Insider’s Guide

The chateau at Gratot was built in the 14th century. It was abandoned in the early 20th century although a ...
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Villedieu is traditionally known as a hub of metalwork production, particularly copper, brass and pewter. The word poêles refers to ...
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The Jardin des Plantes in Coutances is one of Normandy's oldest public gardens. It was created between 1852 and 1855 ...
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'Vide greniers' (literally means empty lofts) are a very popular weekend activity in Normandy. A similar concept to a car ...
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Bayeux in Normandy is home to this beautiful cathedral and just a 75 minute drive from Gavray. The medieval town, ...
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A Heritage Festival is being held until 11 May on Jersey, Guernsey, Alderney, Herm and Sark. Many buildings will be ...
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Now that the weather is getting warmer, it's the perfect time to enjoy some time rock pooling. It's a great ...
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The Abbaye Notre-Dame de Hambye was founded in around 1145. Not all of the abbey remains intact, but this beautiful ...
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What an amazing view! Click on the pic to watch the time lapse as the tide comes in and completely ...
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The festival is an annual event and will take place from 8 - 16 May 2015 in Coutances, Normandy. The ...
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A Gothic Roman Catholic cathedral constructed from 1210 to 1274 that incorporates the remains of an earlier Norman cathedral. Although ...
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Great pictures from Sabina Lorkin of the 'tide of the century' (not sure why it's called that as it happens ...
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