Pontypool Museum - Amgueddfa Pont-y-pwl

The Dobell-Moseley Library and Archive

The Dobell-Moseley Library is run by volunteers to provide reference and research and to answer enquiries from the general public. This facility, sited within the Pontypool Museum building, contains Torfaen Museum Trust’s own archive and other resources including:

Researchers in the Libary

  • Ephemera, articles & journals relating to the Torfaen Valley
  • Documents
  • Photographs, negatives and slides
  • Maps and plans
  • Local newspapers
  • Books relating to the local area & people, or by local authors

Recently the Library has also commenced a programme of collecting books, papers and journals relating to museology, as well as area guides and initiatives, video and audio tapes (including oral history recordings). Enquiries, searches and general information can be researched by volunteers on the Blaenavon - Pontypool - Cwmbran area and the Library is also available for all researchers by appointment at the times listed below:

Library Opening Times

 

The library is usually open on Wednesday and Thursday mornings - please contact us to confirm availability and to book an appointment.

Charges for researched enquiries and photocopying services available on request.