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Penrhyn Collection

"Discover the Majestic Penrhyn: Wales' Largest Slate Quarry in Bethesda

Background imagePenrhyn Collection: Penrhyn quarry, the largest slate quarry in Wales, Bethesda, Snowdonia

Penrhyn quarry, the largest slate quarry in Wales, Bethesda, Snowdonia, North Wales, Wales, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imagePenrhyn Collection: Penrhyn Slate Quarries

Penrhyn Slate Quarries
View of the Penrhyn slate quarries at Bethesda, Gwynnedd. Date: early 20th century

Background imagePenrhyn Collection: Europe, United Kingdom, Wales, Penrhyn Castle

Europe, United Kingdom, Wales, Penrhyn Castle

Background imagePenrhyn Collection: Penrhyn Slate Quarry near Bethesda Victorian period

Penrhyn Slate Quarry near Bethesda Victorian period

Background imagePenrhyn Collection: Penrhyn slate quarry, Victorian period

Penrhyn slate quarry, Victorian period

Background imagePenrhyn Collection: Penrhyn Slate Quarry Wales Victorian period

Penrhyn Slate Quarry Wales Victorian period

Background imagePenrhyn Collection: Bertrand Russell, 3rd Earl Russell (1872-1970)

Bertrand Russell, 3rd Earl Russell (1872-1970), British philosopher and author -- a large book open at a page of architectural illustrations in the study of his home, Plas Penrhyn, Wales

Background imagePenrhyn Collection: Slate Quarries - Penrhyn, Wales

Slate Quarries - Penrhyn, Wales
Slate Quarries - Penrhyn, Bethesda, North Wales near Bangor. Date: circa 1910s

Background imagePenrhyn Collection: Penrhyn Slate Quarries, near Bethesda, North Wales (engraving)

Penrhyn Slate Quarries, near Bethesda, North Wales (engraving)
3100195 Penrhyn Slate Quarries, near Bethesda, North Wales (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Penrhyn Slate Quarries, near Bethesda, North Wales)

Background imagePenrhyn Collection: Public arms: Malmesbury; Newry; Penrhyn; Bridgwater; Wokingham (engraving)

Public arms: Malmesbury; Newry; Penrhyn; Bridgwater; Wokingham (engraving)
6008973 Public arms: Malmesbury; Newry; Penrhyn; Bridgwater; Wokingham (engraving) by English School

Background imagePenrhyn Collection: Anglesey LL67 0 Map

Anglesey LL67 0 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Anglesey LL67 0

Background imagePenrhyn Collection: Gwynedd LL48 6 Map

Gwynedd LL48 6 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Gwynedd LL48 6

Background imagePenrhyn Collection: Wrexham LL13 0 Map

Wrexham LL13 0 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Wrexham LL13 0

Background imagePenrhyn Collection: Flintshire CH8 7 Map

Flintshire CH8 7 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Flintshire CH8 7

Background imagePenrhyn Collection: Steam engine for the Hon Lord Penrhyn, Jamaica

Steam engine for the Hon Lord Penrhyn, Jamaica

Background imagePenrhyn Collection: Penrhyn tomb, Llandegai Church, North Wales

Penrhyn tomb, Llandegai Church, North Wales
Detail of the Penrhyn tomb in Llandegai (or Llandygai) Church, near Bangor, Caernarvonshire (now Gwynedd), North Wales

Background imagePenrhyn Collection: Penrhyn Castle 1879

Penrhyn Castle 1879
Penrhyn Castle Date: 1879

Background imagePenrhyn Collection: Happy Valley, Llandudno, Caernarvonshire

Happy Valley, Llandudno, Caernarvonshire
Happy Valley, Llandudno, near Penrhyn Bay, Caernarvonshire, Wales. Date: 1907

Background imagePenrhyn Collection: Arthur Stanley, Dean

Arthur Stanley, Dean
Monsignor THOMAS JOHN CAPEL Irish-American Catholic churchman. Date: 1836 - 1911

Background imagePenrhyn Collection: Edward Baron Penrhyn

Edward Baron Penrhyn
EDWARD GORDON DOUGLAS-PENNANT, first baron PENRHYN owner of slate quarries in Wales Date: 1800 - 1886

Background imagePenrhyn Collection: POSTER: WOMEN, 1902. Two women. Poster by Penrhyn Stanlaws, 1902

POSTER: WOMEN, 1902. Two women. Poster by Penrhyn Stanlaws, 1902

Background imagePenrhyn Collection: POSTER: SUMMER, 1907. Summer. Poster by Penrhyn Stanlaws, 1907

POSTER: SUMMER, 1907. Summer. Poster by Penrhyn Stanlaws, 1907

Background imagePenrhyn Collection: POSTER: SPRING, 1907. Spring. Poster by Penrhyn Stanlaws, 1907

