your comments
Tom Jenkins (O'Farrell). Port Macquarie, NSW, Aust
Born in Cardiff in Nov. '37, but lived in The Queens Hotel from '40 to 1947.School at Pentre Porth, remembering Miss Lewis form that time. Then a divorce. Later name changed to O'Farrell.Played in The Avenue with friends from 33.On a recent visit last year (again), was sad that The Parade was now a car park - but still signs of where we used to go down the Green - much to the alarm of everyone of our elders.Two great girls (all but big Sisters) still live in the vicinity and haven't changed a bit over the years.I'm seventy two just now, but still a tear comes to my eye when I think of the Christmas services at the Church up by the Infirmary, and crunching back home again in the snow just like walking on sugar.The old Pump house is finished but the sound of the place still lingers in my ears.Carmarthen. You're a great place even though you don't know it's raining until it stops.The pleasure of being able to walk through waist high grass knowing that there are no "nasties" is quite an odd feeling. Wouldn't do that here in Australia. Too many dangers lurking. Keep well all of you.
Sun Jun 28 18:44:59 2009
Jennifer Franklin, Swindon
I lived in Carmarthen until I was 36-years-old. I have been back lots of times over the years and always love to hear that lovely Welsh accent. Carmarthen, I think has changed a lot over the years, not always for the better. But it will always be where I come from.
Thu Jun 11 15:34:39 2009
Tamar Abrams, Washington DC
I went to Trinity Coll for a year in the late 1970s and still recall how lovely the town was (as well as Llanstephan). All the local students were so welcoming and the town itself was a joy to explore. Many evenings spent in local pubs and long walks through town instead of studying. I've been back a few times since and still feel like it's "home."
Mon May 11 10:52:56 2009
Winston Tattersall Sydney Austrailia
I have a tear in my eye and a quiver to my lower lip after having just read through all these lovely comments about Carmarthen.
My parents lived in Cwmduad where and I and my fellow siblings grew up. When we were children Carmarthen was an exciting place called "town" where we went to the fair and got the chance to win a coconut or a goldfish in a plastic bag; to the Lyric where I saw my first movie but best of all, to the markets on a Wednesday where I loved to listen to the auctioners selling off the farmers stock and then to wander with mother around the stalls at the produce market, stopping to buy a new pair of shoes for school from Mr & Mrs Luther Edwards' stall, and get an icecream from the van of a nearby vendor.
also went to a school in town called "The Grange" for a little while. My Mum moved into town many years ago as did most of my brothers and sisters. I left on my great adventure to Australia from Carmarthen Station in 1965 and I love it here, but a large chunk of my heart still resides there in Carmarthen and Cwmduad. Many,many happy memories!
Tue Mar 24 15:12:58 2009
Gareth - Hastings - England
I was brought up in Carmarthen - loved the place - Hastings is nice - but there's no place like home!
Carol Wray Alberta Canada: are you any relation to Johnny Wray? Used to be in school with him in the early 70s at Carmarthen Grammar. He used to live on Ashgrove.
Fri Jan 16 10:37:57 2009
Jim of St Clears
Can anyone give me any information on the ex (pulled down) The Blue Boar Public House which stood in Pentre Road, St Clears, Wales. Also of the building put up in its place?
Wed Jan 14 15:50:01 2009
Alan Jones from Brighton, Sussex
Brought up in Carmarthen and went to the Model School. Lived in Water Street opposite the chapel and my father Bill worked in a garage in the street as well as driving taxis from the railway stations. He often took Dylan Thomas from the station to the Boat House. He was usually drunk (that's Dylan, not my Dad). My abiding memory is of how friendly the locals were. I often go back, and they still are.
Thu Dec 18 11:38:43 2008
Davena (nee Lewis) Hooson, Presteigne
Born and brought up for my first five years in Carmarthen, I have never stopped loving the place. Each time I visit it brings back memories of my grandparents Tommy and Vina Lewis of Park Hall and the wonderfully happy memories of my times there. I recently went back to college and enrolled at Trinity where my father had done his teacher training. I achieved my MA and hope that somehow, my father and his parents know it.
Mon Sep 15 14:23:14 2008
Carol Wray, Alberta Canada
Only after leaving do I realise what an amazingly beautiful part of the world I used to live in. Love telling the Canadians that I'm WELSH. And proud.
Tue Jul 22 10:56:24 2008
Julian Taylor, Sydney Australia
Carmarthen is the hub of the world. Like many, I've moved away after leaving school but my childhood there was first class. The schools, people, proximity to the coast and the friends I made, make it one of the best places in my world. Had a wonderful Christmas there this year and I look forward to coming home again - soon.
