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Martin Nadaud honoured on stamp

After years of campaigning, the famous maçon creusois and politician has appeared on a stamp to mark the 200th anniversary of his birth. >> Page 3

Limousin August 2015 - Issue #70

Tragic accident kills British schoolgirl A 12-year-old schoolgirl from England has died while on an adventure holiday in the Limousin. The girl drowned after a group of friends were jumping from a pontoon on a lake which capsized, trapping several children underneath. cumbed to her injuries the following day. A postmortem examination has been scheduled and French authorities have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident. Jessica’s family described her as a “beautiful and outgoing girl”. Her sister Polly, who travelled to the resort shortly after the accident along with other members of her family, wrote on Facebook: “Just thought I should let everyone who knows me and my family know that the girl in this accident was unfortunately my sister Jess. We are in France doing everything we can to get her back into the country. Remember who she was not who she could have been, it is important we respect and cherish the memories we had with her. Thanks everyone again.” Hannah Davison, another

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NEWS - EU roaming charges slashed again

It is now cheaper than ever to use your mobile phone abroad as French operators bring in free EU roaming ahead of enforced changes in 2017 >> Page 7

NEWS - English speaker is new Scrabble champ

An English speaker from New Zealand has won the French Scrabble Championship after learning the French dictionary in just 9 weeks! >> Page 10

Bilingual - The Eiffel Tower of London

We take a bilingual look at the London Eye, the temporary attraction that still dominates the London skyline 15 years later >> Page 15

1 2 - y e a r- o l d British schoolgirl has died after an accident on a school adventure holiday in the Limousin. Jessica Lawson, from Wolfreton School in Hull, fell into a lake near Meymac in the Corrèze and later died in Limoges Hospital. The tragedy happened as the group of 24 schoolchildren were jumping from a pontoon on the lake at the end of a day's activities during the 5-day trip. Witnesses said that the pontoon overturned as the children were jumping from it and several of the group became trapped underneath. A lifeguard dived down twice before locating the girl, who was brought to the surface. Emergency services were able to revive her and she was transferred to Limoges Hospital by helicopter, but she suc-

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o after one of the best races that I can remember, a British rider has won the Tour de France for the third time in four years. If you are a fan of cycling and/or you follow French media, then you will be well aware of just how big the Tour de France is in this country.... huge!! For most of July each year, the news bulletins lead with little else and countless hours of prime time television and kilometres of column inches are devoted to each day's racing. It is safe to say that the French love their cycling, but for recent decades being a French cycling fan has been a bit like watching Wimbledon as a Brit in the pre-Murray era (although you'd also have to imagine that Sampras, Agassi and Federer were all habitually doping, but let's not cloud the analogy). The French have now not won cycling's biggest race since 1985

and the glory days of Hinault, Fignon and Anquetil must feel as distant as those of Moore, Hurst and Stiles do to the English. It is perhaps this frustration that has led to the recent French media frenzy over suspicions of doping that surrounded Team Sky - and Chris Froome in particular - for the duration of the Tour. The media are absolutely 100% convinced that Team Sky are cheating, trotting out a series of former cyclists (who were themselves banned for doping!) and “scientists” to “prove” on prime time television that the only way Froome could be achieving the results he was during this year's race, was through illegal drug use. It is very hard to prove a negative, something that placed Team Sky between something of a rock and a hard place. Say nothing and that will be taken as an admission of guilt; deny the allegations and make public your own

very private and confidential biometric data (which they did) and you simply fan the flames of the debate. All of which led to the shocking scenes of Froome's team-mate, the Australian Richie Porte, being punched in the face during one stage and Froome himself being repeatedly spat at, and on at least one occasion having urine thrown at him! Disgraceful!! I should add that of the millions that lined the roads of the race, the vast majority were just having a good time and only a handful were behind these acts which brought shame on France. The riders themselves appear to fully back and respect Froome, who you have to say handled himself remarkably well throughout. I can understand the French public's frustration to an extent. The reputation of professional cycling has been eroded by a series of drug scandals, most notably involving Lance Armstrong. Confidence in the sport is fragile at best, although most do now agree that the cheats are becoming the exception and not the rule that they were a decade or so ago. Others in the media have suggested that it is not Froome that the public dislikes, nor the fact that the old enemy have once again crossed the Channel to win their race, but simply that they do not like dominance in the Tour - by anyone - and prefer maverick riders with flair and panache. Team Sky have been incredibly dominant of late and Chris Froome is probably best

