The Blue Dispenser

   New plans at Portmeirion; subject to planning permission, it is proposed that the old toilet block near the entrance to Portmeirion, is to be re-developed as a visitor centre, cafe, and a small theatre. Apparently the plans have already been submitted to Gwynnedd County Council, which has thus far met with almost unanimous support.
    The idea is, that visitors to Portmeirion can use the visitors centre to learn about the history of the Italianate Village, have a cup of coffee before actually going into Portmeirion itself. I mean just how many coffee shops does Portmeriion need? This will make seven places where you can have a cup of coffee and something to eat!

   Portmeirion has new driveway signs. There was once upon a time when the management at Portmeirion had to almost spit before they mentioned 'the Prisoner!' Most people are either unaware or have forgotten the fact, I have not. But in more recent times, sicnce the management took over the management of the Prisoner shop, they have taken the series to their busom.
   Since the mid 1980's guests staying at Portmeirion have been able to watch 'the Prisoner' on Portmeirion's own television series, a number of episodes each evening, worked out so that it is possible to watch the series in one week.

    'The Stone Boat in for a re-fit.'
       A complete refurbishment being carried out on the Stone Boat version of the Amis Reunis, which has always been painted on her bows. Along with this, not quite the electrification of the clocks, but there is now after many years, a chiming clock in the Campanile.

Photos: Rick Davy & Lee Arnall.

With credits to the Unmutual website.

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