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Royals Honor 60 Years Since Aberfan Disaster
12 Oct
Summary
- The King, Queen, and Prince of Wales will attend Aberfan anniversary.
- They will commemorate 60 years since the devastating disaster.
- The visit includes Aberfan Memorial Garden and Community Centre.
The King, Queen, and Prince of Wales are set to visit Aberfan to mark the 60th anniversary of a devastating disaster. The event occurred on October 21, 1966, when a colliery spoil tip collapsed, engulfing Pantglas Junior School and nearby homes near Merthyr Tydfil, South Wales.
This tragic incident resulted in the loss of 116 children and 28 adults. The royal family's visit will include joining survivors and bereaved parents at the Aberfan Memorial Garden, located on the former school site, and the Aberfan and Merthyr Vale Community Centre.
The commemoration serves as a solemn tribute to those who perished and acknowledges the enduring impact of the disaster on the community. Queen Elizabeth II reportedly considered her reaction to the Aberfan disaster one of her reign's greatest regrets.
