The quarry was established in 1836 and became one of the most productive slate mines in the world.
The Deep Mine tour travels 500 feet underground into the Snowdonia mountain range.
Bounce Below uses LED lighting to illuminate cavern spaces that were last mined in the early 20th century.
The Titan zip line system covers a total length of approximately 1,890 meters across three separate lines.
The site uses the quarry's original underground inclines and tunnels for the current adventure installations.
Slate from Llechwedd was exported globally and used in roofing for major industrial-era buildings.
The Underground Golf course utilizes repurposed mining equipment and heritage artifacts as obstacles.
Zip World Llechwedd is a multi-adventure destination built within the historic Llechwedd Slate Quarry in Blaenau Ffestiniog. The site combines industrial heritage tours with high-adrenaline outdoor activities. Visitors can descend into the deep mine via a steep cable railway to explore subterranean chambers. The attraction features the Titan 2, a four-person zip line that reaches speeds of up to 60 mph. Underground attractions include Bounce Below, which consists of giant nets suspended in a massive cavern. The site also offers the Underground Golf experience inside a historic slate cavern. Modern activities are integrated directly into the Victorian-era mine infrastructure. The quarry's heritage remains visible throughout the site's geology and structural remnants.
The viewing platform overlooking the quarry landscape and the entrance to the deep mine railway.
Book your chosen activity slots well in advance as popular zip line and underground experiences reach capacity.
Check the weather forecast for Snowdonia, as high winds can lead to the temporary closure of outdoor zip lines.
Bring a warm jacket, as the underground cavern temperatures remain cool regardless of outside weather.
Attempting to book tickets upon arrival, as this is a high-demand attraction that frequently sells out days in advance.
Operations run year-round, though specific outdoor lines may be restricted during extreme wind or lightning conditions.
Wear closed-toe shoes with good grip; loose clothing or scarves are restricted on zip lines for safety reasons.