your comments
Pam Farley-Pettman (was Pam Crone)
I was at Lampeter Uni from 75 -78 and still remember the starry clear skies, the hot chocolate from Contis and the egg and bacon sandwiches from the cafe near the library. As for the drinking...do people still walk the pipe instead of the bridge on their way back from the bar?
Wed Oct 28 10:01:09 2009
Lloyd English Chester
I think this may sum it up when I say I know a lot of the people who have written some of the above comments. There is no place like Lampeter simple as. I recommend enroling on a course and finding out for yourself, the Uni could do with it. Look out for a tall man with cropped hair and an earing, he can tell you some stories!!!
Thu Oct 22 19:55:22 2009
Anna Dovey, Surrey
Loved it, loved it, loved it. Was an undergraduate there 1992-1995. I went on the new entrant's conference (3 days) and knew as soon as we arrived on the bus this was the place for me. Spent without doubt the best three years of my life there, have spent the rest of my life missing it and dreaming of getting back (when I put it like that, that's rather sad...!)Should never have done my MA at Royal Holloway (I lived at home - cheaper). Spent the following year driving my parents nuts with wails of 'I miss Lampy!Word of advice; if you like it that much, stay there. Anybody willing to help fund an Ancient History PhD?! :-)
Mon Jul 13 19:11:03 2009
Karen Popkin Bristol
I was a student at SDUC from 1990-1993. Great place with a lovely community feeling! I loved the place. Loads of great memories and made many good friends. I lived overlooking magic mountain in Walker Hall for a couple of years! Great too, in the snow with the walk up to Falcondale lake!
Wed Apr 15 09:32:22 2009
Karen Winstone Cooper, Bridgend
Graduated in 1984 but seems like yesterday! Yes, Lampeter is a very special place and it's good to see from reading the comments from far more recent students, it continues to be so. Can't believe how things have changed though!! Takeaways?? Nightclubs?? We had disco's at the Dalis Bar twice a week!! And the pubs were closed on a Sunday and had to walk to Cwmann if we wanted a drink. Our idea of an after hours takeaway was scraping enough change between us to visit the Conti's chocolate machine! Just reading these comments makes me smile - oh to be young again!
Wed Apr 8 13:19:13 2009
Chris Warren from Sussex
Loved it. Miss it. Going back soon
Mon Apr 6 09:35:03 2009
Ian Clay Rotherham
Although my time at SDUC, Lampeter (1983 - 1987) is long since passed I still have incredibly fond memories of the place. I remember reading that it wuold give me an education in life with a degree thrown in, very true. It is unique
Sun Mar 1 20:02:11 2009
Dean Cooper from Doncaster
from the moment i arrived in lampeter i fell in love with it, everything about the place is great. If you make a genuine effort with the locals they are charming and friendly. The shops, the surrounding countryside and of course the university are just wonderful in a world that that is changing for the worst. I left Lampeter three years ago, i return as often as i can. When i am away from this beautiful place i ache and have Lampeter constanly on my mind and in my heart. Lampeter has made a life long impression on me and will be in my heart for the rest of my life, i thank Lampeter and its people for its kindness, to Dai,s caff and Contie,s too. I hope Lampeter goes on and will not be spoilt with developments, a little peice of heaven really does exist on earth.
Wed Feb 11 13:54:36 2009
John Reice from Crewe
I miss magic mountain and the hill fort, driving round the lanes to Blaenpennal, rainy weekends and Station Terrace. I can't help feeling I left a part of myself behind when I left, and whenever I go back I feel so comforted. It has been 15 years since I graduated, and I still miss it all so much.
Fri Oct 17 14:33:12 2008
Scott Kelly, Llanelli
lampeter can be ok but theres not so many shops there but it has a cool country side and is really quiet as had been up there so many times.
Thu Sep 18 12:28:39 2008
Anne Nicholls (nee Worth) E.Yorks
I started at SDUC in October 1974 and met my husband in Freshers Week. We have just celebrated our 30th Wedding Anniversary! Do other Lampeter students still dream about long wet Sunday afternoons, trailing past closed pubs and shops in order to enjoy company and a frothy coffee in a steamed-up-windowed Conti's, before Joyce's dried up pastie and beans, and a wild night at the Film Club? Happy Days! I so envy those who are lucky enough to be there now. I hope they appreciate it!
