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Canvas Print : Mining: Industry: "Britains Ugliest Beauty Spot": Blaenau Ffestiniog
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Mining: Industry: "Britains Ugliest Beauty Spot": Blaenau Ffestiniog
Mining: Industry: " Britains Ugliest Beauty Spot" : Blaenau Ffestiniog, a Welsh slate mining village, where the giat slag heads of Slate tower high above the roof tops and plunge down to the very doorways of the houses, has become one of Britains major tourist attractions. Over 2, 000 tourists a day flock to take the guided tours around the Llechwedd Slate Mine - conducted by the Miners, the same men who used to claw a dangerous and scant living out of the mountainside when slate mining was at its peak. Hey ho off to work we go
Eric Piper
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Wales
Media ID 21334406
© Mirrorpix
Blaenau Ffestiniog Coal Colliery Community Miners Mines Mining Villages Welsh Workers 1975
20"x20" (50x50cm) Canvas Print
Experience the raw beauty and industrial charm of Blaenau Ffestiniog with our Canvas Print of "Britain's Ugliest Beauty Spot" by Eric Piper from Memory Lane Prints. This captivating image showcases the unique character of this Welsh slate mining village, where towering slag heaps dwarf the quaint rooftops. Our high-quality canvas prints bring out the vibrant colors and intricate details of this stunning photograph, making it a perfect addition to any home or office space. Embrace the contrast between nature and industry with this eye-catching and conversation-starting piece.
Ready to hang Premium Gloss Canvas Print. Our archival quality canvas prints are made from Polyester and Cotton mix and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 50.8cm (20" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures the contrasting beauty and industrial grit of Blaenau Ffestiniog, a Welsh slate mining village. Known as "Britain's Ugliest Beauty Spot" this unique landscape showcases towering slag heads of slate that loom above the rooftops and plunge down to the very doorways of houses. Despite its rugged appearance, Blaenau Ffestiniog has transformed into one of Britain's major tourist attractions. Every day, over 2,000 tourists flock to this village to embark on guided tours around the Llechwedd Slate Mine. What makes these tours truly special is that they are conducted by former miners themselves – men who once risked their lives in pursuit of a meager living from the mountainside when slate mining was at its peak. Their stories bring an authentic touch to this immersive experience. The image transports us back to the 1970s when coal mines were still active in this close-knit community. It serves as a reminder of the industrious spirit that once thrived here and pays homage to the hardworking miners who shaped its history. Taken by Eric Piper, this print from Memory Lane Prints offers a glimpse into Wales' rich mining heritage without mentioning any specific company or commercial use. It encapsulates both the harsh realities and undeniable allure associated with mining villages like Blaenau Ffestiniog – where beauty emerges from unlikely places and resilience reigns supreme.
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