Modern Celtic Heroes roam the hills of Wales

Dec 05 2009

Published by Gary at 4:09 am under Art, Celtic Society, Dance, Exhibition, Wales

Extreme Sheep Herding

The Celts have always been renowned for their excellence, for taking their skills to exceptional levels and the modern Welsh shepherd has proven this still to be true in today’s modern ‘electrical’ age.

Watch the video above and have a giggle but also bear in mind that the links between modern Celts and the ancient warriors dancing along their chariots between racing horses may be stronger than we think!

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