Wed Sep 10 10:20:56 2008
Matthew Bodycombe Kent
Went and did my degree there and my school thought I was mad to choose Lampeter instead of the more well known colleges. After going on an open day though I knew it was fr me. I loved the peace and the tranquility of the surrounding country, the town was mostly very friendly and the standard of teaching from the lecturers wasa first class. I have not been bck since I left in 1999 because of the distance from home but I will have to redress that soon.
Wed Aug 6 08:24:19 2008
Mags, London
Just found this site! I went to secondary school in Lampeter and left for London in 1978. Been back a few times and it still feels the same. Don't ever change.
Mon Jul 14 16:54:18 2008
Scott Edwards from Yorkshire
Lampeter is home for me as most of my family live there...my name is scott edwards and proud to have welsh blood in me and would like to find sum of my family there.
Mon Jun 23 09:09:38 2008
Richard Carr - Bridgend
Very friendly town i lived there for 12 years, loved school there, made lots of good friends. one day ill go back :)))
Tue Jun 17 09:16:07 2008
Simon Tucker
I loved the place so much I ended up living there for 7 years. I had the best (and some of the worst) times of my life in Lampeter and I wouldn' t change a thing purely because it is a place that once you cross the bridge into the town you feel you are home.
Mon May 19 15:43:09 2008
Paul Hedges, currently Winchester
So many responses about a small Welsh market town just shows what a special place it is! Went there grudgingly and sent ten years doing 3 degrees - no better place to start an academic life.
Fri May 16 09:06:52 2008
David Weston
If you were not a 'character' before you went to Lampeter (College)then you were by the end. It is the most beautiful place one earth (when the sun shines) but a bit desolate when it rains...and it can rain. In the first term it rained, then flooded and loads of city folk left because they thought that was all that Lampeter had to offer weatherwise! Lampeter could be dreary if it weren't for the people.It is a beautiful place, I miss the people, evensong in chapel, the quieter pace...Getting married in the chapel... so I've still got an old Lampeter friend with me!!Lampeter gets ! into you and becomes part of the fabric of you. Going back is never the same and probably not a good idea but we love Lampeter and can't quite believe that it's been nearly 20 years since we left.
Fri May 2 17:18:48 2008
Gillian E. Thomas, Caerdydd
Dyma'r lle gore'n y byd i ymlacio!!I go back to Lampeter as often as I can.... second home. I love it as it grounds me.... and I get a chance to see my brother too..it is an unique place... because when I go back to Cardiff to resume my work I am always refreshed!!
Wed Apr 30 09:26:39 2008
Ian Winter, West Midlands
Almost impossible to believe that it's now more than 25 years since I left Lampeter. But the memories are still as sharp and nostalgic as ever. Wherever you go, and whatever you do after studying at SDUC, part of Lampeter will always go with you. Seize every opportunity, and enjoy the unique experience that Lampeter ofers!
Mon Mar 24 22:17:13 2008
Alison, Aberystwyth
Just waded through all the Llanbed euphoria and felt nostalgic. Now why is that? especially as I've settled just 30 miles away!An unique place with a therapeitic atmosphere. When I was a student there someone summed it up,'At other universities people rush to lectures, here we walk calmly, taking in the scenery.'
Mon Mar 24 20:20:47 2008
Sumbug from Pluto
Currently an undergraduate and liked the peace and tranquil surroundings. But it gets suffocating after a while if your a city kid.
Tue Mar 11 09:16:17 2008
Pat Atkinson, Cheddar Somerset
Loved the town and shops, and people (in the main) would like to have name and details of ladies fashion shop, just along the road from the sweet shop, lovely stuff in there, like an Alladin's cave.
Mon Jan 7 08:42:32 2008
Marion Bromige (Stuart),Northern Cyprus.
