History

Clyne Valley has witnessed a history of rural life, agriculture, industrial endeavours and the effects of war.
Our History Forum has been – and continues to – gather and collate information about all this. Our mission is to share it here. It is shared in good faith and provides acknowledgement of sources where possible. If we make errors or omit credit where due, forgive us – our passion for the valley has overtaken us!

Interested in History? Why not become a member (details can be found under the ‘Get Involved‘ section) and join our History Forum sessions where we may have a speaker, a walk, or just an opportunity to share information on a particular aspect of the Clyne Valley?

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Industry

A Clyne Valley Film - Commercial Colliery

A short film describing several historical features to be found close to the Old Carriageway west of Killay.

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History

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If you’d like to share any historical information with us, please add some brief details in the box below, along with your contact details and one of us will get back to you.