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4th December 2024

GPSR Update on EU & Northern Ireland orders

We have some sad news for our EU and Northern Ireland customers.

You may have read recently about GPSR and the changes it brings to how the UK sells products into the EU and Northern Ireland. The General Product Safety Regulations (GPSR) are taking effect on 13th December and this unfortunatley means we will have to temporarily suspend all services to our EU and Northern Ireland customers.

GPSR is basically replacing older safety regs and are being put in place to ensure that all sales placed in the EU meet modern safety standards. This is great as obviously safety is paramount and we want to ensure we are fully compliant. However the GPSR means all businesses selling products (‘Product’ means any item intended for consumers or likely to be used by consumers, whether in return for payment or free of charge), must have an Authorised Representative based in the EU/NI who acts as a compliance contact and ensures the products meet EU requirements. At the moment, we do not have the resources to fulfil this but we are working with our couriers to explore how they will be able to assist with this new requirement.

This isn't something we wanted to do but there is very little information available about how UK businesses can continue operating within the European & Northern Ireland markets at the moment. 

To avoid non-compliance, we have had to temporarily suspend all EU and Northern Ireland services with immediate effect. 

If any orders do manage to come through in the meantime, we're afraid we will have to cancel and refund as we cannot fulfil them with the new GPSR compliance.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank you all so much for your support over the years and how much we value your continued custom choosing to shop with us.

Once we have navigated our way through the new compliance regulation, we do hope to see our EU and Northern Ireland customers again. In the menatime, please email us for any updates or queries at : info@portmeiriononline.co.uk

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22nd March 2024

Monopoly Snowdonia Edition

We had the pleasure of launching the brand new MONOPOLY Snowdonia Edition here at Portmeirion. Fans of the popular game will be delighted to hear that this is a bilingual version which perfectly encapsulates Snowdonia on this classic board game.

Featuring local landmarks and attractions, Pass GO and begin your journey exploring the best Snowdonia has to offer. Discover the views from up high at Zip World or take in the mountain skyline from Cader Idris, known as a mountainside steeped in myth and legend.

Stumble into the natural landscapes of the Migneint and then use various reserve trails and scrambling routes to guide your journey to success!

Once home to the Welsh Princes, an array of castles can be seen on your North Wales adventure. Which will be yours for the taking?

Available to buy here NOW! 

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5th March 2024

Celebrate Mother's Day this Sunday 10th March

It's that time of year again! Who doesn't love treating their Mum on Mother's Day!?

At Portmeirion, we know how special this day is and we're here to help and inspire you on how to celebrate! Here are our top tips for making her day special.

1. Book a three course Sunday Lunch at Castell Deudraeth or Hotel with fantastic views of the estuary.

2. Treat her to an Afternoon Tea at the Hotel. Book in for the day before or buy a voucher so you can celebrate at a later date here

3. Treat your Mum to a pampering with some gorgeous sets from L'Occitane. It's always nice to have some luxurious skincare and the Almond Discovery set is a great introduction to L'Occitane.

4. Gift a box of decadent chocolates NOT made for sharing! Charbonnel et Walker are the peak of luxury chocolates and if you Mum likes chocolate, she will LOVE these!

5. Help Mum find her new favourite mug! Emma Bridgewater have some fantastic designs including this special Mum mug.

Happy Mother's Day to all the fantastic Mums out there!

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5th January 2024

Home Prep this Veganuary with KitchenCraft

As we enter January and have polished off the indulgences of Christmas, it's good to have a fresh start in the New Year.

Veganuary has gained popularity over the past few years and it's a fad that doesn't seem to be slowing down anytime soon. Whether you intend on joining in or just eating more fruit and vegetables, we have you covered with KitchenCraft. Establised in 1850, they produce and manufacture affordable utensils and homewares. You will find an array of kitchen utensils ideal for food preparation alongside a variety of baking and cooking equipment.

Whatever meals you have planned this January you can be sure that KitchenCraft have the exact equipment you need!

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