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Portrait of the Pen

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20 contemporary writers' portraits and their responses Paintings by Dan Llywelyn Hall

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1st - 10th June, 10AM- 5PM Free Range of writers portrayed in painted portraits with responses. Lunchtime talks provided. See website for further info. www.danllywelynhall.co.uk

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Penrhyn Castle, Bangor, Gwynedd, LL57 4HN.
Penrhyn Castle is built in the Norman style with a walled garden, ancient trees, rhododendrons, camellias and spectacular snowdrops in February.
Open11 noon–5 pm; daily, except Tuesdays, April to October. Open at 10 am in July & August. Last admissions 4.30 pm.

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Plas Newydd, Llanfairpwll, Anglesey, LL61 6DQ.
Plas Newydd is a fine country house, with an Italianate garden and a wonderful collection of rhododendrons, which stands in a spectacular setting overlooking the Menai Straits. Open10 am–5.30 pm; Saturday–Wednesday; 19 March to 2 November. Rhododendron garden: 11.30–5.30 pm; Saturday–Wednesday; 2 April to 8 June

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Portmeirion, Penrhyndeudraeth, Gwynedd, LL48 6ET
Portmeirion, made famous by the TV series The Prisoner, is where Sir Clough Williams-Ellis devised his Italianate, fantasy village. The gardens are a colourful mixture of Mediterranean plants and exotic palms, which combine with the varied architectural features to produce a stunning effect in a wonderful location.
Open 9.30 am–5.30 pm (7.30 pm in summer); daily; all year. Closed 25 December.

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St John's Chapel, Lion Street Hay-on-Wye

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  • 2 night short break for 4 people from £159
  • Properties available all the year round
  • 2, 3, 4 nights and any combination you require
  • Properties that sleep from 2 up to 54

Date and Times

02-Jun-2012

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