Criccieth Castle a distant relation of Llywelyn ap Gruffudd, began an uprising against English rule that spread quickly through Wales. Several English-held towns were razed and Criccieth (along with Harlech Castle and Aberystwyth Castle) were besieged that winter. Its residents survived until spring when the castle was resupplied. In the 14th century the castle had a notable Welsh constable called Hywel ap Gruffydd, known as Howell the Axe, who fought for Edward III at the Battle of Poitiers in 1356. The castle was used as a prison until 1404 when Welsh forces captured the castle during the rebellion of Owain Glyndŵr. The
Glyndwr Jones Glyndwr Jones Glyndwr Cennydd Jones (born 19 March 1969) is a chief executive officer, education professional and Welsh politician. Glyndwr Cennydd Jones is presently Director of a UK-wide industry body for institutions delivering training, education and assessment in dance, drama and musical theatre, a position he has held since September 2012. He previously had a senior role at an international awarding organisation for over 11 years and was awarded Honorary Membership of Trinity College London in 2010 for outstanding services in the field of academic quality assurance and government accreditation globally. He is also an accomplished jazz guitarist and main