Explore the History of Wales
From the ancient Celts and the Roman conquest to Owain Glyndŵr's revolt and the founding of the Senedd, explore the events and people that shaped Wales.
History made simple
Three ways to explore Welsh history at your own pace.
Browse
Scroll through an interactive timeline spanning thousands of years.
Read
Tap any event for the full story.
Search
Find people, places and events instantly.
Timeline
From the earliest events to the present day. Browse events, read articles and discover the stories and individuals that shaped Cymru.
- Hundreds of historical events
- Scrollable and zoomable timeline
- Add your own personal events
In-Depth Articles
Every event comes with a detailed article so you can understand the full story behind each moment.
- Full articles or quick summaries
- Bilingual: Cymraeg & English
- Maps and images
Search & Favourites
Find any person, place or event instantly. Save your favourite moments to revisit later.
- Search across all events
- Save favourites for quick access
- Personalise your timelime
See it in action
A closer look at the Hanes experience.
Start exploring Welsh history
Download the Hanes Cymru app for free and discover the stories that shaped Cymru.
