In order to help the keen history buff, we have included a number of links below which will enable you to find more easily online websites where further information on the village can be found. [We are not responsible for these sites, so therefore cannot take any responsibility of the content to be found in the sites.]
Link to Blaengwrach and Cwmgwrach face book page:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/2916966968347470/learning_content/
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People’s Collection Wales: is a free website dedicated to bringing together Wales’s heritage. The Collection is full of fascinating photographs, documents, audio and video recordings and stories that link to the history, culture and people of Wales. These items have been contributed to our website not only by national institutions but also individuals, local community groups and small museums, archives and libraries across Wales.
https://www.peoplescollection.wales/about-us
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The National Library of Wales: is one of Wales’ most valued cultural institutions. As the memory of the nation, it ensures that Wales’ history and heritage is safeguarded for the education and enjoyment of present and future generations. It also provides a wealth of information about the wider world.
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National Library of Scotland: holds a collection of UK-wide fully georeferenced OS maps and Bartholomew’s “Half Inch to the Mile Maps” of England and Wales. Particularly useful are the very detailed OS County Series 25” England & Wales maps.
The National Library of Scotland
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Old Maps Online: draws from a number of archive collections and features a range of maps searchable by place.
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The National Archive, Help with your Research: An explanation on how to use the various archives avaiable, including Fmily History, Social, Political, Criminal History, Online Collections, Lands and Maps to name a few.
https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/help-with-your-research/
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Industries of Wales: A fantastic site by Phil Jenkins of all of the industrial sites in Wales, Brickworks, Railways, Canals, Collieries, Quarries, Ironworks, Ships, Boundary Stones, Mileposts to name a few. There are many pictures and maps of the sites mentioned. Well worth a look.
http://www.industrialgwent.co.uk/index.htm
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Neath Antiquarian Society: A website devoted to the work carried out by the Neath Antiquarian Society. It includes A lecture programme, Research Workshops, Stories, Videos and links to other interesting sites.
http://www.spanglefish.com/neathantiquariansociety/index.asp?pageid=522778
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