Amongst 46 Welsh figures announced by Gorsedd of Bards. 9 June 2011

Non Evans will be honoured by the Gorsedd of Bards at this year’s National Eisteddfod in Wrexham which begins on 30 July, alongside Poet Gillian Clarke and rugby referee Nigel Owens.

Non, who retired from international rugby at the end of last year is delighted to be included on a list of 46 Welsh figures deemed to have made a contribution to the nation, language and culture.

Non said:

“I was really shocked and quite overwhelmed to hear I am being honoured at this year’s National Eisteddfod. It’s a huge honour to be named alongside great Welsh people like Gillian Clarke, Nigel Owens and Nic Parry.

My family are really proud and excited by the news, it’s something very special in Wales and I’m really looking forward to the Ceremony.”

The Gorsedd of Bards was created in the 17th Century by scholar Iolo Morganwg. The head of the Gorsedd of Bards is the Archdruid, who is elected for a term of three years, and is responsible for conducting the Gorsedd ceremonies during eisteddfod week.

The Wrexham and District National Eisteddfod is held on Lower Berse Farm, off Ruthin Road, Wrexham, from 30 July - 6 August.