Llanidloes Visitors' Book
Visitors' Book
Margaret Morrison said
Ism looking for info on my Grandfather David Lloyd bridge builder of Llanidloes- especially the kind of bridges he built-probably born circa 1850s 
Carmel Collins said I would love to locate a friend I did my nurse training with in Birmingham by the name of Gwen Morgan. We worked at Dudley Road Hospital. Her family owned a bakery. Can anyone help please?
Heather Bann said My grandfather Charles Edward Hammond was the Police Sgt in Llanidloes in 1939 and I noted from 1939 Register my mum also lived with them in High Street. Would love to see any old photos of the police station.
Christine Thomas said My Great Great Grandfather was John Humphreys born abt 1858 in Carno, Montgomeryshire. I am trying to find out who his parents were? He married and Ann Williams from Llanbedr and they moved to Porth, Mid Glam in the 1900's. Thanks Christine
Elwyn Jones said Any local born in 1938 and attended Llani High School, I would like to get in touch. My buddies in school were David Brown,Colin Woosnam & Hubert Mills. Would be nice to hear from you. I've been in Canada since 1960!
Christine Stringer said My Evans line goes back as far as David Evans married to Eleanor Lewis 5th of November 1730.They seem to have all been prominent farmers in the Llanidloes area and Trefeglwys areas. Would love to make contact with other researching Evans and associated families.
christne stringer said Ted Tanner I have David Jerman and Emma and their children Richard,Charles,,Mary,John,Fred, Stephen and Thomas on my family tree. Emma was an Owen and is the sister of my Great Grandmother Elizabeth Evans nee Owen
Laurence Davidson said Does anyone know where this house is now numbered or called in Llanidloes? Penbryn, Hillfield, Llanidloes Is was occupied by Mr & Mrs Rees in 1945. Trying to trace Joan Rees who married a Heyes around 1950. Laurence ljd@clara.co.uk
Chrystelle Robertson said My sister Mifanwy Lane & I are still trying to get information about the family of our great grandmother Margaret (Evans) Brown Higgs, who married Richard Higgs & moved to Bellevue, Idaho, USA., in 1884. We are related to the Mary Brown, who was selling produce at market in the well known picture. Several years ago we had the pleasure of going to Llanidloes & several other places in Wales. We met distant cousins on both the Higgs & Williams side of the family, as well as a lady wbo had known out great great Aunt Mary. Looking at this website made want to return!
Deborah wiseman said Looking for my great grandmother Ethel maud Cummins maiden name Morgan family. Will be in town sept 2018 looking for family. Last known relatives visiting Philadelphia area approx 1980 were blodwin and Gwen My great grandfather painted murals in pubs late 1800's through early 1900's before joining Ethel in America. Ethel arrived in sept 1907 on the Lucitania with her daughter Nancy, sons Tommy and eddie.
Allan Evans said I am trying to find out if Llangurig had railway cottages back in 1936
Ylva Cullerne-Bown said Charles Hunter Derwent Simmonds 1901-1976 was Margaret Higgs grandson, he was living at Temparence House in 1911. He then went on to marry my cousin 1 x removed Vivienne Hedwig Schotz in 1946. Just doing my family tree and came across this website.
Kipper lynch said Want to find Cathy can't remember the second name she lived in your town mid Wales. She Will be about 50 years old. I worked on the roads putting cat's-eyes in. For line marking Bradford West Yorkshire
Ted Tanner said Planning to visit in Oct. Looking for relatives of David John Jerman & Emma Jerman.They had 7 children Richard, Charles, Mary, John, Fred, Stephen & Thomas.Thomas was my grandfather.He was born in Trefeglwys.
Roger Watkin said REES, Richard (1812-1855) was my great great great grandfather. He was born and died in Llanidloes, and lived in Castle Street, Montgomery in 1851 (census record). His widow, Mary (nee Soley) REES and 3 children emigrated to New Zealand in 1858. Is there any burial record likely to be available? I am planning to visit Wales in 2017 (from NZ).
A.V.Phillips said My paternal grandmother, Pricilla Jerman was born at The Old Vicarage in llanidloes on March 29 1882, was married in Feb. 1918 and the family home was 3 Woodlands, Llanidloes. She and my grandfather moved to Merthyr Tydfil shortly after that.
Peter H. C. Davies said My grandfather Dr Walter Davies lived at Abernant 1907- 1941 He was helped by son Billy.,my father before the War. Our family now live in Monmouthshire where my son D T C Davies Ihas been M..P For the last eleven years. Grandfather Walter was Mayor of Llanigloes five times.
David Kearns said I am researching my mother's cousin, Norman Perrett, RAFVR, killed in 1942. Father was Frederick, mother Edith May (nee Cross - my mother's maiden name). Would be grateful for any information about this family.
