Rhiwbach Quarry, Slate quarry in North Wales, Great Britain
The quarry contains eight underground levels connected by a network of tunnels and features a prominent engine house with a square chimney.
Operations started in 1812 on a southern site, later moving to the main location in the 1860s, continuing production until final closure in 1952.
The quarry settlement included houses, a shop, and a building that served as both school and chapel for the workers and their families.
The Rhiwbach Tramway, constructed in 1863, established a direct connection to Porthmadog, enabling efficient transportation of slate products via rail networks.
This quarry employed an upward-leading exit incline system powered by steam engines, making it one of only two quarries using this method.
GPS coordinates: 52.99770,-3.87990
Latest update: March 14, 2025 10:04
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