The Spring 2026 newsletter from the Garw Valley Heritage Society is now available.
You can read it online or download a copy below.
This issue includes:
- Memories of Blaengarw from Dennis Merry, recalling childhood life in the village in the 1930s and 40s
- A look at St Dwynwen’s Day, the Welsh patron saint of lovers
- A reminder of the words of Saint David: “Do the little things”
- Dates for your diary, including upcoming Garw Valley Railway events and the annual Fun Palace
- Tributes to two remarkable figures with Garw Valley connections, Molly Parkin and community stalwart Eileen Price
- Updates on local heritage work, including the planned Daniel James (Calon Lân) plaque in Blaengarw
- News about the Society’s involvement with the People’s Collection Wales archive project
- And an invitation to anyone interested in the history of the Garw Valley to get involved with the Society.
If you enjoy local history, memories of the Garw valley, and news about our ongoing heritage projects, it’s well worth a read.