Blaenavon Iron Works, Industrial museum in Torfaen, Wales.
The Blaenavon Iron Works site contains three preserved blast furnaces, a foundry, and workers' cottages from the late 18th century industrial period.
The ironworks, established in 1789, pioneered the development of the Gilchrist-Thomas process for removing phosphorus from iron ore during steel production.
The furnished workers' cottages display the living conditions of different social classes during the industrial age, from basic dwellings to the manager's residence.
The site offers guided tours, educational programs, and interpretive displays explaining the iron-making process through restored machinery and industrial equipment.
The water balance tower lifted loaded wagons 80 feet high using a counterweight system, demonstrating early industrial engineering solutions.
Location: Torfaen
Operator: Cadw
GPS coordinates: 51.77691,-3.08940
Latest update: March 3, 2025 09:14
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