Terry mills said Terry Mills look for relative and born llandidloes Wales Jennifer Mills father name Jame Mills she had twin bother born 1 22 1882 Henry she marred father was a blacksmith shop in llandidloes mid wales
Heather Bann said My paternal grandfather Charles Edward Hammond was a policeman in Llanidloes during WW2. Any information would be very appreciated.
Jennifer Speakman said I was born here 1942.My Mums family lived cwmdddu named Burt.My dad was from bristol.John Western,he was a soldier.
Mark Pitman said Spent around 8 nights in llani spread over about 8 Months last year whilst working on a housing site next to the cemetery. We stayed every time at the Mount Inn and got to say we enjoyed it very much, lovely rooms and the food was also very nice and if James the landlord ever reads this then thanks for looking after us, cheers Mark & Simon Pitman (Cardiff)
Tracey Russell said My grandfather was born and brought up here, we are relocating to Wales and I hope to bring my mum here soon, his name was William Edward Pugh , mother and father William Pugh and Margaret Thomas
ralph dunning said was an evacuee at the BWLCH, OAKLEY PARK in 1940. Went to Llanidloes County School and visited Mrs Eluned Jones, widow of John Jones, at Maes Yr Wennol nursing home until her death in 2013. Eluned was the neice of the owners of the Bwlch.
Priscilla Farrell said Searching for my Jenkins Edwards family history near Mountain Ash, Wales. Martha Jenkins married David Edwards in early 1870's and left for Pennsylvania in late 1870's
Barbara Jackson nee Higginson said I was evacuated to Llanidloes from Birkenhead at th4e start of the war
Graham Earp said I lived in Llanidloes until I left in 1969 to join the Police Force. Like Bryn Davies (entry 26 3 15) I also worked in Border GArage, 1965 to 1967. The Lady in question was Beryl Morgan who used to live in the Van
Mike Jones said I lived in Llanidloes from 1956 - 1960 when my father was Town Clerk. I then joined the Royal Marines Band Service,having studied piano and violin whilst at school.Such great memories,and teachers like the late Mike Butterwoth and Miss George.
Suzanne Bowman said Edward Theodore Cumins from Llanidloes wales? Died in 1976 in Phila, pa. us
Don Crewe said My paternal Grandmother came from Llanidloes. I live in Australia & am tracing my family history.
torin said I have lived in llani for many years and loved the high school when I moved here. So it came to no surprise to make sure my children go to the same school I did. And they love it .
marie said Really enjoyed llani today great meal and proper tea at the Mount then a walk along the river and a scenic drive through the narrow mountain road to Clywedog Dam , a hidden gem with spectacular views loved it
Auston macleod said Lived in llanidloes 1973-1975 at the old trewythan arms hotel . My parents were the managers at the time. I had a dear friend Guy whose father was a teacher at the school I think the surname was jones. I would love to get in touch with him
Beth said Hello. My great grandfather Evan Holford Mills was born and bred in Llanidloes. His parents Evan Mills and Hannah Mills lived on Great Oak street and High Street. He was a grocer and a furniture joiner. Holford became an architect, and married Ivy Ruby Watkin and they later lived in Llandrindod Wells. If anyone has any information on the mills family of Great Oak street, either Evan, Holford, or all his siblings, please get in touch. Best, Beth Edwards. Edwards.beth@hotmail.co.uk
RICHARD FRYER said Does anyone have any memories of Bryntail Cottage and the boys from Birmingham that used to visit? We used to play Rugby against a Town Team. Does anyone recall who organised these games?
John said Spent so many happy years at Clywedog Caravan Park. How I yearn to return to this magical place.
Audrey Glasier said my dad's family came from Wales he always told us how beautiful the country was, I am courious to see his home town....
Ann said Does anyone have any original pictures of the keepers cottage at top pool y fan? Stunning place and lovely people.
Owen Hayes said My gr. grandfather David Owen of Llanidloes married Anne Ashton on Oct 1 in Parish Church in Llanidloes. Her father is listed as Edward Ashton and his profession is listed as an Innkeeper who lived on Short Bridge Street. I have not found him in the 1861 Census under that occupation on Short Bridge Street or elsewhere in that Census. Would anybody be aware of where I might find him?
r.halpin@talktalk.net said I have an old book entitled 'Psalms and Hymns,' which states .- 'Baptist Church, Llanidloes. Presented to Albert E. Lloyd on his safe return from the Great War, 1914-1918. Signed on behalf of the Church, J.J. Young, pastor. Praise ye the LORD.' I would like a member of his family to have this book.
