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Bargoed, 1956-78

I lived at 31 East View, from 1956 until I went to college. I was the son of Edgar Howells and Myfannwy [in fact they were my guardians from 1956 onwards]. My story really unfolded big style in 1992-2001, and I made some fantastic discoveries.The story can be found on HTTP://art-science.com/agfhs/d_auer.html
Dave Howells.
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Wartime Bargoed

In February 1942, I and thirty other children from Northfield in Birmingham, were evacuated to Bargoed. I was taken in by Mrs Parker, who lived with her husband and Daughter, Phyliss, at 8 Plasnewydd Street.
My life in Bargoed was idylic, I had great friends at Bargoed Inf and Junior School, I had the Graig to play on and so much space,  it was out of this world.
Maybe I will return to Bargoed for a short visit. The only thing that stops me is my memories of this quiet bit of heaven may be shattered.
My heart will always remain in Bargoed, God's little acre.
Thank you Bargoed and all your wonderful people.
A memory of Bargoed contributed by Gerald Hardware

Sliding

I remember sliding down the quarry on Markham Road.  When I got to the bottom a man gave me a clout for being so daft.  I bet he would not get away with it nowadays.
A memory of Aberbargoed contributed by lyndon gingell

Swimming

Nearly forgot about the quarry on the Markham road.  Lucky to be still alive with all the dead sheep in there.
A memory of Aberbargoed contributed by tony williams