On Bonfires, Butlins and Being Welsh: Growing up in Pwllheli in the '50s and '60s

by Jos Simon

The author's memoirs of growing up on the Llŷn Peninsula in the 1950s and 1960s, bookended by memories from other members of the Pwllheli Facebook group which inspired the book.

240 pages, Paperback

Published April 20, 2022

Reviews

[Keith Astbury · Rating 4 out of 5]

I didn't grow up in Pwllheli in the 1950's or 60's. I did, however, live there as a young adult in the 1980's. So although much of this book is before my time there, I was able to picture a lot of the places - the streets, shops and - of course! - the pubs. And occasionally even some of the people (particularly the towns 'characters' of which there were quite a few!) I was also able to picture one of Jos Simon's brothers who contributes a few tales here and there. He's a friend of mine!
So, as you will see, I have a slightly biased view here, but Jos really does have a way with words and a refreshing honesty to go with it. I enjoyed this book more and more as it went on x

[Caroline Halford · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really nicely written memoirs of growing up in Pwllheli. Whether you once lived there or not, it’s a lovely and relatable read.