Welsh Slate has been supplying the world with a high-quality roofing option for hundreds of years from its various quarries in North Wales. It has been crafted by many generations from all walks of life, from the Iron Age to the present day. The dependable nature of this highly sought-after slate has made Wales a leader in natural slate production and export for centuries.
From its source near Bethesda in North Wales, Penrhyn Quarry has been producing Welsh roofing slate for hundreds of years. Penrhyn Quarry has been at the centre and the focal point for UK natural stone and has a heritage as a highly sought-after natural stone for 700 years.
Over the centuries, Welsh slate was shipped to all the major UK ports and many Western European destinations. In July 2021, the slate landscape in North Wales was awarded world heritage status and became the 4th site in Wales and the 32nd in the UK to achieve heritage status.
At UK Slate, we maintain a varied stock of natural Welsh slate available in various sizes and thicknesses to suit any desired specifications. We also offer further customisation of your chosen slate to provide the perfect slate for either roofing, flooring or landscaping. We are the premier choice for those looking to purchase high-quality Welsh roof slate for their project.
So, please don’t hesitate to contact us with any questions about our Welsh slate, and one of our friendly and knowledgeable team members will happily assist you.
