
1947 West Country Holiday, Part Two
Torquay and the English Riviera Torquay is a charming seaside town in Devon and is a part of the unitary authority area of Torbay. It is located 18 miles south of the county town of [more…]
Torquay and the English Riviera Torquay is a charming seaside town in Devon and is a part of the unitary authority area of Torbay. It is located 18 miles south of the county town of [more…]
1947 In 1947, England was recovering from the devastating impact of World War II, which ended two years prior. The country faced significant economic challenges, including a severe winter in 1947 that caused fuel shortages [more…]
The Elan Valley is a picturesque haven for nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts. Nestled within the Cambrian Mountains region, this area is often referred to as the last wilderness in Wales due to its unspoilt [more…]
Aberystwyth Aberystwyth, colloquially known as ‘Aber’, is a university and seaside town located in Ceredigion, Wales. It’s the county’s largest town, with a population of 15,935, and sits on the west coast of Wales, offering [more…]
Mount Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa in Welsh) is the highest mountain in Wales, standing at an elevation of 3,560ft above sea level. As such, it holds the title as the highest point in the British Isles [more…]
Snowdonia National Park Snowdonia National Park, known as Eryri in Welsh, is a significant natural region located in northwestern Wales. It is the largest national park in Wales, covering a total of 823 square miles. [more…]
In the summer of 1932, my grandfather and his pregnant wife set off in a motorcycle and sidecar for a motoring tour of North Wales. In our last episode we recalled their stop in Liverpool. [more…]
Holiday 1932 My father’s parents were married on 8th October 1931. My grandfather, Elihu, was a 25-year-old mechanic. His bride, Edith, was four years his junior and worked in a wool shop. My grandfather left [more…]
Skegness Skegness is a popular seaside town located on the Lincolnshire coast of the North Sea. Known for its sandy beaches, it is a traditional destination for holiday-makers from across the UK. Its famous mascot, [more…]
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