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Random things in a random life
Very occasional blogger, photographer and videos.
Vincents.org.uk
In my seeming annual update of a new article on my website (I really should be more productive!) I bring you something I started on nearly 3 years ago but only just got round to writing up. Changing Landscapes in north Cardiff.

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Changing Landscapes - The Vincent Conglomeration
Ever since humans first flattened a piece of land for crops or dug out ground for a house, we have made an impact on the landscape. These changes can remain long after the original use has gone, and t...
vincents.org.uk
October 25, 2025 at 5:47 PM
This biscuit barrel, was presented to driver Edmunds on his retirement from the Barry loco works in January 1926. His service had started in 1889 which is when the Barry Railway first started and Barry had a population of a few thousand.
@bobsrailrelics.co.uk
July 30, 2025 at 7:49 PM
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Word of the day is ‘huff-snuff’ (16th century): a hectoring bully or braggart.
February 28, 2025 at 6:05 PM
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When you're a historical reenactor and you need to get your kit ready for the new season 🤣🤣🤣 (We've all been there!)

#historicalreenactment #reenactment #reenactor #historicalreenactor #sealedknot #history #historical #kit
January 21, 2025 at 6:37 PM
A “Full Illustrated Report of the debate on The Abolition of Trousers Bill” from a 1909 edition of The Tailor and Cutter

Read the whole article to find out how the assembled tailors voted….

➡ The Battle of the Breeks
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THE BATTLE OF THE BREEKS - The Vincent Conglomeration
News of the fact that the debate which was originally intended for the interest and instruction of our students in session was also open to the trade, brought a large muster of interested parties from...
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October 17, 2024 at 8:15 PM