Nostalgic memories of Griffydam's local history

Share your own memories of Griffydam and read what others have said

For many years now, we've been inviting visitors to our web site to add their own memories to share their experiences of life as it was when the photographs in our archive were taken. From brief one-liners explaining a little bit more about the image depicted, to great, in-depth accounts of a childhood when things were rather different than today (and everything inbetween!). We've had many contributors recognising themselves or loved ones in our photographs.

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My name is Sue, I was raised in Griffydam. My mum, dad and sister lived at the Monkey Tree House on Elder Lane. My mum was the lollipop lady at the village school and my dad worked at Breedon quarry. My dad has now passed away but mum is still with us. Lots of happy memories and I will write a book one day for all to share. Would be good to hear from anyone with their memories. Sue (nee Dimmock).
My grandmother Hannah Lavinia Holland (also known as Lavinia Hannah Holland), was born and raised in Griffydam - she was born in 1897. Her Mother was Annie, and father was James Holland. He was a miner by trade. Her siblings were; Gertie, Louise, Jack and James. If anyone has any information about this family, I would love to hear more.
My dad came from Griffydam, next door but one to the chapel. Next door was Alf Platts (I think) it was Edie as well Benny Stone kept the Griffin pub. Sammy(?) lived opposite with his handlebar tash. My dad was Thomas Hill - he had two brothers, George and Eric, and two sisters, Annie & Flo.
My 2 brothers and myself lived in Griffydam, my name is Hilary, my 2 brothers are Brian and David, we were the Sharpe family. My dad Frank worked at New Lount Colliery, my mum Ena stayed at home to bring us up. We played in the fields near Kidgers pond, the meadows, the counries and Griffy Well, life was wonderful, we spent many hours playing. We went to the Sunday School every week and the primary school, ...see more