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Our Welsh Chapel Dream Series Premiere, 5 May 2024, Channel 4
In the first episode of Channel 4’s new series Our Welsh Chapel Dream, master potter and The Great Pottery Throw Down judge Keith Brymer Jones and his partner, actor and textile designer Marj Hogarth, begin their ambitious project to restore a derelict chapel in Wales. The couple plan to transform the 160-year-old Capel Salem in Pwllheli, which they purchased in 2022, into their forever home and a working pottery studio for the community.
As they dive into the restoration process, Keith and Marj encounter a range of challenges. They must tackle issues such as dry rot and the removal of pigeon guano, which is not only disgusting but also toxic. They also need to obtain change-of-use planning permission, as the listed building has no power or hot water. With the help of builders, an architect, and the support of the local community, they gradually work towards making their dream a reality.
The episode offers an insight into the couple’s journey as they navigate the joys and challenges of restoring their dream home while sharing their space with unexpected feathered friends—a colony of local pigeons that has made itself quite comfortable within the chapel’s walls.
Keith and Marj’s plans for the chapel include preserving its heritage while adding their own dramatic touches. They intend to keep the outside of the building true to its original state but will put their own stamp on the interior, drawing on their theatrical backgrounds. They also plan to open their home to the community and offer pottery apprenticeships for locals.
Our Welsh Chapel Dream Series Premiere airs on Channel 4 at 8.00 pm on Sunday 5 May 2024.
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