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08-NOV-2009	Keith O'Brien

Y Garreg Fawr - Llanfachreth Arch

Llanfachreth, Gwynedd

Known as the "Garreg Fawr" (large stone) it was erected by the Nannau family, the landed gentry of the parish. The stone lintel forming the head of the arch was transported from Harlech, about 25 miles away. Apparently it weighs about 18 tons!

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LynnH		09-Nov-2009 21:17
Fascinating. Who built this arch and why?

Mairéad		09-Nov-2009 19:24
An unusual structure in the middle of the countryside - good composition BTW.

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