POSTER: SPRING, 1907. Spring. Poster by Penrhyn Stanlaws, 1907

Background imagePenrhyn Collection: POSTER: WINTER, 1907. Winter. Poster by Penrhyn Stanlaws, 1907

POSTER: WINTER, 1907. Winter. Poster by Penrhyn Stanlaws, 1907

Background imagePenrhyn Collection: POSTER: AUTUMN, 1907. Autumn. Poster by Penrhyn Stanlaws, 1907

POSTER: AUTUMN, 1907. Autumn. Poster by Penrhyn Stanlaws, 1907

Background imagePenrhyn Collection: ARTIST AND MODEL, c1905. American actress Beatrice Swanson in the studio of painter

ARTIST AND MODEL, c1905. American actress Beatrice Swanson in the studio of painter and illustrator Penrhyn Stanlaws

Background imagePenrhyn Collection: YOUNG SOCIETY WOMAN, 1899. An American society girl. Drawing by Penrhyn Stanlaws, 1899

YOUNG SOCIETY WOMAN, 1899. An American society girl. Drawing by Penrhyn Stanlaws, 1899

Background imagePenrhyn Collection: Penrhyn Castle, Bangor, Wales

Penrhyn Castle, Bangor, Wales. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Background imagePenrhyn Collection: Penrhyn Flood 1945

Penrhyn Flood 1945
Sea damage at Penrhyn Bay, Caernarvonshire, Wales, along part of the tramway from Colwyn Bay and Llandudno. Date: October 1945

Background imagePenrhyn Collection: Steam engine for the Hon Lord Penrhyn, Jamaica

Steam engine for the Hon Lord Penrhyn, Jamaica
Plan of a steam engine for the Ho Lord Penryn, Jamaica Date: 1796

Background imagePenrhyn Collection: Penrhyn Slate Quarry - Wales

Penrhyn Slate Quarry - Wales

Background imagePenrhyn Collection: Cherubs on Penrhyn tomb, Llandegai Church, North Wales

Cherubs on Penrhyn tomb, Llandegai Church, North Wales
A detail of cherubs splitting slate on the bas relief of the Penrhyn tomb in Llandegai (or Llandygai) Church, near Bangor, Caernarvonshire (now Gwynedd), North Wales

Background imagePenrhyn Collection: Penrhyn Castle / Wales

Penrhyn Castle / Wales
The view across the fields toward this fortified manor house, which was expanded and transformed in the form of a Norman Castle by Thomas Hopper in the mid 19th century

Background imagePenrhyn Collection: Penrhyn Quarries - 1

Penrhyn Quarries - 1
The slate quarries at Penrhyn, Bethesda, Anglesey, Wales. (1 of 3)

Background imagePenrhyn Collection: Penrhyn Quarries - 3

Penrhyn Quarries - 3
The slate quarries at Penrhyn, Bethesda, Anglesey, Wales. (3 of 3)

Background imagePenrhyn Collection: Penrhyn Quarries - 2

Penrhyn Quarries - 2
The slate quarries at Penrhyn, Bethesda, Anglesey, Wales. (2 of 3)

Background imagePenrhyn Collection: Penrhyn Castle, Snowdonia, Gwynedd, north Wales, United Kingdom, Europe

Penrhyn Castle, Snowdonia, Gwynedd, north Wales, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imagePenrhyn Collection: Ap Stanley / Vfair 1872

Ap Stanley / Vfair 1872
ARTHUR PENRHYN STANLEY Dean of Westminster


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"Discover the Majestic Penrhyn: Wales' Largest Slate Quarry in Bethesda, Snowdonia" Step back in time to the Victorian period and witness the grandeur Slate Quarry near Bethesda. This historic landmark played a significant role in shaping Wales' industrial heritage as it operated as the largest slate quarry in the country. Its vast size and impressive architecture are a testament to its importance during this era. Not only was Penrhyn Slate Quarry renowned for its production, but it also attracted notable figures like Bertrand Russell, 3rd Earl Russell. In his study at Plas Penrhyn, Wales, he immersed himself in knowledge with an open book filled with architectural illustrations from across Europe. The late 1960s witnessed this intellectual's fascination with history and design. As you explore this magnificent site nestled within Snowdonia National Park, you'll be captivated by its sheer beauty and scale. From towering cliffs to deep quarries that stretch as far as the eye can see, Penrhyn leaves visitors awe-inspired by nature's wonders combined with human craftsmanship. Beyond its historical significance lies another gem - Penrhyn Castle. Located nearby amidst lush landscapes, this enchanting castle stands proudly as a symbol of wealth and power associated with slate mining during the Victorian period. Embark on a journey through time at Penrhyn Slate Quarry near Bethesda; let yourself be transported to an era where industry thrived against breathtaking Welsh scenery.

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