Cathy DeCraene said I am also a descendant of John Potts. I Live in New Jersey, and It is wonderful to be able to see from where my ancestors came
Janet said John Pott born 1672 is my 15th great grandfather. I just found out today how cool is still. one day I would love to visited your county
Thomas R Owens said Just visiting your site to see where my Great,Great Grand father David B. Owen came from. He was christian at Llanidloes. I am from America and David settle in Scranton,Pennsylvania in 1833 with his parents John and Sarah. You have a very beautiful town and I hope to visit someday.
The Window Family said We had a lovely week here despite the grim weather. The cottage we stayed at (Berthlwylld) is delightful, and Sandra the owner is very helpful. We were delighted to arrive to find some home made Welsh cakes on the dining table which are the best we've ever eaten! We will definitely be back in 2014.
christine henderson said i am still searching for Mary Teresa ( TESS ) nee Johnson born in Birmingham uk May 1945. Mary (TESS) was in Shenley Fields cottage homes in Northfield Birmingham in the 1950's. Her mother Gladys died in 1950
Joyce Dawn Mcmanus said My grandfather John Higgs and his brothers Rees,william,and Robert came from here we are looking for Rees who was born in 1874
Anthony Cook said In reply to Dee 28th August 2012. I was an evacuee to Llanidloes in 1939, and can recall reading the story of Russell (lofty) Hamer (printed in the local paper) of him being killed on active service. His name appears on the plaque outside of the Town Hall. His plane crashed early in the war in southern England, returning from a mission over Europe. It was only a few years ago I purchased a book from a shop in the Isle of Wight. I think it was called The Isle of wight at War, and in it I came upon the story of his brave actions on that fateful day. I can if you wish give more details if you wish
Jim Chalmers said My wife and I enjoyed Llanidloes very much between Sep 1965 and Sep 1967. I worked on the Clywedog Dam during that period as Foreman Joiner
Pauline Moores said Formally Hughes. William Arthur Hughes was my dad who came from. Llanidloes
sharon thompson said Hi we have visited Llanidloes twice now and fell in love each time we came. We are hoping to get over next May(2014) to visit a local family we know(Powells). We want to bike and walk the trails while we are visiting.
Owen Hayes said My gr. grandfather David Owen married an Anne Ashton on 01 Oct 1865 in Llanidloes and produced a daughter Ann Owen in Dec 1865. She came from Carno, Montgomeryshire. She came to the U.S. in 1866 with David and settled in Boston, Massachusetts, and divorced him shortly after arriving. Her father and mother were named Richard and Mary Ashton of Carno. I don't know if this will be of any help to Stephen Bernard Ashton in his quest.
mairette williams said Oriel . Once again regarding Charles T Farmer Beds and Herds was maybe Herbert Farmers twin brother? Born circa 1890?+ - ?. Their father was Charles Tempest Farmer (1855-Llandinum )died 1896 London Pancras widow Gertrude Farmer nee Berning (father Anton Berning - Prussia -immigrant 1850's--)
COLIN said Please may i request some kind person to help with my search for Higgs family members from this area. Specifically my great grandfather William Higgs born sept 1866-1926 Berriew Montgomeryshire.His father was Erasmus Higgs born 1810-1873 If any help can be offered please contact golouk515@hotmail.co.uk regards Colin.
Caz Gaffney, Birmingham said We stayed on a local farm campsite and came into the town centre most days. Beautiful and friendly loved it!
Kym Larsen Monroe said I'm a relative of Mary Browns and have heard of this photo. What website can it be found on?? Thank you
Marty Cottrill said Great website! It's very helpful as my husband and I plan our Sept. visit to Llani. My great-great-grandfather Wlliam Brown's family lived in Llani (he was the eldest son of Richard and Elizabeth (Jones) Brown, so we're looking forward to seeing the town--and possibly the sites of old (corn) mills where Richard and his ancestors worked. They were millers here in Ohio, too.
Robert Lane said Descendant of Higgs Brown Williams Woosnam family. Visiting in person in Sep 2013 from Topeka, Kansas, USA!! Site is very helpful!
Mark P. Stephens said ... of Oxford, Canterbury, NZ - a direct descendant of Stephen Stephens (d. 1790's), of Llanidloes. Great going guys - loved the film.
Graham Earp said Lived in Llawryglyn and then Pengeulan, Llanidloes. Attended Llanidloes High School from 1960 until 1965 and went to work in Border Garage and then JR Evans until 1969 when I left to join the Police Force. Many happy memories, wonderful place to live
M. Morgan said Just Love the Place and people
Darling Singh said I once had an especially good friend who lived on High Street Llanidloes who had his business on Oak Street. I was very fortunate to have known him and to have visited a couple times. I visited by myself and together with my daughter Bianka in 1998. I had a wonderful time there. I love Wales and the Welsh people. I wish that I could visit there again someday. I also love the hills and those beautiful Lamb. I must mention that the food was very delicious, especially at Lloyds Restaurant. Thanks to ALL my friends for making everyone on my vacations enjoyable and pleasant. May the Lord bless you all. Darling now resides in Toronto, Canada.
