Penyfynwent

Heritage Site in Anglesey

Wales

Penyfynwent

Great opencast from the viewing point on Parys Mountain Copper ore has been mined here from the early Bronze Age. — Great opencast from the viewing point on Parys Mountain Credit: Richard Hoare

Penyfynwent, located in Anglesey, Wales, is a heritage site that holds historical significance dating back to the Neolithic period. The site is home to a collection of burial chambers, known as cromlechs, which were used by ancient peoples for burial rituals. These chambers are constructed from large stones arranged in a circular or rectangular shape, with a capstone placed on top to create a chamber-like structure.

The cromlechs at Penyfynwent are believed to have been built around 4000-3000 BC, making them some of the oldest surviving structures in the area. The site is surrounded by a peaceful landscape, with stunning views of the surrounding countryside.

Visitors to Penyfynwent can explore the ancient burial chambers and learn about the history and significance of the site through informational plaques and guided tours. The site provides a unique opportunity to connect with the past and gain insight into the lives and customs of the people who inhabited the area thousands of years ago.

Overall, Penyfynwent offers a fascinating glimpse into the ancient history of Anglesey and is a must-visit destination for history enthusiasts and anyone interested in exploring the rich cultural heritage of Wales.

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Penyfynwent Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.37/-4.352 or Grid Reference SH4388. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Great opencast from the viewing point on Parys Mountain

Copper ore has been mined here from the early Bronze Age.

Richard Hoare

Ruins of Mona Mine Yard

Originally the offices, smithy, mortuary and stores were the focus of the mine's surface activities.

Richard Hoare

Sampling Pool located at Parys Mountain

The sampling pools would have been able to collect up to 50 tonnes per year of dissolved copper which was recovered by precipitation in addition to scrap iron.

Meg Hoare

Track on Parys Mountain

The heather is starting to come to the fore adding to the colours of the scenery.

Richard Hoare

Sampling pool

The sampling pools would have been able to collect up to 50 tonnes per year of dissolved copper which was recovered by precipitation in addition to scrap iron

Richard Hoare

This Morris has lost its bonnet

The engine is also missing so, no chance of a 'bump' start.

Richard Hoare

War memorial and clock tower, Rhosybol

In the grounds of Ysgol Gymuned Rhosybol / Rhosybol Primary School. The memorial is unusual in that it only shows the names of those who fell in the First World War and not those in the Second. The Inscription reads "Great War 1914-1918. This memorial was erected to remember the heroes of this parish who gave their lives in sacrifice for their country, justice and freedom".

Richard Hoare

Bethania chapel, Rhosybol

The Bethania Independent cause began in 1883 and the chapel was completed in the following year, but has long since closed. Fellow Geographer, Eric Jones, featured it in 2009 SH4288 : Capel Bethania, Rhosybol when apparently an application was to be made to convert into a dwelling.

Richard Hoare

Nant Cottage

Chris Andrews

The old chapel, Capel Parc

Now a private residence like so many small Welsh chapels of yesteryear.

Neil Theasby

Derelict Farmhouse, Rhosgoch

Chris Andrews

The great opencast, Parys Mountain

A huge hole created by pick, shovel and gunpowder in the search for copper from the late 18thC onwards. No sign of any filming for Dr Who however.

Gordon Hatton

Down in the big opencast

The lunar landscape as seen from down in the bottom of the big opencast of Parys copper mine. The multicoloured rocks are reminiscent of Arizona or Utah, but here they are mostly due to staining by the mineral content.

Gordon Hatton

An interesting looking hole

From the rim of the big opencast of Parys mine, this looked like an interesting hole down in the bottom of the pit. On examination it proved less exciting as it appeared to be no more than a cave, presumably excavated by pick and shovel in search of copper ore. Enough water inside to deter exploration.

Gordon Hatton

Old mine entrance, Parys Mountain

This looks like the entrance to a level within the confines of the big opencast at Parys Mine. It's also rather like those images from old 'western' films where gold mining might be featured.

Gordon Hatton

The old copper mine on Parys Mountain

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David Purchase

Approaching the Parys Mountain copper mine

The Warning Notice reads: "Upon entering these premises you consent that Anglesey Mining plc and the occupier of these premises will accept no liability whatsoever for any loss or damage caused. Entry is at your own risk." In these Health & Safety-conscious days, such notices are all too prevalent. But in the context of a former mine, with many dangers both obvious and concealed, such a warning seems entirely reasonable to me.

David Purchase