attractions in north Wales. The views from the castle walls over Harlech beach and sea to the west and to Snowdonia in the north are spectacular.
Prior to the construction of Harlech Castle, in the thirteenth century the commote of Ardudwy (where Harlech is located) was governed by the princes of Gwynedd from a Llys, or royal court, located in Ystumgwern. The construction was commenced by King Edward 1st and became part of the so-called iron ring of castles on the coast of north Wales which in on completion stretched from Flint, Rhuddlan and Conway in the nor and Beaumares, Caernarfon and Harlech in the south and west. These castles were intended to prevent the region from ever again becoming a focal point of insurrection and a last bastion of resistance by Welsh Princes. The construction of Harlech Castle began in 1283 and was completed in 1289 - the final result was a perfectly concentric castle, where one line of defences is enclosed by another.
From 1289 onward, the castle played an important part in several wars over the next few centuries withstanding the siege of Madog ap Llywelyn between 1294 and 1295, but falling to Owain Glyndwr in 1404. Following Glyndwr's conquest, he established the castle as his residence and military headquarters for the remainder of the uprising until being recaptured by English forces in 1409.
Harlech is a very attractive seaside town that boasts award winning beaches, a championship golf course, many interesting shops and a vibrant arts and crafts scene but it is chiefly known for its castle. Harlech Castle is the towering medieval fortification which rises from the cliff face and affords visitors breathtaking views over the sea and Snowdonia.
It is now also known for the location of the Steepest Street in the World as per the Guinness Book of Records. In July 2019, Guinness officially pronounced the street named (in Welsh) Ffordd Pen Llech, taking the record from Baldwin Street, Dunedin, in New Zealand.
Royal St. David’s Golf Club, established in 1894, is one of Wales’s top golf courses and is often rated 'Best golf course in North Wales'. It provides a challenging test of links golf in a picturesque setting in the most beautiful and scenic part of Wales with the sea and the dunes at one end of the course and Harlech Castle at the other. The Club is host to Wales, UK and International golf Tournaments, including the Ladies European Tour and the European Seniors Tour.
In July 2019, a street in north Wales has been declared the steepest signed public tarmacked road in the world.
Guinness World Records verified the gradient of Ffordd Pen Llech at 37.45%. Surveyors and took measurements in January 2019 which showed that Ffordd Pen Llech had a one in 2.67 gradient at its steepest part, compared with the current record holder's one in 2.86.
Our company, FelinFach Natural Textiles is located in the heart of the Preseli area of Pembrokeshire near to Boncath. We design Welsh blankets, Welsh woollen blankets and throws which are traditionally woven at Welsh mills. We also design and make natural hand dyed yarn, cotton, silk and wool scarves and other handmade products. We are a proud supporter of the Campaign for Wool, Global Welsh and Wales International.
FelinFach is a long term supporter of many Welsh and UK organisations all of which demonstrate our commitment and support to the Welsh and UK wool, weaving and farming industries. We support the remaining weaving mills in Wales and create other local employment. We are an official supporter of the Campaign for Wool, an organisation established to promote the sustainable use of UK wool and we are also members of Global Welsh and Wales International
Country Homes and Interiors Christmas Show. FelinFach will be taking our Welsh blankets, Welsh tapestry blankets and all our handmade and hand dyed products to the Show. This Show is being held once again at the beautiful setting of Stonor Park, near Henley on Thames on 21st to 24th November 2019. The Show is open from 10.00am to 4.00pm daily. Stonor Park is an historic country mansion in the village of Stonor some four miles from Henley and 50 miles from London.
Christmas Festive Fayre, 6th–8th December 2019. We are delighted to join the Humblecountry Events team at a haven of Christmas goodies and gifts, set within the walled cobbled courtyards of Hampton Court. We will be joined by a collection of our gorgeous home-ware exhibitors at the fabulous Festive Fayre, nestled in amongst the carol singers and the Christmas trees, and lit with plentiful festoon lighting. This really will be twilight Christmas shopping at its very best!
