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Thomas Rees' gravestone

South West Wales

Explore the history of this fascinating region.

Memories

Memories

Step back in time through the memories of others.

In pictures

In pictures

Pictures of the people and places that make up South West Wales.

St Edrens Church

St Edren's Church

Take a trip around St Edren's Church in Pembrokeshire.

The Swansea Blitz

The Swansea Blitz

Three nights in 1941 that changed the face of Swansea forever.

Afan Valley

Afan Valley

Coal Mining in the Afan Valley.

Family History

Family History

Search for your roots.


From the archive

Women munitions workers

Munitions memories

Two women recall working at a munitions factory near Bridgend.

What's in a name?

What's in a name?

The history behind the name

What are the main influences on Welsh place names?

Family history

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Getting started

Tracing your Welsh roots? Pick up some tips in our guides.


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