Maes D

With Ieuan Rhys and Danny Grehan

David Williams (12 July 1809 – 28 February 1863), or Alaw Goch (bardic name), was a prominent coal owner in the Aberdare valley and also a keen supporter of Welsh culture and the Eisteddfod.

In 1861, Williams was the leading figure in organising the National Eisteddfod in Aberdare, an important milestone in its development as an all-Wales festival.

Tonight Alaw Goch becomes ȏl live To discuss His life and career. Scourge what Alaw Goch thinks of the Eisteddfod in the year 2024?