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Memories of North Wales beaches over past years

This week we look at old photos relating to fun at the seaside.

Iolo Griffiths

InYourArea Community, Iolo Griffiths

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Memories of North Wales beaches over past years

Rhyl Beach Patrol pictured in 1995. Despite the apparent resemblance to Pamela Anderson's job on the TV show Baywatch, Beccy Evans and Angie Jackson can testify that the reality is not quite so glamorous

The beach at Barmouth, near the famous railway bridge across the estuary. circa 1977
An aerial view of Rhyl beach and promenade on May 18, 1959, with the crowds invading the beach
Red Wharf Bay, Isle of Anglesey, 14th August 1961.
These young ladies from Rhyl decided to have a picnic lunch on the prom in the lovely sunshine which bathed the town all day. They are - Barbara Tomlinson, Jackie Bevan, June Bennett, Allison Jones and Shiela Eaton. 12th May 1958.
Aberystwyth beach and promenade in the 1930s
Trearddur Bay beach. Probably in the early 20th century
Aberystwyth beach in the 1930s
Donkey rides on Llandudno beach in August, 1989
Pwllheli promenade and beach, circa 1955.

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