Oh to come back and rust to death! I hated the cold and the rain, but would exchange the heat for the hallowed halls and streets of Lambed; to walk again in the soggy hills; and to sing in the Camanfa Ganu; and the Eisteddfodau; and practise the Welsh I have forgotten, and to renew acquaintanceship with all things Welsh. But with no money, and no opportunities, I dream on, with the fondest of memories of getting my degree as a grandmother; of seeing my daughter married in the chapel; of singing evensong in the chapel in spite of titters from well meaning Irish friends; and of living in the valleys in the mud, frost and rain - ah, if only. Just a huge touch of hiraeth really! One Lottery win and I am out of here -
Wed Dec 12 09:39:33 2007
Howard Yeend from Northampton, UK
I graduated from Lampeter in 07. I miss it incredibly. I never thought I would. I miss Hags, the butchers, nehar, the bagel shop, steaks from the Royal Oak. I miss seeing the hills every day. I even miss the rain. At night you could see the stars so clearly, it was incredible. I miss the hillfort. I miss my lecturers, too. *sigh*
Thu Nov 1 14:27:41 2007
Lou Miller from Hopewell, NJ, USA
My Dad had the good fortune to be stationed by the US Army at High Meade during the early part of WWII. He met my Mother in Lampeter at a dance and after their marriage in Soar, it was my turn to have the good fortune to be born in the Pleasant Hill Cottages in North Road in 1945. I was brought (involuntarily, I might add)to New Jersey the next year, but more than 30 visits to Lampeter during my lifetime has convinced me that I never really left town! Memories of things long gone are fresh, still. The train ride to Aberaeron, the train ride from Carmarthen. Swings on the hill behind the Pleasant hill cottages. Pop fresh from the bottling line at the Old Quarry Bottling plant my grandparents owned. Salmon fishing in the Teifi. The market full of animals and traders. Playing "pick up" games of cricket on what is now the rugby pitch in North Road. Sweets from Hefin at Siop Fach to keep me quiet. The smell of soft coal smoke and new mown hay. Yup, it's a pretty easy place to love.
Sat Oct 27 10:14:58 2007
Fiona Jones - Cambridge
Contis - oh how I long for the frothy coffee and ice cream. Grew up in this bustling mini metropolis and - as much as I hate to admit it - I miss it!
Sat Oct 27 10:12:49 2007
Thomas Pittwood, Zibo, China only temporarily
I love this place. It is my home even 20,000 miles away I can close my eyes and see Magic Mountain as clear as day, or Sunday afternoon Battle Soc practice. S.D.U.C. forever.
Tue Oct 9 09:14:37 2007
Jade
I grew up in Lampeter and love it.
Thu Sep 27 15:30:02 2007
Mary Lee, France
I was born in no 10 Mill Street and remember with fondness the visits to my grandparents, Elizabeth and John Griffiths.
Wed Aug 29 09:06:17 2007
Vicky Sheriff
I love Lampeter so much I got the university logo tattooed on my wrist as a constant reminder of how much I love it!
Sun Jun 24 19:41:54 2007
David Linkletter, Vancouver Island
Went to Lampeter in 1993 and did not want to leave, met my wife and only moved away for work. Was the start of some good friendships. Still miss quiz and music nights down the Cwmanne.
Sun Jun 24 19:37:50 2007
Katie Birmingham
We moved to lampter in 2003 and and had to move back to brum in 06 for work, we will buy a house and move back. You only miss it when you leave and I know it will be the same as it was when I left. Hello you guys, Saturday nights are not the same.
Fri Jun 22 12:32:28 2007
Mohd Noor from Malaysia
I spent four years schooling in Lampeter Comprehensive School from 1993 ~ 1997. Till now, I still missed my friends and neighbours which I had known during those time. Those four years was the best time of my life!
Wed Jun 13 10:54:29 2007
Jill Taylor, Marple
I loved the place, the people, the fun and laughter, the history and pagentry, the bumpy bus rides, the town and gown, the faith, feasts and friends, the learning and growing. And who could forget the Lampeter Rag Raindrop - but you've had too many of those today. Many happy memories of four fabulous years - diolch yn fawr!
Tue Jun 12 09:26:46 2007
Zarina from Malaysia
I gave birth to my fourth child in Derwendeg, Llanfair Road-it was a beautiful experience- the midwife Claire was fantastic, Beti my neighbour was like a mother to me. The greenery surrounding even make my eyesight better. My children loved their school and keep begging me to go back to Lampeter. Lampeter will always have a special place in our hearts. Someday we will visit Lampeter, for old time sake.
Sun May 27 19:26:32 2007
Emma from Lampeter
Lampeter is always home. You leave but something always brings you home. Best place to meet new friends.
Fri May 25 09:26:09 2007
Rhian and Emma
Lampeter rocks! friendly, homely, cheap drinks, good indian and now chinese, what more can we say. Llanfair and Llandewi are fab too! A lot of good memories and fun times.
Sun Apr 8 10:20:48 2007
Steve Clough, London
Been away from Lampeter for about 16 years, but it still has a huge space in my heart. It's been said before but Conti's Ice Creams are a very happy and enduring memory! There will always be a part of me that wants for Lampeter... I'd love to get back in touch with some of my old friends... Nice to see Catherine Chandler here, a name I haven't heard since I was about ten years old...
