A time of reflection

by | Jan 2, 2015 | Uncategorised

For the winter solstice this year we decided to do something we had never done before; walk to the Minaun and welcome the rising sun as I imagine our forbearers in the distant past had.  I have to say I was nervous that anyone would be interested to come along,...

Christmas crib

by | Dec 26, 2014 | Christmas memories, Folklore

For me, if Christmas is about anything, it’s about family and about family traditions.  I think it’s how a family keeps Christmas that effectively gives it meaning, creates memories and makes it a special time of year. Christmas was a much simpler affair...

Origins of the placename Minaun

by | Dec 19, 2014 | Uncategorised

Recently I was asked for the origins of the placename Minaun.  The Minaun as we wrote about recently is not alone the highest piece of ground in the area, its the highest in the Barony of Gaultier.  For many years it has been a walking attraction and from...

“Old Folks” party

by | Dec 12, 2014 | Uncategorised

This weekend marks an renewal of an old tradition, the Senior Citizens party.  I recall many years back the parties going on in the Reading Room and as youngsters we passed by and could hear the voices and the music and do our best to avoid the cars...