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described as ruthlessly efficient. I don't buy this however. Would the Brits have been unhappy with a 6 foot 10 inch serve-and-volley expert boringly aceing his way to Wimbledon glory? Would England fans complain if the team played 7 defenders at the next World Cup, drew every game 0-0 and won the tournament through a succession of penalty shoot-outs? I suspect they would be delighted and knight all involved on the spot. I'm also fairly sure that if the Kenyan-born Froome had a French mother, rather than a British father, then he would currently be a national hero and hailed in the press as the saviour of modern-day “clean” cycling. Until next month! Steve Martindale, Editor

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n a landmark moment, both for local stamp collectors and followers of Martin Nadaud, stamps carrying the image of the famous maçon de la Creuse have gone on sale. The stamp has been timed to mark the bicentenary of Martin Nadaud's birth in 1815 and is the result of tireless campaigning by the Friends of Martin Nadaud association, Philapostel Limousin, the Post Office and the commune of Soubrebost. Previous attempts in 2006, 2008, 2009 and 2013 all failed, but the occasion of the 200th anniversary of his birth has finally tipped the scales his way. The stamps, which have a face value of 68 centimes, were available in advance of national sales from a specially created temporary post office in the town hall of his native village of Soubrebost, located between Guéret and Bourganeuf. They are now available throughout France as well as on the internet - https://boutique. laposte.fr The last resident of the Creuse to be commemorated on a stamp was Eugène Jamot, a pioneering military doctor born in 1879 in Saint-Sulpiceles-Champs, who received the honour in 1987. Martin Nadaud was born in 1815 into a peasant family in the hamlet of La Martinèche, just outside Bourganeuf. His father insisted he go to school to learn to read and write and

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he first went on the long march to Paris, bleeding feet and all, at the age of 14 along with the columns of maçons de la Creuse. Every year, thousands of workers would migrate to Paris at the end of winter to spend the summer building many of the famous stone buildings and monuments that still stand to this day. During this work as a mason he was seriously injured following a fall on a building site in Paris. Appalled at the conditions endured by the masons - long hours, unsafe working conditions and poor nutrition - he began to organise literacy and politics classes for his colleagues

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and started campaigning for workers' rights. He ran building projects, became politically active on a national level and eventually, having become well-known as a radical politician, was exiled to England following the 1848 French revolution. Self-taught in English, he went on to teach French at a school in Wimbledon before eventually returning to France and La Creuse to become a respected regional politician and MP. If that wasn’t enough, he also developed the idea of the Paris Metro and had a station named after him until it was moved and renamed Gambetta in 1969. ■

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n a wide-ranging interview with Le Populaire, Gérard Vandenbroucke, the president of the Limousin, has discussed the upcoming fusion of the Limousin, Aquitaine and PoitouCharentes and what it will mean for the region. The government is pushing through reforms which will see the country's 22 regions reduced to just 13, a move that it is hoped will save as much as €25 billion in administration costs and efficiency savings. The Limousin will go from being the smallest region in France, to part of the largest. On paper, that could be a good thing for its population, a fact reflected in recent polls. A survey published last year showed that 69% of Limousin residents were in favour of joining Aquitaine. The potential negatives are that the Limousin will be a small player in the new super-region and could see the importance of local issues ignored by its larger, more influential

