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Wales
Questions related to Wales, the mountainous country in the west of the island of Britain, which is part of the United Kingdom. It is known as Cymru in the Welsh language.
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How many have wales times won the rugby world cup?
They won the Rugby 7's in 2009, beating Argentina but have not won the 15 a side version.
Clearly the best team in Europe over the last 100 years with 11 Grand slams to date.
Why did Denbigh mental North Wales shut down?
North Wales Hospital was shut down in sections. It was shut down between 1991 and 2002. The hospital was shut down because of the "Hospital Plan" proposed by Enoch Powell. This plan would attach the psychiatric hospitals and their patients to medical hospitals. The main hospital was closed in 1995.
What are the national symbols of Scotland England and Wales?
Scotland - thistle and rampant lion. Wales - leek, daffodil and dragon. England - red rose, three lions en passant.
Land in National Parks in Britain is owned by private individuals, businesses, companies, and state organisations such as the Forestry Commission, just the same as land outside the National Parks. National Park status makes no difference to land ownership, it simply imposes limitations on what land development can take place, and gives certain public-access rights.
What is the name of the street in merthyr tydfil in Wales with the steepest gradient?
I think it is regent street in the Dowlais area of the town.
The Welsh word for rhinoceros is trwyngorfil. [Pronounced truin-GORN-vil]
How long in hours does it take to get to Wales from Scotland?
It obvious depends on... your starting point in Scotland, your destination in Wales, the mode of transport you take, the route you take and the speed that you travel at.
What cheese is Welsh rarebit made of?
Welsh Rarebit can be made with any hard cheese, though in Wales Cheddar is usually preferred. (Caerffili and Red Leicester are also common).
The recipes vary considerably from place to place: beer-based sauces predominate, but there is also a béchamel variety (which is more often found in restaurants).
Some people even believe that cheese toasted on bread qualifies as Welsh Rarebit. In Wales cheese on toast is a completely separate dish, which is called Caws Pobi.
A Different Opinion
You can make Welsh Rarebit by putting a few pieces of toast in the grill and put some chese on it. (Which ever cheese you prefer will be the best)
What is the weather like in snowdon?
it is horrible if anyone doesnot now that then they are stupid ediodict and dumd
How do you get to St. David's in Wales?
If travelling from London, take a train from Paddington to Haverfordwest and then a bus for remaining 16 miles or so. (Coaches to Haverfordwest are also available). For information on rail services call 0845 7 484950.
Welsh cakes can be traced back in time to one of the earliest forms of baking, where a flatstone, or bakestone, would be placed onto an open fire. This stone was then used as the cooking surface for the Welsh cakes, the equivalent to today's hotplate. The Welsh cake mixture would be placed onto the stone and cooked first on one side and then turned to complete the cooking.
At one time they were often eaten in both cottages and farmhouses alike, and miners would also have them in their lunchboxes
Where do financial Wales offer their services?
Financial Wales offer their services in Wales, which is located in the United Kingdom. They have a number of offices that are located all througout Wales.
The Brecon Beacons are situated in southern wales, Just north of Cardiff.
What part of wales does Leigh halfpenny live?
He lives in Gorseinon (near Swansea)
He plays for Cardiff Blues rugby team which brings people to believe he lives in Cardiff although he does not.
What is the main natural resource that comes from Wales?
Wales most valuable natural resource is coal. Coal deposits are located in the south region of Wales. Slate and limestone are also natural resources in Wales.
Who was the Welsh boxer who died in the ring?
Several Welsh boxers have been killed in the ring - boxing is a dangerous sport. The most famous is Johnny Owen - the Matchstick Man - who was fatally injured while fighting Lupe Pintor for the World Bantamweight Title in Los Angeles on 19/9/80.
Johnny did not die in the ring, but in hospital some days later. The full story is on the website.
What do they call a grandfather in Scotland?
The word for grandfather in Scotish is Granda, The Granda, or Grandpapa (occasionally). In my family, my father was called The Daddy, The Dad, Daddy, or Dad, and my grandfather was called The Faither (father) by my parents and Granda by the grandchildren. Very young children call their father Dada. Grandmothers are often called Gran, but usually Granny, and mothers are called Mum, Maw, or Mither (mother).
There are about 30% of the people in Wales that are Agnostics.. That is up from a 2001 survey when only 15% where considered Agnostic. Although to have an accurate percentage is difficult to measure because people can change their mind at any time.
