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Going, going… soon to be gone. Maerdy Workmen’s Hall via Aberdare Blog October 17th, 2008 at 19:30

image Rhondda Cynon Taf Council confirmed today that demolition of Maerdy Workingmen’s Hall will begin soon. Built in 1905, the grand old building was an iconic symbol of Rhondda’s wealth based on the coalmining industry. The local Council plan to recycle as much of the remains of the building as possible. Several local organisations have already expressed an interest in reusing the old stone from the venue as soon as it is razed to the ground. Why not Share your Memories or Photos of the Hall ? Click here for the Gallery of Photos of Maerdy Workingmen’s Hall...

Goodbye Tabernacle, Aberystwyth via Aberdare Blog July 11th, 2008 at 19:30

The Tabernacle Chapel in Aberystwyth was demolished swiftly today. It’s hard to believe it’s now all gone. It seems like yesterday we were in Mill Street yakking with locals about this Chapel. Hat tip to Dan for sharing video imagery from today’s historic scene in Aberystwyth. YouTube Direktvideo link...

Globe Inn / Hungry Bear to be Demolished via Hirwaun Online March 13th, 2008 at 19:13

Rhondda Cynon Taf Council have received a planning application requesting permission to demolish the Globe Inn (also known for a while as the Hungry Bear). The demolition of the building would make way for a residential development at the......