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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Where is Fontygary? Fontygary – Ffont-y-gari, is a village linked to the west of Rhoose. It is 3 miles south-west of Barry and set along the Glamorgan Heritage Coastline. The origin of the name is uncertain but in 1587 it was documented as “Fundygary”. It is set in a landscape with earthwork traces of prehistoric
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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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Flemingston Court and more including walks and up to date visitor information.
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Easy to read summary of recent archaeological excavations at Five Mile Lane in Barry in the Vale of Glamorgan.
Roman Cold Knap, Barry Castle and more including walks and up to date visitor information.
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St Cadoc’s/St Cattwg’s Church and more including walks and up to date visitor information.
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