Crannog Centre
What is a Crannog? Crannogs are a type of ancient lake dwelling found throughout Scotland and Ireland; they were built out in the water as defensive homesteads from 5000 years ago. People continued to build and occupy them periodically until the 17th century ad.

Llangorse Lake’s Crannog
The Crannog on Llangorse Lake is the only Crannog to be found in Wales or England. It is situated in the waters of Llangorse Lake, which is the largest natural lake in south Wales. The Crannog was constructed in 916 ad, probably by the King of Brycheiniog.

The Welsh Crannog Centre

Provides an insite into the history, myths and legends of this unique Welsh ancient monument.
We have constructed a viewing platform that goes out into the lake. It resembles how the buildings on the Crannog may have looked at the time of their construction, you will be able to walk along a causeway to a traditionally built thatched roundhouse from which you will have fantastic views of Wales’ only Crannog, the Black Mountains, the Brecon Beacons and Llangorse lake.
The viewing platform doubles as an information centre. Providing information on Wales’ only Crannog, Llangorse lake, the flora and forna, myths and legends, and local history.