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Gelert's Grave

Beddgelert, Snowdonia

A faithful hound killed by mistake, and a grave that may be a clever tale.

Prince Llywelyn came home to find his baby's cradle overturned and his dog Gelert covered in blood. In a rage he killed the dog, then found the baby safe beside a dead wolf.

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When
Legend
Where
53.0110, -4.1040
Group
Legends

Visiting

A riverside walk from Beddgelert village.

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