Name: Sarah Chave: Hafren - The Wisdom of the River Severn
Start: 2025-08-27T19:30:00+01:00
Location: 9A Windsor Road, CF64 1JB Penarth, United Kingdom

Sarah Chave: Hafren - The Wisdom of the River Severn

Spend the perfect summer evening in the company of author Sarah Siân Chave, as she introduces her new book 'Hafren' – a lyrical and deeply thoughtful journey along one of Britain’s most iconic rivers.
Blending history, myth and personal reflection, Hafren explores the River Severn’s enduring presence in British life – from the legends that flow along its path to its profound influence on the landscapes it shapes and the communities who live beside it.
This event is part of our Summer at Griffin Books programme. Events will take place in our newly extended shop on Penarth high street.
'Hafren - The Wisdom of the River Severn':
Afon Hafren, the River Severn, is a mighty Welsh river. She has shaped many histories and is part of many stories. In Celtic traditions, water is a source of wisdom. In a time of ecological crisis, how can we listen to the wisdom of Hafren?
Sarah Siân Chave takes us on a journey from Hafren’s source to the sea, following Hafren’s route from Pumlumon in Wales and meandering through England, before she finds her way back home to Wales and the sea. The journey weaves together Celtic myths, historical and personal narratives, as well as Welsh words and ideas.
'Hafren' not only speaks to the wisdom of this river, but of all rivers, encouraging readers to understand better their place as part of nature. A compelling read for anyone drawn to nature, sustainability and ecology, as well as those fascinated by Celtic and Welsh traditions, history and mythology.
SARAH SIÂN CHAVE is an educator and researcher with over thirty years’ experience in further and higher education. Passionate about sustainability and social justice, she now lives near the banks of the River Severn and draws on her Welsh heritage to explore the stories and wisdom of place.
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Wednesday 27 August | 7.30 pm
Griffin Books, 9A Windsor Road, Penarth, CF64 1JB*
Tickets: £20.00 including a SIGNED hardback copy of 'Hafren - The Wisdom of the River Severn' (RRP £16.99) / £8.00 Event Only / £4.00 Student Ticket / £4.00 Inclusive Ticket
*IMPORTANT: Please be aware that the toilet at Griffin Books can only be accessed via three steps and so is not accessible for wheelchair users or people with mobility issues. Please contact us on [email protected] if this would prohibit you from attending.