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Carmarthen (Welsh Caerfyrddin - caer fort + Myrddin Moridunum, Merlin (origin disputed)) is the county town of Carmarthenshire, Wales. It is on the River Tywi and has a population of about 20,000.
History
Roman
When Britannia was a Roman province, Carmarthen was the civitas known as Moridunum (meaning sea fort) of the Celtic tribe known as the Demetae. Carmarthen is possibly the oldest town in Wales and was recorded by Ptolemy and in the Antonine Itinerary. The Roman fort can be seen still and is believed to date from AD75-77.Near the fort is Maridunum Demetarum, one of 7 surviving Roman amphitheatres in the United Kingdom. It was excavated in 1968. The arena itself is 46 by 27 meters; the circumference of the cavea seating area is 92 by 67 meters.*
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Carmarthen Baha'i Community - Community information and details of current activities.
Cerebra - Foundation for the Brain Injured Infant - Charity for children with neurological problems. Details of projects, jobs available and how to volunteer. Support network for parents and an extensive collection of links.
Meta Description: [ Cerebra funds research on Brain conditions and provides support to Parents, carers and professionals. ]
St Peter's Surgery - Doctor's practice, includes clinics, staff, opening times and medical advice
Meta Description: [ St Peter's Surgery - Meddygfa San Pedr - Doctor and Practice information ]
The SixThirty - An ecumenical fellowship of Christians belonging to many Churches and Chapels. Contact information.
Meta Description: [ The SixThirty fellowship, at St Johns Church Carmarthen for Christians of all denominations ]
Time Coffee Bar - Internet cafe in Nott Square. Photographs and description of services.
Meta Description: [ Time Coffee Bar and Cyber Cafe, Carmarthen ]
Ty Ni Family Centre Resourses - A charitable run organisation, based on helping children and parents improve their skills.
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