Old photos from the archive

[Hugo]

You're correct DVT they did go to the Chinese community in Liverpool to get the children.    I'm not certain but I think some of the scenes were filmed by the Sygun Copper Mine in Beddgelert.       It's a great film to watch though

[SteveH]

A look back at an iconic landmark in the region - the North Wales Hospital...

The asylum at Denbigh was the first built in Wales in response to the County Asylums Act 0f 1808.

Until then, Welsh pauper lunatics had not only the afflictions of their particular illness, but also being confined to existing asylums in England, suffering the additional hardship of being far from home, friends and family, but also in most cases, of being completely unable to communicate with those around them due to the language barrier.

cont and photo gallery  https://www.northwalespioneer.co.uk/news/20615068.history-future-north-wales-hospital/

[SteveH]

Anglesey museum's treasure trove of images captures history of famous bridges and captivates TV star

The centre celebrates the Menai and Britannia bridges that span the Menai Strait.

The museum celebrates the Menai Suspension and Britannia Bridges. Based at the Telford Centre the museum reveals the fascinating stories of the two bridges spanning the Menai Strait.

Read more https://www.dailypost.co.uk/news/north-wales-news/anglesey-museums-treasure-trove-images-24747275

[SteveH]

The North Wales beach huts that were a hit in Victorian times - and they weren't in Abersoch
According to a book on the area, they would likely have been hired for a small fee

But in the Victorian era, there were plenty of other places where one could settle down in a bathing hut during a trip to the seaside. A photograph taken in Deganwy shows that visitors to the Conwy community could enjoy the comfort of a beach hut back in Victorian times.

cont https://www.dailypost.co.uk/news/north-wales-news/north-wales-beach-huts-were-24774500?IYA-reg=49560bcd-5a9c-47f0-8fc5-ba2e71710589

[SteveH]

Theatres in North Wales in past years
This week we look at memories involving drama venues across the region

NEVER WORK WITH...: Mick, a six-year-old blue merle dog, pictured in March 1993 with Katie Garston (who played Annie), and Nicki Jones, was chosen for the part of the stray dog Sandy in Colwyn Bay Light Opera's production of Annie. However, even after four months of rehearsals Mick still did not respond to his stage name, and was liable to wander off towards the audience

I recall back in the 80's a Xmas production that my daughter was in, asked if they could use our two Irish Setters in a [How much is that doggie in the window scene], result mayhem, barking at the audience and general running around, hilarious.

cont / photo gallery https://www.inyourarea.co.uk/news/theatres-in-north-wales-in-past-years/

[SteveH]

First to final North Wales visits 25 years after Princess Diana's death
Photographs show how the people's princess touched the lives of North Wales people on this milestone anniversary

cont/photo gallery  https://www.dailypost.co.uk/news/nostalgia/gallery/princess-diana-death-25-years-24885923?IYA-reg=49560bcd-5a9c-47f0-8fc5-ba2e71710589

Princess Diana and Prince Charles visiting Colwyn Bay in July 1985

[SteveH]

HM Queen Elitabeth 11        1926 - 2022   

A life in pictures

On the news that the Queen has passed away, we look back at her life and work supporting our communities.

Gallery https://www.inyourarea.co.uk/news/the-queen-a-life-in-pictures/


Queen Elizabeth II: 30 pictures of the monarch in North Wales

Gallery https://www.dailypost.co.uk/news/nostalgia/queen-elizabeth-ii-30-pictures-24966332?IYA-reg=49560bcd-5a9c-47f0-8fc5-ba2e71710589

[SteveH]

Stunning never-before seen images of Queen Elizabeth show her taking solo drive to church, attending Churchill's funeral, watching US football game, and overseeing son Charles' investiture as Prince of Wales

photos https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11198715/Rarely-seen-images-Queen-Elizabeth-moments-extraordinary-life.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490&IYA-reg=49560bcd-5a9c-47f0-8fc5-ba2e71710589

[SteveH]

THIS week?s Nostalgia looks back at the  once a favourite of the North Wales coast.

