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« Reply #675 on: September 07, 2021, 10:20:49 am »
There's something missing from that article.  The sentence which ends:

led along a particularly precipitous section by the Dean and his family which included Alice of Wonderland fame (afterwards iron railings were installed at this point!)

should clearly have had the identifier of the sentence subject, probably Lewis Carroll, Charles Dodgson.
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« Reply #676 on: September 13, 2021, 10:23:54 am »
A warning has been issued to the public over a group of goats that are located on the Great Orme, in Llandudno.

It comes amid reports that people have been "placing themselves in danger" to get close to the animals and take photos in the area within the coastal resort in Conwy.

The Llandudno Coastguard is now urging the public to avoid doing so, sharing a warning in a statement released on social media yesterday evening (September 11).

Alongside a photo of the animals, it said: "We have had a few calls regarding this group of goats who are currently on one of the rocky outcrops on the Great Orme."

"We are particularly concerned about reports that people are placing themselves in danger to view the goats up close and to take photos."

cont  video https://www.dailypost.co.uk/news/north-wales-news/coastguard-warning-issued-over-llandudno-21551062?IYA-reg=a05105fc-304d-4c50-9807-edab51f779a4


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« Reply #677 on: September 13, 2021, 02:29:34 pm »
John Lawson-Reay column: The remarkable Great Orme
6 September 2021

Llandudno's Great Orme is quite remarkable - it is a mountain next door to a holiday resort; which has been a special attraction for the town since the early days of the Victorian watering place.


Quite typical of J L-R to make a slightly exaggerated claim. Much as I love it, in no way can the Great Orme Headland at 679 feet  be classed as a Mountain, as it's well below the 1000 foot threshold.
 
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« Reply #678 on: September 13, 2021, 03:30:00 pm »
I thought a mountain had to be 2000ft so googled and found two different definitions!

[1] Most geologists classify a mountain as a landform that rises at least 1,000 feet (300 meters) or more above its surrounding area.

[2] Ordnance Survey defers to local customs and traditions but generally defines a mountain as having a minimum height of 610 meters or 2,000 feet

But the big question now is do they mean electric meters, gas meters, parking meters or ... as they are all different dimensions? !!!

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« Reply #679 on: September 14, 2021, 09:41:26 am »
Update on the above goat story............

Conwy County Council and the RSPCA are working together to form a rescue mission to save a group of Llandudno goats that have wandered onto a dangerous rocky outcrop on the Great Orme.

Despite the Coastguard issuing a statement yesterday saying the goats were “safe” and weren’t “trapped” and they were "just exploring a new part of the Great Orme” it seems today the mood has changed.

The RSPCA has told North Wales Live, that themselves and the Great Orme wardens are planning to put down hay bales over the coming days to try and create a 'path' for them to use, which will enable them to get safely off the ledges themselves.

cont  https://www.dailypost.co.uk/news/north-wales-news/rescue-mission-create-path-adventurous-21558705?IYA-reg=a05105fc-304d-4c50-9807-edab51f779a4#comments-wrapper

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« Reply #680 on: October 08, 2021, 09:56:10 am »
John Lawson-Reay: The bright light of the Great Orme
John Lawson-Reay's column for the North Wales Weekly News.

The Great Orme's Head Lighthouse was built by the Mersey Docks and Harbours Board. It's light first shone out on December 1, 1862, several months before the building was completed. 

Construction was not easy as the Marine Drive had not yet been built. The stone had to be carried by horse drawn wagons over rough tracks from the Bishop's Quarry, located near the summit of the Great Orme.

cont  https://www.inyourarea.co.uk/news/john-lawson-reay-the-bright-light-of-the-great-orme/

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« Reply #681 on: October 15, 2021, 02:37:22 pm »
THE Great Orme - a limestone mountain that rises 207 meters above sea level and is recognised as a Country park, Special area of conservation, a site of special scientific interest and part of the heritage coast. With views right across the Irish Sea and Anglesey in the short distance, it is no wonder that it’s rugged landscape attracts over 600,000 visitors a year.

But it is more than just a tourist attraction: it is home to National Trust tenant Shepherd Dan Jones and 650 sheep. Dan has been the custodian of Parc Farm for the past five years and looks after not just the 145 acres included with the farm, but helps to manage a total of 900 acres, which have grazing rights for 416 ewes plus followers.

full story  https://www.northwalespioneer.co.uk/news/19650089.shepherd-dan-jones-discusses-life-farming-great-orme/

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« Reply #682 on: October 26, 2021, 02:29:36 pm »
THE Great Orme Tramway will hold its second Community Weekend event this weekend to thank residents for their continuing support.

Residents of the county of Conwy will be able to claim half-price entry to the attraction on October 30 and 31.

The Great Orme Tramway, which first opened in 1902, is Britain's only cable-hauled tramway which travels on public roads, transporting passengers 207 metres up the Great Orme.

It even remained operational during Second World War.

The Great Orme Tramway team says this is the perfect occasion to reconnect with people who may not have visited the attraction in a while and remind them of Llandudno's rich history.

"This is a fantastic opportunity to take the family on a historical attraction during half term," said the tramway manager.

"We are looking forward to welcoming people back, and offering the community an experience where they can sit back and enjoy the spectacular scenery that they may overlook during their daily routines.

"The tramway has played an important role in the history of Llandudno. We are hoping that this event will encourage return visits and inspire local people to invite their friends and family.”

Every year, the tramway carries approximately 200,000 passengers to the summit of the Great Orme, which stands at 679 feet.

Once at the top, there's plenty to do, whether you're interested in history, nature, family activities, or simply taking in the stunning view of Snowdonia.

The Great Orme Country Park has several walking trails; there is a mini-golf course and play area and the Great Orme Mines, which are located halfway and remain open until October 31.

Return tickets for this weekend's promotion will be £4.25 for adults and £3 for children aged three to 15. Children under three have free entry to the attraction and event.

Residents should present proof of their address in Conwy county to be eligible for the offer.

The tramway is open from 10am until 5pm, with the last return tram departing at 4.20pm.

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« Reply #683 on: October 26, 2021, 11:06:19 pm »
If you’re a Great Orme resident, there has always been the ability to ride it for 60p
 
That’s useful, except that the queues have been so long this year, that you’ve walked home in the meantime.
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« Reply #684 on: October 27, 2021, 07:35:22 am »
That's good to hear Fester can you still jump off at black gate & tyn y coed 🤔😅

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« Reply #685 on: October 27, 2021, 10:26:24 am »
Whatever happened to the Conwy Card? It promised 20% discount all year round!

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« Reply #686 on: October 27, 2021, 12:26:34 pm »
It has been disbanded.

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« Reply #687 on: October 27, 2021, 02:44:43 pm »
That's good to hear Fester can you still jump off at black gate & tyn y coed 🤔😅

No Norm, that’s not allowed.
60p gets you to the half way station.
I think it’s gone up to £1.20 just recently though.
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« Reply #688 on: October 27, 2021, 03:19:35 pm »
No Health and Safety in the old days Norman.   Uncle Bob knew the conductor and your Dad and I would stand on the platform with the conductor and we would jump off by Tyn Y Coed just as the tram slowed down

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« Reply #689 on: October 27, 2021, 06:36:50 pm »
Yes Hugo the only time they stopped the tram was if mums had a pram, the guy would jump off with you under his arm then jump back on, they were the days.