New landmark shows how times are changing for the better
A key Swansea regeneration scheme has celebrated a landmark moment.
The highly visible clock tower has been reinstated at the historic powerhouse building at the Hafod-Morfa Copperworks.
In the coming months, the restored building and neighbouring structures will become an additional new home for Welsh drinks specialists Penderyn.
The site is being revamped by Swansea firm John Weaver Contractors on behalf of Swansea Council.
The Hafod-Morfa Copperworks site is due to become a new visitor attraction for Penderyn Whisky this year.
It will bring new life to the historic site's powerhouse and outbuildings. An on-site distillery will add to the company's existing facilities.
South Wales firm Hayes Engineering & Cladding Ltd fabricated - and put up - the steel framework that recreates the powerhouse's original clock tower.
The work has been made possible thanks to a £3.75m grant from The National Lottery Heritage Fund in Wales.
The council aims to hand over the site for Penderyn's fit-out this year. The scheme is part of the city's £1bn regeneration programme that will help see Swansea grow.
Photo The new clock tower is lifted into place on the Hafod-Morfa Copperworks powerhouse building. Pic: Hydrock