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Rhyl Collection (#2)

"Exploring the Rich History and Charm in Denbighshire, Wales" Step back in time to the 1950s as you stroll through the enchanting town of Rhyl, located in Denbighshire

Background imageRhyl Collection: The Sands, Rhyl, Denbighshire, Wales. Date: 1900s

The Sands, Rhyl, Denbighshire, Wales. Date: 1900s

Background imageRhyl Collection: Conwy LL18 3 Map

Conwy LL18 3 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Conwy LL18 3

Background imageRhyl Collection: Conwy LL18 1 Map

Conwy LL18 1 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Conwy LL18 1

Background imageRhyl Collection: Sand patterns, Rhyl, Denbighshire, North Wales, United Kingdom, Europe

Sand patterns, Rhyl, Denbighshire, North Wales, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageRhyl Collection: Charabanc Tour - Brookes Bros, Rhyl, Denbighshire, Wales

Charabanc Tour - Brookes Bros, Rhyl, Denbighshire, Wales
Charabanc Tour - Brookes Bros (no.10 vehicle in their fleet), Rhyl, Denbighshire, Wales Date: circa 1930s

Background imageRhyl Collection: Rhyl Sands, c1850. Artist: David Cox the elder

Rhyl Sands, c1850. Artist: David Cox the elder
Rhyl Sands, c1850. Painting housed in the Victoria & Albert Museum, London. From The Connoisseur Volume LXXXVIII, edited by C. Reginald Grundy. [The Connoisseur Ltd, London, 1931]

Background imageRhyl Collection: Rhuddlan Castle, near Rhyl, Denbighshire, 1926. Artist: Cavenders Ltd

Rhuddlan Castle, near Rhyl, Denbighshire, 1926. Artist: Cavenders Ltd
Rhuddlan Castle, near Rhyl, Denbighshire, 1926. From the River Valleys set of hand-coloured cigarette cards issued with Army Club Cigarettes, Cavanders Ltd, 1926

Background imageRhyl Collection: Rhyl from pier

Rhyl from pier
Lantern slide of Rhyl from the pier. Date: circa 1890s

Background imageRhyl Collection: Rhyl / Pavilion 1937

Rhyl / Pavilion 1937
Rhyl, Flintshire: the Pavilion Date: 1937

Background imageRhyl Collection: Rhyl, Denbighshire, Flintshire, Wales - Open-air pool

Rhyl, Denbighshire, Flintshire, Wales - Open-air pool with scaffold diving platform and stands for a large intended audience. Used for large set-piece synchronised swimming galas and shows Date: 1957

Background imageRhyl Collection: Aquashow - Sychronised Swimming Show Participants

Aquashow - Sychronised Swimming Show Participants
Aquashow at Rhyl - Sychronised Swimming Show Participants - Princes Water Phantasy in an open air pool (" very cold!!" ) Date: 1957

Background imageRhyl Collection: Tennal Approved School, Birmingham - Holiday at Rhyl

Tennal Approved School, Birmingham - Holiday at Rhyl
Staff and inmates of the Tennal Approved School (formerly Harborne School), Birmingham, on holiday at Rhyl Date: 1940s

Background imageRhyl Collection: High Street, St Asaph, Wales

High Street, St Asaph, Wales
High Street, St Asaph, near Rhyl/Denbigh, Denbighshire, Wales. Date: 1910s

Background imageRhyl Collection: Beach & Pier, Rhyl, Wales

Beach & Pier, Rhyl, Wales
Beach & Pier, Rhyl, near Prestatyn/Colwyn Bay, Denbighshire, Wales. Date: 1909

Background imageRhyl Collection: Street Scene, Towyn, Denbighshire

Street Scene, Towyn, Denbighshire
Street Scene, Towyn, Abergele, near Rhyl, Denbighshire, Wales. Date: 1908

Background imageRhyl Collection: High Street, Towyn, Denbighshire

High Street, Towyn, Denbighshire
High Street, Towyn, Abergele, near Rhyl, Denbighshire, Wales. Showing Premises of Lewis & Co. Grocers & Bakers Date: 1900s

Background imageRhyl Collection: Marine Road, Abergele, Conwy - Clwyd

Marine Road, Abergele, Conwy - Clwyd
Marine Road, Abergele, near Rhyl/Colwyn Bay, Conwy/Clwyd, Wales. Date: 1920s

Background imageRhyl Collection: Dundonald Avenue, Abergele, Denbighshire

Dundonald Avenue, Abergele, Denbighshire
Dundonald Avenue, Abergele, Colwyn Bay/ Rhyl, Denbighshire, Wales. Showing Shop/Premises of R Griffith Date: 1910

Background imageRhyl Collection: Dyserth Falls, Dyserth, Conwy - Clwyd

Dyserth Falls, Dyserth, Conwy - Clwyd
Dyserth Falls, Dyserth, near Rhyl, Conwy/Clwyd, Wales. Date: 1910s

Background imageRhyl Collection: Dyserth Falls, Rhyl, Conwy - Clwyd

Dyserth Falls, Rhyl, Conwy - Clwyd
Dyserth Falls, Rhyl, near Prestatyn, Conwy/Clwyd, Wales. Date: 1920s

Background imageRhyl Collection: Promenade & Pavilion, Rhyl, Conwy - Clwyd

Promenade & Pavilion, Rhyl, Conwy - Clwyd
Promenade & Pavilion, Rhyl, near Prestatyn, Conwy/Clwyd, Wales. Date: 1920s

