The Legend of Ceinwen & Swan's Well

A timeless connection to the history and natural world of Hay-on-Wye.

Steeped in the rich history of the Welsh borders, the craft behind Castello de Haye is deeply connected to the stories and heritage of the land. Our spring water source flows near the historic site of a 12th-century castle known locally as The Tump. For generations, local legend has told of Ceinwen, a holy hermitess who lived by the water's edge. Her gentle spirit blessed the well, infusing its waters with a natural healing power and purity. Today, we continue to honour this historic legacy by blending every handmade batch with the pristine spring water of Swan's Well.

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