Mon May 19 16:38:02 2008
Beverlley of Carmarthen
I love Carmarthen. It's a very friendly place to live, nice shops and restaurants I've lived here for many years. I would never consider moving to anywhere else.
Mon Feb 25 10:00:52 2008
Laura from Texas
Camarthen is AWESOME! My granny and grandad live there, and I visit tons of times! Everytime I go I find out something new!
Thu Jan 17 11:58:42 2008
Phil
Carmarthen is a great place to shop, I much prefer it to Llanelli or Swansea. I've also just discovered a new place to eat, a lovely coffee shop called carpe diem at the top of blue st. They have a lovely area to sit down and watch the world go by upstairs and they do a gorgeous pannini and even nicer coffee.
Tue Dec 4 10:29:01 2007
Owen Morse from London
Every time I go back, it feels like i never left. shout out to the G, i'll check you soon.
Mon Nov 19 12:35:19 2007
Manuel Padovan from Venice
I loved Carmarthen, after spending a year there it was a truly special year and makes Chorley (Lancashire) look pants! Great atmosphere however nightlife isn't great but who cares!
Wed Nov 7 12:19:36 2007
Terence of Hen-Ty-Gwyn-ar-Daf.now Saundersfoot.
Carmarthen what more does one need. A pity though that Jessops has closed. For a good meal especially breakfast go to cafe Blakeman above the carpet shop near the bus depot. The RAF gremlins club serves good food too.The downside...more car parking is needed, so come on council spend less on the Towi river roundabout [West]BUT Carmarthen is still the best town in the WEST.
Mon Oct 15 11:12:12 2007
Tony Lilley, Greenville, South Carolina USA
Wish I were there now, really great place even in the rain !!!
Wed Jun 27 16:00:06 2007
Gemma-Johnstown
Carmarthen has and always will be my home! With its fantastic scenery and friendly neighbours - what more could someone ask for? I have to pay a special dedication to Elizabeth "Liz" Evans of the Carmarthen and District Youth Opera, who showed great dedication and support to the youth of Carmarthen. Thank you soooo much!
I am currently living in Cardiff...however always look forward to going home and being a part of the tradition of Carmarthen once more...will always have Carmarthen in my heart and will cherish the happy memories and good friends that I have met from this special place!
Tue Apr 10 11:02:38 2007
Tracey Sinkinson from New Zealand
I miss Carmarthen loads and it's history more so the friendly people although its a big town you cant walk down the street with out a smile or saying hi to someone I loved that. The Quins Club was just the best place ever (which is were I met my husband Brett), I met the best friends ever in Carmarthen and although I have moved on I know that I will always be welcomed back and remembered, thanks.
Mon Mar 5 09:41:37 2007
Robert, Bridgend
Carmarthen is a lovely town. I hate it when people say that the people are ignorant and it's a lot friendlier than the town of Bridgend, which I am ashamed to say that I live in (Bridgend that is.) Bridgend hasn't got a lot of history. Carmarthen is full of history and it is a wonderful town to come to and do shopping.
Miss you Carmarthen.
Thu Jan 25 10:49:16 2007
Prasad Abeydeera from Sydney
I love Carmarthen,it was like a painting when I first got out of the train and walked towards the bridge on my very first day in Carmarthen. Spread Eagle is one of my favorite places especially on Wednesday night with karaoke. Hope my fans miss me and I miss you all too.
Mon Jan 22 09:45:08 2007
Charles Coughlan
Lived in Carmarthen and Ferryside. Greatest pubs in the world, The Plume of Feathers, the Tanners and the White Lion.
What more could a man want! Heaven.
Mon Jan 15 09:53:55 2007
Sophia from Caerfyrddin!!
Born and bred in Carmarthen - have recently moved from there to study away in university but cant wait for my visits home. When I was younger I never appreciated how great a place it is, I was always eager to go away - now I'm away I want to be at home!!!
Thu Jan 11 14:29:17 2007
Rebecca, Cardiff.
I'm a Carmarthen girl through and through although I am now living in Cardiff, my heart is always there. It is a privilege to call the place my home. xxx
Mon Dec 18 18:09:41 2006
James from New Zeland
Fantastic place! I met a lovely girl from there by chance while she was studying in London, Annalee. Been back there many a time to visit friends I made along the way. Scenery is great and a very welcoming atmosphere!
Thu Dec 14 14:42:56 2006
Tim Kevin Carmarthen
Castle , leisure centre and cinema. We have got the Towy River. We are going to have a bowling alley. There is a new Tesco Extra.
Wed Dec 6 15:07:07 2006
Colin Jenkins (Exiled in Essex).
