FAQ's Local Amenities
Below are some frequently asked questions about the amenities in the local area.
In each of the three cottages is a large folder that gives more indepth information on everything you will need to know about the houses/cottages, the farm, amenities, tourist infomation and Great War local sites.
Q. Is there a shop in the Village.
A. There isn't a shop in the Village, but there are shops close by and a bread van visits the Village every morning between 9am & 10am. The nearest small shops are in Combles about three miles away and include a small food shop, bakery, chemist and Post Office.
Q. How far is the nearest supermarket.
A. Hardecourt is about half way between Albert and Peronne, both are 15km. Both have large supermarkets located on the main roads as you enter the towns from the direction of Hardecourt. Openning times:
Monday - 1000-1230. 1430-1930.
Tuesday - Saturday 0900- 1930.
Sunday - CLOSED.
Q. Are there any shops open on a Sunday.
A. There are two smaller supermarkets open on Sunday mornings from 0900 - 1200. One is the 'Shoppi' in the centre of Bray-sur-Somme about 6 miles from Hardecourt and the other is the 'Champion' on the Albert road, Bapuame about 12 miles from Hardecourt.
Q. Where is the nearest Petrol/Deisel garage.
A. The nearest fuel pumps are outside the Le Calypso cafe, Longueval about 3 miles from Hardecourt. There are also main fuel garages in both Peronne and Albert, the BP in Albert is open on Sundays.
Q. Where is the nearest Post Office.
A. The nearest Post Office is in Combles, three miles from Hardecourt. There are larger Post Offices in both Albert and Peronne.
Q. Is there anywhere to eat out.
A. There are numerous restaurants in the area especially in Albert and Peronne and the surrounding area. A full list of restaurants is in the local information folder in each cottage.
Q. Is there a Bar in the village.
A. There is not a bar in the village except the Rum Ration, the nearest bar is in Longueval 3 miles away. There are numerous bars in both Albert and Peronne.
Q. Where is the nearest Vet.
There are vets in Bapuame, they are use to dealing with British tourists and their pets, pet passports, etc.
Q. Is there any local transport.
There is no local transport to the village, if you are travelling to the Somme you need your own transport or hire a car.