Talking of Bulls
A Welsh Black (a statue) on the road between Rhayader and Llandiloes The famous Black Ox, also known as the Welsh Black was herded overland from Wales to England for a thousand years. This perhaps should be the model for Birmingham's iconic Bull. Its stature is impressive, its pedigree renowned and its contribution to industrial heritage should be highlighted in any discourse related to Birmingham's historic meat markets. Bulls Head pub, Kings Norton The image of the fabled black bull or the black ox can be found throughout Wales and England. Bulls Head pub, Moseley Likewise in Birmingham, it's the Welsh Black that is often depicted, as seen on pub signs in Kings Norton and Moseley. It is claimed that the Welsh black is one of the oldest breeds in the UK, bred for its resilience to the climate of the Welsh hillsides, as much as for its milk or meat. On a recent visit to Llanidloes in mid Wales, and following a few drinks with the locals at the Crown and Anchor, the topic of...