{"id":15260,"date":"2020-01-23T18:14:56","date_gmt":"2020-01-24T02:14:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/?p=15260"},"modified":"2021-10-28T12:16:21","modified_gmt":"2021-10-28T19:16:21","slug":"exploring-dylan-thomas-country","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/exploring-dylan-thomas-country\/","title":{"rendered":"Exploring Dylan Thomas Country"},"content":{"rendered":"

\u201cThough they sink through the sea they shall rise again;
\nThough lovers be lost love shall not
\nAnd death shall have no dominion<\/i>\u201d<\/p>\n

\u2013 Dylan Thomas<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Dylan
Photo courtesy of the BBC<\/center><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Wales<\/a> loves its artists. That\u2019s easy to say with the likes of actors Richard Burton<\/a>, Anthony Hopkins<\/a> and Michael Sheen<\/a> all hailing from the South West Coast of Wales, near Swansea. No artist, however, commands a deeper place in a Walesian\u2019s heart than poet and writer, Dylan Thomas<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Dylan Thomas was born in a middleclass home in Swansea<\/a>, Wales on October 27, 1914. His father, a failed poet and school teacher, insisted that only English be spoken in the home and that Dylan should have access to his grand library. Thus his education began. Adolescent Dylan wrote prolifically, and enjoyed early success with his first poem published in his school magazine.<\/p>\n

\"Dylan
The converted boathouse where Thomas lived with his family.<\/span> Photo courtesy of Deb Roskamp.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Dylan moved often in his young life, with his work conveying a unique bond with the people and places on the South West Coast of Wales. Swansea, Ceredidion, Carmarthenshire were among the places he lived, as well as the converted boathouse in Laugharne, where he spent the last four years of his life with his wife, Caitlin, and their three children.<\/p>\n

It is in Laugharne<\/a> where he wrote his famous play for voices, ‘Under Milk Wood<\/i>.\u2019 Dylan’s most popular poems include ‘Do not go Gentle into that Good Night<\/i>‘ \u2013 a prelude to his own father\u2019s death \u2013 \u2018And Death shall have No Dominion<\/i>,\u2019 ‘Fern Hill<\/i>,’ ‘The Hunchback in the Park<\/i>\u2019 and \u2018Portrait of the Artist as a Young Dog<\/i>.\u2019 His work took many forms, including scripts for radio broadcasts and plays, short stories and films \u2013 although he is clearly best known for poetry. Unlike most poets, Thomas was internationally famous in his own lifetime. This led to speaking engagements \u2013 four in New York<\/a> \u2013 with the readings of his works and of others.<\/p>\n

\"Tenby
Photo courtesy of Deb Roskamp<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Many recordings of these readings exist today, where you can quite literally hear the sounds of the hills, valleys and shorelines of South West Wales in his voice. Hordes of female admirers who would send invitations to meet him. To avoid their disappointment upon seeing him, the 5 ft. 4 Thomas felt it necessary to reply back, explaining his unique appearance. The letters would often state: \u201cI am 5 ft. 6 and\u2026.\u201d There has been much speculation about his private life. Was he a drunkard, a hopeless debtor, an undiagnosed diabetic or an eternal adolescent, who relied on the support of friends, family and strangers? He still remains an enigma today. Dylan collapsed outside the White Horse Tavern in New York after having given a reading across the street. He had drunk 18 glasses of whiskey. He died shortly after at a local hospital on November 9, 1953.<\/p>\n

\"Dylan
A Thomas devotee pays homage at Dylan\u2019s gravesite.<\/span> Photo courtesy of Deb Roskamp.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Dylan
Dylan Thomas\u2019 place of birth.<\/span> Photo courtesy of Deb Roskamp.<\/center><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

His death was mourned by the world\u2019s literary community. His final resting place is signified by a simple white cross in Laugharne\u2019s cemetery. Years later when Richard Burton<\/a> died, he was buried with a copy of Dylan\u2019s Collected Poems<\/i> on his chest.<\/p>\n

Selected Highlights<\/h3>\n

Dylan’s Birthplace<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

“I was born in a large Welsh industrial town at the beginning of the Great War: an ugly, lovely town (or so it was, and is, to me).<\/i>” Dylan\u2019s birth home is located in the Uplands district of Swansea, where he lived until age four. Lovingly restored by Annie & Jeff Haydn, it is open for tours and also proves a great example of a middleclass Welsh home circa 1914.<\/p>\n

