Did you know that legendary singer, songwriter and actress, Petula Clark, is of strong Welsh heritage? Advertisement For those unaware, Petula is half-Welsh through her mother, Dorris, who was the daughter of…
Tag: 20th Century History
The First Sporting National Anthem
Has it been 120 years already? 120 Years Since What? Advertisement Did you know that Cymru has the unique distinction of being the first known country to have sung its national anthem…
Portmeirion, Gwynedd
Did you know that there exists an Italian inspired village in gogledd Cymru (north Wales)? Yes, it really exists and, no, the weather is probably not quite as stunning (though the scenery…
Golf Halt Railway
Did you know that Golf Halt railway station in Gwynedd, gogledd Cymru (north Wales) was, until 2007, named… clears throat Gorsafawddachaidraigddanheddogleddollônpenrhynareurdraethceredigion (68 characters)? Advertisement What Does It Mean? The name translates to…
Adrian Street & the Time He Whooped Jimmy Savile
Jimmy Savile’s biggest fear? A Welsh professional wrestler by the name of Adrian Street, pictured with his Dad in the image. Who Was Adrian Street? Advertisement Street, who hailed from a Welsh…