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Following an early night and a lay in for some, we set off early with bellies full of pain au chocolate. Today was to be our furthest day from the site; travelling first to the castle at L'Estamps, the port at Graveline then finishing at Le Coupole.
The castle was intriguing; much of it was built underground in the 17th century with wonderful star shaped ramparts enclosing the moulin and town. We were able to explore the boulangerie and the pillared rooms whilst looking at the original plans of the castle and some detailed artwork. Outside were some interesting sculptures in the cultivated gardens atop the river. We then ventured to Gravelines for our lunch by the sea , enduring extremely windy conditions and dive-bombing seagulls!
Although the journey to Le Coupole was the longest yet from our base, it was well worth the visit. We were all fascinated by the original rockets which were suspended from the ceilings, along with the many photographs which evoked some emotional responses from some of us. There were a few mini-cinemas around the museum which enabled us to watch the different films whilst listening through individual headsets - luckily enough, in English.
No frogs' legs or snails for supper tonight, burgers!!! Much to the relief of many of us!
Tommorrow brings us another busy day with the bakery, the sweet factory, lunch out in a restaurant and supper with some local french visitors. The days are just flying by!!!
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Mr Crowhurst It looks like you have been having a fabulous time! Thank you for sharing all your travels. Don't you think that the castle at L'Estamps look like a tortoise, or is it just me? :-) Being an ICT teacher, I would like to see more emoticons on your blog reports! (plane) @>,-'-- (rose)
Miss Lee Morning. A lie in? is that allowed???? What a fab food day you will be having today. Food students- take lots of notes and photos!
Madame Hardman Bonjour a tous, You are really lucky to have a lie in - I don't think that we allowed a lie in last year!! I hope that you have a lovely day at the bakery and the sweet shop. Enjoy your lunch out as well. Travel safely and Bon Voyage!!
Mrs Scott I'm very glad that you've encounted some visual culture as well as eating loads!! It sounds as though you've done masses! I'm looking forward to hearing all about bread making. Safe journey home tomorrow!