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Joseph David Morris Price, Stafford UK
My great aunt Winifred Morris lived at Vywnwy House, Meifod and I remember visiting her many times. She looked after her sister Mary Helen Price in her final years. She was my grandmother and died at Vywnwy House.I would appreciate hearing from Brian Morris and J Morris Williams who must be second cousins of mine. Thank you.David Price
Mon Jan 4 09:36:07 2010
Norma Roberts, Hesketh Bank
My GGrandfather, John Foulkes was born in Croxon Row, Meifod. However, most of the family seem to be part of the Llanfyllin area for census purposes and I wonder if anyone can tell me where I could begin looking for graves belonging to the Foulkes Family? Is there just one cemetery for the whole area? I should be grateful for any help whatsoever as I hope to be visiting the area during the next week or so.
Mon Sep 21 11:15:15 2009
William Maddock,Nottingham,
I have a cousin living in the USA names Thomas Breeze.I would very much like to get in touch with David Breeze who I believe may be related.Thomas and Lois Breeze are travelling to the U.K in September 2009 and I would like to arrange a meeting with Daid Breeze.
Sun Aug 9 17:15:48 2009
Julian Moglione
We used to spend most of the summer holidays at Meifod camping & fishing on the farm of Mr & Mrs Wilkinson, son Jonathan & daughter Kay & yes I do remember the RAF helicopter above our tents telling us to move to higher ground because the river had flooded. I remember dads car being a foot in water being towed by the farmer. Mr Wilkinson out of danger, Meifod is a fine village with which over the years i have been back to visit, i hope to go back fishing & camping with my own family great memories of this lovely place.
Thu Jul 23 16:50:39 2009
Wendy Tarver (nee Humphreys) Poole, Dorset
In the early 70's when I was a young teenager, my family used to spend its summer holidays on Mr. and Mrs. Jones Farm on the outskirts of Meifod in a caravan which dad pulled behind the big old Wolsey car. The last time we were there, in about 1972/3, we were very luckily rescued from the floods by a helicopter. Does anyone remember this please. Mr. and Mrs. Jones were so kind to us all - something which left a lasting impression, as did the beauty of the area. We met two lovely local boys, one named Chris (he had a birthmark on his face) and they shared their ponies with us. We were horse mad at that time and it was the best bit of the holiday for us. Happy memories!!
Sun Jun 28 18:25:53 2009
Peter Wright Northwich
I remember a great family holiday in Meiford about 30 years ago. My dad spent most of it fishing the river there where a pike about 5foot long was supposed to live. I would love to take my own kids fishing there, where can I get day tickets?
Sun Jun 7 21:16:37 2009
John Edwards
I am the John Edwards that Howard Tolman referred to. Still live part time in Meifod. I remember you Howard. Good to get in touch.
Thu Apr 30 10:07:18 2009
Rob Jones,Ann Arbor, Michigan USA
My family lived in Meifod in the 18th/19th century, I have been told, at a home known as Pentreco, I believe, just outside the village. I would be grateful for any information or photos of this site. Thank you in advance.
Sun Apr 12 20:17:14 2009
Michelle Jones, Wolverhampton
I believe my great grandfather David Ridge lived in Port-Robert was married to Laura and worked on a farm, he commited suicide an about 1948 does anyone have any information about this for me.
Tue Mar 17 14:18:11 2009
Mark Green, Norwich
My great grandfather Richard Griffiths, (born c.1876)his wife Margaret and family lived at Pen-y-Foel farm in the 1890s before moving to Merionethshire. I was warned that the farm is now derelict/hard to access. Would be grateful for any possible Meifodiam connections.
Sun Jan 25 18:10:27 2009
Brian Ellis, Warrington
I fish Meifod a lot, sometimes twice a week looking at google earth there is a field shaped like a heart just where you turn in Meifod for broniarth bridge is this a natural or man made? I would move to meifod tomorrow if I could. What a beautiful valley.
Sat Dec 27 16:35:05 2008
Douglas McMillan, Lancashire
In response to the question from Jean Pickstock from Worthing, William Henry Pickstock was born in Birkenhead and married Constance Ida Poole in 1929. I have no further information on his descendents but a lot on the Pickstock ancestors.
Thu Dec 18 11:07:19 2008
Howard Tolman - Epping, Essex
I had relatives in the village, David and Sophie Edwards and their two children John and Barbara. I went there for my Summer holidays two years running when I was a kid around 1955 or so with my Mum Dad and brother. Uncle David was a dairy farmer. Still remember the village fondly. I also remember turning lines of hay with a pitchfork, gas lamps and evening games of cricket. Also remember Len. Is he still alive I wonder.
