The ‘Story of Halkyn’ Blog

19th May 2014

Caving Quotes – Series 2

"Thanks to the unusual layout of the drainage tunnels, in many places access comes from below. These slowly-decaying ladders offer a tantalising route into the oldest parts of the workings, but... Read More »

16th Apr 2014

Caving Quotes – Series 1

Powell's Lode Cavern beneath Rhosesmor “This naturally formed cavern has a deep lake, not visible on this photo as it is behind the camera. To visit the cavern, we had to climb 400ft... Read More »

21st Jan 0103

A New Garrison at the Fort

On this most dull and inclement morning I awoke to the sound of marching feet, I cannot say I’m not glad to have a reminder of home in this dank outpost but these young pups look more likely to be... Read More »