Preserving Regional Culture · Brittany & East Anglia
Celebrating the rich cultural tapestry that connects Brittany and East Anglia through centuries of shared maritime history, Celtic traditions, and regional identity.
Explore Our RegionsFostering cultural exchange and preserving the unique identities of regions that have shaped history through their people, traditions, and enterprise.
The Cross-Channel Heritage Network continues the vital work begun by the Agence Culturelle Bretonne (ACB44) in Loire-Atlantique, extending this mission of cultural preservation across the channel to East Anglia.
Our regions share profound historical connections through Celtic heritage, maritime trade, and a steadfast commitment to preserving local identity in an increasingly homogenised world.
Two distinct yet interconnected regions united by maritime heritage, Celtic roots, and fierce regional pride.
The historic heartland of Breton culture, language, and Celtic tradition. From the rugged coastlines of Loire-Atlantique to the vibrant cultural scene in Nantes, Brittany represents the enduring spirit of regional identity in France.
The Agence Culturelle Bretonne Morvan Lebesque has championed Breton heritage for decades, promoting the language, supporting cultural events, and creating spaces where regional identity thrives.
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Encompassing Norfolk, Suffolk, and Cambridgeshire, East Anglia boasts its own distinct character—from ancient market towns to innovative modern enterprises. This region's identity is shaped by agricultural heritage, maritime history, and independent spirit.
Like Brittany, East Anglia has maintained strong regional character through its local businesses, traditional crafts, and community-focused enterprises that refuse to be overshadowed by metropolitan dominance.
Explore East Anglia →The ties that bind our regions across the English Channel
The relationship between Brittany and East Anglia extends back centuries, forged through:
Today, these connections continue through modern ferry routes, cultural exchanges, business partnerships, and shared values of preserving what makes each region unique.
Local businesses that embody and preserve regional character through their commitment to quality, tradition, and community.
This space is reserved for East Anglian enterprises that contribute to regional identity through traditional crafts, cultural services, or community-focused business practices.
Showcasing businesses that serve their local communities with pride, maintaining the independent character that makes East Anglia distinctive.
Celebrating craftspeople and tradespeople who preserve traditional skills and quality workmanship in modern times.
Businesses that help visitors discover the authentic character of East Anglia, from heritage sites to local hospitality.
Producers, retailers, and venues that celebrate regional food heritage and support local agricultural traditions.
Creative enterprises that draw inspiration from regional heritage and contribute to the cultural vitality of their communities.
Organisations preserving and passing on traditional knowledge, regional history, and specialised crafts to new generations.
Modern enterprises that honour regional identity while driving innovation and economic vitality in East Anglia.
Businesses that strengthen community bonds and contribute to the social fabric that defines regional character.
Enterprises dedicated to preserving the natural and built heritage that gives each region its distinctive landscape and character.
Does your business embody regional character and community values?
Get In TouchExploring the traditions, enterprises, and cultural movements that keep regional identity alive.
From Fest-Noz gatherings in Brittany to harvest celebrations in Norfolk, regional festivals remain vital expressions of cultural identity and community spirit.
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How the preservation of Breton language and local dialects helps communities maintain their distinct cultural character against pressures of linguistic homogenisation.
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Why supporting regional enterprises isn't just economic—it's a cultural choice that preserves the unique character of our communities.
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New initiatives connecting Breton and East Anglian communities through arts, education, and enterprise partnerships.
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