Born and brought up in Carmarthen (Abbey Street boy) I loved the town. Only get about once a year as have no family there now. Grew up into adulthood sampling the 50+ pubs with two mates from the same street(Pigswill and Shorty). Happy, happy days and oh to retire there!
Mon Nov 13 09:48:59 2006
Ros Matthews from London
I have great memories of Carmarthen. I went to the Art school between 1987-1989 and had a thoroughly good time. I met some fantastic friends in Carmarthen and I hope to meet with up very soon.
When I used to arrive back in Carmarthen after staying in London, I really looked forward to walking over the Towy bridge and heading back to Quay street where I lived. Many happy days had in Carmarthen.
Thu Oct 26 16:53:41 2006
Rachel Shailer - Carmarthen
I love Carmarthen as it is a quiet and peaceful town. Everyone is friendly and helpful, the locals are great.. It has endless rolling hills and fantastic windy roads to drive you can really feel like you have gotten away from it all. The air is clean and free from City smog, take a good clean breathe in and feel good.
Best of all it as my work, The Charity Cerebra for Brain Injured Children just down the road from where I live so I can bimble along every morning and not be in a mad rush.
Tue Sep 26 16:44:32 2006
john davies -carmarthen
Well it works for me, and has done for 29 years. After all my old friends left you still have the countryside and the coast to keep ya company and they do a great job of it...
Wed Aug 16 15:54:33 2006
john davies -carmarthen
Well it works for me and has done for 29 years. After all my old friends left - you still have the countryside and the coast to keep ya company and they do a great job of it...
Wed Aug 16 11:45:42 2006
Tristan
I love Carmarthen because I moved down from Nottingham to find out more about my family.
Mon Aug 7 13:31:52 2006
Erik from Niceville, Florida
I can't wait to go to the Grey Cow, even though it has apparently been demolished. And I heard Marks and Spencer's is a fine establishment. I can't wait to get some biscuits there.
Mon Jul 17 09:19:20 2006
Christine Gwyther, works in Carmarthen
I am incredibly lucky to work in Carmarthen as a Welsh Assembly member. My office is in Blue Street right in the middle of town and it's a great place to meet people. The shops and cafes are brilliant too and I always look forward to my days in Carmarthen.
Thu Jun 29 09:41:31 2006
Jessica peck from Scotland
Carmarthen as the best town in the World!!!!!!!!.I know that co`s i lived there.And it has the most oldest things i have ever seen.Theres even a town undergronud.I love going back home to
Carmarthen,as i am a trow Welsh purson.
Thu Jun 8 09:03:37 2006
Emily Owen-Meidrim
I think that carmarthen is the best i go to qe high school (cambria)!!! hi to all my friends!!!!!!!!xxxx
Sun Mar 19 12:01:12 2006
Emma Cowen frowm carmarthen
I love carmarthen because it has loads of space and the shops are cool but theres not alot of them!
Sun Mar 19 11:57:04 2006
Steve, Flint NW
When undertaking a family history I traced my family to Carmarthen (Williams) & Pembroke, they moved North in the 1800' & settled in Liverpool now I am 'back home in Wales'
Would like to visit one day and investigate the 'family story of a great Uncle serving with a Welsh Regiment in South Africa who died fighting the Zulus
Mon Mar 6 12:18:03 2006
jamie duffy from cardiff
I love carmarthen because everybody knows each other!! You can walk into the town and spend all day talking and chatting with people, it also has some of the most amazing scenery in the world (in my opinion!!) great pubs and a fantastic village atmosphere...
Wed Mar 1 07:59:29 2006
mortimer(tim)footman,vancouver,canada
been there,done this, done that-no place like the boro'.the town and the people are a breed of their own and irreplaceable.nothing like doing a tour of the pubs and walking the streets.hope they develop the riverside.
Wed Feb 15 14:01:17 2006
Michael Prynn from Birmingham
My Father's family were Camarthen people, My Grandmother (Edith Prynn)and her sisters (Katy and Lizzie) lived in Chapel St by the Weslyan chapel.My memories are from Christmases in the early 50's. My Grandmother always had a Taxi waiting to pick us up from the station or Lammas st where the coaches stopped. On christmas eve , Bonnie the rag and bone man would decorate his horse and cart and tour the towns pubs. The horse making it's way home unaided, as bonny was well and truely full of the Christmas spirit ! My Gran used to give me money to spend at Woolworths and I used to run through the passage connecting Chapel st to the square to get to the shops. Alas the Chapel, the houses relatives and Bonnie are now all gone.
Sat Feb 4 14:58:11 2006
Sophie Wyeth - Carmarthen
Carmarthen is a lovely place, nice and quiet neat and tidy i love Carmarthen its my home town!!
