Follow @mytongwynlais As 2015 draws to a close we look back on a year in Tongwynlais. We spent a good portion of the year following the general election candidates and took some time off to redesign the site. But we still managed to bring you breaking news and some interesting stories. Take a look at … more…
Local photographer Will Snoad very kindly offered to photograph the Tongwynlais Winter Fayre. Will is a film maker, photographer and special effects artist. He got in touch after I used one of his images for the Sunset Fayre. I always struggle to get good photos at these events because I’m normally on a stall or … more…
To keep the kids entertained while you wait for Santa, the TON Group are running a colouring and drawing competition. Located just outside the village hall, the group will have tables and supplies for children to colour in the snowy Tongwynlais scene or, for older children, create their own masterpiece. The Holiday Inn have very … more…
Merthyr Road will be closed from the zebra crossing opposite the school to the zebra crossing opposite the Lewis for the Winter Fayre. The road will be closed from 4:15pm to 10:00pm on Thursday 26th November so make sure you come into the village from the right end. Read our what’s on guide for all … more…
Against all odds, I’ve struggled on for another year! Here’s a self indulgent look back at the highlights of the last twelve months. I kicked off August with an exclusive look at some amazing Lego castles, including our very own Castell Coch. This story was picked up by Wales Online, I got a mention in … more…
We want children up to the age of 16 to write something about the village to be published on Tongwynlais.com. If there’s sufficient interest we’ll organise some prizes and it may be possible for all children to earn time credits for taking part. Let us know on our Facebook page if your children would be … more…
I've just discovered this website and found the railway article was fascinating. Looking forward to learning more about the history…