Gowerton, c.1955
Photo ref: G152003
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Photo ref: G152003
Photo of Gowerton, c.1955

More about this scene

In this view we are looking towards the level crossing and Dunraven Terrace. The signals and level crossing gates were operated from the signal box. After the line from Swansea to Pontarddulais was closed in 1965, the gates, signals and foot- bridge were removed.

A Selection of Memories from Gowerton

For many years now, we've been inviting visitors to our website to add their own memories to share their experiences of life as it was, prompted by the photographs in our archive. Here are some from Gowerton

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Can someone tell me where in Gowerton Mensen Road is. I lived in Gowerton until 1971. This looks like Mansel Street to me.
I was thrilled to see your photo of Cecil Road as the houses on the left are in Hill Street and my Grandmother lived at number 2, the left hand house. I have very Happy Memories of holidays with 'Mam' at Hill Street. My Dad, Dudley Williams was born a Hill Street along with his 7 siblings. The Williams family were very much a part of Gowerton life at the turn of the last century. My Great Grandfather, John Williams, lived ...see more