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Criccieth castle, Gwynedd, North Wales

Introduction to Wales

Wales is a country with distinctive traditions, heritage and culture. It is known as a land of song and a country steeped in myth and legend, which, when you see the awe-inspiring landscape, is no surprise.

With rolling hills, dramatic mountains, hundreds of castles, cascading waterfalls, rare flora and fauna and a coast path that runs along the entire coastline of the country, in Wales - beauty is everywhere. Our cities are compact and our towns bustling with community life.

Key facts and figures

Population : 3.1m Location : Part of Great Britain Size : 20,800 square km Time zone : GMT Currency : Pound Sterling National Day : St David’s Day, 1 March National symbols : Dragon, daffodil and leek Language : Welsh and English Cities : Seven – Cardiff (capital), Newport, Swansea, Bangor, St Davids, St Asaph and Wrexham

Wales is made up of 22 local authority areas. For the purposes of Visit Wales, we 'split' these areas into larger regions: North Wales, Mid Wales, West Wales, and South Wales.

The regions are made up of the following local authorities.

North Wales

• Conwy County
• Denbighshire County
• Flintshire County
• Wrexham County
• Ynys Môn / Isle of Anglesey

  Mid Wales

• Ceredigion County
• Powys County
• Carmarthenshire County
• Neath Port Talbot 
• Pembrokeshire County
• City and County of Swansea 

South Wales

• Blaenau Gwent County Borough
• Bridgend County Borough
• City of Cardiff
• Caerphilly County Borough
• Merthyr Tydfil County Borough
• Monmouthshire County
• Newport City
• Torfaen County Borough
• Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough
• Vale of Glamorgan 

A brief history of Wales

While Wales’ land is thought to have been inhabited since circa 250,000 BC, it only became a recognised country in 1536 with Henry VIII's Act of Union. Between 1216 and then, it was a principality. Within the last few millennia, Wales has been home to European Celtic tribes, Roman and Saxon invaders and people from all over the world who have settled here. The south of Wales is more densely populated with people living in and around the surrounding areas of our capital city Cardiff, however as it’s only 170 miles (270 km) from South to North and 60 miles (97 km) East to West, our population is spread out with people living in towns and cities across the country, each with their own unique feel, but the same Welsh Welcome.

Wales has its own language and identity, both of which are held in high esteem by Welsh people. It has a devolved  parliament (the Welsh Parliament)  and a  government (the Welsh Government)  that makes laws, agrees taxes and represents Welsh people, though the UK Parliament and Government hold significant power and influence. 

Wales is often called the  castle capital of the world . With over 600 sites remaining, we have more castles per square mile than any other country in Europe. Most can still be visited (and you can even stay in some of them), and are managed by  Cadw  (the Welsh historic environment service), the  National Trust , or by private owners.

Carreg Cennen Castle, West Wales, Cardiff Castle in South Wales and Conwy Castle in North Wales

Rugby  is the national sport here; the Welsh are known globally for their skill in the game and compete in the  Six Nations  and the  Rugby World Cup . In recent years, the  Welsh national men's football team  have also done well internationally - they reached the semifinals in the UEFA Euro 2016 championship and qualified for the 2022 FIFA World Cup.

Cardiff on a rugby match day, South Wales

The Welsh national anthem picks out ' beirdd a chantorion'  – the poets and singers – for special mention. That tradition continues to this day at our eisteddfod, the annual celebration of the language and its culture that have been part Welsh life since 1176. Today, the  National Eisteddfod  festival is held every year in a different Welsh location, as a showcase for music, dance, visual arts, literature, and original performances. Over 6,000 people compete each year, and to be 'chaired' as the Bard is a prestigious honour.

Many famous actors, singers,  writers , poets, musicians and  artists  were born in or come from Wales, including Anthony Hopkins, Shirley Bassey, Tom Jones, John Cale, Roald Dahl, and Kyffin Williams. More contemporary Welsh stars include Luke Evans, Charlotte Church, Catherine Zeta Jones, Michael Sheen, Christian Bale, and Taron Egerton. Read more about our  cultural history and famous faces .

Today, the Welsh music and arts scenes are alive with the sounds of bilingual music, poetry, art, and everything in between. Find out more about  arts and culture in Wales .

Scenes from our National Eisteddfod

Wales’ weather is mild and variable - with average temperatures of around 20°C (68°F) in summer, and 6°C (43°F) at low altitude in the winter months.

Our weather is very similar to the rest of the UK and Ireland, which means it can be wet here from time to time and can be cloudy and sometimes windy. Spring and summer are usually pleasantly warm and dry, while autumn is windy and rainier and winter is cold, icy and sometimes snowy, especially in mountainous and hilly areas.

