What is recorded here
This blue commemorative plaque records: Arferai'r person cyntaf o Gymru i nofio'r Sianel nofio a dysgu yma. Jenny James 1927-2014 first Welsh person to swim the English Channel swam and taught here Recorded plaque organisation: Heritage Lottery Fund.
Jenny James was the first Welsh person to swim the English Channel; she both swam and taught at this pool, inspiring many.
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