Inigo Jones Slateworks
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"A fascinating look at one of Wales' most enduring industries."
Overview
Founded in 1861, Inigo Jones Slate Works existed to make school writing slates, but had to diversify when paper took over. The owner at the time, Hugh Jones, started producing electrical panels in slate, which was very successful. Despite the slow process needed these slates ended up in all kinds of places, including liners such as the Queen Mary, the Mauritania and the Queen Elizabeth. After these panels were also superseded, the company moved into slate fireplaces and other products, such as worktops, flooring, and engraved signs. Inigo Jones Slate Works is still alive and well, and visitors can take a tour of the site, enjoy a meal in the cafe, and purchase numerous slate products in the gift shop. A worthy tribute to an important Welsh industry.
Features
- Opening Times
- Open all year
- Opening Times: Open all year, daily 9-5. Closed 25-26 Dec & 1 Jan
- Facilities
- Parking onsite
- Cafe
About the area
The county of Gwynedd is home to most of the Snowdonia National Park – including the wettest spot in Britain, an arête running up to Snowdon’s summit that receives an average annual rainfall of 4,473mm. With its mighty peaks, rivers and strong Welsh heritage (it has the highest proportion of Welsh-speakers in all of Wales), it’s always been an extremely popular place to visit and live.
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