Above the old quarry near Tan-yr-allt
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Above the old quarry near Tan-yr-allt
Image: © Jeremy Bolwell Taken: 20 Jun 2010
Apparently this area was heavily quarried, as well as being mined for copper and lead, the quarries closing in the mid 20th century, subsequently becoming habitats for birds and other wildlife. Offa's Dyke Path passes along this pathway above the cliffs.
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Image Location
Latitude
53.314271
Longitude
-3.401297