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lthough
the world famous Ladies of Llangollen were no longer alive when Victoria
took to the throne Plas Newydd, their wonderfully decorated home was a
must for all visitors to the town.
Sitting
on a hill above the town, with spectacular views of both Castell
Dinas Bran and the Eglwysig Rocks, the Ladies attracted many high
profile guests during their 50 years there, including one of Queen Victoria's
most trusted aides, the Duke of Wellington.
ady
Eleanor Butler and Miss Sarah Ponsonby soon became objects of both curiosity
and affection. Seen as somewhat eccentric, they extended the house and
from 1798 onwards began adding the beautiful wooden carvings on view today.
hese
came from various sources including, church chests, canopies and even
bedsteads. Visitors also contributed when made guests of the Ladies. These
included William Wordsworth, Sir Walter Scott and The Duke of Wellington.
oday
the house retains the Gothic features that the Ladies introduced while
the restored grounds contain the peace and tranquillity that they sought.
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Anturieth Llangollen
Parade Street
Llangollen
Denbighshire
North Wales
LL20 8PW
United Kingdom
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telephone: +44 (0)1978 861345
fax: +44 (0)1978 861345
e-mail: le@llangollen.org.uk
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