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Criccieth, The Castle 1930
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This resort on the south side of the Llyn peninsula became popular in Victorian times and has remained so ever since. The two sandy beaches are separated by a headland crowned by a Norman castle, developed by Edward I. The statesman Lloyd George (1863-1945) was born in the nearby village of Llanystumdwy, and Criccieth has inevitably become associated with him. The castle was originally a Welsh stronghold fortified by Llewelyn the Great and his sons, but it fell into English hands and was rebuilt in 1285 by Edward I.

An extract from North Wales Photographic Memories.

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A Selection of Memories from Criccieth

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 Criccieth

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Haul A Gwynt Criccieth
Some months after I spent a holiday at Bryn Awelon, my aunt and uncle, Mary [Mamie] and John Herbertson, purchased their home, Haul a Gwynt, overlooking Criccieth Castle and Cardigan Bay. It was a delightful home, which can now be rented, and I noticed on the website that it is still beautifully maintained. My memories of this delightful home will stay with me forever. My brother and I used to disappear ...see more
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Added 28 December 2010

Zosia
Just a short note to say that I also remember Zosia Starzecka... I worked with her in the bank in Pwllheli in the early 1970s and have not seen her since then. Maybe I'll call to see her in Criccieth soon?
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Message To Lorna Enslin
Lorna, I saw your message and realised that you must have stayed in my Nain's cottage at Bryn Awelon. I was ther yesterday speaking to my Aunt who is trying to work out who you are. I remember Sosia too - she has recently returned to live in Criccieth as she has lost her husband. This is what my Aunt has heard I havn't made any more enquries yet. She believes she is living in her mothers house near ...see more
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