Post from the Past

December 22, 2022

Copyright John Thomas – National Library of Wales

Our history researchers publish regular local heritage pamphlets. These pamphlets feature local heritage stories, with a different theme for each edition. Click on the links below to read previous editions…

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Ogwr History Month – September 2024

21 August 2024

September brings a month of free history activities as part of the inaugural ‘Ogwr History Month’. Throughout the month there will be free history talks, walks and displays across Bridgend

LGBTQ Timeline – Bridgend Edition

22 December 2022

We are proud to host the Bridgend County edition of the LGBTQ timeline, as part of the development of a LGBTQ timeline for the 22 counties across Wales. This timeline

Christopher Williams 150

22 December 2022

Born in Commercial Street, Maesteg, on 7 January 1873, we will celebrate renowned artist Christopher Williams throughout 2023. Williams painted royalty as well as the famous Battle of Mametz Wood,