About Lewys Morgannwg
Lewys Morgannwg was a poet.
Lewys Morgannwg (fl. 1520β65) was a Welsh language poet from Morgannwg, south Wales. He lived at St. Bride's Major
Lewys was one of the foremost poets of the sixteenth century. Most of his poems that have survived are eulogies and elegies in strict metre. Lewys was the household poet to Sir William Griffith of Penrhyn. He was also a bardic teacher, most notably of Gruffudd Hiraethog.
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Important facts
Frequently asked questions
Who was Lewys Morgannwg?
Welsh poet from the 16th century
When was Lewys Morgannwg born?
Lewys Morgannwg was born in Tir Iarll, Glamorgan.
When did Lewys Morgannwg die?
Lewys Morgannwg died in 1565.
What was Lewys Morgannwg's occupation?
Lewys Morgannwg was a poet.
What nationality was Lewys Morgannwg?
Lewys Morgannwg's recorded nationality: Llantwit Major.
Sources & further reading
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Lewys Morgannwg. https://biography.guide/lewys-morgannwg/
MLA: "Lewys Morgannwg." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/lewys-morgannwg/.
Chicago: "Lewys Morgannwg." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/lewys-morgannwg/.
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