Fri Jan 20 11:29:29 2006
Rose Rowland from Watford
I was born and bred in carmarthen, but moved to London to teach, where I've been for over 30 years. I visit regularly, as I have brothers living in the town. I always look forward to my visits, as the pace of life is more relaxing and the people friendly. i hope to come back in retirement!
Tue Jan 17 10:11:56 2006
***Catherine***
i love carmarthen sooo much especilly because josie there. x
Tue Dec 20 15:04:40 2005
**Josie**
heya i luv carmarthen coz of the friendly ppl and catherine walters cuz shes cwlio!!!!! bye-eeeeee x x x
Tue Dec 20 14:57:24 2005
Peter (pan)
Hey carmarthen and the people are gr8!!
Thu Dec 15 15:44:08 2005
Pat Riordan
I live in Llandyfaeloog----6 miles from Carmarthen-----the people are great it's easy to get things done and the scenery is superb
Thu Dec 15 04:18:43 2005
Lyndsay Rees from Carmarthen
I love Carmarthen because it has great views and nice walks that you can go on.There are many nice people and if you go into a shop the staff are very friendly and co-operative.Carmarthen is also a very historic town and is the oldest one in Wales,which i think is very interesting.
Tue Nov 29 12:26:49 2005
Gosling from Carlisle
I have fond memories of Carmathen as a child my grand mother (Mamgie) had a pub called the Grey Cow. I spent many a summers holiday there. I have not been back for many years but I believe the pub has now been demolished.
Fri Nov 25 10:54:15 2005
Carolyn Davison from Carmarthen
Carmarthen has beautiful countryside, the town has all you need (shop wise) and it is peaceful here compared to Cardiff where I'm from!! I love it here and wouldn't go back to the city - it's great to hear Welsh being spoken on a daily basis too - who said it is a dead language??
Wed Nov 23 12:47:23 2005
Nicola - Aberdare
I absolutely love Carmarthen! I was a student in Coleg y drindod 1991-95 and so it holds some great memories for me. It has a great little shopping centre, a fab market and a fantastic bootsale in the showground! Ive spent many weekends in llansteffan this summer too - you can beat the views......
Tue Nov 15 21:38:56 2005
J-me Danielson, Vermillion, SD, USA
I studied at Trinity college in 2004 and instantly fell in love with the beauty, people, and culture of Carmarthen. I love Wales and everything Welsh. Carmarthen is a wonderful town and I'm ready to come back! I love the wonderful shops and pubs and the general fun and welcoming atmosphere of the town and people.
Tue Nov 15 06:00:59 2005
Alice morgan from Carmarthen
The best thing about Carmarthen is the countryside; it makes you feel free to do what you want. You can take your dog down and have a good time; the next thing Oakwood all the good rides - I like Hydro the best but the others are good; I like all the football teams; my hobbies are football and rugby.
Mon Nov 7 18:50:03 2005
Class 6W, Johnstown School
We are writing this in our Literacy lesson. The scenery around Carmarthen is lovely, especially summer sunsets over Llansteffan Beach. As a class of typical 10 year olds, we particularly enjoy shopping in Carmarthen (note to all parents: we don't mean food shopping!). Our school is very near to the leisure centre, so we use its excellent facilities often.
Fri Nov 4 12:05:33 2005
Jazz!
I love Carmarthen!! It's coolio!! And so is everyone who lives there.
Fri Oct 21 21:03:41 2005
Thomas Charles
I like Carmarthen because it is a nice place to live and it has good shops.
Wed Oct 19 16:48:42 2005
James Pearson-Harris - Carmarthen
I was born in Halifax, West Yourkshire, but I have lived in Carmarthen since I was eight years old. I'm 30 now and I think that Carmarthen is a very unique and special place. Although there are countless places around the globe that I intend to visit before I get old, Carmarthen feels like home, and no matter where I roam, I will always find my way home...
Sun Oct 16 20:18:13 2005
Emily Wright Johnstown
I love Carmarthen because of the town especially the market
Sun Oct 16 13:01:49 2005
Jessica.Hawkins Carmarthen
I love Carmarthen because of the fun places you can go shopping and read peacefully.I think the market is a nice fun place to shop for cheat things.
Sat Oct 15 19:19:31 2005
Catherine Walters ( former pupil of Johnstown School
I like Carmarthen because of its friendly atmosphere and people. Its quiet and you feel safe here. (p.s. Hi to all ma friends! )
Fri Oct 14 21:41:18 2005
Elizabeth - Reading
Carmarthen is such a wonderful place I have the foundest memories growing up there with my family. My Dad Edward Williams who sadly died a couple of years ago, always said our hearts are in Carmarthen and your heart will always bring you home. My partner from Reading has also fallen in love with the place and he has only been on a few visits. So three cheers for Carmarthen.