neighbours. There is also the probable loss of jobs that will accompany an administrative move to the new capital in Bordeaux, with some unwilling to travel the long distances involved. Mr Vandenbroucke sought to reassure the public that the changes would benefit the Limousin, citing the example of the Creuse which would have four MPs under the new set-up rather than the current two. He also argued that infrastructure projects such as the upgraded road link from Limoges to Angoulême and the LimogesPoitiers project would be looked at more favourably. The region's president was also asked what the future region would be called. The president of the Aquitaine currently favours “la grande Aquitaine”, but Mr Vandenbroucke is lobbying for a more general name such as “Grand Sud-Ouest” or “Sud-Ouest Atlantique”, arguing that they give a better idea of the region's location. ■

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British schoolgirl in tragic accident >> continued from pg 1 sister, said: “We are all heartbroken and devastated. Jess was the most beautiful and outgoing girl and I am proud to be her sister. I will live my life to the full just like she would have done.” Dave McCready, head teacher at Wolfreton School, called the death a terrible tragedy and a “dreadful shock to the whole school community”. “As a parent myself I can only begin to imagine the pain felt by her parents and family at her death at such a young age,” said the headmaster. “Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers go to the family at this very difficult time.” The adventure holiday, organised by the Activ4 tour operator, included opportunities to kayak, sail, mountain bike, and rock climb. One of the conditions for going on the trip was that pupils had to be able to swim 50 metres unaided. Steve Scott, managing director of Activ4, said the exact circumstances surrounding the accident remained unclear, but that he believed the incident occurred while the group was swimming after activities scheduled by Club Corrèze staff had finished.

“The owners of the activity centre and senior management from Activ4 are working closely with the local authority and the school to provide all necessary support and assistance,” he said. The tragic accident has once again ignited the debate over the dangers of school trips, both at home and abroad, although others have warned against panic. Steve Lenartowicz, chair of the Outdoor Education Adviser Panel highlighted statistics from the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents which show that on average one pupil a year dies during activities on school trips. “Now that one pupil is too many, obviously,” he told the BBC's Today programme. “But there are 114 who die in road transport accidents, there are 24 who die in fires, and we've got to balance the benefits against the risks. There are so many benefits to young people getting involved in sporting activities, in outdoor education; health benefits, benefits to developing their confidence and character and so on and while obviously one accident is too many, we really need to make sure we understand those benefits as well as the risks.” ■

Kate Mosse to head a glittering selection of writers at the Charroux Litfest 2015

nternational bestselling author Kate Mosse (Labyrinth, The Taxidermist’s Daughter) is the principle speaker at the first bilingual literary festival in Charroux in the Vienne on the 27th-29th August. Kate will head up a glittering selection of authors including Sarah Harrison (The Flowers of the Field, The Wildflower Path). Londoner Barry Walsh will talk about his recent novel based on his childhood ‘The Pimlico Kid.’ BBC Dancing on Wheels finalist Diana Morgan-Hill will talk about her new book ‘Love and Justice’, the true story of losing both her legs in a tragic accident at the age of 29. Prize winning author of ‘Flight’ Isabel Ashdown will talk about the life journeys of her characters as well as her own journey into writing. And writing coach and author of ‘The Modigliani Girl,’ Jacqui Lofthouse, will offer a coaching session for established and aspiring writers. If you enjoy crime writing then 'Roma Nova' author Alison Morton, crime writer Elizabeth

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Haynes (Into the Darkest Corner) and detective novelist Christine Collette will discuss ‘The heart of a thriller.’ Local author Clara Challoner-Walker will talk about her first novel ‘A Tapestry of Vice and Virtue’ and Limousin based historical writer James Vance will host a workshop on the structure of the novel. For poetry lovers the wonderful Katherine Gallagher, now in her 80th year, will be joining us to read from her latest collection, including poems based on Monet’s garden at Giverny. She will also host a workshop about the poet Stevie Smith. Deux-Sèvres based poets Jocelyn

and Gordon Simms will co-host a poetry reading session as well as offer a play-writing workshop. There will be a festival bookshop, a unique three-day programme of theatre skills, discussions, book signings, children’s events, writers networks and much more. Charroux is a pretty town in the south of the Vienne near Civray, with a host of bars and restaurants, as well as pretty medieval streets and Romanesque architecture. For bookings and more information please go to www.facebook. com/charrouxlitfest or to book tickets www.charrouxlitfest.com ■

