{"id":745,"date":"2025-01-08T14:21:54","date_gmt":"2025-01-08T14:21:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/menai.cottage-search.com\/blog\/2019\/04\/16\/st-dwynwens-day\/"},"modified":"2025-01-08T21:54:28","modified_gmt":"2025-01-08T21:54:28","slug":"st-dwynwens-day","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.menaiholidays.co.uk\/blog\/st-dwynwens-day\/","title":{"rendered":"St Dwynwen&#8217;s Day"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #185ea2;\"><strong>St Dwynwen\u2019s Day (Dydd Santes Dwynwen), celebrated annually on January 25th, is Wales\u2019s very own day of love. It honors Saint Dwynwen, the patron saint of lovers, and is the perfect occasion to explore the romantic beauty of North Wales with someone special. <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Forget Valentine\u2019s Day\u2014this is a uniquely Welsh celebration steeped in legend, tradition, and breathtaking landscapes.<\/p>\n<p>Nothing says I love you more than whisking a partner away to a romantic <a href=\"https:\/\/www.menaiholidays.co.uk\/holiday-cottages-in-north-wales.html\">holiday cottage in North Wales<\/a>. And there\u2019s no better time to choose than St Dwynwen\u2019s Day.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Keep reading to discover everything you need to know about St Dwynwen\u2019s Day\u2026<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><strong>The Story of St Dwynwen<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-5341\" src=\"https:\/\/www.menaiholidays.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2019\/01\/couple-in-North-Wales.png\" alt=\"Couple holding hands on St Dwynwen's Day\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Dwynwen was a 5th-century Welsh princess known for her tragic yet inspiring love story. As legend has it, she fell deeply in love with a prince named Maelon, but her father had arranged for her to marry another. Heartbroken, she prayed to forget her love. Her prayers were answered, and she devoted the rest of her life to helping others find love and solace. Today, St Dwynwen is remembered as a symbol of selfless love and devotion.<\/p>\n<p>One of the most poignant sites tied to her story is Llanddwyn Island (Ynys Llanddwyn), located off the coast of Anglesey. This enchanting tidal island is a must-visit for anyone looking to embrace the romance of the season.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>How do you say Happy St Dwynwen\u2019s Day in Welsh?<\/h2>\n<p>The Welsh for <em>Happy St Dwynwen\u2019s Day<\/em> is <strong>\u201cDydd Santes Dwynwen Hapus\u201d<\/strong>. Here are a few other romantic Welsh phrases to use on St Dwynwen\u2019s Day;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Dw i&#8217;n dy garu di \/ Rwy&#8217;n dy garu di<\/strong> &#8211; I love you (formal \/ informal)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cariad<\/strong> &#8211; Love, Darling<\/li>\n<li><strong>Llawer o gariad oddi wrth<\/strong> &#8211; Lots of love from<\/li>\n<li><strong>Yn Fy Nghalon Am Byth<\/strong> &#8211; In my Heart Forever<\/li>\n<li><strong>Rydych yn hardd<\/strong> \u2013 You\u2019re beautiful<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dwi wedi syrthio mewn cariad efo chdi<\/strong> \u2013 I\u2019ve fallen in love with you<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Romantic Getaways in North Wales<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4628\" src=\"https:\/\/www.menaiholidays.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2021\/08\/Trearddur-Bay.jpg\" alt=\"People walking along the beach at Trearddur Bay\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Menai Holiday Cottages offers a range of beautiful properties perfect for a romantic escape. Whether it\u2019s a cozy hideaway for two or a luxurious retreat overlooking the coast, there\u2019s no better way to celebrate St Dwynwen\u2019s Day than by staying somewhere truly special.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Top Things to Do for St Dwynwen\u2019s Day<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Visit Llanddwyn Island<\/strong>: Explore the historic ruins of St Dwynwen\u2019s Church, stroll along the sandy beaches, and take in the panoramic views of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.menaiholidays.co.uk\/snowdonia-holiday-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Snowdonia<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.menaiholidays.co.uk\/llyn-peninsula-holiday-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ll\u0177n Peninsula<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sunset Walks on Newborough Beach<\/strong>: Hand in hand, enjoy a golden sunset over this spectacular beach, where the sea meets lush forests.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Couples\u2019 Adventures in Snowdonia<\/strong>: If you\u2019re feeling adventurous, take a hike up Mount Snowdon or explore the tranquil paths of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.menaiholidays.co.uk\/beddgelert-holiday-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Beddgelert<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Experience Welsh Love Spoons<\/strong>: The Welsh love spoon is a traditional symbol of affection, intricately carved and exchanged between loved ones. Why not shop for one as a keepsake?<\/li>\n<li><strong>Stay in a Romantic Cottage<\/strong>: Choose from our selection of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.menaiholidays.co.uk\/romantic-holiday-cottages-north-wales.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">charming cottages<\/a>, from secluded countryside escapes to coastal properties with breathtaking sea views.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Feeling the love? Book a <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.menaiholidays.co.uk\/romantic-holiday-cottages-north-wales.html\"><strong>romantic holiday cottage for two in North Wales<\/strong><\/a> <strong>or discover why we love <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.menaiholidays.co.uk\/blog\/valentines-day-in-north-wales\/\"><strong>Valentine\u2019s Day in North Wales<\/strong><\/a><strong>. Have you been recently proposed to? Read our selection of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.menaiholidays.co.uk\/blog\/north-wales-wedding-venues\/\">best wedding venues in North Wales<\/a> &#8211; for the ideal setting to say &#8220;I Do&#8221;.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>St Dwynwen\u2019s Day (Dydd Santes Dwynwen), celebrated annually on January 25th, is Wales\u2019s very own day of love. It honors Saint Dwynwen, the patron saint of lovers, and is the perfect occasion to explore the romantic beauty of North Wales with someone special. 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