msc@saber.UUCP (Mark Callow) (02/19/85)
[This is a followup to several articles in net.tv.drwho and net.sf-lovers.
The discussion properly belongs here hence this article.]
Here is a description of Portmeirion, which was used as The Village, taken
from a flyer I picked up there in August.
" WELCOME TO PORTMEIRION
Portmeirion is a holiday village in which all the cottages are let as holiday
accomodation. A few areas are reserved for resident holiday makers and you
are asked to respect those areas marked 'PRIVATE'.
The Village marks the entry to an extensive wild garden, the gwyllt. There
are large areas of woodlands and a fine collection of azaleas,
rhododendrons and other unusual trees and shrubs. The area is
criss-crossed by up to 20 miles of paths (difficult for prams and
wheelchairs) and bordered by about a mile of sandy beaches. There is an
adventure playground for children beside the picnic area in the wild
gardens. In the village there are a number of interesting and varied shops
as well as a self-service restaurant serving meals and snacks.
The Village was created by Sir Clough Williams-Ellis, whi died in 1978 aged
94 years, and is a unique architectural fantasy set in its own wooded
peninsula. The Hotel Portmeirion was opened in 1926 and was the favourite
haunt of many discriminating and famous people. Unfortunately a disastrous
fire in June 1981 destroyed the old hotel building which is now undergoing
restoration (but there is still plenty of accomodation for Hotel guests in
the cottages).
Staying at Portmeirion
If you would like to spend a holiday at Portmeirion, there is a wide range
of self-catering cottages to let on a weekly basis. The rental varies
according to the season and the size of the cottage, but a cottage to sleep
three ranges from 115 to 220 pounds sterling [about $120-$230 as of today]
per week exclusive of V.A.T. [Value Added Tax - currently 15%] A cottage
to sleep eight would cost between 240 to 350 pounds per week. If you are
not able to spend a week at Portmeirion then why not stay for a few days?
A double room with private bathroom in one of the cottages costs from only
14 pounds per night. To make a reservation call at the Reception Office or
telephone Penrhyndeudraeth (0766) 770 228. [+44 766 770 228]
Portmeirion Shops
On your way down to the Village you will notice our Warehouse where Seconds
quality Portmeirion pottery is sold. In the centre of the village we have
an interesting and unusual gift shop - The Ship Shop, and a colourful
boutique - The Peacock. Further down, in the bookshop, you will find a
wide range of the latest titles as well as film for your camera. Sorry, we
do not sell stamps. The two smallest shops, i.e. the Jewelry Shop and the
Card Shop will be open for the summer months only.
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PLEASE HELP KEEP PORTMEIRION TIDY
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Portmeirion is open from April to October 9:30am - 5:30pm.
The Shops from 10:00am to 5:30pm
The Terrace Restaurant (self-service) -Licenced- is open from 10:00am to 5:00pm
Portmeirion, Penrhyndeudraeth, Gwynedd, North Wales."
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From the TARDIS of Mark Callow
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