When is the best time to visit?

Fortunately, Wales has a great array of  things to do in each of its seasons , from daffodil walks in spring to dolphin spotting in the summer.

All the seasons offer something different, with a variety of things to see and events taking place.

Spring ( March , April , May ) is a lovely time to see flowers and enjoy wildlife.

Summer ( June , July , August ) is the most popular time to visit. It is usually the warmest and it is light from very early in the morning until around 10pm at night but it is the busiest season.

Autumn ( September , October , November ) is often a quieter time to visit. Enjoy lovely autumn colours and food and film festivals. In November many Christmas events take place.

In Winter  ( December , January , February ) it is much quieter. The landscape is picturesque with snow capped mountains. Take a romantic break and celebrate St Valentine's Day in February, or St Dwynwen's Day on 25 January.

Seas off the Isle of Anglesey, North Wales

How to get to Wales

As part of the UK, Wales is easy to get to by air, land and sea. Cardiff Airport is the biggest in Wales, with over 50 direct routes . There are also  at least 900 connecting destinations worldwide. It is ideally placed for travels around South, West and Mid Wales. Some of England's airports are well placed for Wales, too.

Bristol Airport is about 90 minutes to Cardiff by car, while Liverpool John Lennon Airport and Manchester Airport are just an hour by car to North Wales with Birmingham Airport accessible to Mid Wales. London (including its airports and Eurostar stations) are about two and a half hours by train.

For more detailed information on how to get to Wales, including information on arriving by cruise ship or ferry, read our guide on  getting to Wales from outside the UK . 

While you may need a passport to get into the UK, you don't need to show your passport at the Welsh border with England. Note that if you live outside of the UK, you may need a UK visa to visit Wales. To find out more about this, visit the  UK Government Visas and Immigration website .

Getting around Wales

There are train lines connecting all four of the main sections in Wales, with main lines connecting larger towns and cities and branch lines that reach places further out.  Transport for Wales  manage rail services across Wales and some parts of England.

Some of our railway lines are particularly scenic, such as the  Heart of Wales Line  that cuts across rolling hills, the Cambrian Coast Line that hugs the North West coast and the Conwy Valley Line running through Eryri (Snowdonia). There are plenty of heritage railways in operation too.

Wales' colourful landscapes make for lots of scenic driving routes around the country. Getting from north to south isn't fast as you have to drive through mountain ranges and National Parks, but it's so pretty that you'll want to stop to take in the views. 

Cars drive on the left-hand side in Wales. There are rules and regulations around driving, so check the  UK Government  website if you plan on driving here. You can find EV charging points using the Transport for Wales electric charging point map .

Other transport

There are good options if you want to travel by bus or ferry and almost too many walking routes to count, including the Wales Coast Path. Read our dedicated page to  find out more about getting around Wales.

Barmouth Bridge, Gwynedd, North Wales

How many passengers can a taxi take?

Most taxis on the street take four to six passengers. It's possible to hire bigger vehicles when booking in advance.

Useful information

Interestingly, all UK coins (and many coins from countries around the world) are made in Wales at the  Royal Mint , which you can visit. Like the rest of the UK, pound sterling is the currency used here. Most places in Wales accept major credit cards from Visa and MasterCard, but some places and transport providers only accept cash payments.

You can take out cash at automatic teller machines (ATM) machines, which you'll find on high streets, in banks and at service stations. Some ATM machines charge for withdrawal. To change money, head to a  Post Office  or major bank. For more information, read our guide to  currency in Wales .

The Royal Mint Experience, Llantrisant, South Wales

Wales is a polite, friendly and patriotic country. Its people are welcoming and they uphold most of the etiquette practices that the rest of the UK follows, such as queuing and saying 'please' or 'thank you'.

You are not obliged to tip in Wales, but if you think the service you've received has been very good you can leave a little extra (10% of the bill is considered more than enough). Some restaurants add an optional service charge to the bill, but if you do not want to pay it you can ask for it to be removed.

Posting letters and parcels

You can post letters and parcels at branches of the  Post Office . Some newsagents sell books of stamps for posting things within the UK, while Post Office branches sell individual stamps and international stamps. Find your nearest Post Office branch online. 

What are the common shopping hours?

Most shops  open 9 am to 5 pm Monday to Saturday, with many opening later. Some supermarkets open 24 hours a day from Monday morning until Saturday evening.

Many shops have Sunday opening from 10 am to 4 pm or 11 am to 5 pm. Smaller shops can open outside of these hours.

Shopping in Cardiff, South Wales

How much do carrier bags cost?