Wed Dec 17 12:29:29 2008
Glynis Bravery, Alton Hampshire UK
my Grandfather, Evan Davies, was born in Meifod in 1874 and I just visited Meifod to check the Parish records. I believe that Evan married Jemima Kate Bennett, daughter of Mary Breeze who was the daughter of Samuel Breeze (owner of the Fighting Cock Inn).To Alyson Breuer & David Breeze - I would be delighted to hear from you more details of your connections to Meiford and the fighting cock inn.
Wed Oct 8 20:10:31 2008
Arthur Ridgway in Canada
My mother and my brother and I spent the war years in Meifod living at the Kings head Hotel across from the church. I spent many happy years there and remember a school from Liverpool being evacuated there and the new school being built on the road to Dyfryn. Mr Humphreys was the school master and his wife taught there too. I got many a caning from him! Lots of happy memories.
Tue Aug 26 09:14:02 2008
Nerys Evans from Sydney
This message is for Jean Pickstock from Worthing who posted an earlier message. My grand father Caradoc Evans lived next door to a Mrs Pickstock.He was the curator of Meifod chapel at the time. I was a child at the time but remember Mrs Pickstock as a lovely lady.
Mon May 26 21:28:39 2008
Jeff Rowe , Hull
Stayed overnight on Sun 4-05-2008. Camped on the field behind the Kings Head. Nice landlord. Hope Meifod won their cup final on Monday following day.
Thu May 8 11:41:17 2008
Tony Woolham, St Dezery, France
My grandfather was taken to visit Meifod by his parents as an infant, around 1876, and the Woolham family carried on the tradition of visiting for at least the next 100 years. As a child I used to stay at Pentrego, before it had electricity or a mains water supply. Anyone interested in Meifod and its history should try to obtain "Meifod - A Century of Change", published to mark the Millenium. Try the British Library
Sun Mar 30 19:06:55 2008
Ian Lawson, Sydney Australia
In the 1871 census I have relatives living at Ty Ucha Meifod (a farm of 10 acres).Edward Griffiths widower head 64 yrs farmer and Joiner born MeifodLLoyd Griffiths son 20 yrs born MeifodThomas Davies stepson 29 yrs born ManafonMary Davies wife 31 yrs house keeper for father born MeifodCatherine Davies grand daughter 1 yrs born MeifodElizabeth Davies grand daughter 2 mths born Meifod.Is Ty Ucha still there and does anyone have any knowledge of this family.
Mon Mar 24 20:17:47 2008
Jean Pickstock from Worthing.
Is there anyone who could find out any information about the family of William Pickstock born 25th December 1899,in Meifod.or his Father Pryce Pickstock. They moved to Birkenhead(year of move unknown).
Wed Feb 20 16:13:33 2008
Daryl Birkett
I too remember visiting Great Aunt Florence Hughes in Meifod. There were tiny nibbling fish in the river by the old green painted iron bridge; her old stone floored cottage was up a few steps but used to flood and probably isn't there any more. There were odd waterfilled holes on top of the hill nearby and Flo told me they were "roman wells". Are they still there?
Thu Jan 24 13:57:49 2008
Dafydd Evans
In response to Loren Isaac, Seattle (USA).My mothers' family are called Isaac who live in and around the Meifod area and may be of help to you. if you require more information please eMail me.
Mon Dec 31 10:05:28 2007
Rory Hughes, South Australia
My Great, Grandfather James Hughes was born in Pontrobert, Wales in 1825. He served his apprenticeship as a Saddler and I think that he arrived in South Australia in 1849?. I have only been able to find out small pieces of information about him. I know that his Father's name was John Hughes and his Mothers maiden name was Mary Gittins. I was hoping that there may be some Hughes'or others still living in the area that may be able to help me find out more about my Great Grandfather.
Fri Dec 28 09:09:26 2007
J Morris Williams
My great aunt Winifred Mae Morris I believe lived here. Her brother Harry Morris was my grandfather and emigrated to the USA in the early 1900's. We would appreciate any information about family still in the area. I see a post from Mr. Brian Morris of Brittany, France, who may have known her. Thank you.
Mon Nov 26 08:08:40 2007
David Breeze, Meifod
Dear Alyson. My name is David Breeze. I have lived in Meifod for most of my life. I have information on Samuel Breeze and the fighting Cocks Inn. What information would you like in particular?
