For those who fancy buying Normandy property but also enjoying something that could seem quintessentially English while over there, the ideal event may be taking place in March.

The annual Mortagne au Perche Black Pudding Fair offers connoisseurs of the delicacy one may associate with Bury a chance to taste the Norman version – or lots of them.

As well as the local produce, those from Lancashire and many other places besides will descend on the town to bring forth their wares, in a cornucopia of baked pigs blood that will delight fans of the delicacy.

The decades-old festival is just one of many events and attractions that may tempt people to invest in Normandy property.

Other events include the Granville Carnival in February and the Franco-British Plants and Gardens Exhibition at Chateau de Crosville-sur-Douve.

Normandy property may also make a good investment, according to managing director of Solihull-based Cherish Properties Steve Wright, who told the Birmingham Post this week that France has "six to seven per cent growth a year on average".

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