The mine here opened in 1861 and the area was extensively quarried until the Second World War. There are plenty of remnants of this industrial past embedded into the landscape, and it's quite amazing to walk amongst them. You'll find old buildings, rusting equipments and all manners of things hard to put a name to.

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1. Nant Gwrtheyrn Circular Trail

7.42km

02:22

320m

Hike the moderate 4.6-mile Yr Eifl / Garn Ganol coastal loop from Llithfaen for panoramic views and ancient history on the Llŷn Peninsula.

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2. Nefyn Beach – Nant Gwrtheyrn Quarry Remnants loop from Llithfaen

15.9km

04:41

440m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Yr Eifl Summit – Nant Gwrtheyrn Quarry Remnants loop from Llithfaen

9.49km

03:19

520m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Distance 110 m

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Location: Pistyll, Gwynedd, North Wales, Wales, United Kingdom

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Nant Gwrtheyrn Quarry Ruins

Nant Gwrtheyrn Quarry Remnants

1. Nant Gwrtheyrn Circular Trail

2. Nefyn Beach – Nant Gwrtheyrn Quarry Remnants loop from Llithfaen

3. Yr Eifl Summit – Nant Gwrtheyrn Quarry Remnants loop from Llithfaen

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