Background imageRhyl Collection: Promenade & Pavilion, Rhyl, Denbighshire

Promenade & Pavilion, Rhyl, Denbighshire
Promenade & Pavilion, Rhyl, near Abergele, Denbighshire, Wales. Date: 1930s

Background imageRhyl Collection: Multiview, Rhyl, Denbighshire

Multiview, Rhyl, Denbighshire
Multiview, Rhyl, near Prestatyn/Abergele, Denbighshire, Wales. Date: 1930s

Background imageRhyl Collection: Dyserth Falls, Dyserth, Denbighshire

Dyserth Falls, Dyserth, Denbighshire
Dyserth Falls, Dyserth, near Rhyl, Denbighshire, Wales. Date: 1920s

Background imageRhyl Collection: The Town & Gardens, Rhyl, Clwyd

The Town & Gardens, Rhyl, Clwyd, Wales. Showing the Bandstand & Pier Date: 1926

Background imageRhyl Collection: Rhyl Sea 1870s Albumen silver print glass negative

Rhyl Sea 1870s Albumen silver print glass negative
Artokoloro

Background imageRhyl Collection: Bodelwyddan Church, near Rhyl, Wales

Bodelwyddan Church, near Rhyl, Wales Date: circa 1907

Background imageRhyl Collection: Rhyl, Denbighshire, Clywd, Wales - West Parade

Rhyl, Denbighshire, Clywd, Wales - West Parade Date: circa 1905

Background imageRhyl Collection: The pier, Rhyl, Wales

The pier, Rhyl, Wales. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Background imageRhyl Collection: Rhuddlan Castle, Rhyl, Wales

Rhuddlan Castle, Rhyl, Wales. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Background imageRhyl Collection: The sands, Rhyl, Wales

The sands, Rhyl, Wales. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Background imageRhyl Collection: Boddelwyddan Church (interior), Rhyl, Wales

Boddelwyddan Church (interior), Rhyl, Wales. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Background imageRhyl Collection: The Font, Boddelwyddan Church, Rhyl, Wales

The Font, Boddelwyddan Church, Rhyl, Wales. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Background imageRhyl Collection: Dyserth Falls, Rhyl, Wales

Dyserth Falls, Rhyl, Wales. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Background imageRhyl Collection: Boddelwyddan Church (exterior), Rhyl, Wales

Boddelwyddan Church (exterior), Rhyl, Wales. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Background imageRhyl Collection: Erdington Cottage Homes Holiday - Boys Band at Rhyl, North

Erdington Cottage Homes Holiday - Boys Band at Rhyl, North

Background imageRhyl Collection: Erdington Cottage Homes Holiday at Rhyl, North Wales

Erdington Cottage Homes Holiday at Rhyl, North Wales
A party of children from the Aston Union workhouse cottage homes on holiday in Rhyl. They are seated in a charabanc (an open-top coach)

Background imageRhyl Collection: Rhyl / Queen Gardens 1933

Rhyl / Queen Gardens 1933
Tricycles are popular this year in Queen Gardens, West Promenade, Rhyl, North Wales Date: 1933

Background imageRhyl Collection: Family in a fine open-top sports car

Family in a fine open-top sports car
A Mother takes her two children for a spin in this beautiful and imposing open-top British sports car - a Standard Rhyl Sas. This is obviously a posed picture, as the crank handle is still in place!

Background imageRhyl Collection: Fair / Railway / Rhyl

Fair / Railway / Rhyl
Fairgoers enjoy a ride on the miniature railway at Rhyl

Background imageRhyl Collection: Coach Party at Rhyl

Coach Party at Rhyl
A somewhat serious party of excursionists at Rhyl, North Wales, prepare to set off in the Royal Blue charabanc




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"Exploring the Rich History and Charm in Denbighshire, Wales" Step back in time to the 1950s as you stroll through the enchanting town of Rhyl, located in Denbighshire, Wales. This picturesque destination offers a glimpse into Europe's captivating past. Immerse yourself in history at Rhuddlan Castle, a majestic fortress that stands proudly amidst stunning landscapes. As you wander its ancient walls, imagine the tales of knights and kings that once echoed within these stone corridors. Transport yourself to the vibrant atmosphere Lido, where laughter and joy filled the air during summers gone by. The memories of carefree days spent splashing around this beloved water park still linger among locals and visitors alike. Discover quaint Drug Stores nestled in Gronant village, offering a nostalgic charm reminiscent of simpler times. Step inside these charming establishments and be transported back to an era when personalized service was paramount. Journey even further into Rhyl's past with glimpses from 1914 - boats gracefully resting on sand banks during low tide at the mouth of River Clwyd. Witness firsthand how nature intertwines with human activity as an amusement park thrives nearby. Take a leisurely walk along Rhyl Promenade in early 1900s Wales; breathe in fresh sea air while admiring Victorian architecture lining this scenic waterfront stretch. Capture moments frozen in time at Foryd, North Wales - a snapshot showcasing life as it once was. Stroll down High Street - witness its transformation from bustling commerce hub to a glimpse into possibly 1920s' daily life. Experience nostalgia for yesteryears as you explore shops brimming with character and stories waiting to be discovered. Rhyl is more than just a place; it is an embodiment of history woven intricately throughout its streets. Delve deep into its rich tapestry and uncover hidden gems that will transport you through time.