UK Connection

The Château du Baffy provides the perfect base for a tour of superb educational value and fascinating experiences.

This elegant, historic building has it all... proximity to the UK, a good standard of accommodation for schools and is set in a rich cultural environment, plus the Château’s two acres of parkland are perfect for encouraging healthy lifestyle activities!

School groups will enjoy the best of both worlds combining a stay in the beautiful Normandy countryside with superb beaches and interesting excursions close to hand.

The Château du Baffy lies on the edge of the small village of Colombiers-sur-Seulles, situated between Caen and Bayeux, just 6km or so from the seaside resort of Courseulles-sur-Mer (Juno beach in the Normandy landings of 1944).

Things to do while staying at the Château du Baffy:

Towns & Cities

Colombiers and Creully - Groups will enjoy the best of both worlds combining a stay in the beautiful Normandy countryside with superb beaches close to hand. The Château du Baffy lies on the edge of the small village of Colombiers-sur-Seulles, situated between Caen and Bayeux, just 6km or so from the seaside resort of Courseulles-sur-Mer (Juno beach in the Normandy landings of 1944).

Colombiers-sur-Seulles - A traditional Normandy hamlet with a historic church and typical Normandy style buildings.

Honfleur - A visit to the ancient port of Honfleur is like stepping back in time.

Paris - Depart early morning with a packed lunch to visit France's beautiful capital city (journey time: 4 hours approx).

History & Landmarks

Bayeux and The Bayeux Tapestry - The story of William and Harold brought to life.

Arromanches - Arromanches is a small seaside town which played a critical role in the D Day landings of World War II.

The Normandy Landing Beaches - Groups can follow the 'Circuit du Débarquement' (a signposted route along Sword, Juno, Gold, Omaha and Utah landing beaches)

Falaise - The town where William the Conqueror was born and the site of the end of the Battle of Normandy.

Mont St Michel - Known as the 'Merveille des Merveilles' and the eighth wonder of the world.

Leisure

Courseulles - Bowling (open all year), swimming pool (open May - September), Ice skating.

Thury-Harcourt - Swimming Complex

Caen - Swimming pool, Ice Skating & Bowling

Lisieux - Indoor swimming complex.

Jurques Zoo Park - More than 500 animals in 15 hectares of grounds.

Festyland - Small theme park near Caen (seasonal opening).