Penmachno Quarry
Penmachno Quarry

The Penmachno quarry (also known as Cwm Machno quarry, Rhiwfachno quarry, or Tan-y-Rhiw quarry) near Cwm Penmachno.
It is below the Rhiwbach Quarry. and operated between1818 and1962.
Top Pic - shows the 'trwnc Incline' where slate wagons were moved up or down on platforms known as "tancs".
Lower Pic - a view over some of the quarry tips and drumhouse to Cwm Penmacho. SH 7502 4664
Approach from from Cwm Penmacho ( at the end of a long lane from Penmachno - which is off the A5 south of Betws - Y - Coed ).

Ref: NW 4249.53

Date: 17/04/2025

Location: SH 7530 4709

Penmachno Quarry

The Penmachno quarry (also known as Cwm Machno quarry, Rhiwfachno quarry, or Tan-y-Rhiw quarry) near Cwm Penmachno.
It is below the Rhiwbach Quarry. and operated between1818 and1962.
Top Pic - shows the 'trwnc Incline' where slate wagons were moved up or down on platforms known as "tancs".
Lower Pic - a view over some of the quarry tips and drumhouse to Cwm Penmacho. SH 7502 4664
Approach from from Cwm Penmacho ( at the end of a long lane from Penmachno - which is off the A5 south of Betws - Y - Coed ).

Ref: NW 4249.53

Date: 17/04/2025

Location: SH 7530 4709