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Ffair Ton

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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…

Postcards from Tongwynlais – Part 8

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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…

Postcards from Tongwynlais – Part 7

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Old postcard showing aerial photo of Tongwynlais

Today’s postcard is an aerial shot of the village and surrounding valley. The postcard was produced by Photochrom Co. Ltd. They are based in London and Tunbridge Wells and were established in 1896. There’s no date or stamp to tell us when it was produced but the existence of the Walnut Tree Viaduct tells us … more…

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Recent Comments

  1. I love these insights into the villige history, Jack, your stories brings our past into life. I look forward to…

  2. Jack Interesting read please keep it coming. I'd be particularly interested in getting the exact colours and any understanding of…

  3. Great read thanks. Loved our visits with my grandmother catching the Western Welsh ‘Red’ bus from The Philog to the…

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