Private Snowdonia's Industrial Heritage & Slate Trail Tour

Conwy, GB

Highlights

  • Dramatic Penrhyn Quarry and its slate industry
  • Spectacular views of Llyn Ogwen and its ancient myths
  • Snowdonia National Park's iconic panoramic view
  • Exploring the remarkable Sygun Copper Mine
  • Immersing in the hardships of past quarry life at the National Slate Museum

Meeting Point

Llandudno Train Station (Red bus stop directly outside main entrance)

Meeting point

Augusta St, Llandudno LL30 2AF , United Kingdom

End point

End Point

Llandudno Train Station (Red bus stop directly outside main entrance)

Meeting point

Augusta St, Llandudno LL30 2AF , United Kingdom

End point

What to expect

1

Castell Conwy

We pass through the old castle town of Conwy. We will see the towering ancient castle and the beautiful Conwy estuary and historic village

2

Zip World Penrhyn Quarry

Our first stop is the dramatic Penrhyn Quarry. Here we see first hand the early beginnings of the slate industry, and how the modern era now uses these dramatic landscapes and lakes for the adrenaline and adventure industry.

Duration 30 minutes
3

Nant Ffrancon Pass

We drive through this glacial valley carved out during the last ice age. Here the mountains tower around us.

4

Llyn Ogwen

This spectacular driving route and views,and passing the famous lake, we reveal ancient myths and legends of this area and location.

5

Snowdonia-Eryri National Park

Snowdonias most iconic view without climbing the summit. Snowdonia viewpoint has a 360 panoramic spectacular photo opportunity

Duration 5 minutes
6

Sygun Copper Mine

Sygun Copper Mine is one of the wonders of Wales – a remarkable and impressive example of how our precious industrial heritage can be reclaimed, restored and transformed into an outstanding attraction. A self-guided audiovisual tours allow you to explore the old workings on foot. There are winding tunnels and large, colorful chambers, magnificent stalactite and stalagmite formations and copper ore veins which contain traces of gold, silver and other precious metals.

Duration 75 minutes
Admission Admission Not Included
7

Aberglaslyn Pass

Another breathtaking drive down traditional snowdonia farmland, lakes and history surrounding us everywhere

8

Dorothea Quarry

Take a gentle 2 mile stroll around the disused quarry. There are many old buildings and ruins, tunnels and a Cornish Beam Engine to explore, as well as flooded mines and an insight to the history of slate mining in years gone by.

Duration 90 minutes
9

Dinorwig Slate Quarry

This place will literally blow your mind. The workings of men practically everywhere, the views, the now empty and disused old buildings and machinery left within. The old barracks where workers would live in freezing cramped conditions. This is a place where all wish to return.

Duration 70 minutes
10

National Slate Museum

Visit our Slate Museum. Set within some of the most spectacular scenery in North Wales . The slate industry was one of the main economic motors of Wales. Step back in time and immerse yourself in a variety of talks and demonstrations to give you a real insight into the hardships of past quarry life.

Duration 60 minutes

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

  • Additional information
    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Additional information
    Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Additional information
    Participants should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Provided by Adventure Tour Snowdonia

What our experts say

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    Don't miss the Sygun Copper Mine!
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    Wear comfortable shoes for walking.
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    Capture 360-degree views at Snowdon.
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    Consider lunch at a local pub in Beddgelert.
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    Check out the National Slate Museum nearby.

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