THE WELSH
	CENTRE
		www.welshcrannog.com

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	What is a Crannog? Crannogs are a type of ancient lake dwelling found throughout Scotland and Ireland; they were built out in the water as defensive homesteads from 5000 years ago. People continued to build and occupy them periodically until the 17th century ad.
	Llangorse Lake’s Crannog The Crannog on Llangorse Lake is the only Crannog to be found in Wales or England. It is situated in the waters of Llangorse Lake, which is the largest natural lake in south Wales. The Crannog was constructed in 916ad, probably by the King of Brycheiniog.
	The Welsh Crannog Centre With the help of The Welsh Tourist Board, we are going to celebrate the history, myths and legends of this unique Welsh ancient monument. We are going to construct a viewing platform that will go out onto the lake, it will resemble how the Crannog would have looked at the time of its construction, you will be able to walk along a causeway to a traditionally built thatched roundhouse from which you will have fantastic views of Wales’ only Crannog, the Black Mountains, the Brecon Beacons and Llangorse lake.
	The viewing platform This will double as an information center. Providing information on Wales’ only Crannog, Llangorse lake, flora and forna, myths and legends, and local history.
	Find out the answers to such questions as How was it built? Who lived on a Crannog? How did our ancient ancestors live? How did they dress? What archeological discoveries have been made? Local myths and legends What wildlife lives in and around Couth Wales’ largest natural lake The rare plant species that grow in Llangorse Lake
	The Welsh Crannog Center will provide you with a journey back into Crannog time, an ideal day out for anybody who has an interest in Welsh history, culture, archaeology, wildlife and plant-life
	For a map of how to find us click here For accommodation click here For more information contact Mel or Mike at crannog@llangors.com