Sat Mar 24 18:04:28 2007
Alec Amos from Esgairdawe
We have lived just outside Lampeter for the last 3 years. They have turned out to be the best of our lives.Everyone is so friendly and helpful. A truly wonderful area to live
Tue Mar 13 09:53:13 2007
Yendle Barwise, Flintshire
I am currently finishing my A levels, and after my year out i plan on going to university. The problem is, i am completely undecided and stuck between Belfast and Lampeter. can anyone give me some reasons for settling with lampeter??
From what i have heard, it does sound like a brilliant place to be, but i would mainly like to know what makes it stand out.
Mon Mar 5 10:02:27 2007
Sarah Adams, Portsmouth
I miss everything about Lampeter, the surrounding countryside is amazing to walk through, the whole attitude towards life is much more relaxed (apart from when there was an essay due in the next day!) The Cwmanne is probably the best pub I've frequented - I'll always remember Henk dressed up as a pumpkin on halloween serving us chips.
Thu Feb 22 09:37:52 2007
Angela Edwards, Cathness
Lampeter is a great place to stay because everyone is very kind to each other i came to lampeter to visit my gran mother who lives in Pencarreg and i did not want to go back to scotland because everyone was so good to me in lampeter.One day i shall move to lampeter for good all the best to lampeter.
Tue Feb 20 10:15:58 2007
peter williams from Newark, Delaware USA
I spent one of my summers learning Welsh at Cwrs Wlpan (led by Chris Rees). Our local was the Castle Green (the sign of which translated as The Green Castle); Glyn soon put that right Lots of lockins there, too. Best thing was being able to practice the Welsh language in the streets.
Mon Feb 12 10:18:52 2007
Fiona Mackie, Berkshire
I went to secondary school in Lampeter and worked at the Travel House until 1999. I always thought the grass was greener elsewhere and wished we had the bowling alleys/cinemas/places to go that were so out of reach from little Lampeter. We still had a great time doing other things like drama groups, guides and Llanwnnen youth club. I appreciate going 'home' now that I don't live there! (My parents are living in Maesycrugiau) and I still enjoy meeting old friends in the Castle/Black/Bush etc. You should try doing a 'Power-hour'! The Shapla remains my fave Indian restaurant and I still use the opticians in town as well!!
Thu Feb 1 09:40:44 2007
Kassy, London
One tenth the size. Ten times the fun!
I ache for Lampeter.
Mon Nov 20 10:18:29 2006
Merlin Astley-Jones, Taihape, New Zealand
It's been a year now since I walked the streets in LLanbedr and oh how I miss it. I miss conti's ice cream and cawl (once saw a vegie come in and ask for something without meat and someone shouts "get the cawl", "whats that" came the reply, "A sort of lamb stew" returned the answer. "lamb stew"! "But that's meat"! said the vegie in total disgust. "not here darling" Was the cheeky reply. Oh how we all laughed (excpet Mr conti).
And the best fish and chips in Wales from the award winners.
And the coop. Friendly people like shop people ought to be.
Stephan's vets where the animal comes first, not the bill.
Cattle mart day, when even I looked dressed up.
The fun fair coming to town, years out of place but as much fun now as it ever was.
And as for the pubs - don't get me started!!!!!!!!
Sat Oct 28 16:09:04 2006
Pete from Los Angeles
I'm glad the field was saved from a supermarket. When I played rugby for Ardwyn in the 60's, I remember playing on that same field. How quickly 40 plus years go by!
Check out the BBC News Story about the field...
Fri Oct 27 17:30:05 2006
Natasha, York
Oh Lampeter, how I miss you!
Thu Oct 12 14:20:26 2006
Graham Hurst
Lampeter is great. Too many people only realise it after they leave. It's a magical experience where you will meet many friends and make many memories.
Thu Aug 24 17:29:32 2006
Andrew Edwards, Wick, Caithness
I have been away from Lampeter six years and I do think of the place all the time. I married a Scottish lass and she would very much love to move to Lampeter after we came down for a holiday two years ago. Lampeter is the best place to visit, the people are great.
Fri Aug 11 09:49:49 2006
Catherine Chandler, Liverpool
I went back to visit Lampeter after a break of 10 years and found almost exactly the same - even Mr Conti was still at Conti's making his wonderful bolognese sauce and chocolate cups! I hope it never changes.
Thu Aug 10 16:39:52 2006
John Wilkes (One of many Lampetarians in cardiff)
I grew up in Lampeter and my parents are still there. It's a very unique town, you will rarely meet friendlier people who are willing to talk to you and make you feel welcome. Go to North Road to watch Lampeter town f.c. play for a good saturday afternoon before hitting the town.
