Treorchy Web Guide
Here's our pick of some of the most useful and entertaining websites from or about Treorchy and the surrounding area. If you know a website worth including, get in touch.
Treorchy.net
http://www.treorchy.net
Online local guide, with events listings, local news, travel tips and a magazine section featuring letters, short stories, poems and more - including the Treorchy Women's Institute Kitchen band, as pictured above.
Shape-it.org
http://www.shape-it.org
Community news and information for Rhondda Cynon Taff, and an opportunity for local groups and societies to publicise their activities.
Treorchy Male Choir
http://www.treorchymalechoir.org
One of the most famous male voice choirs in Wales. Learn more about their history, how to join, and browse their extensive discography ranging from 78s to CDs.
Parc and Dare Band
http://www.brassbands.co.uk
Another prime example of the area's musical heritage, founded more than a century ago.
Rhondda Cynon Taf Council
http://www.rhondda-cynon-taf.gov.uk
The local authority's website with details of council meetings, contact details for members and departments and an A-Z section if you're not sure where to find the information you're looking for.
Parc and Dare Theatre
http://www.rct-arts.co.uk
Find out what's happening at the town's main venue - music, movies and more.
Max Boyce - Live at Treorchy
http://www.maxboyce.co.uk/music/treorchy.htm
Were you there? Recorded at the rugby club in November 1973, this is the album which shot the bard of Welsh rugby into stardom.
Rhondda on the Web
http://www.rhondda.vze.com
An online guide to the valley, including Treorchy, Tonypandy, Porth, Pentre and Ferndale. Includes a directory of local businesses and services, along with a pub guide, poetry pages and other features.
My Tribute to the Rhondda
http://www.therhondda.co.uk
A historical website by GJR Williams, featuring a wealth of photographs and social and economic information about the era when coal was king.
Leighton Andrews - Rhondda TV
http://www.rhondda.tv
Video diary updates from the local Assembly member.
Arriva Trains Cymru
http://www.arrivatrainswales.co.uk
The new operator of Valley Lines, as well as local and regional services throughout Wales.
Pencelli Hotel
http://pencellihotel.co.uk
One of the area's most popular pubs, as seen in our Treorchy slideshow tour.
Rhondda Valley Images
http://www.anglesey.info/rhondda_valley_images.htm
A collection of old photos and stories from the area. You're welcome to send them your own for inclusion.
Loops and Links
http://www.loopsandlinks.co.uk
Local walks, cycling and horse riding trails drawn up by Groundwork Merthyr and Rhondda Cynon Taff.
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