Morben

In this article, we will thoroughly explore Morben and its impact on today's society. From its origins to its relevance today, Morben has played a crucial role in various aspects of everyday life. Throughout history, Morben has been the subject of study, debate and controversy, which has led to a greater understanding of its importance and relevance in different areas. Through this comprehensive analysis, we hope to shed light on the different aspects of Morben and its influence on modern society. Morben will undoubtedly continue to be a topic of interest in the future, and it is essential to understand its impact in today's world.

Morben
Morben is located in Powys
Morben
Morben
Location within Powys
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CountryWales
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52°34′39″N 3°54′12″W / 52.5776°N 3.9033°W / 52.5776; -3.9033

Morben is a hamlet in northern Powys, Wales. Part of the historic county of Montgomeryshire (Sir Drefaldwyn) from 1536 to 1974, it lies on the Afon Dyfi and was once the home of a number of riverside quays, including Cei Ward and Y Bwtri. The site of Cei Ward lies alongside the A487 opposite Plas Llugwy, where the road, railway and river run close together. Y Bwtri lay on the bend of the river opposite Pennal and was the site of a shipyard.

History

The narrow gauge Corris, Machynlleth & River Dovey Tramroad (opened 1859) carried slate from the quarries around Corris and Aberllefenni to Morben, where it was loaded into ships for onward shipment. In 1863, the Aberystwith and Welsh Coast Railway built their standard gauge railway west of Machynlleth. The tramroad crossed the new line on a level crossing, and continued in use until 1869.[1]

Inward goods offloaded at Morben included lime and coal.

Location

Morben lies on the A487 trunk road from Machynlleth to Aberystwyth. Plas Morben stands on the hillside above the road, while Morben Isaf caravan park lies between the road and the river.

References

  1. ^ MRFS; Quine, Dan (July 2024). "Corris Railway Stations at Machynlleth Before Steam". Narrow Gauge and Industrial Railway Modelling Review (139). RCL Publications.


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