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Pioneering cross-Channel flights

row has erupted over exactly who it was that recently made the first electric powered flight across the English Channel. Airbus had been building up to a cross-Channel bid since the maiden flight of its two-seat batterypowered E-Fan plane in March of last year. The company has already invested €20 million in the electric flight project and their test pilot Didier Esteyne took off from Lydd Airport in Kent before landing safely in Calais some 45 minutes later. The controversy erupted shortly afterwards, however, when it emerged that celebrated stunt pilot, Hugues Duval, had himself made the journey the night before in his one-seater Cri-Cri - a plane that he developed himself - pulling the rug from underneath Airbus' highprofile media event. Trying to play down the issue, an Airbus spokesperson congratulated Mr Duval, before discounting his effort. “We applaud the intrepid aviator that did this, although the actual details are yet to be confirmed. We are not worried.

It would not count because we understand he set off from another plane.” It subsequently emerged that Duval's Cri-Cri had indeed had a little help getting airborne, taking off attached to another plane before detaching and making the crossing under its own power. After landing the Airbus-backed aircraft, Mr Esteyne said the flight was “almost perfect” but declined to be drawn on the upstaging of his attempt by rival Duval. “I don't have to talk about that,” he said. “We did something today. It's important to us and that's the most important thing. The flight was almost perfect and of course I feel good. We did it and now the journey is done.” Describing the experience of flying the aircraft, Esteyne said: “It is closer to a glider because there is less noise than an aeroplane. Also, there is no vibration at all. It's smooth and very quiet.” The rival teams were seeking to recreate Louis Bleriot’s pioneering flight in 1909, when the French aviator became the first person to cross the Channel in a “heavier-

than-air” machine. The two-seat E-Fan weighs just 550 kg when empty and has a maximum speed of almost 120 knots about 222 kph - though it cruises at about 160 kph. It has a wingspan of just less than 10 metres and its

120-cell lithium-polymer battery system can power the aircraft’s twin-ducted fans for between 45 minutes and an hour, depending on the amount of power the pilot uses. With no fuel burden, the plane can be landed, its batteries unplugged,

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ow many people have quickly babbled the following when answering their mobile phone? “Can you make it quick...? I'm in the UK so this is costing me a fortune!” Well, statements like this could soon be a thing of the past as a price war in France is gradually bringing in free European roaming ahead of proposed EU legislation. The EU has long been battling with the major telecoms companies to introduce free roaming within member states and originally had hoped to enforce this through legislation at the end of 2015. This met with resistance, however, and has now been pushed back to June 2017 as part of a compromise deal. When the plans were first announced last year, a coalition of networks representing

45 million consumers warned that the legislation was so badly designed that the cost of domestic calls could rise to pay for it. “There is a risk that domestic tariffs for European consumers will increase,” claimed the coalition, which included France's Free as

could be unfairly punished by the new rules as France is Europe's primary holiday destination, meaning that a disproportionate number of foreign visitors would receive free and unfettered access to their networks. Something appears to

well as Three and Virgin Media in the UK. “Roaming might not be subject to surcharges anymore, but the overall level of tariffs would increase, and non-roaming customers might effectively foot the bill for roaming customers.” French telecoms companies were particularly concerned that they

have changed, however, and several French mobile operators are jumping the gun and are already offering free EU roaming to their customers. The latest is Free Mobile, the fourth largest telecoms company in France, which is now offering free calls, texts and 3Gb of internet access across all of Europe

