Haydn Wood’s most famous song, popular with soldiers in Northern France in World War I, inspired a rose by British breeder David Austin – one you can admire in gardens around Hauts-de-France.
The Roses of Picardy®...
Created by David Austin in 2004 for the centenary of the Entente Cordiale, the five-petalled Rose of Picardy® takes its name from a 1916 song said to be based on a love affair in France, and often sung by British soldiers as they enlisted for the Front. It can be seen at the Abbaye de Valloires, Château Fort de Rambures, Abbaye de Chaalis, Jardin des Ifs in Gerberoy, and Jardins de LY.
Some of these gardens have lovely restaurants and/or tea-rooms – notably the Jardin des Ifs and Abbaye de Valloires. A great place to stay close to the latter is the Domaine de Célestins in Bernay-en-Ponthieu, with stylish B&B rooms and gîtes, plus a spa.
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