💧 Unearth a Mystery Beneath the Upper Lliw Reservoir! 📚
Have you ever visited the majestic Upper Lliw Reservoir in Swansea, revelling in its serene beauty while completely unaware of the dark tale lurking beneath? 🌊
Rumour has it, a body could be buried within this imposing dam! Former councillor Ioan Richard, who grew up nearby, shares spine-tingling stories passed down over generations about the reservoir’s construction.
In the 1890s, this ambitious engineering project brought a bustling workforce from all around, turning the area into a hive of activity. Lodgers filled every cottage and farm, and the site even had its own miniature village of wooden bunkhouses for families and workers from across England and Ireland.
But with hard work came hard play. Enterprising locals saw business opportunities, like the landlady from Craigcefnparc who famously opened a camp tavern. 🥃 Let’s just say, the abundance of beer barrels led to quarrels and brawls among the navvies—and possibly something far more sinister. Allegedly, one fight ended fatally, with a body swiftly hidden in the dam’s depths. ⚔️
Ioan Richard believes this chilling tale has truth to it. At the time, such mishaps could be easily brushed aside with a simple “he moved on” explanation, as workers frequently travelled for new projects.
Now, as you stroll by the reservoir’s tranquil waters, consider its secrets. Above, remnants of a quarry and an old colliery stand silent, bearing witness to a vibrant yet shadowy past.
Next time you’re enjoying the stunning vistas of the Upper Lliw Reservoir, spare a thought for the stories beneath your feet. Could they be more than just folklore? 🕵️♂️💬
🔍 Take a dive into the history and mystery of this long-standing landmark while appreciating its beauty and the enigmas it may forever hold. 🌿