Andy McGrath is taking his quirky historical tour to the land of dragons and ancient lore this Wednesday, June 25, as Weird Britain brings us its Wales episode. Airing at 9:00 PM on BLAZE, this hour looks to explore the often-overlooked strange and wonderful stories that dot the Welsh landscape.
McGrath begins his Welsh exploration in what was Roman Wales, visiting old sites and tracing the final stand of Welsh Druidry on the Isle of Anglesey. It’s the kind of deep dive into local history that the show does well. Later, he unearths a hidden museum and hears a tale from folklorist Maxine Allinson about the miraculous birth of St. David, adding a dash of the ethereal to the historical.
The journey concludes in Snowdonia, where McGrath investigates the famous battle behind the mountain’s name. The series has carved out its niche by blending exploration of weird history, odd legends, and off-the-beaten-path locations across the UK. This episode seems a perfect fit for that mold. For those with a soft spot for British history, local folklore, and slightly eccentric travel documentaries, this one should hit the spot.
