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The file includes manuscript and typescript copies of poems by John Ormond, 1969x1975, which appear to have been presented as gifts to Glyn Jones; copies of the script, 'Laughter before nightfall (or The man who rubbed the rainbow)', presented by Yr Academi Gymreig; a tribute to Graham Sutherland by John Ormond, 1980; press cuttings of obituaries of John Ormond, 1990, and copies of tributes by Glyn Jones and Dai Smith, 1990.

The file includes papers, [1950]x1971, 1977, pertaining to Jack Jones. These include drafts of a script, together with related notes, for a television programme about Jack Jones, 1977; notes by Glyn Jones of works by Jack Jones; a draft script, 1963, which appears to be a radio programme about Merthyr, illustrated through extracts of the works of Jack Jones and Glyn Jones (in the latter's hand); and a draft script by Glyn Jones about the life of Jack Jones [1950x1971].

The file comprises papers relating to the degree of Doctor in Litteris, honoris causa awarded by the University of Wales, 1974, including Professor T. J. Morgan's presentation of Glyn Jones, and related letters and cards. The correspondents include C. W. L. Bevan, Vice-Chancellor, University of Wales, J. Gareth Thomas, Registrar, University of Wales (6), Raymond Garlick, R. Brinley Jones, John Rowlands (2), Elwyn Davies, A. G. Prys-Jones and a card by John Elwyn. -- Also included is a programme for the degree ceremonies held at the University of Wales, Trinity College, Carmarthen, 1993, with a typescript address which appears to have been delivered by Tudor Bevan, who presented Glyn Jones to an Honorary Fellowship of Trinity College.

The file comprises papers which relate to an anthology of Anglo-Welsh poetry which Gwasg Gregynog intended to publish. Glyn Jones was invited to select poems for the volume and write an introductory note. The papers consist of lists and photocopies of selected poems, and correspondence, 1979-1983, mostly between Glyn Tegai Hughes of the Press and Glyn Jones. In addition to the anthology, the two volumes of translations of hen benillion by Glyn Jones published by Gwasg Gregynog, When the rose-bush brings forth apples (1980) and Honeydew on the Wormwood (1984), are also discussed. Some notes and draft letters are written on papers pertaining to Yr Academi Gymreig.

The file comprises cuttings, 1985-1994 (with gaps), mostly about, or containing references to, Glyn Jones, including reviews of his works, mainly Goodbye, what were you?, 1994. Also included in the volume are two letters, 1986 and 1994, one of which is addressed to Robin Reeves from Glenda Beagan.

The file mainly comprises photocopies and typescripts of works by Glyn Jones, [c. 1992], selected by him for 'Karl's climb and other perils', later published under the title Goodbye, what were you? (Llandysul, 1994), with typescript drafts of the foreword and bibliography, a photocopy of a review of the anthology [1994], and related letters, 1992 and 1994, and notes [1984x1994]. One notebook contains an interview between R? and G[lyn Jones], in the latter's hand, about his background and writings, [1985x1995].

The fonds comprises the literary and personal papers of Glyn Jones, 1814-1995 (with gaps), including manuscript and typescript drafts of poetry and prose works by him, related correspondence and press cuttings, radio scripts, talks and readings and adjudications. Also included are notes and articles pertaining to Glyn Jones, general correspondence and notebooks; various papers relating to members of his family; and works by other writers.

The file consists of a manuscript draft and radio script of the feature programme 'Gerard Manley Hopkins and Wales', broadcast during September 1951. In addition, the file contains related correspondence, 1951, including letters from Aneirin Talfan Davies (3), and copies of the radio scripts by Aneirin Talfan Davies, 'Y Bardd o Swydd Dorset' and 'William Barnes, the Dorset poet', 1950, which contain references to Gerard Manley Hopkins.

The file comprises various financial papers, 1943-1994 (with gaps), including contract forms for scripts, or the use of material, by Glyn Jones, and for television and radio programmes in which he participated, 1952-1987 (with gaps).

The series comprises papers, 1814-[1995] (with gaps), pertaining to various members of Glyn Jones's family, including his parents and paternal grandfather David William Jones ('Llwch Haiarn').

The file comprises cuttings about, or which contain references to, Glyn Jones, including reviews of his works, 1944-1988 (with gaps).

The file comprises various cuttings which contain references to Glyn Jones and reviews of his works, 1932 and 1942-1975 (with some gaps).

Correspondence, 1931-1995, addressed to Glyn Jones, with draft replies by him. Many letters relate to his literary career and his broadcasting work; also included is personal correspondence.

The file comprises correspondence, 1981-1982, including draft letters by Glyn Jones, mainly regarding the purchase of the manuscripts and books of Gwyn Thomas by the National Library of Wales, and the publication of a proposed volume of the short stories of Gwyn Thomas by the Poetry Wales Press (Glyn Jones being one of Gwyn Thomas' literary trustees). Drafts of letters are written on various manuscript and printed notes, including some papers pertaining to Yr Academi Gymreig.

The file comprises correspondence, including draft letters by Glyn Jones, 1923-1994 (with gaps), mostly personal letters which appear to be from friends and relatives. Some items also relate to literary works, broadcasts etc. by him, and to his position as member of the Drama Sub-committee of the Arts Council of Great Britain Welsh Committee, 1961-1962, and as a member of Yr Academi Gymreig (English Language Section), 1978-1979, 1981. Among the correspondents are Roland Mathias, Aneirin Talfan Davies, Elwyn Evans, John Elwyn (2), John Greve (3, including a copy of a talk by him on the work of Glyn Jones, broadcast 1958), John Ackerman Jones, Leslie Norris (3), and John Ormond. Some letters are addressed to newspaper editors and a few were sent by various correspondents to Doreen Jones. In addition, the file includes lists of letters sent and received by Glyn Jones, 1960x1985.

Includes letters from Meurig Walters (9), J. P. Ward (3), Vernon Watkins (6), Harri Webb (9), [?] Geoffrey West (2), Laurence Whistler, Alun Llywelyn-Williams (12), Barbara Prys-Williams (2), Gareth Williams, Gwyn Williams (5), Herbert Williams (4), Huw Menai (16), John Stuart Williams (4), Kyffin Williams (2), Morris T. Williams (3), and Woodrow Wyatt (7).

Includes letters from Aled Vaughan (18).

Includes letters from T. Tambimuttu (4), Elwyn Thomas (6), Gwyn Thomas (19), M. Wynn Thomas (4), Ned Thomas (12), Rachel Thomas (3), Robert Thomas (2), R. S. Thomas (3), Henry Treece (9), and John Tripp (27).

Includes letters from Derek Savage (97), Howard Sergeant (9), Jon Silkin (8), Alan Sillitoe (4), Mercer Simpson (17), Dai Smith (5), Elan Closs Stephens (5), Meic Stephens (71), and Julian Symons (13).