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THE CENTENARY OF GERALD DURRELL IN CORFU 2025

Gerald Durrell

This year, we celebrate the centenary of Gerald Durrell, born on January 7, 1925. To commemorate this, several events will be organised in Corfu involving Dr Lee Durrell.

SATURDAY 24 TH MAY 2025, CHURCH OF ST GEORGE

A performance by the Corfu Philharmonica Palaea (President Mr Spiros

Padovas) of this beautiful music written by Jersey resident Derek Lawrence for the

50th anniversary of the founding of Jersey Zoo, which was performed by The Royal

Philharmonic in Jersey in 2009. This event is organised by Dr Lee Durrell and Dr Spiros Giourgas.

SUNDAY 25 TH MAY – SATURDAY 7 TH JUNE 2025, CORFU

The Festival is organised by Corfu Butterfly Conservation (CBC) (Dr Dan Danahar

and Dr Anne Sordinas).

FRIDAY 6TH – SATURDAY 13TH SEPTEMBER 2025, CORFU

The reprise of the first stage play of Gerald Durrell’s famous book about Corfu.

MONDAY 9TH – SUNDAY 14TH SEPTEMBER 2025,

The Corfu Literary Festival will feature several talks and workshops themed on the writings of Gerald Durrell.

Discovering the Durrells on Corfu

Embark on a unique self-guided ‘Durrell Tour’ of Corfu, perfect for fans of the Durrell books. Explore iconic literary locations and real-life sites connected to the Durrell family, including the White House in Kalami, the Strawberry-Pink Villa, the Chessboard Fields, and the Boschetto Gardens. The app-based audio guide, researched and written by Hilary Paipeti, allows you to discover the island and its literary heritage at your own pace. 


  •  Each tour starts at a unique location marked with a green flag. 
  •  Use the in-app map and GPS for navigation.  
  •  Tours are accessible from anywhere on the island. 
  •  Driving tours are designed as full-day experiences. 
  •  The tours offer a great way to explore Corfu, even for those unfamiliar with the Durrells. 
  • Read the "About Our Tours – Read Me" section before starting for important information.

To download the app

AndroidiOS AppleIn The Footsteps of The Durrells e-book by Hilary Paipeti

Our guide is split into different sections

About our tour - Read Me

The Durrells on the East Coast

The Durrells on the East Coast

 It's important to open the red information pin, as it contains helpful details to guide you and enhance your overall experience.

The Durrells on the East Coast

The Durrells on the East Coast

The Durrells on the East Coast

The beautiful North East Coast was home to Lawrence Durrell at the famous White House in Kalami. This tour visits this and other locations important to the brothers, like the Lake of Lilies.  

The Durrells Central and West Coast from Kanoni

Corfu Town: In The Footsteps of The Durrells written by Hilary Paipeti

Corfu Town: In The Footsteps of The Durrells written by Hilary Paipeti

See the Durrell family’s first house. This tour concentrates on places they visited and wrote about in the centre and west of the island, ending at Paleokastritsa. It takes in areas they loved, ones that played an important part in their lives and books. 

Corfu Town: In The Footsteps of The Durrells written by Hilary Paipeti

Corfu Town: In The Footsteps of The Durrells written by Hilary Paipeti

Corfu Town: In The Footsteps of The Durrells written by Hilary Paipeti

This walk takes you on an exploration of Corfu Town’s Historic Centre, as seen through the eyes of the Durrells. Discover where they stayed, visit places where they hung out, and find the locations they wrote about. This leisurely walking tour will also guide you through some of the town’s lesser-known neighbourhoods.

There's no need to meet with a member of staff; simply download our app and start your experience straight away. We advise that you turn off your GPS to prolong your mobile device's battery if you stop for a long period of time.


NOTE: This tour can be accessed from anywhere in Corfu, by following the orange routes.


 

What To Expect: 


  • Immerse yourself in their time on Corfu.
  • More than 50 locations
  • Explore places used by ITV for the TV series.
  • Learn about their time on the island.
  • See where the family first stayed on arrival in Corfu. 

 

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

 

  DURATION  Each route can take between 1.5 - 3 hours or more.


  LOCATION   Corfu, Greece


 Top Sights Include: 


  • The TV family house at Kontokali
  • Where they went to school 
  • The Strawberry Pink Villa
  • The Ricci Mansion
  • Bosketto Durrell Garden
  • The White House at Kalami - Larry and Nancy's House
  • Danilia Village & More


What you get:


 ✔️ Unlimited access to all self-guided features


 ✔️ Unlimited use for the duration of your stay


✔️ Offline map to follow with just the use of your GPS 



What you don't get:


 ✖️ Mobile Device


 ✖️ Headphones


 ✖️ Entrance to any museums or other attractions


 ✖️ Public transport tickets


 ✖️ No pickup or drop off service



Know before you go


  • Our app is free to download.
  • To activate your digital guide, download the Corfu Narratour app from the Apple or Android store or use the icons below.
  • Open the Corfu Narratour app and look for the words 'Discovering The Durrells' 
  • The screen will open, press the OPEN MAP button, and pay via our secure link.
  • Once paid, the tour map will appear.
  • Please press and open the red information pin before you start our tour.
  • With your GPS turned on, the app will start automatically. Please have your volume turned up.
  • If you need to replay the narration, press the icon again.
  • All our tours are valid for six months from the date of payment.


Please note, this is a digital experience. There is no meeting point, and there are no on-site staff. 


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