This walk is known as ‘the Iolo Morgannwg walk’. It’s named after the antiquarian and philanthropist who kept a shop in Cowbridge . It takes us through the medieval walled town and surrounding countryside. Past battlefields, gallows and the former baronial court. We also encounter some spectacular folklore about the local highwaymen.
This walk is led by author and history expert Graham Loveluck-Edwards.
Tickets are £10 for adults but children under 16 go free so this is a great way of introducing them to our rich and fascinating local history.
Joining Instructions
Date: Saturday 2nd August 2025
Start Time: Arrive by 8.45am with a view to starting at 9.00am
Meeting: Old Hall Gardens, Cowbridge CF71 7AP (near the library)
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History topics discussed
The Norman invasion of Glamorgan
Cowbridge Grammar School
The Battle of Staling Down
The Legend of Ianto Franc
The tombs of Sir Thomas Bassett & William of Kerdiff
The Bassets, Carnes and St Quentin families
Places we visit
The Old Hall
Cowbridge Old Prison & Town Hall
Stalling Down
The gallows at Lladron gwag
Ianto Franc’s cave
New Beaupre
St Quentin’s Castle
The South Gate and town walls
Cowbridge Grammar School & Physic Gardens
Route Information
Parking: The Butts Car Park, Cowbridge CF71 7BD
Distance: 6.6 miles
Elevation: 564.49 feet
Walking time: 3.5 hours
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