Nostalgic memories of Ynyshir's local history

Share your own memories of Ynyshir 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.

Why not add your memory today and become part of our Memories Community to help others in the future delve back into their past.

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I was evacuated to Ynyshir during the last war. My two sisters and I were looked after by the wonderful Gladys ,William and son Royston Rowley family at 11 Wind Street. Could not have wished for a lovelier family. I went to the local school and attended the Methodist Church regularly. Remember sheep waking down the mountain, crossing railway at bottom of Wind Street and walking freely along the roads. Used to walk ...see more