This is our local cinema in the centre of Josselin. It is a small and characterfaul cinema that has been running in the town since 1939. They show a good selection of current releases, but for greater choice, there is also the Cinelac at Ploermel (Cine Lac, 13 Rue du Lac, 56800 Ploermel. 08 92 68 56 89). When looking at the film programme, it is useful to know that a VO after the titl of the film means 'Version Original' in English with french sub-titles. Rue des douves du lion d'or, 56120 Josselin.
Modern Indoor 10-pin lane bowling. The complex also houses a retaurant, bar, 9 billiard tables and video games. Open daily from 12 noon to 1am weekdays and 2am weekends.
13 rue du lac (à côté du Cinélac) 56800 PLOERMEL.
Les Aquatides
Les Aquatides at Loudeac [22 miles/33 min] is worth a trip. As well as the 25m swimming pool, there is a 70m water slide, fountains, lagoons and rivers, jacuzzi and spar bath. Open 7 / 7 days. Monday 14h - 20h; Tuesday and Friday 10 am - 21 pm Wednesday and Thursday 10 am - 20 pm Saturday 10h - 19h; Sunday 10h - 18h.
This aquarium is concerned with conservation and includes species from cold, tropical and warm waters - sharks, eel, crocodiles, turtles and horseshoe crabs.
Located in the Parc du Golfe du Morbiham, 56000 Vannes. Tel. 02 97 40 67 40.
Museums in Brittany
Espace Ferrie Communications Museum - CESSON-SEVIGNE (RENNES)
“From the primitive tribe to the global village”. Enjoy the fun and interactive way in which the Espace Ferrié recounts the historical and technological evolution of civil and military communications. Will appeal to everyone: from children to engineers. An audio guide in English explains some of the trickier aspects of 21st century technology.
Open daily except Tuesdays and Christmas day, New Years Day and May 1st. Espace Ferrie, Avenue de la Boulais, Rennes, Tel. 02 99 84 32 43.
A rural heritage museum set in a 15th to 17th century manor house in the Vitré area. The ground floor of the museum is set up like a farmhouse with typical rural furniture and local handicrafts. Upstairs represents the master craftsman’s house.
Musée du Château museum - Vitre
Housed in the Château de Vitré, the museum was founded in 1876 by Arthur de la Broderie in the spirit of encyclopaedism of the time. Introduction to the château dating from the 11th, 13th, 15th and 16th centuries. Decorative objects reflecting the history of Vitré. http://www.mairie-vitre.com
Atelier-Musée de l'Horlogerie watchmakers' museum - FOUGERES
In the magnificent setting of a 16th century building at Fougères the watchmaking museum and workshop will please your eyes and unveil the secrets of clocks on buildings, Louis XV wallclocks, and the antique watches of your ancestors.
Set in the heart of the Bay of Saint-Brieuc on the site of a former tile factory, the Briqueterie museum tells the story of human activity in the bay. The museum includes: the history of the bay's salt merchants, market gardeners and fishermen; the history of the "Cotes du Nord" train which helped open up and develop this area; a working model train and life-size display of a station platform and carriage and the 30-metre gallery of the former industrial oven.
In the centre of this Small Town of Character and former Bishop’s town, the birthplace of Ernest Renan (1823-1892), a half-timbered town house dating from the late 16th century, houses a collection of documents, furniture, objects, paintings and photographs in memory of this famous 19th century writer and thinker.
This old school was built at the dawn of the 20th century at the foot of Ménez-Hom and the gates of the Crozon peninsula. It has now been turned into a museum showing the world of schoolchildren and teachers through various objects, documents and tableaux.
Morlaix museum – Morlaix
After the permanent collection rooms in the Eglise des Jacobins were closed, the Musée des Jacobins became the Musée de Morlaix and is now based in two locations, namely the Maison à Pondalez and Les Jacobins. “Regards sur la collection” periodically highlights aspects of the collection in Les Jacobins exhibition room, alternating with traditional temporary exhibitions and “L’oeuvre choisie” at the Maison à Pondalez. This is a half-timbered house dating back to the 16th century, featuring a monumental granite fireplace, spiral staircase and wood panelled passageways set round a vast central area. Works and objects in the collection portray the daily lives of the local people and the architecture and history of Morlaix. http://www.morlaix.fr
Musée de la Pêche Fishing museum - CONCARNEAU
The fishing museum, set in the remarkable surroundings of Concarneau’s walled town, presents 1500 square metres on the history and techniques of sea fishing around the world. During a two-hour visit, ist slide shows, models, displays and boats will tell you who fishes for what, where and how, how boats are made and fish are preserved. You can also go aboard the Hemerica, a 34-metre trawler anchored at the museum’s quayside, and explore it from hold to wheelhouse, wardroom to stores. The shop has books, posters, maps, models and maritime souvenirs, many of them exclusive to this museum.
Musée Départemental Breton Breton museum - QUIMPER
The museum is located in the old palace of the bishops of Quimper. It houses rich collections of archaeology, ancient art, and the popular art of Finistère, including precious metalwork, statues and stained glass. There are two floors devoted to Breton arts and traditions, such as costumes, furniture, Quimper pottery, etc.
Musée national de la Marine – Brest
With its wonderful views over the natural harbour, ports and the Penfeld exhibition centre and its perfect setting at the heart of Brest’s shopping and military districts, this castle is the most beautiful of all Breton strongholds. Built on 3rd-century Gallo-Roman remains, it bears witness to a rich yet turbulent past. The Musée National de la Marine, set in the Tour Madelaine, Portail Paradis and imposing keep, holds incredible collections that recount the history of the French Navy and its close links with the town. http://www.musee-marine.fr
Capitaine d’un jour (Captain for a day) – VANNES
“Capitaine d’un jour” is a fun way to learn about the history of the Gulf of Morbihan which was strongly influenced by maritime activity. Themes: oyster farming, fishing, shipbuilding and coastal navigation.
Escal’ Atlantic - SAINT-NAZAIRE Escal’Atlantic
The International Ocean Liner Centre, housed in a former submarine base, provides the perfect opportunity to find out all about legendary ocean liners of today and yesterday. Become a passenger and explore the areas on board ship which are so symbolic of the great transatlantic liners: luxury cabins, dining rooms, the wheelhouse and promenade decks. This year, Escal’Atlantic continues its exhibition “Le Temps des Voyages” (The age of travel) and focuses on the years from France to Queen Mary 2. Hitherto unseen films and photos will take you on a glamorous voyage. In the harbour, you can also discover the submarine Espadon with its new audio tour, the “Chantiers de l’Atlantique” shipyards, the Airbus factory and the heritage museum Ecomusee. http://www.saint-nazaire-tourisme.com
Musée des Marais Salants salt marsh museum - BATZ-SUR-MER
This museum is the ideal way to begin your tour of the salt marshes (a listed site). Come with all the family and see how the salt marshes operate, discover the history and use of Guérande salt (models, tools and films) and find out about the life of the “Paludiers” or salters in the 19th century with a large collection of red-painted furniture, costumes, pottery and paintings. http://www.maraissalants.com
Les Aquatides
Musée du Château museum - Vitre 
Atelier-Musée de l'Horlogerie watchmakers' museum - FOUGERES
