Dear All
My name is Dai Berry and I am a third year degree student (under Madeline
Grays's instruction) at the University of Wales College Newport. After many
months of trying I have actually gained access to the message list.
For my history dissertation I am researching the wells, spouts and springs
in the village where I live (Llangynwyd). I would like to hear from anyone
who has come across folk tales (I don't believe there is anything in the
Bible either) relating to well water turning foul as a result of an argument
between families/neighbours etc.
I have read of wells drying up in retribution for actions against a
saint/fairies etc. I also remember being told of a story where a water
source turned foul as a child but cannot remember a thing about it.
The wells here are Ffynnon Rhydhalog ('The Well of the Defiled or Polluted
Ford') and Ffynnon Ffos (Fosse).
The first the waters went foul because of quarrelsome neighbours the second
quarrelsome sisters.
Could it be this is just a local folk tale or does anyone know of other
significant details out there?
Also is there any significance in the re-dedication of wells in the name of
the Virgin or Saint Mary?
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Diolch yn fawr
Dai Berry
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