Grand Pavilion, Llandrindod Wells

Mar 13, 2020

Macca's Beddgelert jaunt


Paul McCartney, of Beatles fame, stayed with his family at Plas Tanygraig, Beddgelert, in the 1980s but this was no ordinary sightseeing trip to the Snowdonia village. He was keen to meet Alfred Bestall, who wrote and illustrated Rupert Bear stories and ...

lived in Beddgelert. After their meeting, Macca produced an animated film titled Rupert and the Frog Song - including a new song which became a hit single. For more about Plas Tanygraig, including a photo of the McCartneys with Mr Bestall, use your mobile to scan the HistoryPoints QR codes beside the front gate at Plas Tanygraig. Or click here