Local history societies

There are many local history societies in the old county of Glamorgan. Some focus on the history of a particular village, valley or town, while others cover a wider area. With a variety of events, speakers and excursions on offer, there is plenty to interest the local historian. Some societies also publish a journal or newsletter, with articles of local interest.

Below is a list of links to websites of local historical societies in Glamorgan. There you can find information about membership, activities and programmes of events.

• Bridgend Local History Society
• Caerphilly Local History Society
• Cydach Historical Society
• Cowbridge History Society
• Cwm Dulais Historical Society
• Cynon Valley History Society
• Dyffryn Clydach and Bryncoch Historical Society
• Gelligaer Historical Society
• Glynneath and Cwmgwrach Historical Society
• The Gower Society
• Grangetown Local History Society
• The Historical Association, Swansea Branch
• Kenfig Society
• Lisvane Historical Society
• Llanishen Local History Society
• Llantrisant and District Local History Society
• Llantwit Major History Society
• Llynfi Valley Historical Society
• Merthyr Tydfil Historical Society
• Neath Antiquarian Society
• Ogmore Valley Local History and Heritage Society
• Oystermouth Historical Association
• Pentyrch and District Local History Society
• Pontypridd Historical Society
• Port Talbot Historical Society
• Porthcawl Museum and Historical Society
• Radyr and Morganstown Local History Society
• Resolfen History Society
• Roath Local History Society
• Royal Institution of South Wales
• Ruperra Castle Preservation Trust
• Skewen and District Historical Society
• Swansea Valley History Society