Fri Oct 7 12:43:51 2005
jordan beynon-thomas
I like Llangain because it is quiet and
safe for us to play.It has a park and a
pub and houses.I like the school as it is small and I have a lot of attention from the teachers.I like carmarthen because I live there. I also like certain places in carmarthen and there are many pleasant places but some places unfortunately I don't like.
Fri Oct 7 10:48:59 2005
Zartu Smythe
I first came to Carmarthen 5 years ago and very much enjoyed the town and countryside feel it had to it, as the years have progressed through studying I have found that they have developed the oldest town in Wales into a mini city. I personally would like the town to stay how it is. I love Carmarthen. X
Mon Oct 3 17:09:03 2005
Sarah in Carmarthen
Carmarthen is great I love that so many people speak Welsh in Carmarthen.
Mon Oct 3 17:07:46 2005
Kate Smith and Harriet Thomas
I love Carmarthen it rockz like jelly on toast! Crisp and fry rules.
Mon Oct 3 15:11:45 2005
Lynsey Armstrong Carmarthen
I live in Johnstown in Carmarthen and I think that Carmarthen is a really great place to live. There's loads to do and everyone should visit it. Come to carmarthen it's epic.
Mon Oct 3 15:11:20 2005
Emma Davies! - Carmarthen
I sooo love Carmarthen coz its welshy Wales!!! And Carmarthen is oldy woldy and a bit mouldy!!! Carmarthen is where I live and I plan to stay so don't dis Carmarthen coz it's full of hay!! Carmarthen is full of sheep! x
Mon Oct 3 14:09:47 2005
Rebecca Bassett, Carmarthen
I'm 15, born and bred in Carmarthen and proud of it. I love Carmarthen and I'm never planning on moving away. Carmarthen is the best and not just because its not Llanelli - Matt from Johnstown. Carmarthen is just the best so don't dis or I'll come and find you. So you better watch out. Haha. The land of sheep is the place to be. I love Carmarthen. Aah. xxxx
Mon Oct 3 14:07:36 2005
Si from Carmarthen - well just about!
I love Carmarthen cuz it is awesome! And clean!!!!! When I'm famous it will be a privilage to say I'm a Carmarthen gal!!!! Watch out peeps Si is breaking through!!!
Mon Oct 3 12:22:12 2005
Owain Williams, Laugharne
I love Carmarthen so much!!!! It's a great place to live! I go to school there & theres a Macdonalds!! I am Welsh! Yay!
Thu Sep 29 13:59:34 2005
Mary Ann Palethorpe from Carmarthen
I was brought up in Carmarthen and moved away when I was sixteen I moved to llanelli, after thirty years there I knew it was time to come home, I now live three doors away from the place I was brought up in, I have many memories of when I was growing up there, I lost my mum and my oldest brother, by being home makes me feel closer to them.
Wed Sep 28 16:13:44 2005
Alun - Ferryside, Carmarthenshire
Carmarthen is a quaint little town and here I went to Art School in 1988. I met my wife here about 12 years ago and we lived in Johnstown for 3 of those years. I live in Ferryside now and would not go back to anywhere else to live. I owe a great deal to Carmarthen, as I found my dream come true in this town.
Sun Sep 25 16:01:09 2005
Matthew Bristol
Carmathen is a good place its got a lot shops and a huge bay which has got tenby and saudersfoot on west side With lots of sandy beaches and plus good views of the Gower
Tue Sep 6 14:26:39 2005
John Spike Carmarthen
Born and bred a townie its the place to be. Been around the world and every time I go away I miss the friendliness and welcome that Carmarthen has to offer. My wife is from London and was used to the busy lifestyle yet when she came to Carmarthen she fell in love with the place and has never looked back.
Wed Aug 31 09:01:06 2005
Emily B - just outside of Carmarthen
I think Carmarthen is a beautiful place! It is surrounded in natural beauty! Also may I add that I go to Queen Elizabeth Cambria school and have never been happier there, most of the staff and children are really easy to get on with too! (PS Hi to all of my friends).
Fri Aug 19 15:14:59 2005
Dennis - Pella, Iowa, USA
I studied in Carmarthen at Trinity College in the spring of 2005 and had the time of my life. The people are very friendly and it was awesome to immerse myself in a culture completely different to the one I am in here.
Mon Aug 8 07:10:42 2005
Davena from Presteigne
To:
Colin Evans from Essex.
Hello! Yes, I did have an Uncle Bryn who worked as a telegram boy.
He married, had three children and lived first in Johnstown then in London for a while, then moved to North Wales. Unfortunately he died a few years ago.
