Locals are fuming as a historic Welsh manor house ditches its original name for an English one! Plas Bodegroes, a stunning Georgian gem in North Wales dating back to the 1780s, has controversially been rebranded as “Bromfield Hall” to entice visitors from across the border. This decision has sparked outrage in the predominantly Welsh-speaking region where preserving traditional names is crucial to cultural identity. Critics have slammed the change as “shameful” and “a disgrace.”
Online reactions have been fierce, with one local calling it a “disgrace” and questioning why there’s no law against such actions. Meanwhile, Big House Experience, the holiday platform listing the property, explained that the new name is just a marketing tactic. They argue it’s necessary for security and to protect bookings, but locals aren’t buying it.
The manor, famous for its wisteria-clad verandah, has a rich history and was once home to Wales’ only Michelin-starred restaurant. Despite the rebranding, many are insisting the original name remains important. Local historian John Dilwyn Williams called it “stupid” and “inexcusable.”
The company behind the change stressed that there’s no intention to undermine Welsh heritage. They claim the name switch helps remove booking barriers for those unfamiliar with Welsh pronunciations.
What are your thoughts on this name change? Is it a harmless marketing move or a step too far in compromising cultural heritage? Let us know! #WelshHeritage #CulturalIdentity #PlasBodegroes