Sad news tonight that Bessie Davies, long-term landlady of the wonderful Dyffryn Arms in Pontfaen (“Bessie’s), has just died, aged 94. This photo is from the Pembrokeshire Herald, whose reporter Tom Sinclair has just posted a gorgeous tribute to Bessie. It captures the spirit of the Dyffryn better than any photo I ever took. I… Continue reading A TRIBUTE TO BESSIE DAVIES
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PONTFAEN’S DYFFRYN ARMS STANDS DEFIANT
Just back from Cardigan with many tales to tell, but for now I’ll just answer Dave’s question about the Dyffryn Arms, one of our classic, basic, unspoilt pubs. YES, it’s (just) back open after the fire this year, Dave. And as great as ever. My first visit since that 33rd birthday trip I mentioned recently.… Continue reading PONTFAEN’S DYFFRYN ARMS STANDS DEFIANT
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