St David: a brief history

St David was the greatest figure in the 6th century Welsh Age of Saints, founder of scores of religious communities, and the only native-born patron saint of the countries of Britain and Ireland.
St David died on 1 March – St David’s Day – in 589. He was canonised by Pope Callixtus in the 12th century, and we have celebrated St David’s Day ever since.

Do the little things

Follow the words of St David himself: gwnewch y pethau bychain — do the little things. What better way to celebrate than to bring those words to life with an outpouring of hwyl and kindness. Celebrate St David’s Day by doing and sharing Random Acts of Welshness.

Watch Carmarthenshire's Random Acts of Welshness

Have a great Welsh (cake) bake off

Fuel your epic St David's Day out by seeing who can make the best homemade Welsh cakes and Bara Brith. Or cook up a traditional Welsh meal of Cawl or Glamorgan sausages when you get home. Find out the tastiest addresses serving Cawl in Carmarthenshire.

Carmarthenshire Cawl Crawl

Be the king or queen of the castle

You can hardly move for castles in Wales. And in Carmarthenshire alone we have 9 fabulous fortresses dotted across our landscape. Whether you’re looking for a somewhere to explore, or just the perfect spot to set up your picnic we’ve got you covered with our selection of impressive castles.

Castles and Historical Houses

Attend an event

From St David's Day Parades, Food Festivals to Male voice Choirs there simply will be something to suit everyone’s taste this St David's Day.

St. David's Day Celebrations