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Conwy Sands Fish Trap 5

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NPRN518203
Map ReferenceSH78SE
Grid ReferenceSH7729880389
Unitary (Local) AuthorityConwy
Old CountyMaritime
CommunityLlandudno
Type Of SiteFISH TRAP
PeriodPost Medieval
Description
This fish trap is visible on historic (1947) aerial photographic coverage. It comprises a gently curving line of stones with its apex pointing seaward, and measures approximately 270m from end to end.

Event and Historical Information:
The adjacent fish trap, 518202 (Conwy Marsh Fish Trap 4) is referred to as 'Cored Faelgwn' on an 18th century Admiralty chart. This feateure may represent later or earlier phases of use.

Sources include:
CPE/UK/1939 Frame No 3213

Maritime Officer, RCAHMW, January 2011.