Anglesey History

Have you got your copy yet? Order a signed copy of my book Lighthouses of Wales direct from me at: lighthouses.wales/lighthouses-of…

It was fantastic to attend the opening last night to see the new Trysor exhibition of recent archaeological treasures on Anglesey at Oriel Môn. They have also revamped the history gallery with new displays of prehistoric artefacts. orielmon.org/en/exhibitions…

I'll be giving a talk about the Lighthouses of Wales on 15 April, 7pm, for Menai Heritage (across from Waitrose, Menai Bridge). All welcome! More info on my Lighthouses book at anglesey-history.co.uk/shop/lighthous…

Wales’ hidden place names brought to light nation.cymru/news/wales-hid…

St Cybi’s Church in Holyhead will welcome visitors on Saturday 11 April for a series of talks exploring the rich religious history of Holy Island. bangor.eglwysyngnghymru.org.uk/newyddion/2026…

I'll be giving a talk today (17 March, 2pm) about the Lighthouses of Wales at Pentraeth Memorial Hall; all welcome! I'll be selling copies of my book, also available on my website: lighthouses.wales/lighthouses-of…

I'll be giving a talk today (17 March, 2pm) about the Lighthouses of Wales at Pentraeth Memorial Hall; all welcome!

For #stainedglasssunday, a window from Llanbadrig Church on Anglesey, an Islamic-inspired design installed in a 14th century church during 1884 restorations funded by Henry Stanley, 3rd Baron of Alderley, diplomat to the Ottoman Empire and Muslim convert. anglesey-history.co.uk/places/churche…

On my way back to Anglesey from the National Library of Wales, Aberystwyth today, with a stop to see my favourite animals at the wonderful Arts & Crafts church of St Mark's, Brithdir, looked after by @friendschurches friendsoffriendlesschurches.org.uk/church/st-mark…

I enjoyed giving a talk about the Menai Suspension Bridge to the Th!nk Rhosneigr group last night, followed by good food and good company! If your group would like to hear one of my talks check out my website: warrenkovach.co.uk/public-speakin…

South Stack lighthouse was first lit #OnThisDay in 1809. Find out more about the lighthouse on my website lighthouses.wales/the-lighthouse…, and also my book Lighthouses of Wales : lighthouses.wales/lighthouses-of…

I picked up a few of the Menai Suspension Bridge Bicentenary souvenir coins this morning, ready to send to some bridge-loving friends. You can buy them for £5 (cash) each at the MB Town Council office at the Coed Cyrnol car park (9am-1pm, Mon-Thurs). facebook.com/permalink.php?…

‘It’s astonishing how well it has lasted’: Anglesey marks 200th anniversary of beloved bridge theguardian.com/uk-news/2026/j…

I thoroughly enjoyed all the excellent talks at the Menai Suspension Bridge Bicentenary History Day today at Bangor University, where I talked about the 1930s reconstruction of the bridge and its recent history. Many thanks to the organisers and other speakers.

Two hundred years ago #OnThisDay the magnificent Menai Suspension Bridge, designed by Thomas Telford, was opened. Read more about it on my web site: anglesey-history.co.uk/places/bridges/

Enjoy a day of talks celebrating the 200th anniversary of the Menai Suspension Bridge. I will be talking about the 1930s reconstruction and later works. At the Main Arts Lecture Theatre at Bangor University on 31 January: nation.cymru/culture/celebr…

I'll be giving a talk at the Menai Suspension Bridge Bicentenary History Day, 31 Jan, at the Main Arts Lecture Theatre, Bangor University, about "The 1930s reconstruction and later history". Find out more at: thebangoraye.com/celebration-at…

The lost Anglesey village wiped from the map by the Black Death dailypost.co.uk/news/north-wal…

I'm pleased to have my own Trwyn Du lighthouse!

Nadolig Llawen Pawb / Merry Christmas Everyone!