as part of its €19.99 contract. The “Pass Destination” deal is limited to 35 days’ usage in each country. Bouygues, SFR and Orange already offer a similar deal, although only on higher rate contracts. Expensive mobile phone bills when returning from abroad were once a fact of life, but the EU has cut roaming charges by 80% since 2007. Today, calls from EU countries are fixed at a maximum of 19 centimes per minute, receiving a call is 5 centimes per minute, a text message costs 6 centimes and data cost 20 centimes per megabyte. Regardless of the apparent price war breaking out, from April next year these will again be cut to 5 centimes per minute for making calls, 2 centimes per text message and 5 centimes (plus VAT) per megabyte of data. ■

he Gendarmerie Nationale has issued a warning to drivers on French motorways, particularly on holiday routes. There have been several cases of miscreants, claiming to be plain clothes police officers, stopping cars on the motorway in the early hours of the morning. Reports suggest that they usually have a van and some sort of flashing light. “Sometimes it can take less than a minute and often they purposefully rob mobile phones and the keys of the car, so the victims cannot raise the alarm,” explained Alain Archaimbault, a captain in the Gendarmerie, speaking to France Info radio. Claiming to be performing a drugs check, the fake cops often shine torches into the faces of their victims, expecting them to be overawed and disoriented in the early hours of the morning. A gang wearing fake uniforms was recently arrested in Béziers with a haul of valuables from multiple cars. “Firstly we would never perform plain clothes operations on a motorway, and we would never use unmarked vehicles in this way,” explained Captain Archaimbault. “Gendarmes and Police will always be in uniform. A cap with 'Police' on it is not a uniform. Secondly, if you do stop, keep the doors locked and the windows up, and ask for identification. Asking a gendarme to produce credentials will never be taken amiss.” Drivers and passengers have been instructed not to open doors or windows unless they are absolutely certain who they are talking to. The Gendarmerie equivalent of the British plainclothes CID, known as the Brigade des Recherches, are a uniformed branch. If in doubt call 17 or 112 if your suspicions are aroused, whether you are stopped or not. by Brian Hinchcliffe

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ollowing a six-year campaign by producers, Unesco has announced that the “hillsides, houses and wine cellars” of the Champagne region will be added to the organisation's list of world heritage sites. According to Unesco, the world heritage status covers “the places sparkling wine was developed using a second fermentation method in the bottle from the beginning of the 17th century until its early industrialisation in the 19th century”. In the dossier, Unesco drew attention to the historic vineyards of Hautvillers - where local legend has it that the monk Dom Perignon invented the fermentation process that gives champagne its fizz - and the grand Avenue de Champagne in Épernay, the heart of the industry. Frédéric Dufour, president of Maison Ruinart, the first established champagne house in the region, hailed the announcement: “We are delighted with this news. It recognises our commitment to upholding our heritage all the while encouraging us to respect it and keep it alive. We are very proud of this classification... it is a very special distinction for all the men and women who have developed the region. They were driven by their passion, courage and the pursuit of excellence.” It was not only in Champagne that corks were popping, with the vineyards of Burgundy also receiving the same recognition. French President François

Hollande said the awards were “a mark of international recognition of the exceptional heritage of these regions and shows the diversity and energy of these lands that are the wealth of our country”. As well as being a powerful tourist draw, inclusion on the Unesco world heritage list will likely further boost the local economy as sites get financial assistance towards preservation. The list of 1,022 Unesco world heritage sites includes the Taj Mahal in India, the Great Wall of China and Machu Picchu in Peru. In Britain, Westminster Palace and Abbey, Kew Gardens and Stonehenge are among the 28 listed sites. Elsewhere, there was cautious optimism in the Bordeaux wine region after China announced that it would officially recognise the “Bordeaux” appellation during a recent visit by Prime Minister Li Keqiang to France. This establishes a legally defined and protected geographical marker used to identify where grapes are grown. The move, which was described as an “historic advance”, is a big step in the battle to stop fake Bordeaux wines being sold in Asia. As China's burgeoning middle classes have developed a taste for red wine, the amount of counterfeit wine bearing the Bordeaux label - especially prized in China - has exploded, much to the consternation of the region's wine producers. ■

