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Ffair Ton

October 30, 2019October 31, 2019 by Jack Davies

Black and white photo of Castell Coch with scratches

FFAIR TON By Mrs. Elwyn James. I spent much of my time in holidays out on the hillside, as far from the Inn as possible, in case Susie should call me to help with the daily tasks that befitted a small girl of my position. It was ever a delight to smell the bracken and … more…

Tongwynlais War Memorial

October 16, 2019October 16, 2019 by Jack Davies

War memorial in St Michael's Church, Tongwynlais

2018 marked the centenary of the 1st World War and the inter-war period saw the creation of many local memorials to those who served. I visited St Michael’s Church to take a look at the tribute, which was presented to the community just over 100 years ago. The memorial tablet was unveiled by Mrs Lewis … more…

Postcards from Tongwynlais – Part 8

September 28, 2019September 27, 2019 by Jack Davies

Old postcard featuring drawing of Castell Coch

We’ve got a bumper collection of postcards for you this month. They all feature beautiful pencil sketches of Castell Coch by Joyce Capon. Dating the cards is tricky because they haven’t been posted. They were printed by “William Lewis (Printers) Ltd., 43, Penarth Road, Cardiff.” Some quick research tells me that William Lewis died in … more…

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