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The first day of winter observances: Calan Gaeaf, celebrations start at sunset of October 31. (Wales)

Name: The first day of winter observances: Calan Gaeaf, celebrations start at sunset of October 31. (Wales)
Start: 2000-11-01
End: 2000-11-01
Location: Histories Today Editorial Team

On November 1, in the year 0, The first day of winter observances: Calan Gaeaf, celebrations start at sunset of October 31. (Wales). This event is recorded as a Holidays event in the history of November 1, a notable event in this corner of history.

Calan Gaeaf is the name of the first day of winter in Wales, observed on 1 November. The night before is Nos Galan Gaeaf or Noson Galan Gaeaf, an Ysbrydnos when spirits are abroad. Traditionally, people avoid churchyards, stiles, and crossroads, since spirits are thought to gather there. The term is first recorded in literature as "Kalan Gayaf" in the laws of Hywel Dda.

Key Facts

This event took place on November 1, 0 (AD era).
It is categorised as a Holidays event in recorded history.
Referenced in 3 Wikipedia articles.
Wikipedia source last updated on 23 December 2025.

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