Euro/pound exchange rate in town

[destroyer]

Would anyone be able to tell me what rate is available in town at present, changing Sterling notes (as opposed to travellers' cheques) into Euros? Thanks.

[ron5000]

1.23 on Friday with 10 euro commission charge, selling was 1.26

[destroyer]

Many thanks.

[destroyer]

Should also have asked, do the Cambios change largish sums - I'm thinking maybe £3,000? Or would this be in breach of any sort of money laundering regulations?
Cheers.

[EMM]

Why not try one of the banks, given 24hours notice I am sure they would be able to change such a large amount for cash.
We certainly have to give our bank reasons for transferring currency as part of anti money laundering regulations.

[roy4eyes]

For £3000 contact Premier FX at info@premfx.com or phone 00351 289 358 511 and ask for Peter Rexstrew - rate today 1.24 with no commisssion.

Tell him roy4eyes recommended you and I get my 'Brownie Points' !!

[destroyer]

Thank you both. Roy, as I don't have a Portuguese bank account PremFX can't assist. As I have to have the money the day I arrive (or my daughter doesn't get married!) I've opted to get the cash here. Thomson did me 1.225 as a "large purchase" deal.
Helpful input and much appreciated.

[maccasa]

Just take it to sanatnder half way up restaurant hill and change it at the counter - they will give you the rate less ~.7% and charge around €7 for any amount - they will change up to 5k without notice