Mon Aug 1 14:17:47 2005
Glafyra from Leeds, Massachusetts, USA
In 1976 my husband and I fell in love with Carmarthen Bay. We stopped in Carmarthen and had a great experience with the local folks, especially friendly people at a pub near the train station. We decided that if we ever had a daughter we would name her Carmarthen. In 1982 when she was born we started planning for a return trip to show her the beautiful area and the people that we remembered so fondly. Last year Carmarthen graduated from college. We spent 3 weeks,with backpacks and using public transportation exploring and admiring your magnificantly beautiful country. We often find ourselves talking about the experience and hope to return.
Thu Jul 28 01:33:56 2005
Colin Evans from Essex
Message to Davina from Presteigne.
Did you have an Uncle Bryn - worked in the PO as a telegram boy? We were friends as teenagers in Park Hall. What became of him?
Sun Jul 24 09:52:05 2005
Ian, now in London.
I was born and schooled here. Went away to university and found the door firmly shut when I tried to return, due to local government policy on language, which is a shame, as it's the sort of place that my kids, especially my son, would thrive in, and the business I run would have created much needed employment for local people.
Sun Jul 24 00:11:15 2005
John Akers
My father was transferred to Carmarthen in 1940. We lived in Hall Street above a tobacco shop. I last visted Carmarthen in 1980 when on vacation from Panama., found it had not changed too much. Boars Head and other old watering holes still intact.
My parents name were Roland and May Akers, anybody still alive that might remember them.
Hope to visit your lovely town next year.
Fri Jul 22 15:09:44 2005
Cyril from Mold
Davina. I think I know your father. I played rugby and went to school with him. Carmarthen and St Clears are great places I have worked in all the counties in England Wales and Scotland but Carmarthenshire is the best.
Fri Jul 15 19:50:07 2005
Rhian Morgan, Liverpool
I am 27 and I spent a great part of my life living in Carmarthen. The Carmarthen and District Youth Opera was the highlight of this time. That is where I gained so many friends and ssssoooo many wonderful memories!!!
Thu Jul 14 13:01:19 2005
Davena from Presteigne
I was born within sight of the Old Oak in 1948 then we moved to the brand new Park Hall. I lived in Carmarthen until my father got a teaching job in Yorkshire. My Carmarthen grandparents saw us coming to visit them every school holiday. They were wonderful people - Tommy and Elvina Lewis. I love them and still miss them so very much. Now I have no home to visit in the town so every time I go there I am both thrilled and heartbroken... Carmarthen is my heart's home.
Wed Jul 6 10:33:13 2005
Pearl Diana O'Malley (nee Phillips) from Maryland
I was born and bred in Carmarthen (Water Street)until the age of 19 when I went to the USA. I worked in the British Embassy for over 30 years and recently early retired. I will always think of Carmarthen as my home and will speak fondly of it until I die.
Thu Jun 23 02:18:45 2005
Maria - Carmarthen
Carmarthen is a great little town to live in (one of the reasons I chose to go to uni here). Trinity College is probably one of the only university colleges where nearly everyone knows your name.
Extremely nice people and a overall friendly atmosphere which I will miss greatly when I finish my final year next year.
Lots of lovely little pubs too!
Sun Jun 19 20:37:14 2005
Myra Mcisaac Livingston
I love coming down to Carmarthen as one of my sons lives in Llangunnor and the other at Upper Tumble and their workshops are at Crosshands, as there are 4 grandchildren it makes the Carmarthen area really special to me.
Mon Jun 13 11:33:37 2005
Christine & Arthur Groom
We moved here 5 years ago. We lived near Heathrow Airport and now we would not live anywhere else. The town is nice and the people are nice and so much to do and see. What a lovely place to live.
Sun Jun 5 08:16:57 2005
Iau - Jonstown Carmarthen
To me there is no other place in the world I would want to call home. Born and bred here and extremly proud of it.The only thing that spoils it now is the influx of newcomers to the town and surrounding areas. Once I could walk down the street and talk to almost everyone I met, now I don't recognize anyone...
Fri Jun 3 20:52:38 2005
Sharon from carmarthen
It is interesting, as someone has already pointed out previously, why many people who have posted great comments about carmarthen on this site do not actually still live here....Surely that tells us something?
Mon May 23 13:27:55 2005
Emily Sam
Carmarthen is the best place to live and visit and this is the best web site about the place - peace out.
Thu May 5 10:14:54 2005
Kevin Jenkins from Llanelli
I love to visit Carmarthen. I have family living in Pencader which is set ia a beautiful area and have fond memories of childhood visits. It's a shame that it's Welsh identity seems to be disappearing due to the influx of so many English families.