Lynne Coyne said I had a great grandfather who was only referrred to as Grampa Jerman?Jarman. He was a stone-mason and did a lot of the relief work for the memorials for the 1st world war and a lot of the gravestones in the old cemetry. My mother was born in cemetry house shirley elizabeth gwendoline reynolds My g grandfather was also mayor there for I think 3 years any-one know my ancestors?
John T. Catherall said Looking for any information whether there are any Catherall's to whom I am related that are still living in LLanidloes. My grandfather's name is Paul Edward Catherall and his brother's Ben. My grandfather was married to Jeanne Berti and they had to sons, John Evan Bennett Catherall and Paul E. Catherall, Jr. I believe their father's name was Evan Edward. My great grandfather arrived in the U.S. and first settled in Hoboken Heights, N.J. and eventually settled in The Bronx, N.Y. Any information would be greatly appreciated, thank you. My e-mail address is swingace1@optimum.net. John T. Catherall
Sian Ashton said Our grandfather was Thomas Ashton of Llanidloes. He used to tell us as children that the family had a tradition of naming one boy of each generation either Roger or Valentine, as it went back in the family a long way.There was an alleged connection to Italy - though not conclusive. Our father was Roger William Ashton. If Darlene Landry has information about the family tree of Ashton we would be really keen to make contact. Kind regards.
Helen said Hello to Gwyneth, Austin and family in Tylwch, How I miss you all and Llani!I would love to be back in the hills with you.I'd up sticks and move to you lovely people tomorrow given the chance. Happy New Year to you all. x
K.O. Mullins from Houston, Texas USA said Llani will miss you Cousin Bert. God bless you! You and Momma (Ann Guest) behave up there!!
Thomas said I visited Llanidloes three weeks ago, stayed for a week, loved the place and the people so much that in three weeks time I am upping sticks and moving there. Cannot wait.
Chrys Robertson said I am sitting in my great grandmother Margaret Brown Higgs' rocking chair thinking how much I appreciate the people of Llanidloes for the wonderful time my sister Mifanwy Lane had on her recent visit. Our grandmother Anna Higgs came in the 1880's to Bellevue, Idaho, USA, with her parents Richard and Margaret Brown Higgs. My sister Mifanwy found quite a lot of Higgs' information. The only information she was able to find on the Brown Evans side was a picture at the Old Market Hall of Mary Brown, whom we believe to have been Margaret Brown Higgs' mother. Margaret and her older sister Mary were born to David Evans and Mary Brown. Apparently David Evans left the family for England when the girls were young, and their mother Mary Brown was so angry that she changed all their names back to Brown. Great great grandmother Mary supported her girls by selling produce in the market, as did her widowed mother, also a Mary Brown. Margaret and Mary later had a brother John Brown, who had another father. Great great aunt Mary never married because their mother would not let her go with a man to Australia. Supposedly this was because Mary was needed to work in a family candy shop. We are anxious to hear from anyone, especially the Brown or Evans families, who may have information about our great great grandmother Mary or our great great aunt Mary, who died in 1934. We would like to know where they are buried, about any living relatives, or any other available information.
Margaret Bird nee Higgs said Yes Dilys Ido remember you if you want to get in touch my e mail is Morvy @talktalk,net
Loren Grace said Two of my great-grandparents were from this part of Wales and I just wanted to see what it is like. I'm sure they never imagined that many generations later a branch of their family would be sweating it out in Arizona, USA!