Wines to be stored at sea

oes the wine you buy have a shelf life that can be measured in hours, or do you have a wine cellar full of dusty vintages? If your bottles make it as far as the wine rack, how much importance do you put on where that wine rack is placed? Experts have long debated the best conditions in which to store your wine, with light, temperature and movement all being key factors in how a wine ages. In recent years, the quest for the perfect bottle of wine has led many in the industry to experiment with the world's largest cellar... the sea! In the latest study, a number of fine wines from Bordeaux and Burgundy have been lowered to the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean, off the coast of Brittany in western France, where they will be stored for a number of months at a depth of 90 metres. Among the grand crus are bottles of 2011 Château Grand-Puy Ducasse, 2011 Château Meyney and cases of 2011 Château Blaignan. The wines, which belong to Crédit Agricole Grands Crus, are being stored by Amphoris, a company that specialises in the ocean storage of wines and champagnes. The bottles will remain at the bottom of the Atlantic for between nine and 24 months. “The sea brings together the ideal conditions for ageing and improving wines,” said a statement from Crédit Agricole Grands Crus. “The wines have been specially chosen for ageing under water, which can bring changes to the bottle as well as the product. At the end of this lengthy submersion a special wine tasting will be organized, to compare the wines to those that remained in their châteaux cellars.” In 2010, divers at a shipwreck in the Baltic Sea found bottles of champagne that dated from pre-revolutionary France. “We brought up a bottle to be able to establish how old the wreck was,” diving instructor Christian Ekstrom told The Associated Press at the time. “We didn't know it would be champagne. We thought it was wine or something.” When they opened one bottle on the boat they found the champagne, believed to have been made by Clicquot (now Veuve Clicquot) between 1782 and 1788, was still in remarkably good condition. “It was fantastic,” said Mr Ekstrom. “It had a very sweet taste, you could taste oak and it had a very strong tobacco smell. And there were very small bubbles.” The bottles had been perfectly preserved in a dark environment, with little tidal movement and constant temperatures and eventually sold at auction for over €100,000. ■

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Les Guignols face the axe

he French public have reacted with outrage at news that one of the country's most popular comedy shows may face the axe. Les Guignols de l’info (The News Clowns), was inspired by the British satirical show Spitting Image and can be best described as latex puppets reading the news. Les Guignols, as the programme is most often referred to, first hit the French airwaves in 1988 and is currently in its 27th - and possibly last season. Les Guignols quickly became hugely popular, defining the image of countless public figures and sparking both amusement and indignation among those it lampooned, much like Spitting Image in the UK; John Major never escaped his “grey man” image created by the show. Over the years, Les Guignols has attracted some of France's top comedy writers. Former French President Jacques Chirac was one of the show's biggest stars, portrayed as a beer-guzzling corrupt rogue who transforms into the hero “SuperLiar” when his country needs him. “They are very clever, very political, very fierce,” Chirac told AFP in a 2009 interview. “It's true they weren't always tender with me... But mostly I find my puppet pretty likeable.”

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Nike fined over English-speaking man wins French Scrabble Championship Churchill stunt merely as valid strings with which to score points.” Memorisation is certainly a strength for the new Francophone world champion, who began playing Scrabble aged 28 at the request of his mother, who was frustrated that his photographic memory was making their card games too one-sided. One other advantage that the native English speaker may have had was use of the letter “W”, worth just 4 points in English Scrabble, but 10 points in French where it is less commonly used. In fact, the highest scoring word in French Scrabble is “Whiskeys”! So, what was the key to his success and what are the tricks you should use to memorise a dictionary? Unfortunately, according to Mr Richards, there is no secret: “I just saw them and remembered them.” ■