Mon Oct 8 07:50:10 2007
Kev Isaac, Cardiff
In response to Jane Davies of Oswestry. I am unsure if there is a connection but I have family with the surname of Benbow (Ieuan Benbow who married Alice Edge) who lived in Meifod / Trefnanny and emigrated to Canada (Ontario) some time ago. I know they also have relatives in the Chirk / Gobowen area.
Wed Aug 29 12:27:27 2007
Loren Isaac, Seattle (USA)
I was briefly in Meifod in 1975, couldn't stay longer because of family concerns. It was lovely. I was told that my great grandfather and family came from there to Iowa. I didn't see any Isaacs in the graveyard but was told by the store keeper that several Isaacs lived in the hills nearby. Can that be confirmed by anyone?
Tue May 29 12:46:21 2007
Jane Davies, Oswestry
Just discovered in the 1881 Census that my great grandparents, David and Jane Benbow, farmed at Cwm, Meifod. It's my mum's 86th birthday this week, and I would love to take her to her father's, Edward Benbow, home for the very first time (if the present owners are willing). Can anyone help clarify if the Benbows were from Cwym farm or another?
Sun May 27 22:03:40 2007
Becca Hammond formerly Evans, Auckland NZ
I lived in Meifod until I was 21 and Nain and Nan still live there along with Auntie Judy & Uncle Jim. We miss Meifod heaps, its even more beautiful than NZ scenery and that is saying something! Can't wait to come home for a visit and show it off to my baby Welsh dragon.
Wed May 9 09:32:09 2007
Brian Morris, Brittany, France
My grandfather Thomas Edward Morris was born in or near Meifod around 1880 and his father was a Thomas Morris who also lived there at Vywnwy House below Broniarth Hill overlooking the valley and the village. The House was inherited by my Great Aunt Winifred Morris who lived there until she passed away in 1965 and was buried in the churchyard. My Grandfather moved to Liverpool before the WW1 where my father and I were born. I spent many happy holidays in Meifod in the 1950's often staying with Mrs Edwards who lived at Liverpool House next to the Bank
Wed Apr 18 12:28:07 2007
Norm Morgan from Nampa Idaho USA
I am doing some research on my family and have several places in Wales to look for my family. One place is for Felin Y Forge Meifod, I was wondering if I am looking in the right in Wales. After reading some of the comments I came across The name of Pontrobert, so hopefully this is where I need to look. I am looking for William Evans who is said to com from this area, his wife Sarah is from Pontrobert. They came to the US in 1840 or 41 and lived in Ohio for awhile before moving to eastern Iowa and were some of the first settlers of Williamsburg Iowa. Williams folks and brother Evan D! Evans came from Cano LLanryhmair North Wales. If someone could let me know if I am on the right track.
Thu Mar 15 09:49:56 2007
Brian Evans, Doncaster.
I visited Meifod at the time of the Eistedfodd mainly to trace the birth place of my Grandfather David Charles Evans.His birth certificate gives Main Street in 1871 although the family were living at Fron Haul cottage which I believe is now named Bron Heulog. His Grandfather John Evans was baptised in the parish church in 1816. John's father was David Evans a farmer at Peniarth and his mother was a Mary Jones. Both are buried at Pont Robert.I had a few very enjoyable hours in Meiod including a pint in the local, a wander around the church, clean air and peace. If any local historian can throw any information my way I would be very grateful.
Tue Jan 9 15:15:00 2007
John Davis Australia
While tracing my family tree I found that my Great Great Grandfather Henry William Davis was born in Meifod, left there around 1850 and died in Sydney Australia in 1888.
I would like to find out more about him and his family in wales.
Thanks,
JOHN DAVIS
Thu Nov 30 09:24:42 2006
Sharon Buckley from Rhymney
My great grandmother Eliza Mary Williams(?) lived in Meifod, she was born in 1892. I would be really grateful if anyone had any information about the family. She moved to London to go into service and married Joseph Russell, but returned to Meifod have her daughters at home. I know she had a sisters Gertie/Gertrude and Ruama (not sure of the spelling) and a brother Bill. Her parents had a small holding. My grandmother (Louisa) and great aunt (Beryl) returned home quiet a few times before they died. I hope to visit next summer with my tribe!
Mon Nov 13 10:07:04 2006
larry wildblood australia
All sunshine
that shines upoun my face
is the sun above Meifod
all balmy winds that blow
across blue hazed fields
are ghosts of breezes and Meifods fields of grass
the ring of
glowing naked hills
sang me youngest of child
the feminine song of Acceptance
all confident peace I know
is Meifods peace
Thu Oct 5 16:16:07 2006
Maggie Orchard, Hereford
We have spent holidays in Meifod for 29 years. It is special place, beautiful, peaceful. We thought our daughters would give up on the holidays there but they continue to visit whenever possible. Anyone who has accommpanied our family has been enchanted by the place, and ask how we found our secret spot in Meifod (I am not telling you! But this farmer was still at school when we first started camping on his father's farm). This is the first year the fourth generation of our family visits Meifod, to play in the river Vyrnwy where mum and aunts learnt to swim.
