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📖 Rhaeadr y Chwarel is A picturesque mountain waterfall tucked into the lower section of Cwm Llan, near the old slate quarry workings on the southern flanks of Snowdon. The name literally means “Quarry Waterfall,” a nod to the mining history of the area, you can still see traces of old quarry buildings, walls, and inclines nearby. 👥 Feels remote and peaceful. Take in the surroundings before tackling the steeper, rockier terrain above and the crowds at the summit of Snowdon. 🚗 From Rhy-Ddu car park, c. 2.8 miles. ☕ A perfect spot to stop for a brew as it is sheltered. ⚠️ Access is along the well-trodden quarry approach path, so you don’t need scrambling skills. (Unless you walk further up the path to the top of Snowdon) To sum up: Rhaeadr y Chwarel is one of those small but memorable landmarks on Snowdon’s southern approaches. It’s not a massive waterfall, but its mix of natural beauty and industrial heritage makes it stand out. A perfect spot to pause before the serious climbing begins.

The long abandoned Barracks and Mill buildings of Rhosydd Quarry in the Moelwyn mountains of North Wales on a changeable day last September. A break in the heavy cloud allowed a burst of sunlight through that lit up the shiny slate rubble to make it look a bit like water. The dark buildings stood out against the lower slopes of Foel Ddu.

The spartan barracks at Rhosydd, a hard place to live and work, not far from the summit of a mountain.

Caution is advised when descending to the waterfall. Entrance to the waterfall is through a turnstile, and costs £2. Card payments are accepted. For me, the short hike to this beautiful spot was worth it.

The waterfall of the quarry!🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁿

Slate was mined here above and below ground from about 1830. The remote location proved difficult, and a series of financial troubles hampered the quarry. It shut during WW1 and reopened afterwards until finally closing in 1948. At it's peak, this was the second-largest underground slate mine in North Wales. Today you can explore the spoil and some of the old machinery.

Impressive, the many building ruins and the huge waste heaps

Merlin played a role in the legend surrounding the construction of a fortress that the king named Dinas Emrys in honor of Myrddin Emrys (= the young Merlin). more information about this legend can be found at https://medievalwanderings.com/2023/06/12/walking-with-dragons-at-dinas-emrys/