Liz Maddocks said How I miss you, Llanidloes
Dilys fraser nee Michael said I have just discovered youo rwonderful website and several names jumped out at me, nmaes of people I was at school with between 1947 and 1954, Say hello to Ann Guest and Morvy Higgs. I still regard Llani as home, My son and his wife visited three weeks ago. I lived in Maesyllan
edward owen said please save the 4x4 landrover based at llanidloes fire station its vital back up machine 2 the main pump and a lifesaver in a very rural area! please support our local firefighters! ive known the lads for many years and it makes me angry that they could lose a vital back up vehicle
Dianne Fusedale said Looking for details on my great grandfather William Bloomfield Thomas who came from Llanidloes! Sydney Australia
arthur milne evans said my g g g grandfather joshua lloyd evans came from llanidloes he was born c1782 i would like to find out about HIS parents he moved to london some time around 1800 one of his sons was david morier evans journalist b13-6-1819
arthur milne evans said looking for information on joshua lloyd evans bc 1782 left llanidloes for london in about 1800 married harriett thomason stanton morier 18 oct 1807 st andrews by the wardrobe london
michelle anderson said I am tracing my family tree and have traced it back to Llanidleos. The name I am tracing is Thomas. I have found my 4thX Great Grandad John Thomas was born is 1776 in Llanidleos. His wife was named Mary. I have him and his family living in Short Bridge Street and Glynn Factory as various points in their lives. His son, John Thomas was also born there and married a Ann(from Shrewsbury). I am wondering if anyone can shed anymore light on the family where they lived worked... or Glynn Factory. I know it was a very long time ago, but worth a shot!!!...I hope to visit Llanidleos in the summer with my children as it looks a beautiful place x x x
ann murphy said i am looking for george campbell wood born about 1898 llanidloes or aberystwyth, his dad had a hotel, ann 10.1.12
pauline kemp said looking for any mills family in berriew and the surrounding area please contact pf004q6253@blueyonder.co.uk
Annette Anderson said My Great Great grandfather George and Mary Bowen had a child George born in Llanidloes in 1845. George snr was a soldier in the 41st Welsh Fusiliers he was wounded and died Crimean War 1855.
Gordon Hamer said Great town. My fathers family originally came from Lanni to South Wales. I'm not too sure if there are any relatives still there. When I was young we took my grandfather to visit his cousin Harriet (Van) but I assumed this was his last relative in Llanidloes.
lesliebirchall@hotmail.co.uk said Can anyone remember anything about Llani during the War? I was evacuated to Llani 1939-1945 i lived at idloes terrace no5. I live in Coventry.
anthony seabourne said has any one heard of the 'Higgs Brothers, of Llanidloes' around 1938 . i have restored a old oil engine and would love to no the history of it . they may have been agricultural murchants , or farmers , but i am unsure , all i no is it was supplied to them in 22 2 38 any info would be recived with thanks , to anthony.seabourne@yahoo.co.uk
Mike Rutland said Hi, i am looking for a list from the 1881 census of residents of Van Terrace, Y Fan, Llanidloes. Can anyone help as the searches i have done so far all require a name or the person i am searching for.
ann parry said i am looking for george wood born 1898 at llanidloes
belinda richards said hi jay it would be nice to catch up have no other way to contact you other than on this page
J. Sterling Mullins said Cannot wait for my trip to Llani in Nov....nice to see Belinda Richard's entry....brings back fond memories....Cymru am byth!!!
Tessa Goodier said Having made my annual pilgrimage to Llanidloes last week,I was disapointed to find that the Bethel cemetary off the High street was closed due to an outbreak of Japanese knotweed.Does anyone know when it will re-open as my great- grandparents and my great-great-grandparents are buried there.They were the Browns of Foel Farm.Any information about them or the whereabouts of their farm would be much appreciated.Thanks.
Lewis Bates said Llanidloes is the given birthplace of my Great Grandmother Elzabeth, sadly as yet I have to discover what her maiden name was
coral spencer said I am wanting to trace any Hamptons of Llanidloes. My mother was Eileen Hampton and her father James Llewellyn. I believe they lived on Maesllyn . Many thanks
Julia Straiton said I should be thrilled to hear from anybody researching the Chapman family who were settled in and around Llanidloes in the 18th & 19th centuries. I'm anxious to find any info on a George Chapman who settled in Newtown by 1841 but I think came from Llanidloes bn c.1811 possibly from a family at Llwyncrwm. Any ideas anyone? Many thanks.
David Morgan said My grandfather, Richard Christmas Morgan, was born 25 December 1880 in Foundry Terrace, Llanidloes, a son of Edward and Ann Morgan. If anyone has any information about the family, I'd appreciate contact at morgans@swissonline.ch
belinda richards said i was born in llanidloes in 1962 moved away in 1974 i was reading through visitors book and seen the name jay sterlin mullins he was my penpal when i lived there it is nice to know that he has been back to llani
Martha (Marty) Cottrill said Your website is a great discovery for someone like myself who had ancestors living in Llanidloes!! Richard, Thomas, and William Brown, as well as Elizabeth Jones Brown, were all from there. the Browns were millers on the Severn in the early 1800s.
Chris Camm said I was born in Llani and now live in the States. Hello Cousin Bertram and Uncle Wally. Does anyone know when the houses on Westgate Street were built?
