Update

Saturday 8th June - Jeux Intervilles

As previously advised the Jeux Intervilles - (the fun Twinning Games) takes place on Saturday 8th June and a group, from Saint-Hilaire, comprising of the team and supporters will be in Jersey for the weekend. The St Peter- Saint Hilaire team would really appreciate your support as they compete against the other parishes. All you need to do is pop along to the Les Quennevais Playing Fields any time between 10am and 5:30pm. Refreshments will be available to purchase or bring a picnic.

NOTE - We also have 4 spaces available for the evening buffet/party - tickets are £25 person. Call 485158 now if you would like one of the remaining tickets.

Sunday 9th of June - Sunday Lunch

We will be hosting Sunday Lunch at the Lacerta Restaurant, Les Ormes for our visitors, members and friends. A menu is attached ( there is no need to pre-order)

If you would like to join us please send a cheque for £17.00 per person, payable to St Peter Twinning Association, to The Treasurer  Les Belles Reves, La Grande Piece, St Peter JE3 7AE to reach us NO LATER THAN FRIDAY 24th MAY

Sunday 7th July - Walk

Advance notice of day trip visit by Saint-Hilaire to Jersey to walk from Rozel to St Catherine. More details of how you can join in to follow, but please keep this date free.

Finally, please remember that if you have not already renewed, subscriptions at £10 per person are now due and must be paid no later than Wednesday 29th May 2013

If you have any queries on any of the above information, please contact us either by email or by calling any member of the committee.

See photos HERE

Another successful trip to Saint Hilaire took place just over a week ago. Attached are some photos of the visit which was described by some as the best ever!

We were collected in St Malo by some of our hosts and taken to the small town of Ducey. Having driven through this beautiful place several times over the years it was nice to stop and wander around the interesting streets and shops and the fascinating Chateau Des Montgomery - all after a great informal lunch of course, at which several members of the Saint Hilaire Association joined us.

Saturday evening and Sunday morning were time spent with our host families enjoying their generous hospitality, relaxing in their homes or strolling around Saint Hilaire. As I commented at the time, 'there is something very special about sitting around a dinner table with people who speak a different language and do things differently than you do'

On Sunday afternoon, the group met up at a Wine and Gastronomy Fair in the adjacent commune of Parigny. This was a great opportunity to try and buy local foods, wines and specialities. There was still time afterwards for what turned out to be a unique and very special visit to Chateau de Parigny. Monsiuer and Madame de Fauchon de Villeplee greeted us and gave the our group a fascinating tour around the grounds our their home and then unexpectedly allowed us inside, a privilege usually reserved for visitors a couple of months a year when they are not present. - Proof that twinning really does open doors!  Sunday evening saw the traditional get together at which we enjoyed a lovely buffet meal. We were able get to know new members a little better and catch up with old friends. It was also an opportunity for our Association to present outgoing Saint Hilaire Association President Irene Saladin with a 'thank-you' gift for all her had work.

And then it was Monday. The rendezvous today was at the local Leclerc supermarket - an opportunity to stock up on all those 'essentials'. Then after bidding our farewells we headed to the the ever popular Maison Tirel-Guerin at Saint-Meloir-des-Ondes for a fantastic lunch accompanied by a few of our Saint Hilaire friends who we treated to lunch as a thank-you for getting us safely back to St Malo

Enjoy the photos. And on behalf of  your committee, next time we really hope that you will be with us.

Bryan

Trip to Saint Hilaire

We are pleased to be able to publish details of the next trip to Saint Hilaire which will take place on 4th to 6th May 2013
For more information and to book your place call 485158 or email stpetertwinning@gmail.com

Saturday May 4th.

6.30am.           Meet at Elizabeth Harbour Terminal for 7.10am departure by Condor Rapide.

9.30am.           Arrive St. Malo.

10am.              Depart St. Malo for St. Hilaire du Harcouët.

                        Lunch with Hosts in  St. Hilaire and afternoon free.

Sunday May 5th.

                        Programme organised by the St. Hilaire Twinning Association.

Monday May 6th.

10.30am.         Depart St. Hilaire by Coach for leisurely drive through the Normandy countryside to La Gouësnière for lunch at Hotel Tirel - Guérin at La Gare de la Gouësnière. (Lunch included in price of trip but drinks will be extra).

14.30pm.(Approx)                  Coach departs for Le Carrefour Hypermarket near St. Malo.

(1 Hour shopping) 

16.00pm. (Approx)     Coach departs for Ferry terminal in St. Malo.

16.30pm.         Check-in at La Gare du Naye for 17.30pm departure by Condor Rapide.

17.50pm.         Arrive Jersey.

Price £100 person (to include return ferry travel, coach transport throughout and lunch on Monday – other meals provided by hosts)

Supplements for Accomodation at Hôtel Le Cygne

Single room, including breakfast.                   £70 per night

Twin/Double room, including breakfast.         £45 per person per night

Final details and timings are subject to change, accommodation subject to availability

AGM Cancelled

Due to the adverse weather conditions, we have decided to cancel the AGM due to take place on Tuesday 12th March.

A new date will be arranged and notified to all members in due course

Highlands College Meal

We are planning a meal at the Highlands College Restaurant.


Date: Thursday 7th February 2012
Time: 6.30pm for 7.00pm sharp (finishes at 9.30pm)
Cost: £14.50 - 3 courses plus coffee

This is a really popular venue and is sure to be a good night.

Numbers are strictly limited to 40, so places will be on a first come first serve basis. 
Non-members welcome.

email stpetertwinning@gmail.com to reserve your place or call 485158

Sunday Lunch

Following on from the huge success of last year's Sunday Lunch at the Red Rose, we are doing it again. 

This year we have chosen Le Moulin de Lecq. They have a great menu priced at £17.50

The date is 18th November 12.30 for 1.00pm 

Come and join us and why not bring a few friends too. Everyone is welcome.

Call 485158 for more details and to reserve your place.

St Peter's Big Day Out

Day Trip Photos


On Saturday 22nd September a group of 25 took a Day Trip to St Peter’s twin
town, Saint-Hilaire-du-Harcouet.

For some it was their second visit this year, having taken part in the
Association’s annual weekend visit, which this year coincided with the Bastille
celebrations in July.

The day trip however was intended to allow new and prospective members to
get a taste of what Saint-Hilaire has to offer and to experience the generous
hospitality which is a hallmark of the relationship that has built up over the
years.

The party was greeted in Saint-Hilaire by members of their Twinning Association
then, after an aperitif courtesy of the St Peter Association, sat down for a superb
lunch at the Hotel Le Cygne. It was an opportunity for first time visitors to get
to know their hosts and for members to renew old acquaintances. Irene
Saladin, President of the Saint-Hilaire Association and Claire de Gruchy President
of the St Peter Association spoke of their delight that the two communities'
relationship continues to thrive.

After lunch a short reception took place in the Town Hall with the Mayor, Gilbert
Badiou and Jean-Luc Garnier, who is responsible for Culture and Tourism
extending their welcome to the St Peter Visitors.

There was time to explore the town and do a little shopping before leaving. With
many of the first time visitors commenting that they wished they could stay
longer the day, albeit short, was judged to be a success and one that will likely
be repeated alongside the ever popular 2-3 day weekend visits.