Scheduled MonumentsWalesBerth-Llwyd & Cefn Coch Gold Mining Complex
Post Medieval/Modern · Mill

Berth-Llwyd & Cefn Coch Gold Mining Complex

Meirionnydd, Wales
Cadw SAM ME119
Period
Post Medieval/Modern
Site type
Mill
Broad class
Industrial
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Berth-Llwyd & Cefn Coch Gold Mining Complex is a post-medieval and modern industrial site located in Meirionnydd, Wales, representing significant evidence of gold extraction activity in the region. The complex comprises mining and milling infrastructure dating from the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, reflecting the period of commercial gold prospecting and processing that occurred in this part of North Wales. The site preserves physical remains associated with both extractive operations and the mechanical processing of ore, characteristic of the industrial development of Welsh gold mining during this era. As a designated ancient monument under the care of Cadw, the complex represents an important record of Wales's mineral extraction heritage and the technological adaptation of mining practices to local geological conditions.

Berth-Llwyd & Cefn Coch Gold Mining Complex is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference ME119. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Berth-Llwyd & Cefn Coch Gold Mining Complex?

Berth-Llwyd & Cefn Coch Gold Mining Complex is a post-medieval and modern industrial site located in Meirionnydd, Wales, representing significant evidence of gold extraction activity in the region. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference ME119.

What period does Berth-Llwyd & Cefn Coch Gold Mining Complex date from?

Berth-Llwyd & Cefn Coch Gold Mining Complex dates from the post medieval/modern period, and is classified as a mill. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Berth-Llwyd & Cefn Coch Gold Mining Complex?

Berth-Llwyd & Cefn Coch Gold Mining Complex is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Cadw — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Wales. The official designation reference is ME119.

What other scheduled monuments are near Berth-Llwyd & Cefn Coch Gold Mining Complex?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Pentre Farm Barrow (4.3 km), Brithdir Roman Fort (7 km), Tal y Waen cairns (7.1 km).

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