Thanks for the geography lesson, Malcolm. Actually, 90 miles isn't
considered "far" out here in the Wild West.
I knew "The Prisoner" was filmed in Portmeirion but I hadn't a clue as
to where it was. That was probably the oddest TV series ever made--
rather intriguing, though-- a real cult classic. Patrick McGoohan played
a good role in that series.
Regards, Neil Tucson, AZ
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From: owner-land-speed@autox.team.net
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Sent: Friday, February 18, 2005 1:27 PM
To: Land Speed List
Subject: The Prisoner & UK Beaches
I could be glib and say everywhere in England is close to the next place
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when compared with the USA, Canada or Australia - but no, Pendine is not
the location for the 'Prisoner' programme nor close to it, about 90
miles
straight line apart.
That village is at Portmeirion which is near Porthmadog in the north of
wales - but still a south facing beach. Sands are extensive but not as
long as Pendine, but good for a TV show.
Weston Super Mare has been used for sand racing and speed trials
(standing
start kilo type events) but not to my knowledge for any LSR (as we know
it
over here). I used to go to Weston for the speed trials on the
promenade.
You may not have seen but the Metisse (pictured on Landracing,com) had
SKF
sponsorship - excellent bearings and rod ends.
I always try to extend the LSR knowledge whilst answering simple
geography
questions!
I will be at Maxton on 30 April/ 1 May if flights work OK. Then on to
Nevada.
Malcolm Pittwood, Derby, England
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