Clogau Quarry

Clogau Quarry (also known as the Berwyn Slate Quarry)[1] is a quarry which is a Site of Special Scientific Interest located in Denbighshire, Wales. It supports the Llangollen canal, along with the Oernant Quarry.[2] The quarry is used for hearths, worktops, tombstones and billiard tables.[3]

Not to be confused with Clogau Gold Mine.

Description

Clogau Quarry is located on the east side of Moel y Gamelin (also known as the Maesyrychen Mountain).[1] It's situated 1360 feet above sea level.[4]

History

The Clogau Quarry was first established in 1690,[3] making it one of the oldest quarries in Wales.[4] It is believed that the Quarry was never used until the 19th century.[1]

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References
  1. "BERWYN SLATE QUARRY;CLOGAU SLATE QUARRY | Coflein". www.coflein.gov.uk. Retrieved 2020-04-27.
  2. Gwyn, David (2015-05-06). Welsh Slate: Archaeology and History of an Industry. RCAHMW. p. 212. ISBN 978-1-871184-55-6.
  3. "Llangollen Museum : mining and quarrying". www.llangollenmuseum.org.uk. Retrieved 2020-04-27.
  4. "Welsh Slate Berwyn Slate Quarry - StoneContact.com". www.stonecontact.com. Retrieved 2020-04-27.
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