Madam,

In 1955 the RAF sent me to Llanbedr.

I had the experience of a village tranquil and quiet with its two grocery shops, a greengrocer, newsagent, post office, butcher, a men’s hairdresser, some small cafés, a clothing shop, an ironmonger, a garage and a pub.

I was billeted at Bron Meini where Mr and Mrs Arthur, and her mother Mrs Stephens, were all very kind to me.

She was a lady who spoke only Welsh but we still got along very well.

In the front there was a haberdashery shop, run by Jim Nelson.

The majority of the population were chapel-goers, all very friendly.

Their chapels were in Llanbedr and Gwynfryn. Such were those happy days.

So it is in their memory and heritage that Welsh chapels are preserved in an accepted manner.

There are many who will not say anything about the proposed plans for Moriah for fear of being accused of being prejudiced.

There are indeed possible benefits such as a boost to the local economy, although some may argue that there is no shortage of tourists in this area! However it is also possible that in the present volatile climate and the rather inappropriate, inaccessible site, a number of issues could arise, foreseen and unforeseen.

Residents who cherish our small, quiet and peaceful village would be upset if there was any trouble.

Yours etc, Chris Smith, Bryn Deiliog, Llanbedr.

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