A minimum charge of 10p applies to carrier bags.

What health and safety advice is available for walkers and outside activities?

Exploring the outdoors is fantastic fun, but please read up on the risks and make sure you are prepared.

Find safety advice for exploring Wales' National Parks and safety tips for staying safe on the Welsh coast . Visit AdventureSmart.uk for information on how to stay safe whilst exploring Wales.

Walkers in Pembrokeshire and a nd Aberdaron Porth Oer Wales Coast Path, North Wales

What is the international dialling code for the UK?

Emergency information, what is the emergency number.

In an emergency call 999 and ask for the service you require: fire, police, ambulance or the coast guard.

I need non-emergency medical and healthcare advice. What number should I call?

111. You may also want to visit the  NHS 111 website .

Can I use my mobile phone?

Yes, your mobile phone should change to a UK network. Check charges with your supplier. Please be aware some remote areas of our countryside might not have a mobile signal.

It can be cheaper to buy a SIM card locally if your phone is unlocked. For more information see the Visit Britain page about  travelling with a mobile phone .

Glyndwr’s Way above Llyn Clwedog, Powys, Mid Wales

Will I be able to access the internet?

Free WiFi is widely available in hotels (check when booking) as well as in restaurants, cafés and visitor attractions. You should be able to access roaming data (check with your provider).

Can I still visit Wales now that the UK has left the EU?

Yes. Check information on the UK Government website .

What is the electricity supply like?

It is very reliable with problems usually fixed quickly.

What type of electrical adapter will I need?

Is it safe to drink the tap water.

Yes. In the UK drinking water must meet strict standards. See the Discover Water quality page for more information. 

Help Wales become the first Refill Nation by using nearby Refill Points to fill up your water bottle before you head off. Find out more, including how to download the free Refill app to find your nearest Refill Point on the  Refill Wales website .

What is the legal drinking age in Wales and how late are bars, pubs and nightclubs open?

You have to be over 18 buy alcohol . If you look under 25 you may be asked for ID. Most pubs close at 11pm Monday to Saturday and 10.30pm on Sundays, with some closing later. Most night clubs close at around 2 or 3 am.

Tiny Rebel, Cardiff

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The basics:.

• Population: 3.1 million people.  4.6 per cent of the UK population.
• Location: Wales is on the island of Great Britain, to the west of England.
• Size: Around 8,023 square miles (20,779 km2) in area
• Time Zone: GMT
• Currency: Pound Sterling
• National Day: St David’s Day, 1 March
• National symbols:  The dragon, daffodil and leek are three of a number of national symbols.
• National Anthem: Hen Wlad fy Nhadau (Land of my Fathers)
• Government: Devolved Government with a First Minister, Cabinet and elected Parliament who meet in the  Senedd  (parliament) in Cardiff Bay.
• Language: Welsh and English – Wales is a bilingual country.
• Cities: There are currently six cities in Wales. Cardiff (Caerdydd in Welsh) the capital city of Wales has a population of around 363,000 and is located on the South East coast. To the east lies Newport (Casnewydd) and to the west is Swansea (Abertawe) . Bangor – on the Menai Strait – overlooks the island of Anglesey, in North West Wales.  St Davids in Pembrokeshire has a population of under 2000 and is the smallest city in the UK and on 14 March 2012,  St Asaph , in North East Wales was awarded city status as part of the Queen's Diamond Jubilee celebrations.

Geography and climate:

• Highest mountain: Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon), Eryri (Snowdonia National Park), at 1,085m ( 3,560ft).
• Biggest natural lake: Llyn Tegid
• Longest placename: Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwll-llantysiliogogogoch is the full name, which means The Church of St Mary in the hollow of the white hazel near the rapid whirlpool and the church of St Tysilio near a red cave, and it is often shortened to Llanfairpwll or Llanfair PG.
• Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
• Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park
• Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park
• Climate: Wales’ weather is mild and variable - with average temperatures of around 20°C (68°F) in summer, and 6°C (43°F) at low altitude in the winter months.

Transport and travel:

• Wales is well-connected to the rest of the UK, Ireland and mainland Europe via road, rail, sea and air.
• Cardiff is around two hours from London travelling by road or train.

