Summary of Oral History Interview with Angela Goodwin

Interview conducted by Year 5 pupils at Ysgol-Carreg-Hir Primary School, Briton Ferry, on March 19, 2024. Angela Goodwin (65) shares memories of her childhood, primarily from ages 7 to 12.

00:01:04 Angela describes her favorite childhood activities, including visiting the library, taking piano lessons, and getting weekly comics.

00:01:43 She discusses her favorite school subjects, particularly English, and recalls living next to a shop that her brother later converted back into a house.

00:02:12 Angela reflects on playtime, preferring reading and piano practice over dolls. She recounts how her father required her to finish practicing before playing outside with friends.

00:02:41 She reminisces about outdoor activities, noting the lack of computers and limited TV channels in her youth.

00:03:06 Angela shares memories of favorite sweets, playing shop with candy wrappers, and general childhood games.

00:04:47 She describes her childhood friendships and how she remains in contact with some friends today.

00:05:16 She comments on changes in shops over time, from small local stores to modern supermarkets.

00:06:08 Angela recalls community traditions, including attending Sunday school and local celebrations like King Charles III’s 1969 investiture.