Pierhead Chimneys - Cardiff Bay - Wales. - Unique Chimneys and Chimney Pots on Waymarking.com

"At the end of the 19th century, Etruria Marl clay was discovered in north east Wales in the town of Ruabon, near Wrexham. A popular building material during the 19th and 20th centuries, Ruabon terracotta was used to construct the iconic Pierhead building in Cardiff Docks or Tiger Bay, as it was often referred to" Source: (visit link)
"The Pierhead is a historic Grade One listed building under Wales's very own Big Ben, the Pierhead was once the focal point of commerce in Wales. This majestic building has stood proud over 113 years of Cardiff Bay's unique and varied history. As a space to reflect our culture and a key venue for live discussion and debate, the Pierhead will continue to play a central role in shaping Wales. Source: (visit link)
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Private or Public Property?: Public municipal property What material is it made from?: Carved & Sculpted Ruabon Terracotta. When was it made?: 01/01/1897 Estimated Height of chimney (please include whether metres or feet): 50 feet. Type of building e.g. house, hotel etc: Heritage & Interactive Learning Centre. How do you rate it?: Website with further information: [Web Link]

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