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Morning Glory
14 Jan 2020

Morning Glory

by darrellkirsop | posted in: Local Attractions, Nature | 0

Took an early morning walk in the grounds of Castle La Ducrie yesterday morning and (ably assisted by the dogs) spooked one of these magnificent chaps. In point of fact, the dogs took no interest whatsoever; Lottie, the hyperactive Border … Continued

deer, roebuck, wildlife
Lessay Fair – a 1,000 years of tradition
7 Jan 2020

Lessay Fair – a 1,000 years of tradition

by darrellkirsop | posted in: History, Local Attractions, Local Events, Medieval History | 0

Imagine an agricultural fair that has existed since the time of William the Conqueror’s invasion of Britain, and continues to this day. That’s around 500 years before the Pilgrim Fathers arrived in North America! Horses remain at the heart of … Continued

agriculture, horses, lessay fair, medieval history
The tranquillity of a la Ducrie dusk
23 Apr 2019

The tranquillity of a la Ducrie dusk

by darrellkirsop | posted in: Nature, The Castle | 0

A recent guest very kindly sent us this atmospheric photograph of the castle and moat, which perfectly captures the calm and tranquillity of a la Ducrie dusk. All that’s missing is the singing of frogs (well it is the mating … Continued

dusk, frogs, nature
History in hiding
3 Sep 2017

History in hiding

by darrellkirsop | posted in: History, Military History, The Castle | 0

There are doubtless many forgotten secrets relating to the long history of la Ducrie. Sadly, we may never know most of them, but back in 2002, we discovered one such fascinating story, still within living memory. One day, we were … Continued

liberation, résistance, ww2
If you adore Dior…
26 Aug 2017

If you adore Dior…

by darrellkirsop | posted in: Local Attractions, Local Events | 0

Little known outside of France, the wonderful Dior Museum is a short & pleasant rural drive from la Ducrie castle. La Villa ‘des Rhumbs’ was Christian Dior’s childhood home, and is every bit as elegant as Dior style itself. As … Continued

dior, fashion, museums
From Paris to Perfect Peace
26 Aug 2017

From Paris to Perfect Peace

by darrellkirsop | posted in: The Castle | 0

Hope you like our classic summer railway poster reproduction?  

getting here, rail

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