Mon Aug 7 09:54:40 2006
Yannis Tjanetis - Toronto, Ontario
Graduated in 1988 from SDUC. So many memories..."King's Head", "Conti's", the green sports paper on Saturdays, footie (bashing the boys from Felinfach, Ffostrasol, Bargod, Crannog etc) school spirit. A quaint town that provided the background for a great time!!!
Mon Aug 7 09:54:07 2006
Diane Chrich from Lampeter
Nice setting, people, food and shops!
Wed Jun 14 09:12:45 2006
Dan Yates
Lampeter is great because you can be what ever you want to be. In some places it can be hard to be that because you get large cliches of people which vary in age and lifestyle that are always around passing judgement on you. That doesn't happen here. Mainly because there aren't enough people to gather large groups! That's the good thing though. As a student, you end up at least knowing the name of most people even if you're not a mate of theirs. The townsfolk are the same. They all know each other and it's rare to walk down a street, even in the rain, and not find at least 10 people having conversations across the road. It's idyllic. Country life at its best. Long may it continue, unscarred by the rest of the country.
Thu Jun 8 11:13:12 2006
Conny from Germany
Hi guys,
having heard so much positive about it, I am seriously wondering now: where should I go to uni: Lampeter or Glamorgan? See, I just want to get my final year done asap as well as getting hammered once in a while, and, almost forgot, important, too: need a part-time job - any chance of that in Lampeter?
Appreciate your replies,
Cheers, Conny
Mon May 8 15:09:44 2006
Johnson-Lairds England
We have just returned from a visit to Lampeter after a gap of 46 years. Instantly we were made welcome. Everyone is very friendly and we were all very sad to leave. Thanks to all who made us so welcome - particularly Maureen.
Tue May 2 09:29:02 2006
Anna via Devon/the Deen
It is the best little multicultural pot of mad goodness and anyone who goes with an open mind and heart will, no doubt, have the best time ever!
Thu Apr 27 15:09:25 2006
Phil Cocking, Lampeter student
Lampeter is possible the calmest place on earth. It's friendly beyond belief and cheap to live (as low as 30 pounds a week). It has its own little quirks that make it unique and is definitely worth a visit and definitely worth studying here. Come join the ongoing party at UWL!!!!
Thu Mar 9 17:17:24 2006
Dave Batty Market Weighton YORK
Dai's Taxi, Cwmann Tavern, Probably the smallest...,night out in Aber, The Ram Cwmann, Good old Phil, Jones this and Jones that with the odd Morgan or Evan. Beautiful proud people who care if you care......Happiest of days for me and the children in Lampeter and Cellan God Bless. 1994 2000
Thu Feb 2 11:44:55 2006
David Challenger - Chessington
I physically left Lampeter 20 years ago - but spiritually I'm still there. Lots of happy memories - everyone should go to SDUC and Conti's to make their life complete.
Thu Jan 12 15:32:08 2006
Giulia Muscogiuri, Milano(Italy)
Lampeter is a special place. I didn't speak very good English, but when I am back in Lampeter I could speak this language well. Thank Lampeter!
Mon Nov 28 19:01:06 2005
Jane Boulger nee Riordan
The fun of the Whores's Bed. Can anyone remember that- a take on some rugby club thing? Coming to Lampeter In 1971 was really scary, but within four weeks you felt at home, you knew eveyone and you did not want to go home anymore because Lampeter was home.
Tue Nov 15 01:42:19 2005
Steve (Lampeter Uni)
It's a beautiful area with a lovely town but unless you have car to get out once in a while you will go mad (like me).
Thu Nov 10 13:11:06 2005
Rosie, Cardiff
I've said it before & I'll say it again: SDUC and Lampeter forever! Long may they thrive.
Sun Oct 30 22:52:29 2005
Adrian Carr, New York
My mother was from Wales Beryl Jones I remember as a child having my summer hols there such a wonderful time which I will never forget my uncle Tom and cousins still live there someday I hope to return there!!!!!!!!!!
Thu Oct 20 03:15:25 2005
Brian Bothomley Seattle WA USA
Having read all the above, I am now completely homesick. One day I will come home to Llanbed to stay, I've been away such a long time. Anyone remember drinking rum and black in the Castle Green, or a game at the 'stute, Williams chip shop, Jones the milk's milk cart, Friday fish van, the bi-weekly mart, running wild in the college grounds! The old haystack and the wishing well, swimming in the Teifi, walks in Five Fields, Falkendale lake and the woods, the tip! Meeting the train for the Wednesday fish box. So many towny memories.