The Market in Carmarthen has a real market feel to it and the town centre is much better than Llanelli, it's a pity that very little thought has gone into preserving the way Llanelli Market used to be and the priority at the moment seems on out of town development rather than developing the town centre.
Fri Apr 29 11:36:10 2005
Dylan Evans from Capel Dewi (Capel Isaf)
Born at Capel Canol (Capel Dewi) 1964 and very proud of my heritage. Circumstances have taken me to Australia (Belimbla Park, 45 minutes south of Sydney.) I love my home town, Carmarthen, my wife, children &
Dellboy!:)It is very hard sometimes to deal with two cultures when I miss the things that Carmarthen (and Capel Dewi) means to me. All that I can say is "G'day" and ogi ogi ogi!!!
Sun Apr 24 12:57:38 2005
Lucy - Carmarthen
I'm 12 ok. And I know that Carmarthen is the best place to live. It has evrything you need. A good school (Maridunum) and boys. It also has alot of great places to shop and things. Carmarthen is great also because it's in Wales. Bibi people xxxxxxx my Carmarthen friends
Fri Apr 22 18:43:38 2005
Robert - Bridgend
I was born in Carmarthen in 1966, but my younger brother & I had to leave in 1979 after my parents had a divorce. We moved to the Bridgend area & I would love to move back to Carmarthen as the town of Bridgend has never meant anything to me. Carmarthen is a lovely town with excellent shopping.
Thu Apr 14 19:55:15 2005
Dan from Nantgaredig
Carmarthen has an excellent shopping facility the night life is OK but people rather go to Llanelli because its alot larger and has more variety of pubs and clubs.
Sat Apr 2 12:18:52 2005
Alex, Santiago, Chile
It's not a place you're likely to forget. I went to Uni in Carmarthen between 95-99 and it holds some special memories. A truly distintive place with such a strong character. The dark, dreary rainy days can hang when you live there but the town also has a certain mystique about it.
Fri Apr 1 02:52:39 2005
Daniel Rees from Perton
My familys Welsh and from Pontypridd and Snowdon. Carmarthen is clean and has lots of shops but its a bit busy.
Mon Mar 14 19:18:10 2005
Tali from Carmarthen
I had lived in Carmarthen all my life and it's the best place in the world. It's full of magic. I moved away to go to uni, I miss it all the time and all I want is to go home. The only problem is they want to rip the market apart. The market is legend.
Wed Feb 9 19:08:38 2005
Aled Powell from Carmarthen
Carmarthen is where I live and I would not want to live anywhere else. It has a quaint town and lovely countryside around.
Fri Feb 4 22:15:17 2005
Daphne Orr - Galashiels
I was born and raised in Carmarthen. I met my Gala husband 20 years ago in the Athletic Club.I moved to Gala 1 year later,after 15 years we moved back to Carmarthen for my hubbie Phil to go to Trinity College where he gained his B.A. in English. We are now back in Gala and I miss Carmarthen every day. A great place to live that is steeped in history. Great town, great people, great shops!
Thu Feb 3 13:02:50 2005
Lynwen - Pencader
Rwyf yn hoffi dre Caerfyrddin.
Mon Jan 31 22:10:11 2005
Rory Westhoff - Carmarthen
The best thing about is that it has a market which dates back 100's of years and the Lyric Theatre which is a old fashioned theatre with daily showings of film releases and live shows and it has a cutural instiution in Carmarthen- the Carmarthen and District Youth Opera which has been entertaining audiences in Carmarthen for nearly thirty years.
Thu Jan 27 13:30:42 2005
Mari, Pencader
Very busy village, more for the English people than the Welsh people. Some people are working very hard over the Welsh language.
Sun Jan 23 08:09:34 2005
Paul - Johnstown
Carmarthen is a unique town
a transport hub
and rural life meeting point.
The council though should be doing more to promote its tourism potential,
a good choice of art galleries
and craft shops
sit nicely next to the high street big names.
How many people travel through Carmarthen each year on their way to holiday in Pembs?
The council should be attracting these visitors not to go further West until visiting Carmarthens old charm and modern exuburance; such history and diversity should be showed off at every opportunity.
More hotels are needed for Carmarthen to become a base for history, art n crafts, the gardens and dramatic coastline.
Kent is known as the garden of England
so should Carmarthen be known as the garden of Wales.
Sun Nov 28 21:47:42 2004
Wrighty - Wiltshire
I went to the 'Art College' in 86 and left in 89 (ish). Stayed on for a further 10 years and both my beautiful daughters were born in Carmarthen (and are very proud of the fact). Forced back across the Severn due to a lack of work ... but still think of Carmarthen as 'home'. Visit often and until I moved to my present home in Wiltshire had never come across the warmth of the Carmarthenshire 'Townies' and 'Hambones'. Roots still lie in Carmarthen and I will return!
