Scheduled MonumentsWalesBryn-tail Leadworks
Post Medieval/Modern · Lead Mine

Bryn-tail Leadworks

Wales
Cadw SAM MG159
Period
Post Medieval/Modern
Site type
Lead Mine
Broad class
Industrial
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Bryn-tail Leadworks is a post-medieval and modern industrial lead mine located in Wales, designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under the reference MG159. The site represents the exploitation of lead resources during the industrial period, with evidence of mining activity and associated processing infrastructure. The remains at Bryn-tail reflect the technological and organisational practices of lead mining operations during this era, contributing to understanding of Wales's mineral extraction heritage. The site's physical character includes features typical of lead mining landscapes, preserving evidence of the industrial processes and settlement patterns associated with this extractive industry.

Bryn-tail Leadworks is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference MG159. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Bryn-tail Leadworks?

Bryn-tail Leadworks is a post-medieval and modern industrial lead mine located in Wales, designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under the reference MG159. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference MG159.

What period does Bryn-tail Leadworks date from?

Bryn-tail Leadworks dates from the post medieval/modern period, and is classified as a lead mine. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Bryn-tail Leadworks?

Bryn-tail Leadworks 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 MG159.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bryn-tail Leadworks?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Pen-y-Gaer Camp (0.9 km), Pen y Clun Camp (1.1 km), Penyclun Lead Mine (1.5 km).

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