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• Education is compulsory and state funded from 5-16 years of age, and delivered through Nursery, Primary, Middle, Secondary, Special and Welsh Language schools.
• Around 172,000 students study at further education institutions in Wales every year.
• There are eight  universities in Wales and around 25,000 international students from over 145 countries worldwide are in higher education in Wales – making up 19% of the student population.
• Welsh universities offer a wide-range of funding options to aid studies and access to free English language support is available at all of Wales’ Universities.
• The standard work week is 37 hours and most workers get around 5 weeks’ holiday a year.
• Prime office rentals in Cardiff are 50 per cent lower than average London rate
• Key industries in Wales include Advanced Materials and Manufacturing, the Creative Industries, Financial and Professional Services and Fintech, Energy and Environment, Food and Drink, Life Sciences, Tech and Tourism.
• Businesses that come to Wales have easy access to the UK market, with its population of 66 million people.
• Wales' global exports range from refined oil from Milford Haven to Hilltop Honey, made in Newtown.
• The Royal Mint at Llantrisant makes five billion coins a year for 60 countries.
• Germany is Wales' top export destination, taking a fifth of exports.
• Wales welcomes 10 million visitors a year, including about one million international visitors.
• Wales is compact and The Wales Way network of routes offer plenty of packed itineraries to discover.
• International Convention Centre Wales  in Newport – providing a stage for business meetings, events and conferences.
• Wales has hosted major global events including The Ryder Cup 2010, the NATO Wales Summit 2014, UEFA Champions League Final 2017, the Volvo Ocean Race 2018  and The ICC Cricket World Cup at Sophia Gardens in Cardiff in 2019.

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Wales lies west of England and is separated from England by the Cambrian Mountains. It is bordered on the northwest, west, and south by the Irish Sea and on the northeast and east by England. Wales is generally hilly; the Snowdon range in the northern part culminates in Mount Snowdon (3,560 ft, 1,085 m), Wales's highest peak.

Until 1999, Wales was ruled solely by the UK government and a secretary of state. In the referendum of Sept. 18, 1997, Welsh citizens voted to establish a national assembly. Wales will remain part of the UK, and the secretary of state for Wales and members of parliament from Welsh constituencies will continue to have seats in parliament. Unlike Scotland, which in 1999 voted to have its own parliament, the national assembly will not be able to legislate and raise taxes. Wales will, however, control most of its local affairs. The Welsh national assembly officially opened on July 1, 1999.

The prehistoric peoples of Wales left behind megaliths and other impressive monuments. They were followed by settlements of Celts in the region. The Romans occupied the region from the 1st to the 5th century A.D. Thereafter Angles, Saxons, and Jutes invaded the British island, but they left Wales virtually untouched. Beginning in the 8th century, the various Welsh tribes fought with their Anglo-Saxon neighbors to the east, but the Welsh were able to thwart attempted invasions. After William the Conqueror subdued England in 1066, however, his Norman armies marched into Wales in 1093 and occupied portions of it. By 1282, the English conquest of Wales was complete, and in 1284, the Statute of Rhuddlan formalized England's sovereignty over Wales. In 1301, King Edward I gave his son, who later became Edward II, the title Prince of Wales, a gesture meant to indicate the unity and relationship between the two lands. With the exception of Edward II, all subsequent British monarchs have given this title to their eldest son.

In 1400, the Welsh prince Owen Glendower led a revolt against the English, expelling them from much of Wales in just four years. By 1410, however, his rebellion was crushed. In 1485, Henry VII became king of England. A Welshman and the first in the Tudor line, Henry's reign, and those of subsequent Tudors, made English rule more palatable to the Welsh. His son, King Henry VIII, joined England and Wales under the Act of Union in 1536.

The Industrial Revolution transformed Wales and threatened the traditional livelihood of farmers and shepherds. In the 20th century, the economy of Wales was based primarily on coal production. After World War I, coal prices dropped; this, coupled with the Great Depression, fueled high unemployment rates and economic uncertainty.

In recent years, a resurgence of the Welsh language and culture has demonstrated a stronger national identity among the Welsh, and politically the country moved toward greater self-government (devolution). In 1999, with the strong support of Britain's prime minister, Tony Blair, Wales opened the Welsh national assembly, the first real self-government Wales has had in more than 600 years.

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Wales is one of the countries in Britain and the United Kingdom. It’s a small country with England to the east. Wales has got a continuous coastline, around 1,300km long, which means there are a lot of beaches! It has some of the most beautiful beaches in the UK and is a popular destination for holidaymakers and water sports fans. As well as beaches, there are a lot of mountains and also three national parks, including Snowdonia. It is in north Wales and its highest mountain, Snowdon, is 1,085m. The population of Wales is just over three million people, around five per cent of the total UK population. Most Welsh people live in south Wales in the capital city, Cardiff, and two other big cities: Swansea and Newport. In Cardiff you can go shopping, visit the castle, go to the museum or go to a concert or sports match at the famous Millennium Stadium.

