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~ MP visits 'tourist
gem' ~
July
2nd 2004
Flintshire Chronicle
ALYN and Deeside MP Mark Tami will be visiting one of Wales' most historic
houses today.
During his tour of Plas Teg, on the outskirts of Pontblyddyn, he will discuss the financial burden of running a large mansion with owner Cornelia Bayley.
She has spent a small fortune restoring the 30-bedroom house, but has not received a penny from local councils towards the huge bill.
'Mr Tami is the first person of authority within the community who has expressed an interest in what I am trying to achieve here,' she said.
'I will be outlining the tremendous costs involved in maintaining a mansion like Plas Teg, not to mention the huge amount I have spent of my own money on restoring the fabric of the building.'
The MP will be shown around the Grade I listed
building, which dates back to 1610, by volunteer guide Bert Proctor, who
is 88.
He recounts the history of the reputedly haunted country pile to visitors
every Sunday as they soak up the atmosphere of the building.
Mr Tami described the imposing house as a jewel in North Wales' cultural
crown.
He said: 'Plas Teg is one of the most unique buildings in Britain.
'It has enormous character, an incredible history and is architecturally
stunning.
'This is precisely the sort of building that should be identified by tourist
writers when observing what Flintshire has to offer.
'I am delighted to have the opportunity to see inside Plas Teg.
'As an avid historian and antiques enthusiast, I am sure it will impress
me.'
Courtesy of the Flintshire
Chronicle