The lost city of Kenfig | The legend and the history | Ghost towns of Britain Episode 1 SD 480p

Kenfig; on the Glamorgan coast line is a bank of sand dunes and an inky black lake. But history tells us this was the site of a major town and port. The seat of a Royal household. And a place fiercely contested by Welsh warriors, raiding Vikings and Norman invaders. It was possibly the most significant settlement for miles around. But now, just a handful of cottages.
What happened here? How did this important place just disappear? Is the old legend that it still lies at the bottom of the lake true? What was it like in its prime?
All these questioned are answered from the places where they happened.
This video is an episode in the Ghost towns of Britain series. Written, presented and published by Welsh author and historian; Graham Loveluck-Edwards. Author of the 'Legends of Bridgend and the Vale' series of books and the book 'Historic Pubs of Wales'. Published by Candy Jar Books LTD (Cardiff).
In this series of short videos, I uncover the hidden truth of towns, villages and cities that have been lost to the sands of time. Nothing but a few remains and historical documents to give you any clue that they ever existed. I hope you enjoy them. And if you do, please subscribe to this channel and share them on social media.
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[@thatbaratheongirl7726]

I moved to South Wales in 2022 and spend a lot of time exploring these places with my partner. I love your videos, it's fascinating to learn the history behind this corner of the world. ❤

[@GrahamLoveluck]

Thank you so much. Your lovely feedback is really appreciated

[@williamskdn1]

You should do a podcast.

[@TheKayakCrew]

Fascinating. I live not far away in Neath and have been to Kenfig Burrows many times and always been intrigued by how the town and castle got inundated by the gradual march inland of the sand dunes. The Prince of Wales pub in Mawdlam gives an insight into the medieval history of Kenfig, with it's charts on the walls about the 12 Knights of Glamorgan and the ancient borough of Kenfig (plus they do great food and beers😀). Look forward to catching up with your other videos about Candleston and other lost towns and villages.

[@GrahamLoveluck]

The Prince is a jewel of a pub

[@zenzen9131]

Awesome video :)

[@GrahamLoveluck]

Thank you

[@laracraft82]

Great video. Walked around Kenfig many a time 😊

[@GrahamLoveluck]

It is so beautiful there

[@laracraft82]

@@GrahamLoveluck a lot of Wales is beautiful especially the west

[@GrahamLoveluck]

Glad you enjoyed

[@Chubb-h5p]

Excellent video, I like local history

[@GrahamLoveluck]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Chris_Carini]

Great vlog. Love that area.

[@GrahamLoveluck]

I know. It’s so beautiful

[@karrienereynolds8315]

Excellent enjoyed the video well done

[@GrahamLoveluck]

Thank you

[@taliesinantiques]

Great video - very interesting!

[@GrahamLoveluck]

Thank you

[@welshhibby]

Great video, you have a new subscriber 😊

[@GrahamLoveluck]

Welcome aboard!

[@18Ty]

🎉🔥

[@GrahamLoveluck]

👍

[@stephenjones1380]

Great video! But it only takes a little effort to learn how to pronounce the Welsh names correctly. Makes all the difference!

[@GrahamLoveluck]

Correct it does