Special Edition Prints of Aberdare, Merthyr and Surrounding Areas
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These special edition prints of Aberdare, Merthyr and surrounding areas were produced in batches of just 100. There are only limited numbers left, so get yours now while they're still here!
Numbers 1 - 13 are A4 size and cost £10 each.
Number 14 is 34cm x 22cm and costs £10.
Numbers 15 - 21 are A5 size and cost £6 each.
I also have a limited number of greeting cards of images 1,2,3,4,5,6,8,9 & 12 for £2.50 each with envelopes. Each card has "Greetings from Aberdare" on the front and is blank inside for your own message.
I am unable to process payments online so please give me a call on 01685 873667 or 07870 169953 to place an order. Email me at
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1. The Black Lion Hotel and Caradog statue stand in Victoria Square in Aberdare town centre. Caradog was the conductor of the famous 'Cor Mawr' which twice won the first prize at Crystal Palace choral competitions in London in the 1870's
2. The Gorsedd stones in Aberdare Park commemorate the National Eisteddfod which has been held there three times, including the first one in 1861.
3. This is the site of Nantmelyn Colliery situated at the head of the Dare Valley at Cwmdare. Coal production ceased here in 1957.
4. The Coliseum Theatre is a unique 1930's art deco, 650 seat theatre in Trecynon, Aberdare. It celebrates it’s 70th birthday this year!
5. With Wales' long tradition of brass bands, Aberdare Park bandstand is regularly used by local bands in the summer months.
6. Tower Colliery is located near the village of Hirwaun. Established in 1864, it was Wales’ last coalmine to close in January 2008.
7. St John's Church is the original parish church of Aberdare. Dating back to the twelfth century, it is the oldest building in Aberdare by 600 years.