Glamorgan Collection

Waves at Porthcawl
A young boy defies the waves at Porthcawl, Glamorgan, Wales. His mother and her friend look across with some concern at another boy on the railings in the distance

Caerphilly Castle, Caerphilly, Glamorgan, Wales, United Kingdom, Europe

Penarth pier, Glamorgan, Wales -
Penarth pier opened in 1898 in Victorian era when pleasure steamers operated from the pier. It is owned by the vale of Glamorgan Council

Barry Island Beach, Wales, 1920s
View of Barry Island beach and Whitmore Bay, Glamorgan, south Wales in summer 1920s. Holidaymakers are enjoying the sunshine while having fun on the beach and lying in deckchairs

The Mumbles Train, Mumbles, Glamorgan
The Mumbles Train, Mumbles, Swansea, Glamorgan, Wales. Swansea and Mumbles Railway Date: 1906

The Village, Llanbedr, Barmouth, Wales
The Village, Llanbedr, Barmouth, near Dyffryn Ardudwy, Glamorgan, Wales. Date: 1900s

Blaencwm, Blaen Rhondda, Rhondda Valley, Glamorgan, Wales, United Kingdom, Europe

Caerphilly Castle, Glamorgan, Wales, UK, Europe

Wales, Glamorgan, Gower Peninsula, Mumbles, View of Mumbles from Oystermouth Castle

Billy Bancroft, Welsh international rugby player
William John Billy Bancroft (1871-1959), Welsh-born international rugby player who played for Swansea and Wales. He also played county cricket for Glamorgan. 1890s

Wales / Ystradgynlais
Ystradgynlais, in the Swansea Valley, Glamorgan, Wales. Date: 1950s

Gorseinon, street and railway, near Swansea, South Wales
View of the town of Gorseinon, near Swansea, Glamorgan, South Wales, with the railway line running in parallel with the High Street

Cwmpennar Colliery, Glamorgan, South Wales
View of Cwmpennar Colliery (also known as the Powell Duffryn Colliery), Mountain Ash, Glamorgan, South Wales

Barry Island, Vale of Glamorgan, South Wales, UK
Promenade and Showground, Barry Island, Vale of Glamorgan, South Wales, UK. Date: circa 1940

Cambrian Colliery, Clydach Vale, Glamorgan
Cambrian Colliery, Clydach Vale, Tonypandy, near Porth, Glamorgan, Wales. Date: 1905

Landore Viaduct construction, near Swansea, South Wales
View of construction work on the Landore Viaduct, over the Swansea valley and the River Tawe, on the Great Western Railway, Glamorgan, South Wales

Wyndham Colliery, Nantymoel, Ogmore Vale, South Wales
A pre-1914 image of the Wyndham Colliery, Nantymoel, Ogmore Vale, South Wales which opened in 1868. Date: circa 1900s

Rhossilli Bay, Gower Peninsula, Glamorgan, Wales, United Kingdom, Europe

Miner statue, Tonypandy, Rhondda Valley, Glamorgan, Wales, United Kingdom, Europe

Taffs Well Viaduct, near Cardiff, Glamorgan, South Wales
View of Taffs Well Viaduct, also known as Walnut Tree Viaduct, near Cardiff, Glamorgan, South Wales. This was a railway viaduct crossing the canal

Penrhiwceibr Colliery, Glamorgan, South Wales
View of Penrhiwceibr (Penrhiwceiber) Colliery, Glamorgan, South Wales. The colliery closed in 1985

BSC works, Port Talbot, West Glamorgan, South Wales
View of the BSC (British Steel Corporation) works in Port Talbot, West Glamorgan, South Wales, with rows of houses in the foreground

Albion Colliery, Pontypridd, Glamorgan
Albion Colliery, Pontypridd, near Cardiff, Glamorgan, Wales. Date: 1909

Union workhouse, Pontardawe, Glamorgan, Wales
The Pontardawe Union workhouse was erected in 1870 on Brecon Road, Pontardawe, Glamorgan, Wales. It later became the Danybryn Hostel

Coastal resort town seafront and lighthouse bombarded by waves during storm, Porthcawl Pier, Porthcawl, Bristol Channel, South Wales, Wales, september

Millennium Stadium, Cardiff, South Glamorgan, Wales, United Kingdom, Europe

Barry Island, Vale of Glamorgan, South Wales, UK
People on the beach on Barry Island, Vale of Glamorgan, South Wales, UK. Date: circa 1910

Pebbles on Nash Point, Monknash Coast, Vale of Glamorgan, Wales, UK, June 2006

Ferndale Colliery and Tylorstown, Glamorgan, South Wales
View of Ferndale Colliery (also known as Blaenllechau Colliery) and Tylorstown, Rhondda Valley, Glamorgan, South Wales

