Blaenau Ffestiniog Gwynedd Wales

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A blacksmith in overalls working slate at a fire furnace at Llechwedd slate caverns. Opened in 1846 the Llechwedd Slate Quarry is still operating today. Slate is commonly used for roofing and flooring.

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Size: 4187px × 4189px
Location: Blaenau Ffestiniog Gwynedd Wales
Photo credit: © David Toase / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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