Llangollen, North Wales - where Wales welcomes the World

One of the pure delights of any visit to Llangollen is either a ride on, or a walk along, the Llangollen Canal.

The final section of the vast Shropshire Union Canal, it was built between 1804 - 1808 by Thomas Telford and proved the real catalyst in launching the slate industry in the Llangollen area.

Thomas Telfords Horseshoe Falls It had a more important role however, in that it was to supply the whole system with water from the River Dee.

Telford built what is today known as the Hoseshoe Falls, a weir stretching across the Dee with a special pump house attached.

Horseshoe Falls Pumphouse This amazing construction has worked more or less continually since 1808 and is a testament to both the genius of the man and the upkeep of the site by British Waterways.

Walk west along the canal towpath out of Llangollen towards the Chainbridge Hotel. Carry on until you reach the pump house building. The weir stretches out into the river from there. Approximate walking distance 3 miles.

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