Hafod y Porth Mine lies in Cwm y Bleiddiau (Valley of the Wolves) on the side of Yr Aran above Nant Gwynant.
Worked since at least 1755 , never very profitable , after 1860 it was owned by 5 different companies , each raising money from speculators.
In 1890 the mine was abandoned after changing hands for the last time. The buildings, although roofless, are in a very good state of preservation.
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Top Left Pic - The Manager's House, Office, Smithy and Store is the first mine building to be seen from the path which passes by .SH 6095.5056
Top Right Pic - One of a number of walls enclosing Mine Shafts . SH 6112 5083.
Lower Left Pic - A round building used to store explosives. Adits can be also be found around the site , used to drain water from the mines .
SH 6104 5060. Lower Right Pic - The Miners Barracks . SH 6194 5074.
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From Craflyn Hall (NT) Car Park follow the red discs , passing Crafllwyn Waterfall and the side path to Dinas Emrys .
Hafod y Porth is signed. The Mine can also be reached from the Watkins Path.
Ref: NW 4163.66.72.76
Date: 06/04/2025