\"Dylan
Photo courtesy of Deb Roskamp<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The Dylan Thomas Centre in Swansea<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

The Dylan Thomas Centre offers a permanent exhibition of his life and work. The Dylan Thomas Theatre is located in the heart of the Maritime Cultural Quarter. Look for his statue in the adjacent plaza.<\/p>\n

\"the
Thomas\u2019 Writing Shed left just the way he liked it.<\/span> Photo courtesy of Deb Roskamp.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Laugharne<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

Overlooking the picturesque River Taf Estuary, rests Thomas\u2019 Boat House and adjacent cliff side Writing Shed, where he wrote many of his major works.<\/p>\n

Tenby<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

\"a
Photo courtesy of Deb Roskamp<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Dylan and Caitlin were first introduced and often visited this picturesque seaside town. Take the boat to Caldey Island, populated by a Cistercian Monastic Order, and sample their island-made perfumes and chocolates. They make perfect inexpensive gifts.<\/p>\n

\"Rhossili
The Wales Coast Path is a unique long distance footpath. For the joy of hikers, it is the only one in the world that encompasses the entire Wales coastline.<\/span> Photo courtesy of Deb Roskamp.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The Dylan Thomas Trails<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

Spread across South West Wales, the Wales Coast Path showcases quaint small towns, and the remarkable land and seascapes which inspired Thomas. The Gower Peninsula features the fishing village of Mumbles and the stunning beach of Rhossili, where Dylan would camp and often walk the Gower cliffs. Two of his best loved short stories, \u2018Extraordinary Little Cough<\/i>\u2019 and \u2018Who Do You Wish Was With Us?<\/i>\u2019 are set in ethereal Rhossili. If you\u2019d like to hike further, the 870 mile long Wales Coast Path<\/a> spans the length of the Welsh coastline.<\/p>\n

Where To Stay<\/h3>\n

St. Brides Hotel and Spa, Saundersfoot<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

\"St.
Luxury redefined at St. Brides Hotel and Spa, Saundersfoot<\/a>. Make sure you order the scallops in restaurant.<\/span> Photo courtesy of St. Brides Hotel and Spa, Saundersfoot.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

This luxury hotel and spa rests on top of a cliff, overlooking Saundersfoot beach. It makes a perfect home base for exploring the Dylan Thomas Trails.<\/p>\n

Brown’s Hotel, Laugharne<\/a> (Circa 1752)<\/b><\/p>\n

Easily the best hotel to experience Thomas\u2019 last four years of his life. The hotel\u2019s pub is where Dylan would stop for a daily pint after visiting his ailing father.<\/p>\n

The Dragon Hotel, Swansea<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

\"Dragon
LEFT: The posh Dragon Hotel\u2019s dining room.<\/span> Photo courtesy of Dragon Hotel; RIGHT: Stop for a pint at the Brown’s Hotel and Public House. Dylan did once a day after visiting his dying father at an adjacent hospital.<\/span> Photo courtesy of Deb Roskamp.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Nestled in the heart of the city centre, the Dragon Hotel is Swansea\u2019s premier 4-star hotel. It proves the ideal location for enjoying the city\u2019s seemingly endless Dylan Thomas attractions. Make sure you dine on the restaurant\u2019s Salt Marsh Lamb. Yes, it is different and delicious.<\/p>\n

Welsh Treats: What to Eat<\/h3>\n
\"Full
Full Welsh Breakfast: eggs, sausage, beans, back bacon, grilled tomatoes and mushrooms, potatoes, fried bread and laverbread \u2013 made of seaweed, described by Richard Burton as “Welshman’s caviar.”<\/span> Photo courtesy of Deb Roskamp<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Welsh
Welsh Rarebit, served with back bacon or tomatoes.<\/span> Photo courtesy of Deb Roskamp<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Welsh
Welsh Cream Tea: Bara Brith (speckled bread), Welsh Tea Cakes, scones and clotted cream.<\/span> Photo courtesy of Deb Roskamp.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"cockles
Cockles & mussels served over potato cake.<\/span> Photo courtesy of Deb Roskamp.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

For further information, Visit Wales<\/a>; Visit Swansea Bay<\/a>;\u200e The Dylan Thomas Centre in Swansea<\/a>; St. Brides Hotel and Spa, Saundersfoot<\/a>; The Dragon Hotel, Swansea<\/a>; Browns Hotel, Laugharne<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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