Cwmorthin Quarry - JHLPHOTOGRAPHY

Cwmorthin Quarry

Cwmorthin Quarry is located west of Tanygrisiau, Wales. Quarrying on the site commenced in 1810. In 1860 Cwmorthin was connected to the Ffestiniog Railway. In 1900 it was acquired by the nearby Oakeley Quarry and the two were connected underground. In 1970 it closed along with Oakeley. Some working recommenced in the 1980s and continued until finally closing in 1997.

Cwmorthin Quarry, Tanygrisiau, Gwynedd, Wales - February 22, 2019
The access gate - I had a brief visit to the quarry - with just around 45 minutes to climb the access track and have a quick look around. I must return again!
Cwmorthin Quarry, Tanygrisiau, Gwynedd, Wales - February 22, 2019
The access track to Tanygrisiau curves off to the right. The route of a spoil tramway can be seen diverging to the left.