Bryn-tail Leadworks (Cadw)

About

Sitting in the shadow of the dam at the southern end of Llyn Clywedog Reservoir near Llanidloes in the heart of the Cambrian Mountains, Bryn-tail’s buildings illuminate a time when this tranquil spot was a bustling site of industry. During the 19th century this was a noisy, smoky place as lead was extracted and processed, before being transported to nearby Llanidloes and shipped down the River Severn.

Bryn-tail Leadworks closed in 1884 as the local mining boom came to an end. The remains that still stand include crushing houses, ore bins, roasting ovens, smithy and the mine manager's office.