A Welsh custom which seems to have now gone into decline, is that of visiting neighbours to sing "Blwyddyn Newydd Dda" (Happy New Year). Many people now do not even remember the words of the song, even though many participated in the custom when they were children. I myself have fond memories of standing on doorsteps on a chilly January 1st morning and being given a coin or two for my efforts.

For those of you who need reminding, the words of the song are given below:

Blwyddyn Newydd Dda i Chwi,
Ac i bawb sydd yn y ty,
Dyma yw'n ddymuniad i;
Blwyddyn newydd dda I Chwi!

Blwyddyn newydd dda i Chwi,
Gwelen llawen,
Dyma'r blwyddyn wedi dod,
Y flwyddyn 'orau fi erioed;
O dyma'r hyfryd flwyddyn;
O dyma'r hyfryd flwyddyn;
O dyma'r hyfryd flwyddyn,
A blwyddyn newydd dda!

If you have any corrections or extra verses, please contact me.