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Escape to France Part 2: Granville RIB Experience
From Gorey to Granville! A unique experience retracing history from Jersey to France! Join fellow WW2 escapees departing Gorey by RIB at 8:30am, time to explore the town, and readings and music in Notre Dame de Granville (11:30am-12:15pm) before returning to Jersey for 1.30pm.
- Seasonal opening
- Booking needed
Price: £100 - £100
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Join an unforgettable day of adventure as we re-enact escaping from Jersey to France in World War Two! Embark on a unique experience across the Channel departing Gorey at 8:30am by RIB to the charming port of Granville, France. After time exploring the port, a dramatic event in Notre-Dame de Granville tells the story through words and music of those brave escapees from Jersey to France by boat between 1944-1945.
A String Quartet will perform a captivating programme, with music related to the seas. Return to Jersey at 1:30pm. Part 3 is a related show from 6-7pm in the beautiful setting of Gouray Church.
For tickets, call 01534 761767 or visit www.musicjersey.com.
- May:
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17th May 2025
08:30 - 13:30
We are open:
May
- Outdoor
Location
Gorey Pier
Jersey
Grouville
JE3 6EW
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