Hirwaun, The Cenotaph, High Street c.1960
Photo ref: H291004
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Photo ref: H291004
Photo of Hirwaun, The Cenotaph, High Street c.1960

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Behind the solid First World War Memorial is the Cardiff Arms, a public house often used for wedding reception that is still a popular watering hole today. At one time there was certainly no drinking after hours here because both the landlady's daughters were policewomen.

Memories of Hirwaun, the Cenotaph, High Street c1960

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The very first name belongs to my great grandfather, John Ashley. Died 27/02/1917 serving his country and is buried Salonika Memorial Cemetry. Formerly married to Edith Ashley, 3 Cottage Lodge, Penderyn Road, Hirwaun.