Prince of Wales

The Prince of Wales (or Tywysog Cymru) is a title traditionally given to the English heir apparent. Although, before Edward I’s conquest of Wales in 1282, it was used by the Welsh rulers, with Owain Gwynedd cited as having established the title.

After the conquest of Wales, the title became a substantive title, one acquired either by individual grant or inheritance. It is, however, worth noting that this title is not automatically acquired.