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The Ghosts of Greenmeadow

An old mansion with stormy sky, bats and full moon.

The Ghosts of Greenmeadow are documented in the book, “Old Whitchurch – The Story of a Glamorgan Parish” by Edgar L. Chappell. This fantastic book was first published in 1945. The stories are also recounted by Roger Brown in, “Turn of the Century Ton – Something about the history of Tongwynlais” from 1982. The stories … more…

The Lady in Grey

Composite image of a female figure in an old dining room

A MYSTERIOUS GHOST AT GREENMEADOW Mrs. Lewis Felt Its Arm Round Her Waist, and Other Members of the Family Have Seen It. BY “GWEN.” It is hard to believe that a ghost, real and genuine, would venture in these cold prosaic days to haunt an old country house within a few miles of practical go-ahead … more…

Ffair Ton

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…