Sully History Sully (Sili) is a place where the countryside meets the sea located between Penarth and Barry on the south Wales coastline. I grew up in the village of Sully, living on a housing estate between Cog Road and South Road built as part of the housing expansion of the 1980s/90s. A mix of farmers […]
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Where is Tewkesbury? Tewkesbury is an historic riverside town in Gloucestershire, England. The town is known for its Abbey, Medieval streets and yearly ‘Mop Fair’. The town oozes history and there are plenty of plaques to accompany a walk around the town. Spots to stop include the Town Hall and Cross House. Town Hall The
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Where is Evesham? The ancient market town of Evesham sits within a loop of the River Avon in Worcestershire. At the heart of the town once stood Evesham Abbey, now a ruin set within a park. The History of Evesham Abbey and Bell Tower Evesham Abbey was founded around 700 AD by St Egwin. It
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History of Llanmaes Llan-maes – Llanfaes is a small village near Llantwit Major. Llanmaes has a long history of settlement. In 2003 a hoard of metal objects found locally pointed to settlement dating from the Bronze Age through to the Roman period. The site consisted of a complex of prehistoric timber roundhouses some dating from
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Where is St Athan? St Athan – Saint Tathan is a village located between the towns of Barry and Llantwit Major in the Vale of Glamorgan. It was once known as Llandathan in records beginning as early as 1291 with the local church dating to the 13th/14th century. It is annexed to the small village
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St Donats, Where is it? St Donats – Saint Dunwyd is a village located just west of Llantwit Major. It is named after the 6th-century saint, Dunwyd, a friend of Saint Cadoc. The village is known for its 12th century castle which is now home to Atlantic College (an international boarding school) and Arts Centre.
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Heritage Hiker’s Guide to Cowbridge. A short guide including the history of the town and its heritage. Includes walks and up to date visitor information.
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Ewenny Priory, St Michael’s Church, Ewenny Pottery history and walks. Including up to date information on visiting.
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Caer Dynnaf Hillfort, St Quentin’s Castle and more.. includes walks and up to date visitor information.
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