JollyDays Supported Holidays: French Countryside with Colin and Wendy

Our holiday to France started early in the morning so that we could enjoy as much time as possible in the French countryside.

We spent our week in lovely accommodation in a beautiful French village, from where we did not let the mixed weather stop us from getting out and about every day.

During the week we experienced a steam train ride through the Somme, several walks along the extensive sandy beeches, only interrupted by the stops for a drink or an ice cream,and a visit to the largest Aquarium in Europe.Here we were able to see many of the 35000 animals being kept there and the highlight of our day was watching the seals being fed and showing off their skills.

During the week we ate out a number of times experiencing French food and when we did eat at home we enjoyed a pretty good BBQ prepared by Colin.

One night when visiting the quaint town of Montreuil we were lucky that one of the many summer shows that go on in the area was taking place in the square and we were entertained by a very good French band.

Other trips during the week included a visit to the local chocolate factory, far too tempting for most us, and a trip to the market in Le Touquet for those necessary presents and souvenirs.

Everyone had a thoroughly good time and as always it was a shame when the time came to return home.

Our first dinner in a French restaurant...