60s
Ruabon to Llangollen by Steam Train in 1964
Dr Beeching considered the long line from Ruabon to Barmouth along the Dee valley to be surplus to requirements and its complete closure was scheduled for 18th January 1965. In the autumn of its days [more]
1800s
Ebenezer COOPER – A Good Friend to Everyone
by Dave Edwards. Ebenezer Cooper was born at Llangollen in 1800 and baptised on 15th January 1800 at Llangollen. Ebenezer’s father, Robert Cooper, was a currier. A currier is a person who applies finishing techniques, [more]
Llangollen & Rural
Chain Bridge Hotel during the floods of 1964
Chain Bridge Hotel during the floods of 1964. Source: Leader Bygones 2007