Walter L Guest said A Llani lad have returned from living in the States. Llani gave me my breath and education, for which I am most greatfull. I have been around the world because of every thing.....thanks Hi Bert I still remember you. I would be interested in any photos of Llani as I now suffer from COPD and will not be able to visit the old town, but the memories are still in my head Walter Lived at 9 westgate street
Doreen Bowen said Trawling through looking for anyone who might be connected to Rev Lloyd Morgan who was a Baptist minister in Sarn near Kerry. We have photos of his family. Can be contacted on oxleasow@hotmail.co.uk
Audra Roberts said I came across two photos of ladies football teams based in Llanidloes - The Llanidloes Foundry Team and the Llanidloes Daffodils. Does anyone have any more information about these teams - who they played, how long the existed, who were the players? I would be grateful for any information.
Clive Millman said I am trying to find relatives of RUSSELL CHAPMAN HAMER a very brave RAF pilot from World War 2. He is buried in Dolhafren Cemetery having been killed in action. The Battle of Britain Historical Society wishes to present a Memorial Plaque to the school attended by Russell Hamer so any help information will be appreciated. Many thanks clive.millman@uwclub.net
Peter Marmorek said Born here 62 years ago. (1948)
Mike Owen said As an Owen whose great Grandfather was born in Llanidloes but ending up in Scotland - we still had relatives in Foundry Terrace in the shadow of the foundry until it closed!
Garry Owen said We have been tracing the family Tree & have found out that the family line stems from Llanidloes ,we hope to vist in the near future
Susan martin said A price (Pryce) Edwards of Llanidloes married my ancestor Mary Ann Winton in New Shoreham Sussex on 17 2 1809. She was a local girl of 18 and the marriage certificate states he came from Llanidloes. Was he a soldier or militia man just stationed there. Any information on him would be very much appreciated Susan Martin martis1@hotmail.co.uk
angela geddis said i was born in llanidloes 53yrs ago and can't wait to return for a visit, it's been about 10yrs since my last visit. i have such fond memories of my childhood there
angie cartwright said a magical place to visit
christine stringer new zealand said My Great grandmother was Elizabeth Owen.Her father Richard Owen worked in Van mines as did her brother Daniel.There was a sister Emily that married a David Jerman.Any of these names in your family tree...if so please contact me string4@xtra.co.nz
mike white said my grt.grt grandmother (Ann LUCAS) was born in Llani in 1829 and her son was born in the nearby workhouse (Edward LUCAS). Her father was Rees LUCAS, mother Elizabeth Powell. Would love to trace the family backwards.
Carol D Bennett said Descedant of Benjamin Bennett born About 1791 Montgomeryshire
David Jarman said I am about to visit LLanidloes and know that I have relatives there. My grandfather, Edward Jarman lived on the farm near a place called 'The Van' and left there to find mining work in the Rhondda Valley at the turn of the century together with his brother, John Jarman, who settled in the Cynon Valley. If anyone has any information of the family line, my E-mail address is.- davidjarman54@yahoo.co.uk
K.O. Mullins from Houston, Texas, USA said Your website is wonderful. My mother, Ann Guest, grew up in Llanidloes and seeing the photos brought back lovely memories of my visits there. Say hello to cousin Bert for me.
j knowles said red lion llanidloes....best ever, sunday lunch i have had away from home, real ly good homely cooking,atmosphere and value for money, will make the journey again to llanidloes, lovely town,friendly people,well kept.thank you.
Darlene Landry said Attention Tessa Goodier Evan Beetle cir 1785 and Elizabeth Children Jane Beetle 1827 married David Ashton JOhn cir 1829 married unknown had son Edward David Beetle c 1832 unknown daughter. If you can give the name of the Beetle you are looking for the parents of I may find it in the census.
Darlene Landry said Attention Roger Ashton. I have most of the Ashton tree and am willing to share it with you. As it is I am wanting to make sure your Ashtons are the right ones .If so I can take you back to George Ashton cir 1585
pat and janet humphreys said we were born in llani hospital 1948 1949 we now live in australia we have 2 uncles and an aunt living in llani.also cousins love to all who knew us x
chris emmanuel said I am tracing family tree looking for any one related to Parry family who lived in Church La Llanidloes at time of 1881 census they then moved to Amlwch Anglesey hope some one may help. my e mail is chriscable@ blueyonder.co.uk
Mrs Margaret Walwyn said Loved the DVD. My great grandparents were from Llanidloes and moved to work in coal mines in Rhondda Valley in 1870's. They are now buried in Trecorchy cemetery with their headstone all in Welsh. Hope to visit Llanidloes soon.
