Swansea Docks is the collective name for several docks in Swansea, Wales, which are immediately south-east of Swansea city centre. In the mid-19th century, the port was exporting …

This website has been created by a group of local ex-docks employees with a view to providing a glimpse into the activities at Swansea & Port Talbot Docks in days gone by. Many contributors …

The North Dock closed in 1930 – although the North Dock Basin remained open until 1969 – and the South Dock closed in 1971, only to be thoroughly revitalised in later years as Swansea’s …

View of Swansea Docks in 1957. s.s. Almond Branch at Swansea Docks celebrating the coronation of King George V in 1911. She was torpedoed and sunk by the German submarine …

Jan 30, 2023 · Among the biggest changes have been those seen within the transport infrastructure, from the roads to the docks, and these photographs highlight just how different …

Follow this heritage trail to discover the history of Swansea’s docks and waterfront, and to find out about the current redevelopment of the area. Dilynwch y trywydd treftadaeth hwn i ddarganfod …

These first docks were ‘dry docks’ in the sense that they were merely shipping places cut into the river bank and lined with better quality wharves. There was no attempt to build lock gates to …

This collection of images celebrates the varied life of Swansea Bay from the mid 19th century to the present, from the busy docks of Port Talbot to The Mumbles.

Swansea Docks. Better transport facilites such as canals, tramways and railways, and even roads coupled with increased trade meant that Swansea had to improve its docks accomodation. So, …

Swansea Ramblers offer a range of walks for most abilities. Try an easy walk of 2-3 hours or our longer strenuous mountain walks for the experienced walker. Maybe you'd like to explore …