An old copper mine on Anglesey, known for its unique landscape, may become the new home for a mining museum.
The mountain near Amlwch was once a huge copper mine. Its landscape is like Arizona’s Painted Desert. People call it “spectacular,” “surreal,” and “fascinating”. It still holds lots of undeveloped copper.
People mined there in the Bronze Age. The mine closed a century ago. Copper Kingdom museum told the mine’s story. It was in Amwlch Port, but it has been shut over a year.
The museum reopened after Covid. Then it shut in 2022. They could not agree on a lease. Now, they want a new home on Parys Mountain. They want to show mine items where they belong.
The museum is looking for funders. They need money to develop their plans. Supporters include The Marquess of Anglesey, plus Sian Lloyd. Her ancestor worked at the mine.
Mike Williams leads the trust. He said a home on Parys Mountain would help the museum. They want to share the mining story and are excited about the future.
Copper Kingdom was in Amlwch Port. Its exhibits showed harsh mine conditions. It reminded of the past.
People thought Parys Mountain could be a better spot. Someone said it is easier to park there, adding people could then explore the port.
Amlwch was once Wales’ second-largest town. Some worry about moving donated items. The trust says port items will stay there, hoping to keep them on display.
People want to reopen Parys Mountain. They hope it holds copper, zinc, and gold. Anglesey Mining wants to explore the site and may apply for planning permission later.
The company wants to build deep shafts. It could be Britain’s only copper source. Copper is vital for electric cars, and other green tech uses it too.
Parys Mountain attracts walkers. Geology and nature lovers visit. Researchers support the museum’s move. The trust wants people to share feedback.