The 1921 census was finally released in January The article published in Bay last March, followed the residents of Cae Banc at the time of the 1911 census, we can now see who is in residence in 1921. You may
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The book department…
This month we go on a scenic detour with landscape photographer Vanda Ralevska, discover what all those obscure Gower place names actually mean, and hear the latest on why Covid-19 spells curtains for the 9-to-5 daily grind… BOOK OF THE
Read MoreGhouls, Ghosts and Opera
Mark Rees starts the year on a spooky note with theatre and exhibitions with an eerie feel. If you’ve missed live theatre and opera, then you’ll want to book your seats at the Grand for a double helping at the
Read MoreCyrano
Emlyn Roberts-Harry kicks off 2022 with a musical, which is possibly just what we need to lift our spirits. I’ve found Emlyn’s recommendations a great incentive to get me back into the cinema – the genre might not be the
Read MoreChristmas in Goa
If you’ve ever wanted to get away from it all for the yuletide and do something a little less conventional, then you’re not alone. A few years ago Bay’s Nick Smith decided it was high time to break the mould,
Read More2021 – a look back at the highlights
Well, as we round off the year, I thought it would be fitting to take a look back at some of the highlights from the past 12 months. I hope you enjoy… All pics by Guts unless stated January 2021
Read MoreWe are family
We’ve all been there – trying to please everyone in the family, and Christmas is a time that is often fraught with family related problems. This month Liz Hinds looks at family dynamics and how even biblical family relationships were
Read MoreArctic Circle Highlights
Just before Covid 19 brought world travel to a standstill, Dr Rupa Dave and her husband journeyed to Finland with a group of friends. Here she shares her experiences with us. I could hear the school boy enthusiasm in
Read MoreSarn Helen circular
Ian’s last walk for 2021 follows in the foot-steps of legions of Roman centurions and starts in waterfall country at Ystradfellte. It is one to blow the Christmas cobwebs away, but, be warned it can be a bit wild and
Read MoreTruth, Myths, Dreams – Studio Cennen’s 5th Open Studio Exhibition
Heol Cennen, Ffairfach, Nr Llandeilo, SA19 6UH Wednesday 17th November – 18th December 2021 Viewing by appointment: Book your 1 hour private view online at studiocennen.com Studio Cennen is rounding up the year with their fifth and final exhibition of
Read MoreEgyptian Treasures on our doorstep
The Egypt Centre, Museum of Egyptian Antiquities is home to the largest collection of ancient Egyptian material culture in Wales and is situated beside the Taliesin theatre on Swansea University’s Singleton campus. Consisting of almost 6,000 objects primarily from the
Read MoreThe Book Department
This month we delve into the world of Victorian stereoscopic (or 3-D) photography, venture into the Antarctic wastelands with explorer Ernest Shackleton, find out all about turtles and squirrels, and take a look at the science behind all those doom-laden
Read MoreDiscovering Family History through the census + A Georgian Christmas
With 2021, drawing to its close, what notable anniversaries have been ‘celebrated’ this year? The 300th anniversary of the first British Prime Minister, Robert Walpole in 1721, the Royal Albert Hall celebrated its 150th anniversary, the centenary of the establishing
Read MoreBoiling Point
The dinner shift in a very fancy restaurant, in the run-up to Christmas. The busiest time of the year, and the head chef’s personal life is in meltdown, having spent the last two months living out of a suitcase. The
Read MoreBrecon to London by bike
Kim Jones has just returned from Scotland. He, and his partner Tracey, left Brecon and cycled to London to catch a train to Glasgow, a trip that was not only kind to the planet but also good for the soul.
Read MorePanto returns to Swansea’s flagship theatre this Christmas – oh yes it does!
Following a rare year off in 2020, the first time since the Second World War that panto has been cancelled, the curtain will raise once more on Swansea’s most-watched theatrical show on Friday, December 10 with fairy-tale favourite Snow White
Read MoreFollowing your dreams
‘You’ve got to have a dream, if you don’t have a dream, how you gonna have a dream come true?’ I noticed Husband wince as I flung out my arms in true diva style, my voice at full volume. I
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