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Holidays in The Early 50's
I have very fond memories of coming on a number of occasions to some wooden chalets in Pantymwyn, I think 3 in number. They were in a clearing in the woods and I believe they were used by employees of Liverpool Council. My father worked for Liverpool Council at the time and I remember coming with my mum and dad and 7 or 8 of their friends whom I called aunts and uncles. There were 2 sleeping huts and men and women slept separately, and a living hut with kitchen. There were wooden steps up to the chalets and I have several photos of myself and others sitting on these steps. Simple games were played and a swing for me to play on was built in the trees. We picnicked on the grass and life was so pleasant and simple and the days were so sunny. One evening we all walked to a nearby bungalow for a magic lantern show and I was bought my first lolly ice in the... Read more
Not so Quiet Evacuation
I vaguely recall my late father and mother telling me that the family made a temporary move from Wallasey, Wirral to Pantymwyn during the Second World War, renting a house (part of a farm) owned by a Mr Jones.
It was a vain attempt to get away from the nightly bombing of Merseyside since (according to my late father) they soon discovered that one or more 'dummy' factories had been built a couple of valleys away from the village to encourage the German bombers to relieve themselves of their excess loads there instead of actual, strategic targets with possible loss of life etc. I'm not sure just how factual this is and regrettably that's all I know.
I would dearly love to learn a lot more if anyone can 'clothe the skeleton'.
Leete Race
My parents lived in Pantymwyn for quite a few years, Des and Pat Persich, unfortunately both have died. My father remained in the house for a while, and remarried, hence moving away. I have very fond memories of the village, Mum was very active in the Women's Guild, I think it was called. I remember the Leete Race, and the local pub, lovely walks in the country. I'm one of their six children and live in Italy.
John Etherington Welch Rolls of The Hendre
Maerdy was the estate and residence owned by the Hughes family. John Hughes's will dated 18 June 1697 left it to his nephew William if his daughter Eliz should die without issue. Brother John left it to his 3 sons then Rev T Hughes's daughters, then on to Thomas Hughes of Tre Adam, coroner, who sold it to John Etherington Welch Rolls of the Hendre in 1840. Judy
My Childhood
I believe that my maternal grandmother once lived in the pub called The Rising Sun. Her maiden name was Mary Alice Bellis - and my parents, sister and I visited the village during the 1930s. .
We stayed with family who lived in the Red House in Pantymwyn, and my mother and I attended a funeral at the Church where we met a Welsh speaking Aunt Lavinia.
I last visited Rhydymwyn about 2000 and on enquiry found the Red House which had been renamed Bank House. The green fields that I remembered surrounding the house now had houses built there.
I would be interested if anyone remembers anything about my granny's family.
Colomendy Camp School
I attended Colomendy School for about two years, coming from the City of Liverpool. I was fascinated with all the open spaces and especially the mountain - Moel Fammu. I can remember having great times there: walking into Mold Village and day trips out, climbing the Catwalk, visiting the camp cinema, the tuck shop.
Then in 1949 I had to return to Tiber Street School for my leaving. I am now 71 but will never forget my time spent at Loggerheads. The local people were always very kind to us.
Edward Jones of Nannerch
Not so much a memory, more an ancestral bond. My great great grandfather, Edward Jones, was born in Nannerch in or about 1803. A long time ago!I don't know how long he remained there but I do know he moved to Anglesey for a few years before moving again (pre 1850) to Monks Coppenhall, Crewe. He worked for the railways almost his entire life, as indeed did his sons and most of their sons also. I have never been to Nannerch though it is only a few miles from where I live in Chester. I would expect that nothing remains now that existed over 200 years ago, certainly not the home he was born in. Or does it? Is there any tangible link that still remains with Edward Jones and Nannerch, ie. house, family, records, etc? Anyone with a knowledge of its history or a long family record, please get in touch.
