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Cutting the first sod of the Conway and Llanrwst Railway, 1860. Creator: Unknown
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Cutting the first sod of the Conway and Llanrwst Railway, 1860. Creator: Unknown
Cutting the first sod of the Conway and Llanrwst Railway, 1860. This railway is designed to carry the tourists of North Wales from the London and North-Western Railway, as well as the visitors at the rapidly-rising watering-place, Llandudno, by a short and most attractive route, to the verge of the grand mountain scenery of that interesting district. Leaving the Chester and Holyhead Railway at Conway, and following the right bank of the River Conway, it will traverse the entire length of the celebrated Vale of Llanrwst, and will terminate at a point where the descending spurs of the mountain prohibit the further progress of the locomotive...The first sod was cut on the 25th August, on ground belonging to Lord Newborough, at the Abbey...by William Hanmer...the principal landowner on the line, in the presence of a large concourse of persons...The ceremony was commenced by the...Rev. Morgan Davies, who offered a prayer invoking the blessing of Almighty God on the work about to be commenced. The spade - the spiral handle of which was of twisted oak and the blade of silver - was then presented by Mr. Sharpe to Mr. Hanmer, who...proceeded duly to cut, lift, and carry the "first sod" amid the hearty acclamations of the multitude'. From "Illustrated London News", 1860
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This photograph captures a significant moment in the history of rail transportation in North Wales, as the first sod is cut for the Conway and Llanrwst Railway on August 25, 1860. The railway, designed to connect tourists and visitors to Llandudno with the London and North-Western Railway, would follow the River Conway through the picturesque Vale of Llanrwst, terminating at the foot of the mountains where the terrain became too steep for further progress. The ceremony took place on the grounds of Lord Newborough's Abbey, with William Hanmer, the principal landowner on the line, performing the honors. A large crowd gathered to witness the event, which began with a prayer offered by the Reverend Morgan Davies. The spade used for the occasion was presented to Hanmer by Mr. Sharpe, and with great fanfare, Hanmer proceeded to cut, lift, and carry the "first sod" amidst the cheers of the onlookers. The Conway and Llanrwst Railway would go on to become an essential part of the region's transportation infrastructure, providing easy access to the natural beauty and attractions of North Wales for travelers from across the country. This photograph is a testament to the excitement and anticipation that surrounded the beginning of this important project, and serves as a reminder of the role railways played in shaping the history of transportation and travel in the late 19th century.
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