Sporting Life in the Afan Valley
Last updated: 30 November 2006
Sport is an important part of most communities. Here we take a look at the various teams that were seen in the Afan Valley, sadly many of these have now disbanded and all that remains are these black and white photographs.
If you enjoyed this slideshow, take a look at our
Coal Mining in the Afan Valley Gallery, capturing shots taken over several decades.
If you'd like to view over 6,000 photographs from the Afan Valley, the exhibition these pictures are taken from is housed in Bethania Chapel, Cymmer. It's open on Saturdays from 1 pm to 6 pm and during the week by prior arrangement. For more details, contact David Teague (01639) 850552.
Take a look at a project which commerates the industrial past of the Afan Valley -
Sculpture Trail Slideshow.
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Phil Jones, Cheshire
Hi Andrew, just found this site and thought that I must reply because it brought back good memories. As you know I played football with your Dad for years,he was a great player but was also a great man. He used to be one of the highlights of coming back to the Cape for the weekend knowing I could catch a beer with him at the Social.Give your Mam our love from Phil and Jackie.See you soon.Phil
Wed Mar 19 09:40:02 2008
Andrew Jones, Nantyffyllon, South Wales.
Thanks for the kind words Les. Keith is currently living in Maroubra on the outskirts of Sydney. My Mother is Maureen Jones, i'll show her this site and ask if she remembers you.
Wed May 9 09:37:54 2007
Les Davies, Perth, Australia.
Andrew, I was in the same class as your Dad in Cymmer school, I'm afraid that I don't know the photo but I remember your Dad was very sports oriented and a real good bloke. I was very sorry to hear that he went so unexpectantly. The picture is exactly as I remember him.
Thu Apr 5 15:27:24 2007
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