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{{short description|village in South Wales, United Kingdom}}
{{Short description|Village in South Wales}}
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| population = 12,301
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'''Tonyrefail''' is a village and [[community (Wales)|community]] in the [[Rhondda Cynon Taf|Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough]], [[South Wales]], at the head of the [[River Ely]],. It is situated {{convert|4|mi}} northwest of [[Llantrisant]], around {{convert|1.5|mi}} from [[Trebanog]] and around {{convert|2|mi}} from [[Williamstown, Rhondda Cynon Taf|Williamstown]]. Tonyrefail was a rural [[hamlet (place)|hamlet]] and evolved into an industrial village during the second half of the 19th century, when coal and steel became synonymous with the [[South Wales Valleys]]. It now has a population of 11,035.<ref>[http://www.neighbourhood.statistics.gov.uk/dissemination/viewFullDataset.do?instanceSelection=03070&productId=779&$ph=60_61&datasetInstanceId=3070&startColumn=1&numberOfColumns=8&containerAreaId=790573 Office for National Statistics : ''Census 2001 : Parish Headcounts : Rhondda Cynon Taf''] Retrieved 9 January 2010</ref>
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'''Tonyrefail''' ({{IPA|cy|tɔnərˈɛvai̯l}}) is a village and [[community (Wales)|community]] in the [[Rhondda Cynon Taf|Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough]], [[Wales]]. It is situated at the head of the [[River Ely]]; {{convert|4|mi}} northwest of [[Llantrisant]], about {{convert|1.5|mi}} from [[Trebanog]] and about {{convert|2|mi}} from [[Williamstown, Rhondda Cynon Taf|Williamstown]]. During the second half of the 19th century, when coal and steel became synonymous with the [[South Wales Valleys]], Tonyrefail evolved from being a rural [[hamlet (place)|hamlet]] to an industrial village. The population at the 2001 census was 11,035.<ref>[http://www.neighbourhood.statistics.gov.uk/dissemination/viewFullDataset.do?instanceSelection=03070&productId=779&$ph=60_61&datasetInstanceId=3070&startColumn=1&numberOfColumns=8&containerAreaId=790573 Office for National Statistics : ''Census 2001 : Parish Headcounts : Rhondda Cynon Taf''] Retrieved 9 January 2010</ref>


== Toponymy ==
== Toponymy ==
Tonyrefail derives from the [[Welsh language|Welsh]] ''Ton yr Efail'' meaning ''the forge on the meadow (lea)''. From ''ton'', meaning lea or [[grassland]] and ''efail'' meaning forge.
Tonyrefail derives from the [[Welsh language|Welsh]] ''Ton yr Efail'' meaning ''lay-land of the smithy ''. From ''ton'', meaning lay-land and ''gefail'' meaning smithy.


== History ==
== History ==
Tonyrefail was a dairy farming and livestock raising area, and many early farmhouses still exist today.<ref>''The Welsh Academy Encyclopaedia of Wales''. [[John Davies (historian)|John Davies]], [[Nigel Jenkins]], Menna Baines and Peredur Lynch (2008) pg874 {{ISBN|978-0-7083-1953-6}}</ref> This was in stark contrast to the nearby valleys, that were forced to adopt arable and sheep farming activities due to their hilly geography. Early industrialisation began in the late 18th century around a corn mill and woollen factory, but it wasn't until deep [[coal mining]] began that employment grew on a large scale. At [[Mining in Wales|its peak]] Coedely Colliery employed nearly 1,800 men which not only changed the face of Tonyrefail, but also created the establishment of nearby colliery settlements such as [[Coedely]] and [[Bryngolau]].<ref name="Lewis4">Lewis (1971), pg 4.</ref> It was once a busy town in its own right as well as serving the communities of Coedely, [[Trebanog]] and [[Gilfach Goch]].
Tonyrefail was a dairy farming and livestock raising area, and many early farmhouses still exist today.<ref>''The Welsh Academy Encyclopaedia of Wales''. [[John Davies (historian)|John Davies]], [[Nigel Jenkins]], Menna Baines and Peredur Lynch (2008) pg874 {{ISBN|978-0-7083-1953-6}}</ref> This was in stark contrast to the nearby valleys, that were forced to adopt arable and sheep farming activities due to their hilly geography. Early industrialisation began in the late 18th century around a corn mill and woollen factory, but it wasn't until deep [[coal mining]] began that employment grew on a large scale. At [[Mining in Wales|its peak]] Coedely Colliery employed nearly 1,800 men which not only changed the face of Tonyrefail, but also created the establishment of nearby colliery settlements such as [[Coedely]] and Bryngolau.<ref name="Lewis4">Lewis (1971), pg 4.</ref> It was once a busy town in its own right as well as serving the communities of Coedely, [[Trebanog]] and [[Gilfach Goch]].


