It is thought that the tapestry, which is nearly 230 feet (70 metres) long and 18 inches high, was woven in the 1070s to ...

The conquest started with a series of devastating raids which by the end of the 11th century had affected almost ... French and English. The Norman leaders spoke French; indeed the Welsh ...

First to go were Brecon and Pembroke, followed by Glamorgan. Before the end of the 11th century Norman presences were established in west Wales thanks to their special weapon, the castle.

First to go were Brecon and Pembroke, followed by Glamorgan. Before the end of the 11th century Norman presences were established in west Wales thanks to their special weapon, the castle.