Discovering the Past
Workhouses were an important part of our communities even into the mid twentieth century and thanks to writers like Charles Dickens images of the workhouse spark the public imagination. Through these rules we can see the realities of everyday living in one of these institutions.
(45cms X 60cms; 17½” X 23½”)
Curious about the Victorian school room? This poster sets the scene.
(41cms X 63cms; 16¼” X 25″)
Perfect for train enthusiasts or historians of industry, when taking a look at the variation of plans we begin to see how beautiful these designs really are.
(70cms X 50cms; 27½” X 19½”)
Taken from an advertisement by the South Wales Steam Company, this poster gives us a fascinating insight into transatlantic emigration at the end of the nineteenth century.
(42cms X 61cms; 16½” X 24″)
This poster commemorates the meeting held in order to petition a grant for a new charter of incorporation for the borough of Cowbridge.
(41½cms X 59cms; 16¼” X 23½”)
Who needs to visit a tourist resort when you can buy your own? This poster endeavours to persuade us that Barry Island’s ‘naturally formed harbour’, ‘beautiful sand bay’ and ‘excellent modern hotel’ make a perfect investment opportunity.
(38cms X 55cms; 14¾” X 21½”)
For those researchers who have gone some way into their family tree or as inspiration to those starting out this A0 poster is a must. It allows you to follow each branch of your tree while displaying the information in an attractive manner.
(84.5cms X 121cms; 33½” X 48½”)
To Purchase
You can purchase these items in the following ways:
Glamorgan Archives
Clos Parc Morgannwg
Leckwith
Cardiff
CF11 8AW.
The following are accepted payment methods:
We regret that we are unable to accept cheques drawn on non-British banks.