Fri Oct 7 18:22:00 2005
Harry Johnson formerly of Lampeter
The best chips, ice-cream and people in the world.
Mon Oct 3 09:49:03 2005
Susan Jones, London
I live in Lampeter when I was a young girl in a children's home. Went to work in the jeans factory and in the cattle market. One day I'll come home to wales.
Sun Oct 2 13:19:05 2005
Rosie Bryant from Cardiff
Lampyland is the best place ever!I spent 3 very happy years there as an undergraduate and still go back regularly. So many happy memories! Canon Price said on Graduation Day (1997) that "there will always be a bit of Lampeter within you". How right he was.
Fri Sep 30 17:24:57 2005
Phillip Cheetham
The best thing about being in Lampeter is the friendliness and acceptance of others by the locals. I am able to wear my big long black leather NEO-style coat and trousers, and no-one minds. I feel at home. I give Lampeter 5 out of 5!!
Mon Sep 26 22:09:51 2005
Lisa Barnett, Johnston, Pembrokeshire
I stayed in lampeter for six weeks while attending the summer university and i loved the gentle pace of life there. everything was relaxed and easy going, and everyone was very friendly. not only that, there was stunning sceneray everywhere. i am going to university at lampeter and look forward to being back in the place!!
Thu Sep 15 10:02:20 2005
Daran Oswyn Jones, formerly from Lampeter
There is a place in my heart and mind that I keep, a special place that I visit not often enough. I was born and raised in Lampeter up to the age of 13. I have very fond memories as a child playing on the railway, or fishing in the Teifi river, caught my first trout there. My first childhood sweetheart at Ffynonbedr School. Some sad memories too. But above all I think The Small Bakers shop opposite the stone monolith right in the centre of the town makes the second best Welshcakes in the land, second only to those my Gran used to make. Centre of my universe - Llanbedr pont steffan.
Tue Sep 6 23:16:31 2005
Nikki - Sun Prairie, Wisconsin, USA
I lived in Lampeter, with my children, for ten months while I worked on a Master's at the University. We all loved the slow pace of life and the friendly atmosphere. I made some great friends and can't wait to go back (and visit the Cwmann Tavern of course!). Anybody thinking of moving to Lampeter-jump in, the water's fine!
Sat Aug 20 18:12:46 2005
Li Yan from China
Listening these above praises about Lampeter is indeed an enjoyment. Hopefully I shall go to Lampeter next month and I am looking forward to seeing all about it in person.
Sat Jul 23 11:04:31 2005
Catherine Farnham
I spent 4 great years at university in Lampeter, completely loved the area and town and made some really good friends.
Tue Jul 19 14:43:20 2005
H Lampeter
I've lived in Lampeter all my life and to be honest it isnt that bad, although it doesn't have that many shops it is very near to big shopping towns like Carmarthen and Aberystwyth. Also it has many very talented local band like Java and Ned Ludd - make sure if you have the chance to go to one of their gigs you go as it's a brilliant experiance. Also Radio Luxembourg from Aberystwyth are AMAZING! so you got to go and see them.
Check out our music mini site...
Sat Jul 9 20:42:46 2005
Helen, from Buckinghamshire
My goodness, I miss this town. You really never can quite manage to leave Lampeter; something of the atmosphere stays in your heart even years after leaving. I miss the friendly and supportive learning environment fostered by the lecturers; I miss the Cwmann Tavern; I miss the otters playing in the Dulas in front of the student union building.
I feel so privileged to have spent three years studying in the midst of those hills, in a place where time feels as though it’s stood still for generations. And from a pollution-ridden central London job, I wish I could go and do it all over again.
Tue Jul 5 16:00:26 2005
Ed Ricardo from Habana
As an anarchist from Cuba I recall some of the wildest parties on the planet took place in Lampeter in the 1960s and 1970s. I gather you can even see a live play based on one. Dic Edwards' Franco's Bastard? Is it in Welsh? Is Lampeter still like that? The women of the town and of the university were certainly very beautiful. Or was it just the rain? And Cayo Evans played a mean accordion. I still have my cap emblazoned with the insignia of the White Eagles of Snowdon! Is Dave Bardsley still in hiding? And who is in Frankie Newte's tower now?
Tue Jun 21 18:18:32 2005
Jeremy Jones, Lampeter
Lampeter is a great community to live in for both the young and the old. Although there may not be hundreds of jobs around, it's a good place to study and make friends.
