The Ford Popular was produced between
1953 and 1962 and powered by a Ford Sidevalve 1172 cc four
cylinder engine. Total production exceeded 150,000 cars and in
1953 would of cost between £360 and £395.
.. Croesyceiliog ..
.. Photos, Past & Present ..
.. The Highway ..
.. Croesyceiliog Infant and junior School - The Highway ..
.. Class 1 old Croesyceiliog Infants School circa 1926 ..
Photograph contributed by Judith Seys (nee Butler)
.. Croesyceiliog - Dance group 1950 ..
The dance group was run by Kitty Pearse
Photograph contributed by Judith Seys (nee Butler) "I am the tallest girl in the 2nd row from the back"
.. Croesyceiliog Cricket Team circa 1925 ..
Trevor Butler standing 2nd from right, Bill Rowlands centre back. Who are the others?
Photograph contributed by Judith Seys (nee Butler)
.. Upper Cock Inn on the right, Croesyceiliog circa 1942 ..
.. Upper Cock Inn on the left, Croesyceiliog ..
.. This 1960`s postcard scene is of Croesyceiliog shops on Edlogen Way ..
This photograph was taken in May 1962 and shows the steam driven crane used in the construction of the `new` railway bridge on Llanfrechfa Way ..
`Life Trail `
Situated in the Central Recreational Fields, Croesyceiliog, a `Life Trail` has recently been installed (2007) This project was initiated in conjunction with Torfaen County Borough Council, Sports Council for Wales and Health Challenge Wales.
The Life Trail equipment provides, strengthening, flexibility and balance activities, that help towards a well rounded fitness programme before, during or after a normal working routine.
There are a total of nine Life Trail units which are situated at intervals, either side of the pathway which borders the Afon Llwyd , each unit has been designed too help increase participation in physical activity whilst enjoying the natural surroundings.
.. Bryn Eglwys ..
.. 1956 ..
.. 2008 ..
.. St. Mary's Church 1958 ..
Mel Hillman relates: I remember checking the outside when working nights as a local police officer in the 1960s.
.. St. Mary's Church 2008 ..
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.. The Post Office circa 1930`s ..
Garw Row
.. below - Garw Row - awaiting restoration Circa 1970..
.. Cwmbran Development Corporation restored the cottages ..
.. Garw Row - 2008..
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.. This photograph dated 1954, is a view from the junction of North Road and the Highway ..n.b The milk churns and milk crates ..
Same date, same junction, the car is a Ford Popular
The Ford Popular was produced between
1953 and 1962 and powered by a Ford Sidevalve 1172 cc four
cylinder engine. Total production exceeded 150,000 cars and in
1953 would of cost between £360 and £395.
.. The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Day Saints - The Highway , Croesyceiliog ..
..Opened in 1959.. Is this your old school ? if so tell us all about it, your memories, friends, etc. |
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.. Shops ..
watering holes ..Do you drink here? why not write a review?
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* Kellys Directory of Monmouthshire 1901 ( Croescyceiliog ) *