Tue Jul 18 09:02:00 2006
Ann Canning from Bath, Somerset
I'm tracing my mother's family history. Does anyone have any info on Louisa Evans, born in Meifod, who married Henry George Secerson Tomlinson in October 1878 at the Parish Church. Her father was David, a Labourer and her mother possibly Ann Evans. Any ideas where they lived?
Fri Jul 7 09:17:03 2006
Alyson Breuer, Northbrook, IL, USA
I have discovered that my grandfather, Samuel Breeze (1801-1876), ran the "Fighting Cock Inn" and that his daughter, Esther Rogers and her husband, John, took over by 1901, the inn then being called "The Cock". Does anyone know any history of this pub? I see that only one remains of the 3 pubs that used to be in Meifod. Any help would be wonderful; I'm not exactly round the corner to investigate in person!
Tue Jun 13 19:47:31 2006
Sue Hayward from Berkshire
We are thinking of moving to the area with our two young children for a more peaceful way of life! Are we mad and will we be welcome?
Tue Jun 13 19:22:37 2006
Sue Hayward from Berkshire
We are thinking of moving to the area with our two young children for a more peaceful way of life! Are we mad and will we be welcome?
Tue Jun 13 11:38:16 2006
Jonathan Olver from Cheltenham.
I visited Meifod many times during the 60s & 70s to visit my Great Aunt Florence Hughes. She retired to Meifod in 1958 after working as a health visiter in Liverpool for 40 years. I can remember climbing the Dyffryn for a good view of the village and skimming stones in the Vyrnwy by the bridge. I was in Meifod the day England won the World Cup in 1966 and when Neil Armstrong walked on the Moon in July 1969. Unfortunately. although I only live about 100 miles away, I have never been back to Meifod since my Great Aunt died over 26 years ago. Having looked at this web site I think I must make the effort to go back some day soon.
Wed May 3 08:41:02 2006
Paul Lewis, Cardiff
I agree with me little bro above. Having moved away to the city these last 10 year or so, I often pine for Meifod's peace, beauty & friendliness! Since leaving, have appreciated the old place 10 fold, if you live there now or intend to....embrace it, it's a one off. Still try to get home regularly to No.8 (Sylv & Tony), not as often as I'd like. Good times were had by many and good times still ahead.
Sun Mar 12 21:25:41 2006
Vi Sprawling, Kent
My son is buying no2 Brook Cottages in meifod -- backing on to the churchyard. Any information about the history, age of the cottages, name and period of the church would be wonderful.
Sun Nov 13 17:26:07 2005
Tim Howe
Having lived in Meifod all my life, (nearly 18 years) I think that Meifod is a quality place to live! Everyone in the village is really friendly and gets on really well, and Meifod Humour is the best in the world! Hi to all the Dogs, and the rest of the Meifod Crew!
Fri Oct 21 09:36:02 2005
Jude Arthur, Gobowen
My nan and grandad raised four girls and two boys in Meifod, one of which is my dad. They lived at Bryn y Groes until they were old enough to move out. They then moved to Welshpool. My dad met my mum and my Grandad passed away. When I was about 6 years old. Mum and Dad came back to live in Meifod. Few years after nan moved back to live next door to them. They still live there now, though I have moved out. They have always loved the peace and quiet of the village and the walks to go on. I think they will probibly live there for the rest of there life now.
Thu Oct 20 20:46:11 2005
Angharad, Sir Benfro
Rydw I wedi bod I Meifod dwy gwaith yn unig ond mae rhaid ddweud for e'n brydferth iawn. Lle sy'dd yn atgoffa fi o amser hapus iawn. Fyswn i'n hoffi byw yna fy hun! (Transl: I've been to Meifod only twice but I have to say it's very beautiful. A place which reminds me of very happy times. I'd like to live there myself!)
Thu Oct 6 18:11:55 2005
jeanette leuers - Brittany, France, ex Delfan Newy
Sut ydych chi? (How are you?)Sending love to all my old pals in Meifod, Pont Robert & Llanfihangel - I'm up too early - it's still dark and a bit cold now...I've a got a cwpanaid o de (a cup of tea), and finding this Meifod page - remembering so many kind people, good times - & incredibly beautiful places, where Basil, Woggie and I walked by the river, in the forest, and up on the hills...with Owain Glyndwr, & the spirits of the Princes of Powys...
