Wales Black Collection

Lost In Sheep
11th August 1951: A flock of sheep manoeuvre their way around a parked car on their way down the slopes of Snowdonia, at Hafod-y-Llan, Wales

Steel Furnace
16th August 1952: Liquid metal spraying out of the furnace at Thomas and Baldwins steel works in Ebbw Vale, Wales. Original Publication: Picture Post - 6005 - Steel Town - pub

Leaving Fishguard
30th August 1909: A railway train departs from Fishguard Station. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Sand Racing
21st June 1913: Competitors in the South Wales and Cardiff Motor Cycle Speed Trials racing along the beach at Rest Bay Sands, Porthcawl. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Snowdonia Shepherd
11th August 1951: A shepherd with his flock at Hafod-y-Llan in Snowdonia. Original Publication: Picture Post - 5377 - Shearing Time In Snowdonia - pub

Swimming Sheep
11th August 1951: Sheep-dipping during the shearing season in Hafod-y-Llan, Wales. Original Publication: Picture Post - 5377 - Shearing Time In Snowdonia - pub

Snowdonia Sheep
11th August 1951: Sheep in Hafod-y-Llan, Snowdonia, Wales. Original Publication: Picture Post - 5377 - Shearing Time In Snowdonia - pub. 1951 (Photo by Grace Robertson/Picture Post/Getty Images)

Snowdonia Sheep
11th August 1951: Snowdonia sheep farmer, Pyrs Williams, with his flock, at Hafod-y-Llan. Original Publication: Picture Post - 5377 - Shearing Time In Snowdonia - pub

Boat Train
30th August 1909: The first passenger boat train leaves Fishguard for London, carrying passengers from the liner, SS Mauretania moored at Fishguard, in Wales

Britannia Bridge
September 1848: Robert Stephensons Britannia Bridge under construction. Original Artwork: Engraving by G Hawkins (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Railway Walk under a railway bridge in the dockland area of Cardiff
22nd April 1950: A man walking under a railway bridge in the dockland area of Cardiff, known as Bute Town or Tiger Bay. Original Publication: Picture Post - 5020 - Down The Bay - pub

SS Aquitania
16th June 1920: The Cunard liner, the Aquitania, arrives at the port of Fishguard, on the return of her maiden voyage. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Coal Baskets
December 1910: Coal baskets travelling on wire pulleys at the Bargoed Colliery in Wales. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Lining The Decks
circa 1907: People lining the decks of the Torrington, at Cardiff docks, when they were officially opened by the King and Queen. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Aberystwyth
4th January 1908: Great Darkgate Street, Aberystwyth, Cardiganshire, central Wales. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Steam
circa 1910: A release of steam at the Bargoed Colliery in Wales. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Bus Stop
12th August 1912: A Railways bus stops to allow passengers to alight at a stop in Trefriw. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Steel Works
29th April 1939: Railtracks which bring locomotives to and from the Guest Keen Baldwins steel works in Cardiff, Wales. Original Publication: Picture Post - 116 - Steel - pub

Obsolete Machinery
28th March 1953: Machinery in a tinplateworks in South Wales factory which is due to close. This is because of the building of giant strip-mills which need fewer workers to run them

Lighting Candles
24th July 1948: A devotee lighting candles at the shrine at Holywell, North Wales. The shrine is sacred to St Winefride, who supposedly rose from the dead by a miracle

Hiking Onwards
18th June 1949: Boys hiking along a village lane, during an expedition which will be the climax of one months stay for boys at the Outward Bound Sea School at Aberdovey

