Bryn Eglwys quarry, Dyfi Forest, Llanfihangel-y-Pennant, Gwynedd, Wales, UKi
| Regional Level Types | |
|---|---|
| Bryn Eglwys quarry | Quarry |
| Dyfi Forest | Forest |
| Llanfihangel-y-Pennant | Community |
| Gwynedd | County |
| Wales | Country |
| UK | Country |
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Latitude & Longitude (WGS84):
52° 37' 52'' North , 3° 55' 53'' West
Latitude & Longitude (decimal):
UK National Grid Reference:
SH693055
Type:
Köppen climate type:
Nearest Settlements:
| Place | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Upper Corris | 200 (2010) | 6.1km |
| Machynlleth | 2,235 (2017) | 7.1km |
| Llwyngwril | 526 (2017) | 11.1km |
| Fairbourne | 721 (2017) | 11.1km |
| Tywyn | 3,097 (2017) | 12.0km |
Mindat Locality ID:
223560
Long-form identifier:
mindat:1:2:223560:1
GUID (UUID V4):
143bdffd-e3d3-4178-a761-f9e9a4287a12
Other/historical names associated with this locality:
Merionethshire
The largest of several old slate quarries in Dyfi Forest.
First worked in the 1840s, the quarry remained in production until a serious collapse in the underground workings on December 26, 1946.
Located at the head of Nant Gwernol.
List of minerals for each chemical element
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