It is widely believed that King [[Edward II]] was captured by forces loyal to Queen Isabella near Tonyrefail in 1326.
It is widely believed that King [[Edward II]] was captured by forces loyal to Queen Isabella near Tonyrefail in 1326.

==Governance==
At the lowest tier of local government, Tonyrefail elects a community council, Tonyrefail & District Community Council. The community is divided into six community [[electoral wards]]: Coedely, Collenna, Penrhiwfer, Thomastown, Tylcha and Tyn-y-Bryn.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.tonyrefail-cc.gov.wales/news/ |title=New Community Councillors |date=9 May 2022 |publisher=Tonyrefail & District Community Council |access-date=25 June 2022 }}</ref>

The community of Tonyrefail is divided into two county borough wards, [[Tonyrefail East]] and Tonyrefail West, for elections to [[Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council]].


== Buildings of note ==
== Buildings of note ==
One of the most notable buildings in Tonyrefail is Collenna House, a three story mansion originally built in 1093, which overlooks the village. The house is believed to have been built by the Welsh noble, [[Einion ap Collwyn]] who after a dispute with [[Iestyn ab Gwrgant]], married Iestyn's only daughter, Nest. The two are said to have set up home at Collenna House and it was around this time that they founded the old church of St. John.<ref name="Lewis9">Lewis (1971), pg 9.</ref> Collenna House would eventually become home to the Prichard family, who trace their line back to the house's original [[Normans|Norman]] occupants. One of the more notable members of the Prichard family, who would eventually die at Collenna house, was Reverend Richard Prichard, Vicar of Llandaff.<ref name="Lewis9"/> His son, [[John Prichard]] was a renowned Welsh architect who was responsible for restoration work at [[Llandaff Cathedral]] and many other local churches. To the southwest is [[Mynydd Maendy]], a hill top which contains a wind farm; the admin offices are situated in Tonyrefail. During May 2013 the listed Savoy Theatre, situated on Collenna Road, received permission from Rhondda Cynon Taff County Borough Council's Development Control Committee to re-open, having been closed for some 10 years before.<ref>http://www.walesonline.co.uk/news/local-news/true-passion-play-couples-dream-3182677</ref>
One of the most notable buildings in Tonyrefail is Collenna House, a three-story mansion originally built in 1093, which overlooks the village. The house is believed to have been built by the Welsh noble, [[Einion ap Collwyn]] who after a dispute with [[Iestyn ab Gwrgant]], married Iestyn's only daughter, Nest. The two are said to have set up home at Collenna House and it was around this time that they founded the old church of St. John.<ref name="Lewis9">Lewis (1971), pg 9.</ref> Collenna House would eventually become home to the Prichard family, who trace their line back to the house's original [[Normans|Norman]] occupants. One of the more notable members of the Prichard family, who would eventually die at Collenna house, was Reverend Richard Prichard, Vicar of Llandaff.<ref name="Lewis9"/> His son, [[John Prichard]] was a renowned Welsh architect who was responsible for restoration work at [[Llandaff Cathedral]] and many other local churches. To the southwest is [[Mynydd Maendy]], a hill top which contains a wind farm; the admin offices are situated in Tonyrefail. During May 2013 the listed Savoy Theatre, situated on Collenna Road, received permission from Rhondda Cynon Taff County Borough Council's Development Control Committee to re-open, having been closed for some 10 years before.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.walesonline.co.uk/news/local-news/true-passion-play-couples-dream-3182677|title = A true passion play: Couple's dream to turn a derelict building into a community theatre|date = 28 April 2013}}</ref>


== Notable people ==
== Notable people ==
:''See [[:Category:People from Tonyrefail]]''
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*[[Matthew Rees]], Wales and British Lions international RFU player.
*[[Alex Davies-Jones]], [[Labour Party (UK)|Labour]] [[Member of Parliament (United Kingdom)|MP]] for [[Pontypridd (UK Parliament constituency)|Pontypridd]].
*[[Gilbert Hanks]], Wales Senior Table Tennis Champion of the Six Nations. Competing in World Championships 2016.
*[[Dick Hellings]], Collier, forward for Llwynypia RFC, international forward for Wales (1898-1901) who helped secure their [[Triple Crown (rugby union)|Triple Crown]] win (1900).
*[[Dick Hellings]], Collier, forward for Llwynypia RFC, international forward for Wales (1898-1901) who helped secure their [[Triple Crown (rugby union)|Triple Crown]] win (1900).
*[[Jeffrey John]], Church of England priest and first openly gay bishop-designate.
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*[[Matthew Rees]], Wales and British Lions international rugby union player.
*[[Vaughan Jones (footballer)|Vaughan Jones]], footballer