The official languages of Wales are English and Welsh and ‘Wenglish’ is a Welsh-English dialect. Everyone speaks English, but if you go to school in Wales you have to learn Welsh until you are 16. Street signs are written in Welsh and English, and villages, towns and cities have an English name and a Welsh name. For example, the capital city is Cardiff or Caerdydd. One of the longest place names in the world is a village in Wales called Llanfairpwllgwingyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllandysiliogogogoch. 

The Welsh language is an old, Celtic language which is very different from English. For example, the Welsh name for ‘Wales’ is ‘Cymru’, ‘Good morning’ is ‘Bore da’ and ‘How are you?’ is ‘Sut mae?’. It is one of the oldest languages in Europe and around 20 per cent of people in Wales speak Welsh. 

The Welsh people love music and there are a lot of singing festivals and competitions in Wales. One of the largest cultural festivals in Europe is the National Eisteddfod of Wales, which is in a different town or city every year. All the events are in Welsh and include literature, singing, art, exhibitions, dance and theatre. Famous singers and groups from Wales include Duffy, Stereophonics and Catatonia.

The Welsh enjoy watching and playing sport, especially rugby union and football. Wales has its own football league and famous Welsh footballers include Ryan Giggs and Gareth Bale. The modern Millennium Stadium in Cardiff can hold 74,500 spectators and is where you go if you want to watch a football or rugby match or even a pop concert. In 2014 Cardiff was the European Capital of Sport.

Water sports are popular in Wales. You can go surfing, wakeboarding (a combination of waterskiing, snowboarding and surfing) or coasteering (climbing up rocks and jumping into the sea).

If you like unusual sports, visit the small town of Llanwrtyd Wells. Every year in this town there is a man versus horse marathon and a bog snorkelling competition. Bog snorkelling is similar to swimming in extremely dirty water.

There are lots of sheep in Wales, so people eat a lot of lamb. Typical Welsh dishes include ‘cawl’ which is lamb stew, Glamorgan sausages and ‘rarebit’ which is a type of cheese on toast. There are also Welsh cakes, which are small, sweet, round cakes with dried raisins inside.

If you ever go to Wales, you will see dragons everywhere! Not real ones, of course, but a red dragon appears on the national flag of Wales. The patron saint of Wales is St David, who is celebrated on 1 March. Other symbols of Wales include the leek (a long, green vegetable) and the daffodil (a white or yellow flower).  

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This lesson is part of a series of plans based on interviews with people from around the UK. It focuses on developing learners’ knowledge of a part of the UK, as well as practising their vocabulary and listening skills. It also aims to help their ability to take notes while listening to quite a challenging audio script.

Topic: Life in Wales

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Wales is located on the European continent, more precisely in the southwest of Great Britain. The capital city is Cardiff.

Location, Capital city And Currency

Currency: British Pound Sterling

Population And Language

Wales has around 3 million habitants. We call the habitants of Wales, Welsh.Wales has two languages. English is the most widely spoken language, with over 99% of people in Wales speaking it. But the Welsh language is also part of everyday life.

Red dragon means protection, white and green colors represent the Tudor dynasty that ruled in past centuries

The country has a temperate climate and a variable oceanic climate.

On average, the hottest months in Cardiff are June to September, and the coldest months are January to March. The rainiest months in this city are January, August, October, November and December.

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Susagues Glamorgan Is based on vegetarian sausages.

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CIg oen Cymreig

The cig oen Cymreig is made from lamb

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Rhyl air show

The Air Show 2023 takes place on August 26th and 27th.

The Hay Festival lasts 11 days in late spring, usually around the summer holidays.

Cardiff pumpkin festival

This festival takes place in the capital, from the 14th to the 31st of October, and for people over 14 years old

Places of interest

Castelo de Cardiff

It is a medieval castle and a Victorian neo-Gothic palace. The palace was built in 55 A.d

National Trust - Bodnant Garden

It was founded in 1874 and developed by five generations of a family

He is an actor and singer. He has won many awards, the most recent being Bambi - Legend

Famous People

Christian Charles Philip Bale is an award-winning British actor. In 2011 he won the Oscar for best supporting actor

Christian Bale

Curiosities

The myth of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table is set in Wales;

Rugby is the most popular sport in the country, attracting the population to championships

The formation of Wales presents Celtic culture at the center of its emergence. The Celtic people have inhabited the site since ancient times.

The country was once territory of the Roman Empire until 400 AD, of the French Normans, until finally managing to recover the territory

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All About Wales

Subject: Geography

Age range: 11-14

Resource type: Lesson (complete)

Last updated

28 February 2014

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Used today with group of ESOL adults to help teach about Wales. Thanks

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