History
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1.2KThe Ferret: A maritime mystery
Deception, fraud – and hidden treasure in a north Cardiff wood. This is the story of the SS Ferret and its mysterious...
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896Cardiff place names: what’s in a name?
Felindre, Velindre or even Velindra? When it comes to local place names, how can we be sure that we are getting it...
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1.5KRum and Rhiwbina
‘For Rums alone the Liquor of the Hearts Delight’ Says the Old Bold Mate of Henry Morgan. So goes a well-known line...
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650In Proud & Honoured Memory 2
November 2021 sees the publication of ‘In Proud & Honoured Memory 2’, compiled by Ceri Stennett, that pays tribute to men and...
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2.2KRhiwbina Civic Society Winter/Spring programme
Rhiwbina Civic Society meets each third Tuesday evening of the month – currently on Zoom but hoping to return to face-to-face in...
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4.7KParc-y-Pentre
Parc-y-Pentre is enjoyed by Rhiwbina residents all year round. Yet it was never intended to be a park. Here’s the story of...
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1.6KMemories of Rhiwbina Christmases past
Rhiwbina residents reflect on Christmases past NIGEL TAYLOR The Garden Village Father Christmas Run began in the year of the Queen’s Silver...
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2.6KAncient and Modern
Our local area is bursting with hidden history. Here are some of our local gems for you to discover Treoda Castle Mound...
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3.9KSmarts Garage Rhiwbina
Smarts Garage in Rhiwbina was a family-run business that was a focal point in the village for decades. Today, the business is...
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4.0KHistory on the Taff
From its origins in the Brecon Beacons, the River Taff is a beautiful part of North Cardiff. Its banks are teeming with...
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4.4KLlandaff City CIW Primary School at 50
Llandaff CIW Primary recently celebrated its 50th birthday. Former pupils and members of staff explain what the school means to them Matthew...
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4.7KWhitchurch and Llandaff Through Time: The Pubs
In our historical series, Steve Nicholas takes a look at life in Whitchurch and Llandaff North in bygone eras, featuring this time...
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12.3KClosedown: Broadcasting House Llandaff
Broadcasting House in Llandaff will soon be gone forever, demolished by bulldozers to make way for housing. This is the story of...
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