Walk along the River Taff to visit the historic Llandaff Cathedral and immerse yourself in centuries of history.

Celtic Period 6th – 11th Century : Starting with the early settlement in 560AD, the origins of the Cathedral’s name and the reasons why this site was chosen. The historical links with the Celtic patron Saints, St Dyfrig, St Teilo and St Euddogwy.
Norman Period 12th Century : Bishop Urban who started building the Cathedral in 1120, competition with other Cathedrals and the Book of Llandaff.
12th –13th Century : Further developments and additions to the Cathedral including the Chapter House and Lady Chapel.
14th Century : Considerable work was undertaken to Llandaff Cathedral including the reredos behind the High Altar.
15th Century : A period when the Cathedral suffered from the attentions of Owain Glyndwr and the addition of the Northwest tower.
16th – 17th Century : A period of neglect and ruin. The English Reformation 1529 to 1559, leading to the bishopric of Llandaff becoming the poorest in England and Wales. The civil war 1642 to 1660, the expulsion of worshippers Easter 1646 and Cromwell’s treatment of the cathedral. The great storms of the early 1700s and the consequences for Llandaff Cathedral.
18th Century : A period of restoration. John Wood of Bath commissioned to produce a scheme of repair for Llandaff Cathedral.
19th Century : The Victorian Restoration. Increasing prosperity in South Wales due to industrialisation. John Prichard’s work to restore the building and John Seddon and the involvement of the pre-Raphaelites.
20th Century : The Cathedral and WW2 and resulting restoration.

This visit is free of charge and is self guided. It involves a pleasant walk along the Taff River of a little over an hour (or meet the group at the Cathedral). Meet in the Centre for Student Life to join the group for the walk. There is also a coach trip on Saturday which includes a fee for travel and a guided tour.