"Wern Tynno," Nantyglyn Road, Colwyn Bay

HOUSE AT COLWYN BAY. This house is in course of erection, for Mr. John Brock, in the Nant-y-Glyn valley about one mile from the Colwyn Bay railway-station. It stands on sloping ground, and commands some extensive views of the country on the south and east, with a glimpse of the sea towards the north, whilst the woods on the west afford shelter from the prevailing strong winds. The work has been carried out by Mr. John Roberts, contractor, of Colwyn Bay, from the plans of Messrs. Booth, Chadwick, and Porter, architects, of Manchester, Colwyn Bay, and Rhyl. [Building News 14 February 1896 page 237]

The House Wern Tynno, for John Brock, Esq., is built in the Nant-y-Glyn Valley; the grounds surrounding same extend over several acres. It commands extensive prospect over this very beautiful valley.  [British Architect 27 August 1897 Page 143-144]

Reference    Building News 14 February 1896 page 237
Reference    British Architect 27 August 1897 Page 143-144 and illustrations