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Dolaucothi Gold Mine (Llanwrda)
 Dolaucothi Gold Mine (Llanwrda) ... Guided tours of the underground workings and exhibition on gold.Newest Review: ... site that quite compares to Dolaucothi and, even if you've seen all you think you can see in terms of Welsh mining you won't have done so until you've been here. Compared to the slate and coal mines of North and South Wales Dolaucothi seems so very small and yet the technology that was employed here (particularly in relation to hydraulic mining) puts the larger cousins to shame. The site is ... more ... suitable for children who are old enough to walk themselves through the tunnels and stairs - it's not suitable for very young children (and at busy times those under 5 may be denied entrance). All must wear hard hats (provided)and stout shoes are pret...more |
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Dolaucothi Gold Mine (Llanwrda): THERE'S GOLD IN THEM THERE HILLS (583 words)
by - written on 09/07/09 (Very useful, 75 readings)
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If you think of mining in Wales you normally think of huge slag heaps and grey countryside. Think again when you think of gold mining. Dolaucothi is a small site in terms of mining but exceptionally pretty, overlooking the Cothi Valley in mid-Wales. Workings in the mines date from Roman times but mining has taken place here as recently as the 1930s. Guided tours (approx 45 minutes) will take you through the workings of the mines and show the conditions that were endured. If you have an energetic group you may well find that your guide is prepared to take you on an extended tour which will take in parts of the mines above ground too which will really help to ... Read the complete review
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