Old photos from the archive

[Hugo]

I think that it was the Childrens village in Rhyl which was demolished about 13 years after the photo was taken.    I've not seen a photo of the outside of that structure though

[SteveH]

The weird and wonderful reasons Llandudno locals hit the headlines in the 1980s

From a monster hunter to the couple married after the wrong number was dialled - there were many reasons people in the town made the news

Photo gallery  https://www.dailypost.co.uk/news/nostalgia/gallery/weird-wonderful-reasons-llandudno-locals-23774068?IYA-reg=49560bcd-5a9c-47f0-8fc5-ba2e71710589

[SteveH]

MEMORIES
Nostalgia: The origins of Kinmel Park Camp

ORIGINALLY parkland surrounding the 17th Century Kinmel House, the land was requisitioned by the Army for the construction of the then-largest camp in Wales, Kinmel Park Camp.

The camp consisted of 20 sub-camps each constructed with their own accommodation, mess halls and training facilities, all built from timber.

Entertainment was also key for troop morale, with a cinema on site.

cont https://www.northwalespioneer.co.uk/news/20107513.nostalgia-origins-kinmel-park-camp/?ref=rss&IYA-reg=49560bcd-5a9c-47f0-8fc5-ba2e71710589

[SteveH]

Stunning photos capture Portmeirion in all its beauty back in the 1950s
For years, visitors have travelled from all over the world to enjoy its sights

gallery https://www.dailypost.co.uk/news/nostalgia/gallery/stunning-photos-capture-portmeirion-beauty-23869272

[SteveH]

Memories of piers in North Wales in past years
A popular seaside attraction is the theme of this week's selection of old photos.

gallery https://www.inyourarea.co.uk/news/memories-of-piers-in-north-wales-in-past-years/

[SteveH]

THIS week?s Nostalgia takes a look at the Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railway in Gwynedd.

The line dates back to the 19th century, with the line constructed between 1833 and 1836 to transport slate from the quarries around the town of Blaenau Ffestiniog to the coastal town of Porthmadog where it was loaded onto ships.

The empty wagons were hauled back up by horses, which travelled down in special 'dandy' wagons.

Up to six trains daily were operated in each direction, which gave a maximum annual capacity of 70,000 tons of dressed slate.

cont/photos  https://www.northwalespioneer.co.uk/news/20182354.nostalgia-ffestiniog-welsh-highland-railways/?ref=rss&IYA-reg=49560bcd-5a9c-47f0-8fc5-ba2e71710589

The Welsh Highland Railway's first journey in 1923. Photo: Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways

[SteveH]

MEMORIES
Taking a trip through the glorious heritage of Mostyn Street

THIS week?s Nostalgia sees us take a look back at the iconic Mostyn Street in Llandudno.

The street is named after the Lord Mostyn, whose family and estate were instrumental in the expansion of Llandudno and its creation as a Victorian holiday resort.

Running parallel to the Promenade on the beachfront, the bustling street runs from top to bottom of the town, and has long been home to many of the seaside resort?s stores, cafes and eateries.

Iconic stores such as Clare?s, Wartzki?s, one of the original Marks & Spencer outlets, and H. Blairman & Sons once lined the street, which remains a shopping hub to this day.

cont/7 photo gallery  https://www.northwalespioneer.co.uk/news/20220846.taking-trip-glorious-heritage-mostyn-street/

[SteveH]

Family life in North Wales captured in photos that go back for generations
These fascinating glimpses of the past show how life used to be lived

gallery    https://www.dailypost.co.uk/news/nostalgia/gallery/family-life-north-wales-captured-24361029

[SteveH]

I joined British United Airways in 1964, and worked at Renfrew Airport in Glasgow, unfortunately never got a trip on the Hovercraft

THIS week?s Nostalgia takes us back to the iconic hovercraft service that ran between Rhyl and Moreton, the Wirral, between July and September 1962.

It was run by British United Airways through Furness Withy Ltd (Shipping Agents), with discussions the previous year having ruled out Hoylake as a destination.

Rhyl and Moreton were chosen as they had flat beaches that would aid the ship when the tide was in.

The hovercraft started operating on July 20, 1962, and was scheduled to do 12 trips a day, yet only ran on 19 of the 54 days of its lifespan.

gallery ........... https://www.northwalespioneer.co.uk/news/20250617.history-1962-rhyl-hovercraft-service/

[SteveH]

Fascinating photos of Llandudno's Great Orme Tramway and cable cars through the decades
These photos show passengers from 1902 to 2021 being taken to the summit of Llandudno's Great Orme

Photo gallery  https://www.dailypost.co.uk/news/nostalgia/gallery/fascinating-photos-llandudnos-great-orme-24465788?IYA-reg=49560bcd-5a9c-47f0-8fc5-ba2e71710589

Opening day celebrations of the Great Orme in Llandudno on July 31, 1902

[SteveH]

18 summertime photos that capture life in North Wales through the generations
From picnic parties to exploring and fun at the seaside

Photo gallery   https://www.dailypost.co.uk/news/nostalgia/gallery/18-summertime-photos-capture-life-24518400

Picnic on Little Orme 1935

[SteveH]

A history of Llandudno's Clare?s department store Llandudno

THIS week?s Nostalgia takes a look at the old Clare?s department store on Mostyn Street, Llandudno.

The store was established in 1927, on the premises previously occupied by both Arthurs Pioneer Stores and WS Williams, who also owned The Loyal Store on the opposite side of the street.

cont https://www.northwalespioneer.co.uk/news/20588671.history-llandudnos-clares-department-store/?ref=rss&IYA-reg=49560bcd-5a9c-47f0-8fc5-ba2e71710589

[SteveH]

PHOTO MEMORIES
Harking back to the old days of Deganwy

THIS week?s Nostalgia looks at the small fishing harbour of Deganwy, Llandudno?s tranquil neighbour.

Offering stunning views across the water to the Isle of Anglesey and Conwy Castle, the small town was historically a part of Caernarfonshire.

The name Deganwy has been interpreted in modern times as Din-Gonwy, which would mean "Fort on the River Conwy", although this has been disputed.

The town was once the home of Deganwy Castle, now in ruins, which was the capital of the Kingdom of Gwynedd, eventually being demolished by Llywelyn ap Gruffydd in 1263.

cont/photo gallery  https://www.northwalespioneer.co.uk/news/20606902.harking-back-old-days-deganwy/

[SteveH]

The time Snowdonia village was transformed into a film set with Hollywood superstar
These photos show Ingrid Bergman, Curt Jurgens and other cast and crew members filming in Beddgelert in 1958

Cont/photo gallery  https://www.dailypost.co.uk/news/nostalgia/gallery/time-snowdonia-village-transformed-film-24648081

[DVT]

My Dad was learning to drive at that time (although aged in his 30's) and got well caught up in all the traffic one day.

I think I am correct in saying that many of the children came from the Chinese quarter of Liverpool.