Tim & Pat Bearman said Lovely town,very friendly people,enjoy visiting your town
David Donnelly said My great grandfather was one of the Dakin Brothers who owned the Severn Side and Glynbrochan Mills but sadly my mother died before I could find out any information. I wonder if there are any Dakins left in Llani or does anyone know what happened to them? if you have any info please let me know,my e-mail is daviddonnelly@ovolo.co.uk
Judith McLane said My Nana was born in Llani in 1898 and my mum was evacuated there from Liverpool during the war. I have not been back to visit in many years (I live in America) but I have very fond memories. it is great to be able to check in using the website! Llani looks to be as lovely as ever and I hope to visit soon. I love this place!
Elwyn Jones said We will be visiting Llani and staying the first 3 weeks of June. Hope to see as many old friends as possible. Am formerly from Oleuffynnon, Old Hall.
lynne coyne said My g.g.grandfather Jarman was the mayor of Llani and also did all the stone carvings in Llani
Elizabeth Jones Roberts said My materal grandmother's name was Mary Davis. She married John Oliver Jones. My mother was born at Foundary Terrace. I have a bible that belonged to my father--a Welsh bible--that was published in 1890. Very, very beautiful and I would like to find my family.
Marlene Paterson Spruce Grove Alberta, Canada said I have been researching my ancestory and discovered that my Grandfather Alfred Idloes Byng was born in Lanidloes and his middle name reflects this. He is the son of Edward Albert Byng and before that Josiah Byng. My Mother was the daughter of Alfred Idloes Byng. I would one day like to visit Wales and see the beautiful church from my Grandfathers name. I would also like to find out if there are byngs still living in this area.My Grandfather married Charlotte Geogina Mew from Kidderminster .My email address is marlene@tonn.ca. my phone 780 962 5734. I live near Edmonton, Alberta. My Grandfather imigrated to Canada in 1927. God Bless to all Marlene
Marc Harpham said My home town. Enough said.
Owen Hayes said My grandfather, David Owen, emigrated in 1866 to U.S. from Llani and I don't know why. It looks like a perfectly beautiful place. I hope someday to visit and see for myself.
Kayleigh Davies said Llanidloes is a wonderful town with loads of entertainment and shops. Hafren forest just outside llani is wonderful so far me and my family have been on every walk. The carnival is fantastic. They must go to so much effort Oh yes and bonfire night is amazing absoloutly amazing. In the summer holidays theres loads on.
peter wilshaw from AECB Greenbuilt said Had a great time at the greenfair even though the weather was awful! Thanks everyone for a lovely time especially CLS and M. x
Tessa Goodier said Had a wonderful week in Llanidloes,last July.We had a couple of meals at the Cobblers Cafe which we enjoyed very much.My great-grandfather named Beedle,was a cobbler at Llanidloes in the second half of the nineteenth century and we wondered if this had been his shop.Does anyone out there have any information please?
John Clarke said I was born and went to Central Grammar school in Birmingham. The school had a camp at Bryntail Farm. I first attended camp in 1955, before the dam. To me, living in the middle of Birmingham, it was a paradise of freedom from noise and traffic, with school friends that got to know and like. Llanidloes for me has not changed much, even the milk bar is still there (where I had my first ever milk-shake). Llani will always be the best memory of my school days. I still visit every year and on a sunny day walking it's streets I am back in my childhood. May Llanidloes never change. Thank-you Llani
Eugene Kipp said Hi, I'm from Dennison Ohio, and my great grandmother was born in Llanidloes. I'm looking forward to some genealogical research some day in Wales.
Laurie Ziros said Hi I am from Melbourne Australia,and doing my wife's (Julie McMahon) family tree (her great grandmother Mary Lloyd was born in LLanidloes (married Ballarat, Victoria Australia 1873, her marriage certificate shows her father as Thomas Owen and mother Mary Davies and believe were all from Llanidloes. We plan to visit Llanidloes in 2010. Anyone that can help with the family tree names would be appreciated.
peter jones said my dad was born in Llanidloes his name was john russell and lived in foundry terrace I spent alot of time there through my childhood from your photos its how I remember it still quaint and picture postcard
chris jones said Hi My Dad came from Llani. He emigrated to Winnipeg, Canada in 1960. His home was Oleuffynon, Old Hall. Though he lives in Canada, part of him never left Llani.
Adam Schaffer said My wife and I came from the US for a wedding of a good friend of ours last year and we had an amazing time. Everyone was very nice and we had the chance to see morris dancing, the mayor's parade and had a great time at the Red Lion Inn. I hope that we can make it back there some day.
peter wilshaw said Will be back in Llani for the Greenfair early next month.Looking forward to seeing old friends and enjoying the atmosphere!
