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	The Twmpath is a Norman motte situated on the edge of Rhiwbina, a village in the suburbs of Cardiff, U.K., and at the foot of a hill called the Wenallt. The Twmpath is steeped in legend and mystery.

Norman knight Legends claim the Twmpath is the burial mound of a Welsh king, or was made when the Devil visited Rhiwbina and lost his temper. Read more...Legends Bayeux Tapestry Built by the Normans to defend land, the Twmpath is one of largest of eight mottes in the Cardiff area. Read more...History Twmpath plan Today it's overgrown, but well preserved, you can still see the old ridges and furrows in the surrounding fields. Read more...Twmpath Today

Twmpath photograph

This site was written by Ken Tomlinson and Andrew Tomlinson. We tried to check all our facts, but please let us know if you spot any mistakes. We would also like to hear from you if you have any Twmpath information or stories.

Email: twmpath@railwaybridge.co.uk

Andrew Tomlinson's web site is www.railwaybridge.co.uk.


		Legends claim the Twmpath is the burial mound of a Welsh king, or was made when the Devil visited Rhiwbina and lost his temper. Read more...Legends			Built by the Normans to defend land, the Twmpath is one of largest of eight mottes in the Cardiff area. Read more...History			Today it's overgrown, but well preserved, you can still see the old ridges and furrows in the surrounding fields. Read more...Twmpath Today