Delights of Dieppe

Historical French town Dieppe boasts a plethora of delights for the summer holiday maker. From the picture-postcard harbour, along the cliff-framed beach and up to the imposing hillside chateau, these free treats combined with bargain holiday lets and a £30 ferry return make this a cheap and very cheerful channel hop.

As well as the busy Saturday market offering fresh produce, clothes and hand-made goods, a number of antique shops or 'Brocantes' offer a wealth of second-hand clothes, jewellery, art, collectibles, furniture and more. These Sonia Rykiel 1960s heels were just 25 Euros, but sadly still too small even after the third try. However, I did pick up a Beatles LP and leather saddle bag for 15 Euros total and two pretty animal brooches for 20 Euros. Sadly this bed frame was just a little too big to take back on the ferry...