Meeting of the three crosses - The legacy of William the Conqueror

Traditional sports of Normandy, Ireland, and the United Kingdom

Discovery of choule à la crosse, a traditional Norman sport that crossed to England during the conquest of William the Conqueror, hurling (Ireland), and shinty (Scotland but also played in England)

Three different disciplines from the same family of traditional lacrosse sports, dating back several centuries, combining athletic practice and heritage enhancement.

- Introduction and official matches at the Pacy-Menilles stadium with teams from Normandy, France, and across the Channel
- Activities throughout the day, focused on sharing, friendliness, as well as promoting our Norman traditions and those of the British Isles, and our respective territories


Practical information:
All public
Free
Refreshments and catering on site
Contact

Cooperation Ireland / United Kingdom / France
Partnerships: French Gaelic Sports Federation - Gaelic Games Europe - Oxford Shinty Club, Town Halls of Pacy sur Eure and Menilles - Seine Normandie Agglomeration - Federation of Norman Sports and Games