Can you recommend some interesting Welsh ghost stories?

One well - known Welsh horror story is 'The Black Dog of Beddgelert'. It's about a faithful hound wrongly accused. Another is the tale of the 'Gwrach y Rhibyn', a hag - like creature that brings misfortune. And then there's the story of the 'Cadair Idris' where it's said that if you sleep on the mountain, you'll wake up either a poet or a madman.

A Welsh Christmas story could be about Saint Winifred. According to legend, she was a Welsh saint. At Christmas, people in Wales might remember her story and how she brought a sense of holiness and peace. Her well was considered a sacred place, and on Christmas, it was a time to reflect on the spiritual significance that she represented in Welsh history and faith.

One well - known Welsh bedtime story is 'The Mabinogion'. It's a collection of ancient Welsh tales filled with magic, heroes, and strange creatures. For example, there are stories of Pryderi and his adventures in the otherworld. Another could be the story of Blodeuwedd, a woman made from flowers, which has elements of love, betrayal, and transformation.

One common theme is lost love. Many Welsh ghost stories involve a character who has lost their beloved, either through death or some other tragic event, and they continue to haunt the place in search of their lost love.

Welsh Christmas stories are significant as they pass on traditions. For example, the stories about Yuletide in Wales help keep alive the unique ways of celebrating like the Mari Lwyd. It's a way of connecting the present generation to their ancestors.

There are also tales of Welsh lullabies that are like stories. They tell of the gentle Welsh landscape and the love of a mother for her child. These lullaby - stories can create a calm and peaceful atmosphere for a child to fall asleep.

Another well - known Welsh novel is 'Under Milk Wood' by Dylan Thomas. It presents a day in the life of a fictional Welsh village, Llareggub. The work is rich in poetic language and gives a unique insight into the characters and their dreams, fears, and relationships within the village.

One well - known Welsh - characters novel is 'How Green Was My Valley' by Richard Llewellyn. It beautifully portrays the life of a Welsh mining family, their joys, sorrows, and the strong sense of community among them.

The Mabinogion contains some stories that can be considered as having elements of romance in a Welsh context. It's a collection of Welsh medieval tales which are rich in mythology, and within them, there are relationships and romances that are both complex and engaging. These stories have influenced Welsh culture for centuries and offer a unique perspective on love and relationships in a historical Welsh setting.

One well - known Welsh crime novel is 'The Long Call' by Ann Cleeves. It's set in North Devon but has a touch of Welsh influence in its atmosphere.