John P said How I miss Llani. We lived there for many years but now exiled to darkest Essex. Llani probably has the best butchers shop in the whole of the UK
phillip lafollette said my great great grandparents were from Llanidloes. Your website has given me glimpes of the land they left. the land is wonderful! alas the pictures will be as close as I get to visiting.
rod turner said linda and I have visited LIani every year for last 15 years mainly to visit the quilt show at the minerva centre. However, we have fallen in love with the fantastic countryside and enjoy the character of the town, especially the friendly people.
Edwards Family said Just purchased a holiday static caravan in llanidloes and have fallen in love with the area. Hope to spend many weekends relaxing in and around llani. Great food, great scenery and friendly locals, what more could we ask for!
e bo said I love this town dont ever change its character
Sue Bakshi said Ron and I visited Llani in 2004 from the US. It was my second visit on a family history search. We have wonderful memories of hospitality, new friends, and wonderful scenery. I finally found my great-great grandfather Thomas Bennett's birthdate and place of Llanidloes 1838, and the John Davies side at Cefn Cwmere. We'll be back someday. In the meantime, 'Hi' to Jane and Ian, and Ruby and Glyn, and all the amazingly helpful people we met.
jackie smith said thank you for your hospitality last weekend at the european championchips you gave me a parking permitt which i forgot to give back i will post it back to you and i do apologise the clays were spot on and all the staff were very helpful keep it up and i will see you next year for the british open thanks again jackie smith
Jennifer ROberts said Searching for Davies and Roberts family from Llanidloes, Montgomery, Wales for my family tree research.
Dennis Spinks said The most beautifull part of our country, i have been there many times while touring on a motor cycle thro mid Wales,
claire said i havent been yet but im sure the whole family will enjoy the experience
leslie birchall said I lived in llani from 1939-1945 at 5 idloes terrace with mrs norah dakin. I went to the c.of.e.school. Mr rees being headmaster. I was also in the choir at st idloes church.I wonder if there is anyone who remembers me. My email address is. lesliebirchall@hotmail.co.uk
Mike Fawdrey said I took part in the Sarn Sabrina walk on 24 May 08 & would just like to say how much my son and I enjoyed it. We were truly impressed by the organisation, especially after I had a cramp problem. Numerous folk both staff and visitors gave me much encouragement to finish successfully. Many thanks to you all, needless to say we will be back. we just wished we lived closer
Judie Bridgeman said I liked it so much, I think I'll move there!
June Gwyneth Preston said My dad was Eric Bound and he was born in Llanidloes. My last visit (from Australia) was in 2004 and I would love to return for a longer stay and try to learn more of my fathers' early family life. If you could help, I would certainly appreciate it. Email...elizabeth@tadaust.org.au
William McCully said Was evacuated here during the war, was a long lost memory. One day would like to visit again from canada.
Mike Jones said Visited Llani last Saturday.Heard that Janice Pugh is at Aldersons in Great Oak Street.Are there any Llani High School re-unions? I was at this school from 1957 - 1960.
Eleanor Hewson said An inspiring website! Lots for us and our 2 Border Collies to do.
Sarah Morse said My dad was born in LLanidloes in 1925 at Hawthorn House so I visited several years ago and saw what a beautiful place it was.
glenys malam said having visited family in march this year what a beautiful place this is and we will be back
Roy Schultz said great website,i,m planning visits already,scenery looks stunning.i have visited further north nr to mold&ruthin,
Eve Levy said I'll be visiting my sister, Annie and her husband, George and their children in your lovely town in July 2008 - looking forward! I currently live in a New York City suburb with my husband and children. This will be our children's first trip to the UK and my husband's and my first trip to Wales. If only we had more than five days, but we Americans (who have jobs) are mostly allowed very little vacation!
Roy Cook said i was evacuated to Llani in1939 with my brother Tony and we stayed at the home of Mr.Arthur Davies named Llwyn on Penygreen Road.
Laurie Milam said Bore Da from the US...Moved from Cardiff back to the 'States January 2007...Wales has captured my heart,for I NEVER wanted to leave.but due to family illness,felt I had to return.. Informative site & gorgeous scenery!
Wojtek said I'm working very close to Llani ( Old Chapel Farm ) i'm falling in love with this country........
Ann Owen said Congratulations on a most informative and sophisticated website. I have deep family connection with dear Llani - my grandparents Edward and Catherine Wood kept the Town Hall Temperance Hotel, and I have fond memories of holidays there in the Forties. Their daughter Gertrude Nina married William Lloyd Hughes, then Vicar of Llangurig and I was born in the Vicarage there. A long time later my own husband was Vicar of Carno. thus, our daughter was born In Llanidloes hospital. Thus I treasure my connections with this remarkable town and it is really good to see it so well-served by so splendid a website.
Kristine said Wonderful site - virtual tour is good - its all good - thanks v much
