The Four Oaks Restaurant in Eirias Park, Colwyn Bay, had a restaurant, cafeteria, lounge bar and provided party catering. In summer cabaret and supper dance evenings were held which were popular with local people and visitors. More: shorturl.at/7xHHE #colwynbay #northwales #wales #localhistory

The most notable features of the Elwy Road Housing Estate, Rhos on Sea, are the long curved two storey terraces on Maes Glas running roughly west-east to the western side of Bryn Menai and Bryn Eglwys. More: shorturl.at/mfcoa #rhosonsea #northwales #wales #localhistory #socialhousing #architecture

As a boy growing up in the nineteen forties and fifties on a council estate in Mochdre, North Wales, Ray Hughes had no idea that his dreams would one day become a reality

Ray’s flying days earned him his nickname “Skyman Taff”

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Before the late 19th century the land was fields and woods, with a few farms and cottages, and was owned by the Pwllycrochan Estate. The development of the town of Colwyn Bay was linked to the sale of the estate in 1865. More: shorturl.at/RnQZD #colwynbay #northwales #wales #localhistory

To mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day in May 2025 Colwyn Bay Heritage Group, with funding from the Town Council released a new booklet about the work of the Ministry of Food in Colwyn Bay during World War II. Download it here: shorturl.at/77HjR #colwynbay #northwales #wales #localhistory #WW2

The Amusement Park closed in December 1980.

The gallopers were at the Amusement Park throughout. Called “Pat Collins’ Famous Galloping Horses” and later renamed “Barnard’s Golden Galloping Horses” More: shorturl.at/H9DCS #colwynbay #baecolwyn #northwales #wales #cymru #localhistory #history #hanes

In April 1940 Lord Woolton was appointed by Chamberlain for a vital task: Minister of Food. In September the civil servants of the Ministry of Food were evacuated from Whitehall to Colwyn Bay. More: shorturl.at/xisoI #colwynbay #northwales #wales #cymru #localhistory #WWII

In 1900 the Victoria Pier in Colwyn Bay reached completion with a pavilion able to accommodate 2,500 people (!) Jules Riviere and his orchestra were secured to perform for the opening season of the pier. More: shorturl.at/ASQYj
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During 2025 Colwyn Bay Heritage Group is planning a series of visits to notable buildings, businesses and services related to the area’s heritage under its ‘Then and Now’ banner. Find out more and sign up for our mailing list here: shorturl.at/XOTlO #colwynbay #northwales #wales #localhistory

Arthur Holden will be giving a talk on the early days of Colwyn Bay Football Club at 10.00am on Wednesday 3rd September at Colwyn Bay Library. FREE to attend and no need to book! #colwynbay #football #history #northwales

This guide aims to take you on a tour of the attractive village of Rhos-on-Sea and introduce you to its surprisingly rich historic heritage.You can download it here: shorturl.at/lboDv #localhistory #rhosonsea #wales #welshhistory

This week is the wonderful exhibition by our Chairman Andrew Morris, of his extensive local collection. Just a reminder this will be at the Town Hall, on Rhiw Road, Colwyn Bay at 10am on Thursday July 10th. #colwynbay #localhistory #northwales

The presentation of the Charter of Incorporation to the Borough of Colwyn Bay took place on September 20th, 1934. The Right Honourable Lord Colwyn born Frederick Henry Smith in Eccles in 1859 was a popular choice as Charter Mayor. #colwynbay #northwales #wales #welshhistory
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Elwy Road Housing Estate, Rhos on Sea: There is a feeling of spaciousness as one walks around the estate especially with the wide grassed open space between the long terraces on Maes Glas, and the lawns in front of the houses. #rhosonsea #northwales #welshhistory #wales More here: shorturl.at/QhuLf

Free event on Colwyn Bay Prom! Tomorrow, Sunday 11th May.

In 1900 the Victoria Pier in Colwyn Bay reached completion with a pavilion able to accommodate 2,500 people. Jules Riviere and his orchestra were secured to perform for the opening season of the pier. #colwynbay #northwales #julesriviere #piers #1900s #entertainment #welshhistory #wales #seaside