


Follow in Ant Middleton’s footsteps in rural Normandy
The hardest man on TV right now, Ant Middleton of SAS: Who Dares Wins spent most of his childhood in rural Normandy, where he developed a taste for adventure. France’s vast natural landscapes are perfect for outdoorsy types, even those who fancy testing their own survival skills…
Noel Edmonds puts his France home up for sale
Contestants sweating it out in this year’s I’m a Celebrity include TV and radio star Noel Edmonds, someone more used to a comfy existence in the south of France! Here’s why Noel’s experience in the Australian jungle must feel like a million miles from the Côte d’Azur!
Easily accessible homes in Normandy
For British homeowners, picturesque and affordable Normandy has the added bonus of being easily accessible by ferry or Eurotunnel and then train, car, bicycle or on foot. And it’s amazing what a difference just a few miles of water makes to the lifestyle on offer! Here’s a quick guide to some wonderful areas for easily accessible homes in Normandy.
How to make a little money on your French home
The rental market in France was very buoyant until Covid struck, and will be again by mid-2021, hopefully. If you’re considering buying a second home you can let out when you’re not in residence, or perhaps you’re moving permanently and you’re looking for a property that comes with a gîte, now is a great time to start planning.