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Maritime Dynasty: History of the Griffiths Family
The story, covering more than a century, of three generations of the Griffiths family of Nefyn, Gwynedd, North Wales, who went to sea. The story begins with the small Llyn port of Porthdinllaen, which at one time had more master mariners per square inch than anywhere else in the United Kingdom. By the end of the 19th century the family moved to the growing major port of Liverpool, which was becoming the "capital of North Wales", before William Griffiths moved in the early 20th century to his wife's home village of Benllech, Anglesey, and the Penrhyn slate ships.
A History of Holyhead
The story of the town of Holyhead in Anglesey, from its origin as a 6th century monastic settlement, to a small port and fishing village, and its growth as a port and town. The town's strategic position on the route between Dublin and London is the main factor in its importance, and it is now a port of call for cruise liners. The attractions of surrounding areas, including South Stack are also covered.
A History of Beaumaris
The History of the town of Beaumaris, from its origins as a castle town, and English settlement. As the county town of Anglesey, Beaumaris was the centre of society, administration and justice, until 1889, when the county administration was moved to Llangefni.The town continues to be a centre of tourism thanks to its genteel air and historic associations.
A History of Bangor
The history of the city of Bangor in Gwynedd,north west Wales, from its origins as a small monastic settlement to a cathedral town, and the present university town and centre of culture and commerce
History of Holyhead
The story of the town of Holyhead in Anglesey, from its origin as a 6th century monastic settlement, to a small port and fishing village, and its growth as a port and town.The town's strategic position on the route between Dublin and London is the main factor in its importance, and it is now a port of call for cruise liners.The attractions of surrounding areas, including South Stack are also covered.
History of Amlwch
The history of the town of Amlwch on the north coast of Anglesey, North Wales. The discovery of a large deposit of copper on nearby Parys Mountain transformed a quiet hamlet into a thriving industrial centre and port, with the attendant prosperity and social problems. The cultural, religious and educational life of the town is also addressed.
Revivals in Caernarfonshire
Revivals of religion have been a feature of Welsh history from the mid 18th century until 1905, starting with the influence of the early Methodists (originally an Evangelical movement within the Anglican church), although Caernarfonshire, unlike Anglesey, had some remnants of Puritan influence. This book traces the origins of revivals in one Welsh county and looks at some of the personalities and phenomena associated with these outpourings of God's Holy Spirit.
History of Bangor
The history of the city of Bangor in Gwynedd,north west Wales, from its origins as a small monastic settlement to a cathedral town, and the present university town and centre of culture and commerce
History of Conwy
The story of the town of Conwy in North Wales, from its origin as a monastery founded in an uninhabited location to the present day. Edward I saw the strategic potential of the location, as it controlled the estuary of the Conwy river, so founded a castle, with its associated English settlement. The colourful story includes the betrayal of Richard II, the audacious hijacking of the castle on April Fool's Day 1401, and a Royalist Archbishop who helped the Roundheads in taking the town and castle. Travel and transport are another major theme for the town's history, being a port, and also a vital link for travellers across North Wales, who needed to cross the river. While the castle and the town walls are an obvious attraction, being a World Heritage Site, the medieval Aberconwy House, and the Elizabethan Plas Mawr are also a must for history buffs.
Crossing the Menai Strait
The village of Newborough has a rich history, which includes the ruins of a medieval princely residence and the shrine of the Welsh equivalent of St Valentine. In the 16th century it enjoyed a brief spell as the county town, a status which later attracted whispers of political influence by a foreign power, and by the 18th century it was involved in a political wrangling with its rival, Beaumaris. The growing of marram grass to prevent the engulfing of the village's lands by drifting sand led to an unusual cottage industry.The village also had a rich maritime heritage due to its proximity to the sea, and the convenient coves on Llanddwyn island.
