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Garreg Ddu Navvy Huts

Site of Garreg Ddu Navvy Huts. Normally submerged under Caban Coch Reservoir. Map Ref SN

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Historic Postcard

Postcard of the Garreg Ddu Navvy Huts during the construction of Garreg Ddu Dam, courtesy of Clive Bywater.

Garreg Ddu Navvy Huts postcard

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Low Water Level Photographs

Site of Garreg Ddu Navvy Huts during low water levels in the summer of 2022. Photos by David James.

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