== External links ==
== External links ==
* [http://www.tonyrefail.cc/ Tonyrefail & District Community Council Website]
* [http://www.tonyrefail.cc/ Tonyrefail & District Community Council Website]
* [https://www.geograph.org.uk/search.php?i=2751934 www.geograph.co.uk : photos of Tonyrefail and surrounding area]
* [http://www.welshcoalmines.co.uk/ Welsh Coal Mines website]
* [http://www.TonyrefailRugby.co.uk/ Tonyrefail Rugby Club website]


== Bibliography ==
== Bibliography ==
* {{cite book |last=Lewis |first=Dillwyn |coauthors= |title= A History of Tonyrefail |year=1971 |publisher=The Starling Press Limited |location=Risca |isbn=}}
* {{cite book |last=Lewis |first=Dillwyn |title= A History of Tonyrefail |year=1971 |publisher=The Starling Press Limited |location=Risca }}


== References ==
== References ==
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51°35′02″N 3°25′50″W / 51.583973°N 3.430554°W / 51.583973; -3.430554

Tonyrefail (Welsh pronunciation: [tɔnərˈɛvai̯l]) is a village and community in the Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough, Wales. It is situated at the head of the River Ely; 4 miles (6.4 km) northwest of Llantrisant, about 1.5 miles (2.4 km) from Trebanog and about 2 miles (3.2 km) from Williamstown. During the second half of the 19th century, when coal and steel became synonymous with the South Wales Valleys, Tonyrefail evolved from being a rural hamlet to an industrial village. The population at the 2001 census was 11,035.[2]

Toponymy

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Tonyrefail derives from the Welsh Ton yr Efail meaning lay-land of the smithy . From ton, meaning lay-land and gefail meaning smithy.

History

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Tonyrefail was a dairy farming and livestock raising area, and many early farmhouses still exist today.[3] This was in stark contrast to the nearby valleys, that were forced to adopt arable and sheep farming activities due to their hilly geography. Early industrialisation began in the late 18th century around a corn mill and woollen factory, but it wasn't until deep coal mining began that employment grew on a large scale. At its peak Coedely Colliery employed nearly 1,800 men which not only changed the face of Tonyrefail, but also created the establishment of nearby colliery settlements such as Coedely and Bryngolau.[4] It was once a busy town in its own right as well as serving the communities of Coedely, Trebanog and Gilfach Goch.

It is widely believed that King Edward II was captured by forces loyal to Queen Isabella near Tonyrefail in 1326.

Governance

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At the lowest tier of local government, Tonyrefail elects a community council, Tonyrefail & District Community Council. The community is divided into six community electoral wards: Coedely, Collenna, Penrhiwfer, Thomastown, Tylcha and Tyn-y-Bryn.[5]

The community of Tonyrefail is divided into two county borough wards, Tonyrefail East and Tonyrefail West, for elections to Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council.

Buildings of note

[edit]

One of the most notable buildings in Tonyrefail is Collenna House, a three-story mansion originally built in 1093, which overlooks the village. The house is believed to have been built by the Welsh noble, Einion ap Collwyn who after a dispute with Iestyn ab Gwrgant, married Iestyn's only daughter, Nest. The two are said to have set up home at Collenna House and it was around this time that they founded the old church of St. John.[6] Collenna House would eventually become home to the Prichard family, who trace their line back to the house's original Norman occupants. One of the more notable members of the Prichard family, who would eventually die at Collenna house, was Reverend Richard Prichard, Vicar of Llandaff.[6] His son, John Prichard was a renowned Welsh architect who was responsible for restoration work at Llandaff Cathedral and many other local churches. To the southwest is Mynydd Maendy, a hill top which contains a wind farm; the admin offices are situated in Tonyrefail. During May 2013 the listed Savoy Theatre, situated on Collenna Road, received permission from Rhondda Cynon Taff County Borough Council's Development Control Committee to re-open, having been closed for some 10 years before.[7]

Notable people

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See Category:People from Tonyrefail
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Bibliography

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  • Lewis, Dillwyn (1971). A History of Tonyrefail. Risca: The Starling Press Limited.

References

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  1. ^ "Community population 2011". Retrieved 17 November 2015.
  2. ^ Office for National Statistics : Census 2001 : Parish Headcounts : Rhondda Cynon Taf Retrieved 9 January 2010
  3. ^ The Welsh Academy Encyclopaedia of Wales. John Davies, Nigel Jenkins, Menna Baines and Peredur Lynch (2008) pg874 ISBN 978-0-7083-1953-6
  4. ^ Lewis (1971), pg 4.
  5. ^ "New Community Councillors". Tonyrefail & District Community Council. 9 May 2022. Retrieved 25 June 2022.
  6. ^ a b Lewis (1971), pg 9.
  7. ^ "A true passion play: Couple's dream to turn a derelict building into a community theatre". 28 April 2013.
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