Brecon war memorial

Aug 1, 2018

Fakery has stood the test of time


Looking at the decorative stone arch outside Tremadog church, in Gwynedd, you might wonder why the fine details haven't been eroded in over 200 years of exposure to the elements. You can discover the answer by ...

using your mobile to scan the HistoryPoints QR codes to the left of the arch - you'll learn that the structure was made of a material developed in the 18th century to resemble stone. You can also discover interesting facts about the church, including the contribution of a Belgian refugee in 1917 and the connection between the clock and a Victorian poet who was well-known in his day. The information is also available here