Sat Sep 24 04:58:02 2005
Susan Stanley. Wrexham, now living in the USA
My Gt. Gt. Grandfather was born in Meifod in 1805. His name was Hugh Evans. He married Mary Roberts from Llangedwyn, Denbighshire, and they raised their children in "Cae Dafydd" not far from the church, opposite Cae Robert.
Hugh died in 1894 aged 89.
Does anyone know if there is an old house/houses still standing there? Cae Dafydd means David's Field. I'm wondering who David was!
I wish I could find out more about Hugh, but can't find his parents. I would love to have a look around the graveyard.
I've looked at photos of Meifod and it's simply beautiful!
Thu Aug 18 18:29:16 2005
Sarah from Meifod
It's definitely the best place to be. I love it here and having lived here all my life, do not look forward to the day I have to leave.
Thu Jun 30 12:38:08 2005
Larry
Meifod is a sacred site
even to Christians...
somewhere and everywhere
in those encircling hillforts and lush wooded folds
in the soft air of summer
or the crisp of winter
in a tiny primrose in a hedge
or the massive volume of the valley
and pulsing river
there is a revelation in that place
Thu Mar 10 06:10:54 2005
Stan
Message for Clifford Redpath Brown
I have copy of Montgomeryshire Census 1851
Clearly shows Evan Roberts, aged 21, a wheelright, living at Penycraig, Meifod with Parents and others. Stan's information has been added to our Family History section. Many thanks, Mid Wales Web Team
Mon Jan 10 16:18:34 2005
Larry Wildblood, W.Australia
I was born in Meifod in 1954, left in 1959 for Morda and WA in 1967. Spent 2 years closeby in 1992/3.
I believe we had lived in the village since the 1850's. Relatives bones lie in the churchyard.
For me as a child it was an introduction to rural life and ancient countryside. To a way of life and deep connection to identity with family, location and heritage.
The church was where God lived and that God was the spirit of hedges and rabbits, of foxes and long nigh time, of pigeons in woods and bluebell groves beneath oak trees that generations of my family had cut.
I have huge ties to Meifod even though most of us have died now, as time and all things pass. If you are ever up on Dyffryn Hill say hello to the spot for me.
There are some holes on top of Dyffrynn Hill that look like they may have been where some standing stones were once? Any one know of this? They actually reminded me of GNAMMA holes which Aboriginal Tribes used to make in open granite outcrops in order to store some water.
cya
Tue Dec 14 03:56:43 2004
Clifford Redpath Brown
Have discovered that my great grandfather must have been born here about 1830 but spent most of his married life in West Bromwich. What a culture shock it must have been.
Evan Roberts would have been a young Wheelwright in the 1851 census. Has anybody got access?
Think his family would have attended the Congregational Church.
Will visit one day
More...
Tue Nov 2 23:04:37 2004
Chris Roberts
I did my pgce in Llanfair and lived in Meifod... Too quaint for its own good
Mon Oct 25 15:12:48 2004
Rose
My Nain and Taid lived in Meifod.I spent a lot of time staying with them through my childhood,I have such fond memories of Arden House,the village, and the people.A beautiful place.
Sun Jul 25 21:55:57 2004
Bob Clifford, Meifod
"Here it is to be" is one translation of "Meifod" and who could argue with the sentiment! Christened in Meifod Church 60 years ago and with a long association with the village I finally returned to live here in 1991. After travelling the world during a long naval career I do not know of a better place to live.
Wed May 5 14:03:51 2004
Paul Evans, Meifod
Having lived in the village since the late 70's I can never look on myself as a true Meifodian - I'd have to have lived here for at least 3 generations to qualify! I t is a fantastic place to live - theres always something going on. We're busy organising the village show which this year is on the 24th July. Come along if you can it's an excellent day out!
Mon May 3 17:38:18 2004
Robert Aldridge, Portsmouth
My family live in Meifod and I always enjoy going to visit them because of the hospitality of the villagers and its tranquility. It truly is a beautiful village
Wed Mar 3 20:59:47 2004
Ann Jones, Castle Caereinion
Having lived in Meifod for 24 years before I married and moved to Castle, I can truly say that Meifod is the most beautiful village in Wales.
Wed Feb 4 14:23:03 2004
Kev Isaac, Cardiff
Having lived in Meifod for 25 years, I can confirm that it is the best village in Wales to live in.
Fri Dec 19 12:30:13 2003
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