If your thinking of relocating to Spain or even Estartit, its good to know that their is a large English community based not just in Estartit but in the surrounding towns of Empuriabrava, Roses and Lloret de Mar.
Lots of people actually move here to escape away from England altogether, but some like the fact that its the English community that can help you out, when you dont speack the language. For some, Spain is just full of brash English people who moved here to drink more and work less, this may be true for some, but you will also find a great number of English families who have moved here to work hard and enjoy the better lifestyle which is on offer.
Their are quite a number of British Societys up and down the Costa Brava. Most of these hold monthly fuctions of meals and nights out, but a lot of them do a huge amount of work and fund raising for local charities, childrens homes and hospitals.
Here is a list of some local Societys in the area.
BSC - British Society of Catalunya Bay of Roses.
British Society of Catalunya - Barcelona
Relocating to L'Estartit - British Societies
Golfing in Estartit - Golf Courses and Resorts.
Playing Golf in L'Estartit is not a difficult thing to do.
In the near by area their are a great selection of Golf Courses for the beginner and even the seasoned pro.
The Emporda Golf Course or Courses as this is now a 36 hole course is known as one of the best Golf Courses in the whole of Spain. Thought at first glance to be very simple and easy, The Emporda is not one to underestimate. Located only a short drive from Estartit, this resort has all the things you could ever need for a great round.
- Forest and Links Course
- Buggy Rental
- Golf Lessons
- Driving Range
- Restaurant and Bar and Excellent Clubhouse
Harveys Bar and Diner - Estartit
If your looking for a great place to eat or a great place to have a drink, Harveys is one of the most exciting places in Estartit to do so. With a great menu of English and American based foods, Huge Burgers, Sandwiches and Chicken Wings to name a few, Harveys is a great place to grab a bite to eat.
Drinks, now Harveys has Traditional English Ales and also Beers from all over America. Budweiser, John Smiths and Guiness are just some of the great drinks that Harveys has to offer. The list of Beers the serve is enormous, from all over the world. The bar and Restaurant are decorated with all kinds of Music, Tv and Iconic Images from all around the world. Harveys also serves up Cocktails, from Harveys Wall Bangers to Long Island Ice Teas, Harveys can mix up anything your heart desires.
Estartit Tourist Information
The Tourist Information Office is located on the, Passeig marítim Street, on the beach front of Estartit. The office which will help you with any questions you need answering, in English.
The centre will also have many leaflets and flyers to help you find out whats happening in the area, during your stay. Here is a map to show you exactly how to get from your lodgings to the Tourist Information Office. The Green A Marker indicates where the Tourist Information Office is.
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