A large and enthusiastic audience attended this month’s meeting which featured the acting skills of Deborah John. The theme for the evening was the three night blitz which Swansea endured during February 1941. In a remarkable performance the actress brought alive the privations and dangers of the time, and indeed the gallows humour which accompanied […]
The following are cartoon-like illustrated memories of the Resolven Village Seniors Group outings – ‘Cornish Safari’ in 2003 and The Isle of Man in 2004 which were organised by the late Mrs Mair Arnold. They were remembered fondly in drawings by the talented Neath Road artist, the late and much missed Mr John Rees. Apparently, […]
On Wednesday 2nd October Ynysfach WI joined with our neighbouring WIs, Crynant and Glynneath, for a Harvest Celebration. St David’s Church Hall looked most welcoming with, flower arrangements in autumn colours, carved and decorated pumpkins and a wonderful harvest loaf made by Jean Wilson of Crynant WI. We were welcomed to the meeting by Beverley […]
This photograph of the Aurora Borealis and ‘the Plough’ taken by Jack_Walkaholic. ~ ~ ~ ~
On a wet Wednesday afternoon in September, a large group of the Ynysfach WI travelled to the Melyncrythan area of Neath to enjoy a very different experience of a time long gone. We arrived at a home in Pant yr Heol in Penrhiwtyn where we were taken past the house, to the top of the […]
The Sport of Bowls can be played from the age of eight to over the age of eighty eight and in the last 20 years more young people have experienced and enjoyed the technique and tactics of a sport that is now played world wide. On the 4th August there was a great day of […]
Entry & Activities: FREE Thanks to National Lottery Heritage Fund The Tŷ Banc estate’s annual bank holiday event is underway, bringing two days of fun, food, and festivities to the community. Despite the unpredictable weather, visitors have been enjoying the brief moments of sunshine and taking in the lively atmosphere. One of the highlights of […]
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After their successes at the West Glamorgan County Finals recently Resolven Bowls Club members celebrate their 92 years of existence by organising their annual ‘Festival of Bowls’ tournament with many Internationals taking part. SUNDAY, 4 AUGUST 2024 This is an invitational triples tournament, where 24 teams packed with Wales’ top talent will do battle for […]