Summit Of Snowdon
May 1914: The summit of Mount Snowdon. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Graving Dock
circa 1900: The steam yacht, Lizzie, in the graving dock of Bute dockyard, Cardiff. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Disembarking
2nd May 1908: Passengers being taken off the SS Ambrose, by the tender Drake, at Fishguard harbour. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Swansea Docks
circa 1900: A view of the docks at Swansea. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Welsh Village
circa 1930: A quiet street in Castleton village in Wales. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Policemen Prepare
1st November 1910: A group of policemen, carrying their bedding, prepare for a long fight during the coal strike in Tony Pandy. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Glamorgan Colliery
1st November 1910: Amateur stokers work in the Glamorgan Colliery during the Tony Pandy strikes and riots. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Pumping Machinery
circa 1910: Pumping machinery in the Glamorgan Colliery, at Tony-Pandy, Wales. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Caban Coch Dam
circa 1950: Caban Coch Dam in the Elan Valley. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Welsh Spinners
1910: A Welsh woman and her children, from Bettws-y-Coed, spinning. (Photo by Bedford/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Fisherwomen
1910: Fisherwomen at Tenby in Wales. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Railway Bus
12th August 1912: A London and North Western Railway bus to Llambenis. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Go-Cart
circa 1910: Children riding on a go-cart, in Swansea. (Photo by Chapman/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Menai Strait Bridge
circa 1878: The bridge over the Menai Strait, near Caernarvon. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Barry Rail
1895: Freight trucks on the Railway at Barry Dock and Barry Island, with sailing ships moored to the jetties. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Slate Quarry
circa 1890: Workers cutting slate outside a slate quarry in Llanberris, North Wales. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Cottage
1815: A view of a cottage on the Isle of Anglesey, near the Paris Mine, engraved by F Stevens and published in 1815. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Britannia Bridge
23rd March 1850: The entrance to the Britannia Tubular Bridge, designed by Robert Stephenson. Original Publication: Illustrated London News (Photo by Rischgitz/Getty Images)

SS Mauretania
20th September 1909: Workmen on the gangplank of the Cunard liner SS Mauretania at Fishguard Docks, Pembroke. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Abandoning Ship
30th August 1909: Passengers transfer from the Cunard liner SS Mauretania to the ships tender, before reaching the shore at Fishguard, Pembroke. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

The Lusitania
14th September 1909: The Cunard liner the Lusitania arrives at Fishguard. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

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"Lost In Sheep: Exploring the Enigmatic Charms of Wales Black" Embark on a journey through the captivating landscapes of Wales Black, where tales of adventure and mystery await. As you traverse this enchanting region, prepare to be mesmerized by its unique blend of history, nature, and culture. Step into the heartland of Steel Furnace, where towering chimneys once belched smoke into the sky. Feel the echoes of an industrial past as you wander amidst remnants of a thriving steel industry that shaped this land. Leaving Fishguard behind, immerse yourself in Sand Racing along pristine coastal stretches. Witness adrenaline-fueled races against wind-swept dunes as daredevil riders push their limits in pursuit of victory. In Snowdonia Shepherd's realm, discover a harmonious bond between man and beast. Marvel at skilled shepherds guiding their flocks across rugged terrains while Snowdonia Sheep graze peacefully against breathtaking mountain backdrops. Dive into whimsical realms with Swimming Sheep - witness these woolly creatures taking an unexpected dip in crystal-clear lakes or babbling streams; a sight that will surely leave you smiling from ear to ear. Board the historic Boat Train traversing Britannia Bridge - an engineering marvel connecting mainland Wales with Anglesey Island. Relish panoramic views as you glide over shimmering waters beneath majestic arches. Uncover hidden gems like Railway Walk under Cardiff's dockland area railway bridge - stroll along its path lined with vibrant street art and soak up the creative energy pulsating through this urban oasis. Delve into maritime history aboard SS Aquitania - once hailed as one of Britain's grandest ocean liners. Step back in time as you explore its opulent interiors adorned with intricate craftsmanship and relive stories from yesteryears. Witness Coal Baskets dotting valleysides – poignant reminders of Wales Black's coal mining heritage that fueled generations past. Reflect upon the toil and resilience of those who worked tirelessly beneath the earth's surface.