Y Lolfa

Y Lolfa

Established in the mid-60’s Y Lolfa pledged to make Welsh books lively, colourful and provocative. Since then they have published Welsh, English & Bi-lingual editions covering multiple genres – from language and linguistics to politics, food and drink and Sport – all with a Welsh bent.

Promotion and learning of the Welsh language is at the core of their publishing with The Welsh Thesaurus and Welsh In Your Pocket being perennial bestsellers.

The ‘In Your Pocket’ series has developed to include other Celtic languages Gaelic In Your Pocket, Cornish In Your Pocket and Irish In Your Pocket all aimed at encouraging everyday use.

265 products


  • Dal dy Dir

    Y Lolfa Dal dy Dir

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisThis is a novel full of excitement, lust and strong women.

    10 in stock

    £12.00

  • Rugby Lives

    Y Lolfa Rugby Lives

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisA collection of in-depth interviews from one of Wales'' best rugby journalists, looking back on the careers of 26 of Welsh rugby''s finest players.

    10 in stock

    £12.34

  • Teach Your Dog Irish

    Y Lolfa Teach Your Dog Irish

    4 in stock

    Book SynopsisA light-hearted, fully-illustrated retro-style picture book with 60+ words and phrases you can use to practise your Irish with your furry best friend.Trade ReviewSuitable as a first introduction to Irish for learners of all ages; for tourists who would like a fun way to pick up a few basic words when visiting Ireland; for adults who haven’t used their Irish for a while; or for children, who will love the cute pictures. Many of the words and phrases can also be used in non dog-related situations! Pronunciation guide for every phrase and beautiful retro-style illustrations throughout. The perfect gift for dog-lovers! -- Publisher: Y Lolfa

    4 in stock

    £7.82

  • Teach Your Dog French

    Y Lolfa Teach Your Dog French

    7 in stock

    Book Synopsis

    7 in stock

    £7.46

  • Yr Ail Briodas

    Y Lolfa Yr Ail Briodas

    7 in stock

    7 in stock

    £12.00

  • Welsh Rugby: What Went Wrong?

    Y Lolfa Welsh Rugby: What Went Wrong?

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisThe glory days of Welsh rugby seem long ago now. Mortifying defeats, threatened strike action, institutionalised sexism, racism and homophobia in the WRU, bad financial management – this book examines key events from the 1980s to today which have brought Welsh rugby to its present crisis.

    Out of stock

    £999.99

  • Gaelic in Your Pocket

    Y Lolfa Gaelic in Your Pocket

    7 in stock

    Book SynopsisA handy little language aid designed to be carried by Scots Gaelic learners at all times. The booklet offers basic Gaelic grammar rules, as well as everyday phrases and a collection of the most commonly used Gaelic words.

    7 in stock

    £7.05

  • Reasons 2 Smile - My Battles on and off the Rugby

    Y Lolfa Reasons 2 Smile - My Battles on and off the Rugby

    7 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe autobiography of Cardiff Blues, Scarlets, Wales, Lions and Barbarians player Matthew Rees, the most-capped hooker ever for Wales. Lots of insight behind the scenes on his rugby career, but also revealing the full stories behind finding out who his father was at 20 and his battle with testicular cancer at the height of his career. 43 photographs.

    7 in stock

    £12.00

  • Teach Your Dog Scots

    Y Lolfa Teach Your Dog Scots

    5 in stock

    5 in stock

    £5.99

  • Peacemakers, The

    Y Lolfa Peacemakers, The

    3 in stock

    Book SynopsisA new edition of The Peacemakers, which includes some of Waldo Williams'' most celebrated poems. It comprises the Welsh-language originals plus parallel English translations by esteemed poet and translator Tony Conran. First published by Gomer in 1999 but out of print for many years. New foreword.

    3 in stock

    £9.49

  • Ar Lwybr Dial

    Y Lolfa Ar Lwybr Dial

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisAn eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth? Do people who have sinned deserve to be punished? One killer thinks so and that''s why there are bodies being found in strange situations. Can Taliesin MacLeavy find the killer before more people die?

    1 in stock

    £11.12

  • Teach Your Dog Gog: North Wales Welsh

    £7.82

  • Six Nations Rugby Quiz Book, The

    Y Lolfa Six Nations Rugby Quiz Book, The

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisTest your knowledge about the Six Nations rugby tournament with this brand new set of quiz questions. 50 rounds of 10 questions, with answers in the back. From the author of Welsh Rugby Quiz, which has sold over 12,000 copies.

    1 in stock

    £7.60

  • An Uprooted Community: A history of Epynt

    1 in stock

    £12.00

  • The Welsh One Hundred Challenge

    Y Lolfa The Welsh One Hundred Challenge

    1 in stock

    Book Synopsis

    1 in stock

    £10.90

  • How Do You Say...  A checklist of Welsh phrases

    1 in stock

    £8.99

  • Y Mabinogion

    Y Lolfa Y Mabinogion

    1 in stock

    1 in stock

    £12.99

  • Half Time - The Autobiography (Paperback)

    Y Lolfa Half Time - The Autobiography (Paperback)

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisAn English and updated version of Hanner Amser, published in 2008. Nigel Owens is a familiar figure on stage and television, and is considered one of the best rugby referees in the world. But before reaching his current status in the world of professional rugby, he went through an excruciating personal crisis. A hardback version is also available. Reprint.

    2 in stock

    £9.95

  • Nigel Owens The Final Whistle

    Y Lolfa Nigel Owens The Final Whistle

    3 in stock

    3 in stock

    £12.34

  • Welsh Words of Wisdom  Inspirational proverbs from Wales

    3 in stock

    £6.28

  • Welsh Words - Geirfa Graidd, Lefel Mynediad (De

    5 in stock

    £7.57

  • Dylife  The Industrial and Social History of a Famous Welsh Lead Mine

    Y Lolfa Dylife The Industrial and Social History of a Famous Welsh Lead Mine

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisAn interesting illustrated account of the history of Dylife, a rural mid-Wales region that became one of the most prosperous lead-mining areas of Wales during the nineteenth century.

    Out of stock

    £999.99

  • Bwthyn, Y

    Y Lolfa Bwthyn, Y

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisA novel that revolves around three characters, Enoch, Isaac and Owen. The story begins when Owen comes to stay at a cottage on an isolated mountain farm. A lyrical, subtle novel, with the unchanging landscape central to the memorable events. Winner of the Welsh-language Book of the Year award 2016.

    1 in stock

    £12.00

  • Out at the Bright Edge - Poetry from the Land

    Y Lolfa Out at the Bright Edge - Poetry from the Land

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisOut at the Bright Edge is a collection of poetry rooted in North Ceredigion. The poems in this collection describe and respond to the landscape and history of the area from the Dyfi to the Teifi. They deal with ideas through a focus on place, capturing memorable moments in specific locations and celebrating an area of outstanding natural beauty and its long history.

    1 in stock

    £6.64

  • Cors Caron

    Y Lolfa Cors Caron

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisA mystery novel for children set against the backdrop of the Caron marshland in mid-Wales. The story moves swiftly between two worlds, and deals with themes of relationship, love and the change in our attitude towards the environment.

    1 in stock

    £10.24

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