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Pontcysyllte Aqueduct Collection

Narrowboat glides across the River Dee on the picturesque Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, a marvel by Thomas Telford

Background imagePontcysyllte Aqueduct Collection: Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, built 1795 to 1805, UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the Ellesmere Canal

Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, built 1795 to 1805, UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the Ellesmere Canal, Llangollen, Denbighshire, Wales, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imagePontcysyllte Aqueduct Collection: Narrowboat crossing the River Dee in autumn on the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, built by Thomas Telford

Narrowboat crossing the River Dee in autumn on the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, built by Thomas Telford and William Jessop, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Froncysyllte, near Llangollen, Denbighshire, Wales

Background imagePontcysyllte Aqueduct Collection: Narrow boat crossing the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, built by Thomas Telford

Narrow boat crossing the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, built by Thomas Telford and William Jessop, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Llangollen Canal, Wales, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imagePontcysyllte Aqueduct Collection: Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Llangollen, Dee Valley, Denbighshire

Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Llangollen, Dee Valley, Denbighshire, North Wales, Wales, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imagePontcysyllte Aqueduct Collection: North East Wales

North East Wales
Wrexham, Llangollen Canal, Pontcysyllte Aqueduct and Canal, World Heritage Site, iron trough carrying canal high over Dee valley

Background imagePontcysyllte Aqueduct Collection: Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Llangollen, Dee Valley, Denbighshire

Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Llangollen, Dee Valley, Denbighshire, North Wales, Wales, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imagePontcysyllte Aqueduct Collection: The Vale of Llangollen (pen & brown ink on paper)

The Vale of Llangollen (pen & brown ink on paper)
XYC220905 The Vale of Llangollen (pen & brown ink on paper) by Ward, James (1769-1859); 19.1x36.2 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA

Background imagePontcysyllte Aqueduct Collection: View from Castle Dinas Bran, c1870

View from Castle Dinas Bran, c1870. View of the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct from Dinas Bran, a medieval castle above Llangollen in Denbighshire, Wales built c1260s by Gruffydd Maelor II

Background imagePontcysyllte Aqueduct Collection: Aqueducts, 1889. Creator: W & AK Johnston

Aqueducts, 1889. Creator: W & AK Johnston
Aqueducts, 1889. Remains of Aqueduct of Metz [France, Roman]; Aqueduct of Pont du Gard near Nismes [over the River Gardon near Nimes, France

Background imagePontcysyllte Aqueduct Collection: North East Wales

North East Wales
Wrexham, Llangollen Canal, Pontcysyllte Aqueduct and Canal, World Heritage Site, iron trough carrying canal high over Dee valley

Background imagePontcysyllte Aqueduct Collection: North East Wales

North East Wales
Wrexham, Llangollen Canal, Pontcysyllte Aqueduct and Canal, World Heritage Site, iron trough carrying canal high over Dee valley

Background imagePontcysyllte Aqueduct Collection: North East Wales

North East Wales
Wrexham, Llangollen Canal, Pontcysyllte Aqueduct and Canal, World Heritage Site, iron trough carrying canal high over Dee valley

Background imagePontcysyllte Aqueduct Collection: North East Wales

North East Wales
Wrexham, Llangollen Canal, Pontcysyllte Aqueduct and Canal, World Heritage Site, iron trough carrying canal high over Dee valley

Background imagePontcysyllte Aqueduct Collection: Barges crossing the Pontcysyllte aqueduct

Barges crossing the Pontcysyllte aqueduct
Canal barges crossing the Pontcysyllte Aquaduct, near Llangollen, Clwyd, Wales, UK. The aqueduct, built between 1795 and 1805

Background imagePontcysyllte Aqueduct Collection: Pontcysyllte Aqueduct

Pontcysyllte Aqueduct. At 307 metres, this aqueduct is the longest and highest cast-iron aqueduct in the world. It carries the Llangollen canal 38 metres above the River Dee

Background imagePontcysyllte Aqueduct Collection: Arches of the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct

Arches of the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct. At 307 metres, this aqueduct is the longest and highest cast-iron aqueduct in the world. It carries the Llangollen canal 38 metres above the River Dee

Background imagePontcysyllte Aqueduct Collection: Iron castings

Iron castings on the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct. At 307 metres, this aqueduct is the longest and highest cast-iron aqueduct in the world. It carries the Llangollen canal 38 metres above the River Dee



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Narrowboat glides across the River Dee on the picturesque Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, a marvel by Thomas Telford. This UNESCO World Heritage Site, built from 1795 to 1805 as part of the Ellesmere Canal, is a true engineering masterpiece. As you journey through Llangollen in North East Wales, you'll be captivated by the breathtaking views of the Dee Valley and Denbighshire. The aqueduct stands proudly amidst this stunning landscape, representing the rich history and architectural brilliance of Wales and Europe. Take a moment to soak in its beauty while standing atop Castle Dinas Bran or explore its intricate details depicted in pen & brown ink drawings from c1870. The aqueduct has stood strong for centuries, connecting communities and enabling trade along these waters. Its significance is further highlighted by vintage maps like 'Aqueducts' created by W & AK Johnston in 1889. Discover North East Wales' hidden gem - Pontcysyllte Aqueduct - where nature meets human ingenuity.