Ocean Colliery, Nant Y Moel, Glamorgan, South Wales
View of the Ocean Colliery (also known as Western Colliery), Nant Y Moel (Nantymoel), Ogmore Vale, Glamorgan, South Wales, with a mixture of sleet and smoke on a day of bad weather

Llest Colliery explosion, Glamorgan, South Wales
A group of men and boys waiting for news of miners trapped underground following an explosion at Llest (Lluest) Colliery, Pontyrhyl, near Bridgend, Glamorgan, South Wales

Male inmates at Cardiff Union Workhouse, Glamorgan
A group of elderly male inmates, accompanied by a nurse, at the Cardiff Union workhouse located on Cowbridge Road, Cardiff

Nash Point lighthouse keeper
Mr Nathan Illston, Senior Keeper at Nash Point Lighthouse, portrait. Now deceased, he was a Trinity House Keeper for 44 years. First published The Sunday Times Date: 1988

Promenade and pier in Penarth town outside Cardiff in South Wales
Penarth, Wales

The Beach, Llantwit Major, Glamorgan
The Beach, Llantwit Major, near Rhoose, Glamorgan, Wales. Date: 1930s

The Village, Cadoxton, Glamorgan
The Village, Cadoxton, Barry, near Sully, Glamorgan, Wales. Showing the Old Church and the Three Bells Inn Date: 1900s

GWR construction work at Pontlliw, South Wales
Construction work taking place on the Great Western Railway near the village of Pontlliw, near Swansea, Glamorgan, South Wales

WELSH TRAM
The large double-decker tram of the Swansea and Mumbles Railway, Glamorgan, Wales. They were the largest trams in UK service

Port Eynon, Glamorgan, Wales, a typical stone-built village in the Gower Penninsula. Date: 1950s

Sunrise over the sea at Llantwit Major in winter, Glamorgan, Wales, United Kingdom, Europe

Railway Station, Oystermouth, Glamorgan
Railway Station, Oystermouth, near Swansea, Glamorgan, Wales. Swansea and Mumbles Railway Date: 1920s

Aberglaslyn Pass, Snowdonia, Glamorgan, Wales. Date: 1910s

Ogmore Castle, Bridgend, Glamorgan, Wales, United Kingdom, Europe

Graig y Llyn, Rhigos, Llyn Fawr, Rhondda, Glamorgan, Wales, United Kingdom, Europe

Cricketer, Brain
J.H. Brain Cricketer - Gloucestershire & Glamorgan

Three Cliffs Bay, Gower Peninsula, Glamorgan, Wales, United Kingdom, Europe

Pendine Sands, South Wales, September 1924
A GWR Publicity view of Ragwen Point on the western end of Pendine Sands on the Carmarthenshire border with Glamorgan, South Wales in September 1924

Barry Island, Wales, August 1938
View of Barry Island beach, Glamorgan, south Wales, summer 1938. The beach is very, very busy with holidaymakers enjoying the sunshine and lounging in deckchairs

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"Glamorgan: Unveiling the Hidden Gems of Wales' Historic County" From the breathtaking waves at Porthcawl to the majestic Caerphilly Castle, Glamorgan in Wales is a treasure trove of captivating sights. Nestled in the heart of United Kingdom's Europe, this enchanting county boasts an array of attractions that will leave you spellbound. Caerphilly Castle stands as a proud testament to Glamorgan's rich history. Its imposing architecture and medieval charm transport visitors back in time, offering a glimpse into Wales' fascinating past. And just when you think you've seen it all, Barry Island Beach takes you on a nostalgic journey to the 1920s with its vintage allure. Gorseinon reveals another facet of Glamorgan's beauty with its picturesque streets and railway near Swansea. The quaint town exudes tranquility and provides an idyllic escape from bustling city life. Meanwhile, Penarth pier offers panoramic views that stretch across Glamorgan's coastline – truly a sight to behold. The Landore Viaduct construction near Swansea showcases Glamorgan's industrious spirit, reminding us of its contribution to progress throughout history. It serves as a symbol of resilience and innovation for generations past and present. In the realm of sports legends, Billy Bancroft shines brightly as one of Wales' most celebrated rugby players. His legacy echoes through Ystradgynlais and beyond – inspiring future athletes with his skill and dedication. Cwmpennar Colliery stands as a poignant reminder of South Wales' mining heritage. This once-thriving coal mine tells stories etched deep within its walls, honoring those who worked tirelessly beneath our feet. Venturing towards Gower Peninsula unveils Mumbles – a charming village framed by Oystermouth Castle perched atop rolling hillsides. Here lies yet another stunning view that captures both nature's splendor and human ingenuity harmoniously.