Ceredigion folklore: stories of sound and silence

Explore the ox legend at Llanddewi Brefi

A Llanddewi Brefi legend tells of oxen hauling stone and a cry powerful enough to split a crag. Such stories gave memorable explanations to local features and the experiences of working life. Enjoy the tale as part of the village's folklore, alongside the separate evidence of its church and carved stones.

The missing sound of bells

At Llanarth, a story about the Devil stealing a church bell includes a place where the bells cannot be heard. Such tales show how local people gave memorable explanations to the sounds, silences and distinctive features around them.