Aberfan: Wales’ Enduring Coal Heritage 60 Years On

Aberfan: Wales’ enduring coal heritage 60 years on

21 October 2026 marks the 60th anniversary of when a colliery spoil tip in Aberfan, South Wales, collapsed after heavy rain. It slipped down the side of a hill, and engulfed Pantglas Junior School and surrounding homes. The disaster claimed the lives of 116 children and 28 adults. 60 years later, the shadow of Aberfan […] By The Canary

‘Death is not meant to run that fast’: Remembering Aberfan

Brad Evans Marking the 60th anniversary of the Aberfan disaster, this extract is published from the book How Black was my Valley (Repeater Press, 2025). The full chapter has been made available by the press and can be downloaded here.  The memorial service for the children of Aberfan lasted 13 minutes. What else could be […]