Myths

Journey into the world of Welsh myths with actors Ioan Gruffudd and Ruth Jones, as they read our animated tales of magic and adventure. We asked some modern Welsh writers to write new stories specifically for the history website. Each story is loosely based on the myths of Merlin and has its own game for you to play. These stories and games are also available in the Welsh language. Cliciwch yma i'w darllen.

Stories and games

  • Morgana's Secret Island

    Morgana's Secret Island story

    Gareth and Elen explore a magical Welsh island, helped by Morgana - a mysterious witch. Read by Ioan Gruffudd.

  • Go Fish game

    Go Fish game

    Join our fishing frenzy! Help Elen and Gareth catch leaping fish in this game against the clock.

  • Becoming Merlin

    Becoming Merlin

    A young boy named Merlin discovers his magical ability, and also some mythical creatures below the ground!

  • Dragon Drop game

    Dragon Drop

    The Dark King wants you to build a fortress for him. Build the tower as high as you can but don't wake the dragons.

  • Guinevere's Wedding

    Guinevere's Wedding

    Read the tale about King Arthur and Guinevere's woodland wedding, and find out the story behind Arthur's famous round table.

  • Butterfly Glade

    Butterfly Glade

    Guide the butterfly through the glade and drink the nectar from the flowers, but avoid the wind that will blow you off course!


See also

Elsewhere on the BBC

Elsewhere on the web

Chwedlau Myrddin

Ynys Gudd Morgana

Stori Ynys Gudd Morgana

Ewch ar anturiaethau gyda'r cymeriadau yn ein straeon a gemau.

Wales arts

Catrin Dafydd (Image © Catrin Howells)

Meet the writers

Find out about the writers behind our mythical Merlin tales.

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