Sun Nov 28 15:53:01 2004
Hughes, Carmarthen
From the comments here it would seem that Carmarthen is a great place to live as long as you don't live here.
Sun Nov 28 10:52:24 2004
Matt from Johnstown
I love Carmarthen because it's not Llanelli
Sat Nov 20 22:41:08 2004
Ria + Helen, Oxford
We are from Carmarthen and we love it! We are decendants of the billyboys who were coracle fishermen and did it for a living. Helen my mother still lives there and always will, she is truly a Carmarthen townie!
Fri Oct 1 22:12:13 2004
Marta - Spain
Salvador, me too I will never forget you, thanks.
Tue Jun 8 21:22:47 2004
Salvador from Mexico City
I guess I'm the first Mexican to be in Carmarthen or at least I hope so. I spent 4 months of my life here and it has been just great. People are awesome and countryside is absoulutely georgeous. From playing pool in Meinciau to walking on the beach of Pembrey (??). I have great memories in Llanstefan Castle and Kidwelly Castle. It has just been great! I'll never forget you... all of you.
Mon Jun 7 16:53:35 2004
Marta Málaga Spain
I´ve been in Carmarthen last year as a volunteer in an international workcamp and I´m going to came back this summer with some friends. It was one of the best experiences in my life, I love this place!!
Mon Jun 7 00:30:03 2004
Kit from New York
My family (Evans) are Welsh and I used to visit my (now late) Uncle Canon Trefor Evans in Lampeter. I would get the train from Paddington to Carmarthen, and then the bus to the Black Lion in Lampeter. Many fond memories. I was born in the U.S. but my still Welsh speaking mother, now in Florida, instilled in me my "Welshness," which will never fade! I have the Welsh flag stuck on my car's bumper. People think I'm a member of some weird cult. Well, I am! Cymru am byth!
Tue Apr 27 17:53:20 2004
Nike Hamilton, Maryland, USA
I lived in Skewen/Neath/Swansea as a child and went to Camarthen several times. I was scared of the sea until someone on one of my trips there, swam in shallow water and told me she was nervous too. She was an adult so it made it less scary.
I loved it there and love the ocean!
Tue Apr 13 14:12:27 2004
Jasmine ( Aiwa)
I love Carmarthen because of the free rugby tops, and also to young lads known as Bush and Ishmael.
Fri Apr 9 22:29:22 2004
Denise from California
I fell in love, not only with how beautiful Carmarthen is, but with a wonderful man who calls Carmarthen home. There is no place else on earth that I would rather be. I'll soon be moving there and it's somewhere we'd love to raise a family together. I can't wait to live in the beauty and rich history of Carmarthen!
Fri Apr 2 02:49:30 2004
Lynne Freudigmann (Davies) Brisbane, Australia
I love Carmarthen because my father was born there and we would drive from Neath to see my grandparents in Pentryfellin Street. I loved walking through the stock markets and watching the auctions. I remember Merlin's Oak. Is it still standing. Carmarthen always seemed like a cosy, loving place to me and I miss it.
Sun Mar 28 03:00:50 2004
Paula Buckenham - ex pat.
I loved Carmarthen, I spent all my teenage life there,I worked in the laundry and drycleaners the boss was a Mr Reinalds, we had some fun in the factory. I lived in Johnstown, the name of the house was Woodbine Cottage. My mother worked at St Davids Hospital. I used to have a friend who lived in Park Hall estate, the Thomas family , I used to date one of the sons, he was called Anthony. I later went to Swansea to live, then moved to England my family live in Abernant, they are my mothers side. I miss Carmarthen ,my memories are sweet.
Thu Mar 25 23:01:22 2004
Graham Davies from Carmarthen
I love Carmarthen because I am from Carmarthen and the town has important memories for me. My Mother (Alice Gwyneth Davies) was a an absolute gem of a woman and a total hoot, a Welsh speaker and it is to my eternal regret that I am not.......
Fri Mar 12 22:40:53 2004
Robin - Carmarthen
The best thing about Carmarthen is the friendliness of the people. After that, I'd go for it's location near so much beautiful countryside.
Fri Mar 12 16:36:14 2004
Neil - Carmarthen
Carmarthen is a great town to live in, along with a football side that plays in the Welsh Premier, we also have two successful rugby sides. Carmarthen Quins play in the newly formed Welsh Premier Division and run teams from Under 8's to right up to Senior Level. Carmarthen Athletic are currenly playing in the Division One of the Welsh National League and they also run teams from Under 8's up to Senior Level.
Fri Mar 12 16:35:09 2004
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