Passenger Steamers of the River Conwy: Serving the Famous Trefriw Spa

The rediscovery and development of an ancient chalybeate mineral well led to the transformation of the quiet village of Trefriw into a major spa resort to which health-seeking visitors flocked on board a unique fleet of charming pleasure steamers. This title traces the colourful story of the rise and fall of both the steamer trade on the River Conwy and of Trefriw as a fashionable spa.