The Resolven Hanging Basket Competition in 2018 was a bloomin’…. success once again. The wonderful sunny weather of recent weeks ensured that the entries were many and varied, although the dry conditions proved to be a challenge for some entrants. The judging was done by Mr Mark Cunningham of Neath Port Talbot College Horticultural Department, […]
The following is information from the Mid and West Wales FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE HOME FIRE SAFETY Most fires in the home can be prevented, by taking some basic and common sense precautions. By following the guidance shown here, you will substantially reduce the chances of fire harming you, your family or your home. […]
A ‘Red Kite Stage’ at Resolven On 24th June the 2018 Pirelli MSA Welsh Forest Rally Championships moved into the second half of the season with the Red Kite Stages. The series has generated a record number of entries and produced a tight battle for the overall title. The return of these classic stages of […]
The following text is supplied by: Work has started on a new purpose-built £3.3m centre on a regeneration site in Vale of Neath, which will relocate the Vale of Neath Practice, D.R. Cecil Jones Pharmacy and Health Board Services. The development of this impressive and innovative 1,664 sq m scheme, developed by […]
STAN AT 90 YEARS YOUNG Stan Crawley is regarded by many as having Resolven roots, after spending over 60 years in Resolven, but he was brought up four miles up the valley in ‘the Lamb’ in Glynneath. Born on 13th January 1928, one of five children, he had three brothers, Alwyn, Edwin and Dai and […]
These are a few of the many festive lights that are displayed and enjoyed by us all in and around the homes in the Resolven area, before they are taken down and put away for another year. […]
NEW LOCAL HISTORY BOOK LAUNCHED IN RESOLVEN The following is a profile of the talented author William Alun Willis. William was born and brought up in the village and is a true Resolven boy. He is well known to many as his family kept the local post office. He left the village for a while […]
REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY AT RESOLVEN The annual Sunday Remembrance Service was held at St. David’s Church Hall at 10.30a.m on 12th November 2017. The Service this year was conducted by Father Andrew Davies and the Flag Bearer standing proudly beside him was Mr Ashley Philbrick. Before Father Andrew commenced the Service, he stated that he […]
Resolven Bowls Club rounded off their season in magnificent fashion by winning the inaugural ‘Barry Bowl’ tournament in the season ending finals day […]