Rhondda Valley Collection

Blaencwm, Blaen Rhondda, Rhondda Valley, Glamorgan, Wales, United Kingdom, Europe

Miner statue, Tonypandy, Rhondda Valley, Glamorgan, Wales, United Kingdom, Europe

Flooding at Tynewydd Colliery, 1880 (engraving)
864510 Flooding at Tynewydd Colliery, 1880 (engraving); (add.info.: Flooding at Tynewydd Colliery, Rhondda Valley, Wales, 11 April 1877)

Pontypridd, 1855 (w/c over pencil on paper)
NGW322621 Pontypridd, 1855 (w/c over pencil on paper) by Petherick, John (fl.1853-55); 13.5x22.8 cm; National Museum Wales; National Museums & Galleries of Wales

Trefforest Tin Works, Glamorganshire, c.1840 (hand-coloured litho on paper)
NGW322620 Trefforest Tin Works, Glamorganshire, c.1840 (hand-coloured litho on paper) by Appleby, J. (fl.1840); 39x51 cm; National Museum Wales; (add.info)

Tom Jones at home in Pontypridd with his mother. 27th December 1966

Tom Jones, a boy on top of the world, sings from the mountain top above his hometown of Pontypridd. 27th December 1966

Scenes in Wattstown, South Wales. Located in the Rhondda Valley in the county borough of Rhondda Cynon Taf, ceremonial county Mid Glamorgan, Wales

The Duke of York playing golf, Ton Pentre, Wales, 1924 (b / w photo)
7200984 The Duke of York playing golf, Ton Pentre, Wales, 1924 (b/w photo) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Duke of York, the future King George VI)

The Lock-Out in South Wales (engraving)
1053409 The Lock-Out in South Wales (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Lock-Out in South Wales)

Tom Jones, a boy on top of the world, on the mountain top above his hometown of Pontypridd, Wales. Picture taken 27th December 1966

Fete in celebration of winning the coal on the Rhondda branch of the Taff Vale railway, 1851
Fete in celebration of winning the coal on the Rhondda branch of the Taff Vale railway, Wales, 1851. A print from the Illustrated London News, (23 August 1851)

Strike breaking coal miners in Rhondda Valley, Wales
Strike breaking coal miners in the Rhondda Valley, Wales, with their lamps before going down the pit. They are wearing khaki - colored arm bands with the crown stamped on it

Our Lady of Penrhys statue, Rhondda Valley, Glamorgan, Wales, United Kingdom, Europe

Colliery Pit, Rhondda Heritage Park, Rhondda Valley, South Wales, United Kingdom, Europe

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Rhondda Valley: A Tapestry of History and Heritage Nestled in the heart of Glamorgan, Wales, the Rhondda Valley stands as a testament to the resilience and spirit of its people. This picturesque valley is adorned with captivating landmarks that weave together tales from different eras. At Tonypandy, a miner statue proudly stands tall, honoring the brave souls who toiled beneath the earth's surface. It serves as a reminder of their unwavering dedication and sacrifice for their community. Blaencwm and Blaen Rhondda paint breathtaking landscapes where nature flourishes harmoniously with human existence. The beauty of these places captures both locals' hearts and visitors' imaginations alike. In Pontypridd, Tom Jones found solace in his hometown alongside his beloved mother on that memorable day in 1966. From this humble beginning, he soared to become an international sensation, leaving an indelible mark on music history. The Duke of York himself graced Ton Pentre's golf course back in 1924. This black-and-white photograph transports us back to a time when royalty sought leisure amidst stunning Welsh scenery. However, not all moments etched into Rhondda Valley's story are joyous ones. The fatal explosion at Cwtch Colliery reminds us of the dangers faced by miners daily—a poignant reminder that progress often comes at great cost. Dinas Colliery witnessed another tragic disaster—the aftermath captured forever through engravings—serving as a haunting tribute to those lost underground. These images stand as testaments to our collective responsibility towards worker safety. Amidst adversity came unity; during South Wales' lock-out period depicted in engravings, communities rallied together against injustice—an inspiring display of solidarity etched into history books forevermore. Ferndale Colliery tells yet another tale marked by tragedy—a disastrous explosion that shook lives within its vicinity.