I’m delighted to bring you another instalment of “Tongwynlais Village Then and Now”. The images I’ve unearthed aren’t that old but they show a unique view of Merthyr Road in the 1980s. I reached out to my regular contributors and they’ve provided some information about Bennett’s garage and Parry’s store. Bennetts of Tongwynlais Bennett’s garage … more…
This instalment of “Postcards from Tongwynlais” features a wonderful photo of the village looking north towards the Taff Valley. It shows the Walnut Tree Viaduct and the old school building on Ironbridge Road. The postcard was produced by “Hardings’ (Bristol & Cardiff)” and part of their “Progress Series”. I’ve got a few other cards by … more…
This news story was published on 13th March 1863 in The Cardiff Times. The village celebrated the wedding of Albert Edward, Prince of Wales, and Princess Alexandra of Denmark. Here an interesting seen was presented on the 10th inst., in honour of the marriage of the Prince of Wales. The members of the Sunday School … more…
Thanks for the fascinating history Jack, amazing how things can change over just a few decades. I moved into the…