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Portmeirion and Dolaucothi
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Derek explores two popular Welsh tourist sites, before setting off to discover their more secret side.
Derek explores two popular Welsh tourist sites. His first walk begins at Porthmadog harbour, before crossing the cob and arriving at the Italianate village of Portmeirion, and discovering 'Y Gwyllt', the wild headland beyond.
It is then time for a treasure hunt as Derek visits the Roman gold mines at Dolaucothi. Later, he breaks out into some beautiful countryside to take up their trig point challenge and reach the highest point on the estate.
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Sat 8 Nov 202517:35
BBC Two Wales & Wales HD only
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Derek pans for gold
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The stunning Glaslyn estuary
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Derek Brockway |
| Series Producer | Steve Freer |
| Director | Tammy Kennedy |
Broadcasts
- Fri 13 Jan 201719:30BBC One Wales & Wales HD only
- Sat 27 May 201717:30BBC Two Wales
- Sat 23 Jun 201817:00BBC Two Wales
- Wed 29 Jan 202011:45BBC One Wales & Wales HD only
- Sun 31 Oct 202115:00BBC One Wales HD & Wales only
- Tue 14 Dec 202114:15BBC Two Wales & Wales HD only
- Sun 2 Jan 202218:30BBC Two Wales & Wales HD only
- Sat 29 Jul 202317:15BBC One Wales & Wales HD only
- Thu 9 May 202417:30BBC Two Wales HD & Wales only
- Sat 8 Nov 202517:35BBC Two Wales & Wales HD only
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