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
Owain Doull in May 2016 it was announced that he would join on a two-year deal from 2017. In August 2016, Doull signed on with as a Stagiaire for the remainder of the season. Doull was appointed Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in the 2017 New Year Honours for services to cycling. Doull will kick off his 2018 season with an appearance in 2018 Tour Down Under. Owain Doull Owain Doull (born 2 May 1993) is a Welsh track cyclist and Olympic champion, specialising in the team pursuit. He is the first Welsh-speaking athlete to win Olympic gold.