Thu Jun 2 13:33:47 2005
Eve from Aberdare
Lampeter rocks! Summer uni in Lampeter was the best time I've had in a long time, I made so many friends some I still see remenisce about the time we had last summer. Can't wait to go back for my first year in a few months. If you don't like sheep this place is not for u.
Thu May 19 14:40:27 2005
Ian Barrs, Hampshire - and Lampeter!
I spent 4 years at UWL as an Undergrad, and now have come back after 2 years for another year as a post-grad. If you can't live without the bright lights and the nightclubs, Lampeter isn't for you. But if you're a student looking for somewhere friendly, quirky and beautiful - come to Lampeter! I made more friends in my first 6 months here than the previous 6 years. You can get to know people, the town and the university really quickly and feel at home within a term. (so at home that quite a few people never leave!). Its a real community, town and gown.
As for the "but what do you do in Lampeter?"... well, if you make the smallest effort, and are prepared to try new and crazy things, very soon your problem will be finding time for academic work, a job or whatever else you're supposed to be doing:-).
have a drink in the Cwamne Tavern on a Thursday or Saturday night...;-)
Tue May 3 12:37:10 2005
Bedwyr from Drefach
Great place.
Sat Apr 2 17:58:15 2005
Helen, Lampeter. (first year student)
I've made some of the best friends I've ever had here, and everyone makes you feel at home. The lecturers don't put pressure on you, the locals are friendly and the culture is fantastic. I feel home sick for lampy when I return to Newcastle.
Thu Mar 17 14:08:58 2005
nigel ciliau aeron
wicked little town with a big heart
uni cool pubs great people take the time to talk to you unlike some welsh places
Mon Mar 7 11:14:51 2005
Emma-Louise, London
Lampy is great, you do miss it loads when you leave, you have to be there to believe it. i went back for a 4th year... Anyone not sure about going away to uni - do it! It's the best thing you can do.
Wed Mar 2 17:40:15 2005
Aoife from ireland
I love Lampeter cause thats where I met my fiance 'Pretty Matt',six and a half years ago discovered Hawkwind! We miss you Babylon Pont Stefan! xxxx
Mon Jan 31 15:53:07 2005
Ali and Amie fom Tredegar
Eat, drink and be merry at Lampeter uni!
We love lampeter so much we're going to buy it! Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha!!!!!
Wed Jan 26 12:09:43 2005
Ste Williams (1st Yr Student)
It may be a small town which is completly unlike where i come from near liverpool but i enjoy being there as its easy to make friends being such a small place. I've only been here since September 04 and already i miss it when im not there.
Wed Jan 5 18:10:46 2005
Sarah Adams, Lampeter (still)
This place has it's ups and downs. The best being that you get to meet and mix with people of totally different backgrounds - you certainly get to make some firm friendships here. The down side is that it can take you half and hour to make a five minute trip to Somerfield because of all the people stopping to chat in the street!
Mon Nov 22 14:46:09 2004
Louise Towner, from Lampeter
Being a local gal myself and coming to Lampeter to study was a grand move. At first I thought 'why am I studying here?' but now I think about it and now I have graduated, I can't think of a better place to take 3 years out to go to uni. The people I have met here are wonderful each and every one of them. Some people may look and think 'where is the Woolworths?' why do you need one when a shop selling everything you need is here in Lampeter. Also some places may seem far away from Lampeter (or even campus) but they are not. Lampeter is a grand place and for anyone looking for something different from the norm' Lampeter will very much change your perspective. Lampeter - a university for everyone.
Mon Nov 15 11:40:32 2004
Lillian Shepherd
I spent the war years in Lampeter, they were happy years, went to school. I still have family living in the area and do visit when in the country - a great town.
Wed Nov 10 02:57:07 2004
Joana Silva from Portugal
I lived, studied and worked in Lampeter for four years and it was an amazing experience. For someone who came all the way from Lisbon, Portugal, Lampeter was welcoming from the first day on and has won a special place in my heart. Lost in the middle of nowhere, it has a special aura, and people seem truly happy and friendly there. Contemplate the sheep and talk to the quirky local characters, Lampeter is worth visiting!!! I wish I was there still!... have a beer in the Kings Head, and you will not feel like a stranger.
Wed Nov 3 16:17:36 2004
Jason From Llanwnnen
I have lived in the area for many years, and I totally agree with all the comments that have been placed, that Lampeter is a great place to live and a good way of meeting new friends if you are sport minded is to join the local rugby or soccer clubs. With them you recieve a good welcome and will have a good night out.