The pier was opened in 1900, and was extended to a length of 227 metres three years later.

The first two pavilions to be built on the pier were destroyed by fires, along with the bijou theatre that stood there.

A third pavilion was built in 1934, and in the 1970s was enhanced to offer nightclub and amusement arcade entertainment, as the pier became a hub of community activity.

cont plus photo gallery   https://www.northwalespioneer.co.uk/news/22039059.pier-ing-celebrated-past-familiar-former-seafront-landmark/?ref=rss&IYA-reg=49560bcd-5a9c-47f0-8fc5-ba2e71710589

[SteveH]

THIS week?s Nostalgia takes a look at the Llandudno Promenade, and the huge role it has played in the history of Llandudno.

Running for almost two miles, the Llandudno Promenade has long been the main feature of the popular Victorian resort.

Lined with hotels, including St George?s, The Imperial, Chatsworth House, the Esplanade and Pebble House, it offers guests a stunning view of the sea and Llandudno sands.

cont https://www.northwalespioneer.co.uk/news/22638742.taking-stroll-history-llandudno-promenade/

[SteveH]

A look back at schooldays in North Wales in past years

 *cycle*This week we pay a visit to a time that is often considered the happiest days of our lives

Photo Gallery      https://www.inyourarea.co.uk/news/a-look-back-at-schooldays-in-north-wales-in-past-years/

[SteveH]

Pantomimes in North Wales in past years
This week's selection of pictures invokes a favourite festive tradition at local theatres.

Gallery https://www.inyourarea.co.uk/news/pantomimes-in-north-wales-in-past-years/

[SteveH]

A world-first steam powered submarine lay hidden in deep dark waters off the North Wales coast for more than a century. Contrary to its Latin name meaning "I shall rise again," the Resurgam submarine sank on its maiden voyage off the coast of Rhyl in 1880.

Its final resting place remained a mystery for more than a century, and many feared its location would never be revealed. However, in 1995, 115 years after it was last seen, the sub was discovered 50ft below the surface.

The 45ft-long vessel was designed and built by Reverand George Garnett in Birkenhead in 1879. It cost around ?1,500 to build - a mammoth sum in Victorian times.

cont https://www.dailypost.co.uk/news/north-wales-news/world-first-submarines-mysterious-fate-25665733

[SteveH]

The coldest day in UK history turned Welsh homes into igloos and froze waterfalls
It might be feeling cold at the moment - but it's nothing compared to 'The Big Snow' of 1982

To put it mildly, it's been a chilly week here in North Wales as temperatures plunged below freezing. The temperatures have dropped to as low as -8C in some parts, which played havoc with our roads and pavements and forced some schools in our regions to close.

On January 10, 1982, the UK experienced a cold like no other, -27.2C to be exact. That's almost twice as cold as your freezer, and more than three times as cold as it has been this week.

cont https://www.dailypost.co.uk/news/north-wales-news/coldest-day-uk-history-turned-25760668


And a link from a past post.........

Two bitter winters which saw rivers freeze and snow fall for 36 hours solid
Two winters 20 years apart saw blizzards, power lines brought down and beaches turn to ice

More Photos  https://www.dailypost.co.uk/news/nostalgia/gallery/two-bitter-winters-saw-rivers-22424850

[Hugo]

I remember the snow in 1982 as I lived in Dyserth at the time and couldn't get my car out of my drive for 10 days.    Even then I was only  able to get my car out because the farmer next door used a snow plough to make a passage for his car.
Also the Dyserth to Rhuddlan road was a single track road after the snow plough had broken through the snow drift.  In fact I was driving back to Dyserth from Rhuddlan when a car came down the hill quite fast and was unaware of the snow bank.   His car took off in the air and his car's wheels were level with my driver's window and about two foot away from it but thankfully no one was injured in the incident