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History

Ringo Starr, John Lennon and Paul McCartney
How much do you know about the history of Bangor and the many changes it has seen over the centuries? Find out more here and share your own memories of more recent years.
Watch a short film about the meaning of Bangor.

Hamlet to city

John Cowell describes the growth of Bangor in past centuries.

Walking past

Explore historic sights, guided by Bangor Civic Society.

Broadcasting

The BBC in Bangor played a vital role during World War II.

Dean Street

Kitty Baxter and friends recall the town centre street of their youth.

Cochwillan Hall

What's it like to be the guardian of an historic building?

Vaynol Estate

Explore this estate with its two halls and fascinating stories.

Child at war

Hitler's intervention landed seven-year-old Graham Vine in Bangor.

Theatre memories

It's the end of an era as Bangor's Theatr Gwynedd goes dark.

have your say

If you'd like to write about Bangor history or to share memories and photographs, please get in touch.


History - people, places and events

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