As you might know, Heneb has its very own hillfort. Beacon Ring was acquired in 2008 by CPAT and ownership was transferred to Heneb as part of the 2024 merger of the Welsh Archaeological Trusts.

Word of the day: mwyar duon ‘blackberries’ geiriadur.ac.uk/gpc/gpc.html?m…, alternatively mafon duon, or mieri duon. Some useful tips from the Ministry of Food 1918 on how to pick them. But avoid eating them after Michaelmas day (29.09): the devil will have spat on them!

The new school year is underway! Here are the school rules for #LlantwitMajor National School. A bit different to the rules in place at schools today! This is just one of many posters, maps and books available to buy from the Archives glamarchives.gov.uk/the-shop/

The Inspiring Story of Rachel Elizabeth (Betty) Campbell (1934-2017) As a young girl, Betty Campbell was told that her dream of becoming a teacher was impossible. Yet, she defied the odds and became the first Black head teacher in Wales during the 1970s. In the 1980s, Betty

These photographs of South Dock's Fish Wharf and Fish Market give an indication of the scale as well as the different tradesmen involved in the fishing industry in #Swansea in 1912. [Ref: D/D X 13/10,11] #ExploreArchives

Fancy exploring some of Wales' beautiful historic sites, landmarks, and buildings for FREE? This month sees the return of Cadw #OpenDoors🚪 Check out what's on your doorstep ⏬️ cadw.gov.wales/visit/whats-on… #Wales #History

Ivor Davies' stunning illustration of the famous legend of Branwen - one of the branches of the Mabinogi Tales. Which elements of the story can you see in the painting?🤔 #FolkloreThursday

Get a conversation started with the help of our new #HBAHWhatsLeftBehind question sheet! Find it at historybeginsathome.org, along with other free resources to help inspire, capture and keep intergenerational conversations. #EndLoneliness #JustCall

Eliza Pughe was the only daughter of Elizabeth Pughe (née Williams) and David Roberts Pughe of Coch y big, Clynnog. She was born deaf. As part of her schooling at home, she created a pictorial dictionary to communicate with the people around her. This unique dictionary combines

I wrote & recorded this tribute after hearing of the sad passing of Welsh icon Dewi Pws Morris. My piece played a part in Dewi's funeral service which was held today at Bangor Crematorium. I can't express how truly honoured and humbled I am. Gorffwys mewn hedd Pws!! ❤️🕊 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

The eastern kiln-eye of a lime kiln at Abercastle, in #Pembrokeshire. The lime kiln is circular in plan, approximately 8m in diameter, and built of mortared stone. 📸Julian Whitewright, CB_Arolygu / RC_Survey, 19 March 2024 coflein.gov.uk/en/archive/UAV… #NewlyCatalogued #ExploreYourArchive

Conwy Open Doors 2024 🏰 Cadw’s Open Doors will take place throughout September. To celebrate this, some of our libraries are showcasing something a bit special! 👇 ✨ The full programme can be found here ➡️ bit.ly/4e1cMIi #CreuConwy #OpenDoors

Here is a photograph of Miss A Barwell MA, the first headmistress of Taskers Charity School, Haverfordwest in 1892. Plus, a photograph of the first student on the register, Marie Louise Davies, which was taken a few years later in 1896. 📷SSR/2/2 #EYABacktoSchool

Pollecoff's department store, founded by Russian immigrant Solomon Polliakoff in 1893, was a cherished part of Holyhead, known for its elegance and quality. Solomon fled Russia to escape persecution and sought a better life in the UK, eventually settling in Wales with his brother

Diwrnod Owain Glyndŵr Hapus!! 💛❤🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿✊🏻

No name in the history of Wales is more recognisable than Owain Glyndŵr. Despite this, most of his life is a mystery. For example, no one is exactly sure when he was born; there are three possible dates: 1349, 1354 and 1359. But one thing is certain: he was born to a wealthy

Today is WI day! Gwent Archives holds a number of Women’s Institute records, ranging from the papers of individual branches to the Gwent Federation. These catalogues can be found on our website here: tinyurl.com/yjbfytax

Happy #OwainGlyndwrDay. Celebrate by learning more about the letter sent by Glyndŵr, now known as the Pennal Letter, to Charles VI King of France requesting assistance in his rebellion. 🔗library.wales/discover-learn…

Happy Women's Institute Day! 🎉♀️💃The January 1925 meeting of the Llanwenarth #WI meeting began with a cracking motto, "It is the greatest of all mistakes not to do anything because you can only do little". Amen to that #WIDay🙌🫶💃

We love the array of outfits on display in this early 1920s photograph of the Llanrwst Church Tennis Club members. They played on the courts at the top of Denbigh Street. 🎾 Explore how clubs and societies have evolved over time in Conwy County with this collection by Conwy