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George Pitman found his little slice of heaven in the spellbinding Pays de Bray, just inland from the bracing shores of Normandy
Synonymous with cider, brandy, countryside and coastlines, Calvados offers all that’s great about France and, Annaliza Davis explains, it’s also a great choice for househunters
Normandy is the land of cider, cheese, and Impressionism, and it seems British buyers are catching on. The Sunday Times...
Artist David Hockney has shared exclusive iPad-drawn artworks with the BBC, which depict the awakening of spring in Normandy – where...
Thousands of Britons have discovered the charms of Normandy’s coastline, countryside and cuisine. Some buy holiday or rental properties here, while others settle permanently. Dominic Bliss finds out what the big attraction is...
Camembert and Calvados are two very famous examples of the fine French food and drink to come out of Normandy....
Ready to make the move? The FrenchEntrée Property Services team reveals its top search areas – on and off the...
Annaliza Davis revels in a hugely varied area that offers the best of France, from coast to country, city and...
Sylvia Edwards-Davis talks to Ani Moriarty about experiencing a coup de foudre for a little cottage in Normandy, which became...
Annaliza Davis revels in a hugely varied area that offers the best of France, from coast to country, city and...
WHERE TO BUY IN FRANCE NOW! The FrenchEntrée Property Services team reveal their top areas in which to begin your...
We assess the benefits of buying in two popular regions of France, kicking off with a real pair of northern heavyweights.............
Thinking of buying a property in Normandy? This article is an introductory guide to the region covering climate, landscape, access, property styles and prices. Start your search today!
It’s a dream renovation in Normandy… Although busy as a blogger, author, antiques hunter and mother, Sharon Santoni still finds time...
In Lower Normandy, apple cider has been distilled into brandy since the Middle Ages. Florence Derrick visits the Boulard family distillery in Coquainvilliers, where 85% of the region’s tipple is produced…
Director: Charles Nemes Cert: TBC Running time: 97 mins Alice (Helena Noguerra) is about to celebrate her 40th birthday, her friends club together to...
Taking inspiration from the know-how and traditions of Normandy, offer your guests something unique with these ideas for homemade apperitifs.
In 2007, the Hill family from Kent moved to Calvados in Normandy where they now run an eco-gite business. Here, wife and mother of two, Rosie Hill, shares their story with FrenchEntree - complete with faux pas and pigs.
Two British artists have set out to make 9,000 sand drawings on the D-Day landing beaches in France on Peace...
Find something to celebrate in Normandy... Explore the region via Rouen, Falaise, Lisieux, Le Havre, Bayeux, Honfleur, Deauville and Trouville-sur-Mer.
In 2002 Patrick and Nicky Hilyer swapped a settled family life in Saffron Walden, North Essex for an exciting but unpredictable future: running a restaurant in Lower Normandy. Patrick explains how they became restaurateurs.
Warning! Buying a house just because you fall in love with it and changing countries without a second glance, or buying a gorgeous 2CV van without seeing it in the tin, can seriously affect your life...
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[IMAGE-MISSING]How did you find your French house? Why did you choose it? And what lessons have you learnt? Each month FrenchEntrée asks a homeowner to explain their choice of property in France. This month we talk to…June and Robert from West Sussex
When you think of Normandy, think Crêpes, Galettes and Cider. Here are some top tips for making your crêpes with a Norman twist…
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So what are the local specialities of Normandy? And what’s actually in them? We demystify those untranslatable dishes and change your menu nightmare in to menu heaven!
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Thinking of buying a property in Normandy? This article is an introductory guide to the region covering climate, landscape, attractions, access, property styles and prices.
The 2024 Paris Olympics come to a close this weekend, watch out for new free-flow motorway tolls (fines apply!), and get your questions in now for next week’s FrenchEntrée webinar. Here are the French news stories you need to know about this week.
Enjoy mini-breaks in France to explore potential roots, as advised by Joanna Leggett. Experience diverse locales to find your perfect match.
Embark on an enriching narrative spanning continents in "Real Life: From Texas to Brittany," a tale of adventure and transformation.