Tue Nov 2 14:05:16 2004
Brycey in Cardiff
Lampeter is a truly great town. It has the best rugby club and local community in the World. I lived there for 23 years until I moved to Cardiff to find work. My friends and family still live there and I return as often as I can. Go to the Ivy Bush on the square for a good night out.
Tue Oct 26 09:11:35 2004
Lyndsey Burgess Norwich
I Graduated at Lampeter Met my Partner at Lampeter, certainly the best 3 years of my life i miss the fresh air and the little sheep farm i lived on Dolau Gywrriddion Uchaf.
Thu Oct 21 11:36:26 2004
Krysia Dalziel
1st year in Burgess Annex. 2nd Year out in Rhos Goch. 3rd Year in Freiburg im Breisgau. Back to Old Building in Year 4. Best 4 years ever ? YES!
Sat Oct 16 22:39:13 2004
Bradley Evans from Los Angeles, CA
As another hot Summer progresses here in Los Angeles, my thoughts turn to Lampeter and the wonderful time I had there in 1991 on Cwrs Wlpan, the intensive Summer course in Welsh presumably still offered by Coleg Prifysgol Dewi Sant - Saint David's University College in Lampeter.
Lampeter is a wonderful place. I miss the many Welsh walks that my friends and I embarked upon there. Can't wait to return one day - real trees with real rivers, streams running through the college campus, and sheep on the hillside. Try to purchase that in Los Angeles!
Lampeter, I shall return one day! Diolch am yr atgofion!
Thu Jul 22 14:16:36 2004
Dylan formerly of Lampeter
Conti's Ice Cream is, quite literally, the nicest ice cream I've ever tasted. Last time I trekked West I made a special visit to Lampeter on a Sunday afternoon just to get one of their legendary 99's. Unfortunately the cafe was closed which was quite a blow - I had to head to that place in Aberaeron which sells ice cream made from bees or something. Which was fine but not remotely as nice.
Tue Jun 8 12:57:12 2004
Lisa Williams 1st year student
Lampter is great!I am just finishing my first year here and I will really miss it over the summer period. I have made so many friends already and at the moment I never want to leave! Roll on September 2004!
Sun May 30 07:15:34 2004
Amy Griffin - Postgraduate Student
Many people have compared Lampy to town in the Prisoner, you can't escape! The town is full of ex-students who just can't leave. It is so well loved by everyone that no one wants to leave.
Sun May 9 15:23:14 2004
Paul & Mary Farmer
We lived in Ffaldybrenin for 18 years and Lampeter was our local town and we loved every moment of our lives there, a town so laid back it was horizontal, we now live in New Zealand but have the fondest and most endearing memories of Lampeter and Wales.
Wed Mar 31 08:03:43 2004
Denis Harvey
I have lived in many places in the UK and Lampeter beats the lot for helpful, polite and friendly people. All the shop staff are so helpful even if you don't buy anything. The most impressive thing is the Medical Centre and the fantastic staff, from reception, nurses to doctors.
Wed Feb 11 20:02:28 2004
Yorgos from Greece
I love Lampeter because my girl-friend studies there!!. Small and so sweety town.I must admit that is a cheep place for a student with not enough money in his pocket.
Mon Feb 9 11:00:42 2004
Neil Jeremiah, Blaenavon
Lampeter played an important part of my life. The people were, are and probably always will be, fantastic. Great deals at the local Pio,(Pioneer Supermarket) Celebration Cups at Conti's Cafe, Kings Head meals, pasties from the Spar and Cheesy nights at the S.U. bar. Lampeter - Small, but perfectly formed
Fri Feb 6 11:39:37 2004
Debbie Llewelyn, 4th year student
Lampeter's a good place to study because even though it's small it has everything - a good library and great night life.
Wed Feb 4 15:35:29 2004
Alexander Staniforth
Lampeter’s great because it’s really cheap to live here
Wed Feb 4 14:53:33 2004
Josh Brown - Entertainments Officer, Lampeter Stud
The great thing about Lampeter University is that there are loads of small groups of students which keeps it really diverse. Within three to four weeks of being here you know nearly every student!
Wed Feb 4 14:52:17 2004
Phillip Cheetham
Even though the town’s small it’s got all the shops you need. It’s good not having too many shops because you don’t spend too much money that way. I feel really safe here, as well.
Wed Feb 4 14:50:55 2004
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