Harbours & ports · South Wales
Porthgain Quarry and Harbour
In or near Abercastell.
Porthgain Quarry and Harbour — slate quarry and harbour in Wales.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Porthgain Quarry and Harbour is a harbour in the United Kingdom. Heritage designation: scheduled monument. Wikidata describes it as: "slate quarry and harbour in Wales". Coordinates: 51.9483°, -5.1830°.
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Official information
Porthgain is a historic village in Pembrokeshire, known for its industrial heritage as a former slate and brick-making harbor. Visitors can explore the remnants of its past, enjoy the scenic Pembrokeshire Coast Path, and experience local dining options.
Place summary
Porthgain Quarry and Harbour is a historical harbour located in Llanrhian, South Wales. It is designated as a scheduled monument, reflecting its significance in the region's industrial heritage. The site highlights the area's past involvement in quarrying and maritime trade.
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- Coordinates
- 51.9483, -5.1830
- District
- Pembrokeshire
- Parish
- Llanrhian
- Postcode
- SA62 5BN
- Parliamentary constituency
- Ceredigion Preseli
- Phone
- +44 1348831549
- Opening
- Open all year round; see top of page for up to date Opening times
- Official site
- www.harbourlightsgallery.com
Sources
- wikidata: Q122219216 (CC0)
- commons: Porthgain Quarry Building Ruins and Sea.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Porthgain Quarry and Harbour?
- Porthgain Quarry and Harbour is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode SA62 5BN), in the parish of Llanrhian.
- What is Porthgain Quarry and Harbour?
- Porthgain Quarry and Harbour — slate quarry and harbour in Wales.
- How do I get to Porthgain Quarry and Harbour?
- Drivers can use postcode SA62 5BN.
- Is Porthgain Quarry and Harbour a listed building?
- Porthgain Quarry and Harbour is officially recognised as scheduled monument listed.
- How do I get to Porthgain Quarry and Harbour?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode SA62 5BN. It sits within the Ceredigion Preseli parliamentary constituency.