Sunday, August 08, 2004

Fete du Ble

Took a trip to the Fête du Blé et des Vieux Métiers in Pleudihen-sur-Rance, Brittany today. In very stereotypical fashion Elizabeth liked the animals and Hugh liked the parade of old tractors and farm machines. I think we have overdone the festivals a bit this year, this is the forth one. They are all very enjoyable, and if you have never been to a fête then it is definitely worth the trip. Personally I like starting with the trestle table lunch and wine. Inexpensive, basic food which sets me up for the afternoon.

Ladies from Brittany in typical Breton black and white costumeBreton familyWork in the fields threshing wheatOld tractor from the paradeWashing clothes the old wayHorse drawn wheat harvester

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