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The Mabinogionis a cycle of Welsh legends and versions of incidents from the
Arthurian canon first written down in the 14th Century and orally
passed down for hundreds of years before then.
The stories are based on historical characters and incidents from
the dark ages in Wales and environs, embellished with supernatural
and folklore elements. Throughout there are echoes of primordial Celtic mythology and
folklore, including the ancient Gods and Goddesses.
The Four Branches of the Mabinogi is the name of a quartet of short stories written in the
Middle Welsh language - generally recognised to be one of the oldest and most complete
repositories of British Celtic Myth, as well as a masterpiece of medieval story-telling in its
own right. It is said there is a missing fifth of which references are made.
The Mabinogion is one of the masterpieces of world literature, and a must-read for anyone
who wants to have an understanding of Celtic lore. There are many versions of this both in
English and Welsh. The most common one being the translated version by Lady Charlotte
Guest.
The backdrop of Gwynedd, Penllyn and the surrounding areas of Bala are steeped with the
true Arthurian legends. Interwoven within these tales of the young Welsh King Arthur are
the stories of the Mabinogion.
Within the Grove here at Pen y Bont along with good friend and wood sculptor Simon
O’Rourkewe have recreated a few of the native characters and animals from the
immediate area which are found within the magical legends.
So during your stay at Pen y Bont relax and enjoy the ancestors of “Llyn Tegid” Bala Lake
and the sacred “Dyfrdwy” The Sacred River Dee – The Waters of the Goddess.
© Pen y Bont Touring Park