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here was shock at the recent French-speaking Scrabble Championship when the tournament's winner took to the podium and gave a short speech... in English. The reason for this was simple: New Zealander Nigel Richards does not speak a word of French! Richards, who has won the English World Scrabble Championship three times, the US National Championship five times and the UK Open six times, beat a rival from Frenchspeaking Gabon in the final held at Louvain in Belgium, after he apparently learned the French dictionary in just 9 weeks! The tournament's organizers were understandably gobsmacked. “We were all incredibly surprised,” said Antoine Rousseau, a spokesman for the French Federation of Scrabble. “It's hard enough just to win the

The national team was photographed in front of the statue, with Churchill in the background wearing the number 9 vest, usually worn by France's star player Tony Parker, who is an NBA superstar with the San Antonio Spurs. The publicity stunt was carried out with the help of events company Ubi Bene. The sculptor behind the statue, Jean Cardot, was not consulted, was not impressed and took both Nike and Ubi Bene to court for defacing his work of art. In a recent ruling, a Paris court agreed that using the statue for commercial ends was defiling it and ordered each firm to pay the artist €67,500 in compensation. The statue, which is on the Avenue Winston Churchill, just off the Champs-Elysées, was unveiled in 1998 by the Queen and its plinth bears the words: “We shall never surrender.” It is modelled on a photograph of Churchill marching with General Charles de Gaulle along the Champs Elysées on 11th November 1944. It cost €300,000, which was paid for by donations from the French public, and is one of the few statues in Paris of a non-French public figure. ■

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connection form a LAN (Local Area Network). Now then, some of you will understand all of that but others will have a glazed look in their eyes! But hopefully here we can start to unravel the mystery a little. Being resident in France, with an internet account, most folk have

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it is necessary to make a connection to that “box”, and that can be done with a cable or via WiFi. A cable connection is simple but strangely less physically safe than WiFi as it can help the transmission of static during thunderstorms and cause serious damage to computer equipment. However, the creation of a cable connection requires simply that the cable be plugged in! A WiFi connection requires that your computer, tablet, or smartphone use a password to establish connection to the “internet box”. This password is unique and normally printed on the “box”. These passwords are usually quite long and cumbersome but can easily be changed or removed. Printers and scanners these days are generally WiFi enabled. This means that they can also connect to the “internet box” using WiFi. So, now we have a computer connected to the internet and a printer

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large number of foreigners, most often Europeans, are drawn to France and move here permanently, buying a house and transferring over all their finances. However, they do not always appreciate the legal consequences of changing country and are rarely aware of the differences in the inheritance laws of their home country compared to those of France. We would like to take this opportunity to remind readers that living in a foreign country can have implications on your matrimonial regime. The 17th August will see the introduction of European Regulation n°650/2012 of 4th July 2012 that will significantly change the current rules. It is particularly important that foreign residents are aware of these changes and know exactly how the new regulations will affect their own personal situation. On the one hand, the law governing the

inheritance will be that of the last country of residence of the deceased. Previously, a distinction was made over the type of property involved. The country of residence in this case refers to permanent residence, not where the deceased happened to be living (for example, a French person who dies whilst on holiday in Spain will not be subject to Spanish inheritance law). The notion of residence is understood as the permanent location where you have your financial interests. Therefore, the estate of a French person living in Portugal will be governed by Portuguese law for all assets, irrespective of where those assets are based, unless the deceased has previously arranged for French law to apply to the inheritance. However, under the new European regulations, it will now be possible for a citizen living abroad to apply the inheritance laws of the country of their nationality to their

entire estate. This is a big change and was not previously possible. Deciding on the law applicable to an inheritance is very important because not all European countries have the same laws on succession. For example, in France, it is not possible to disinherit your children, but it is possible to do so in other European countries. This possibility is now in force and the changes will apply to all deaths that occur after 17th August. The inheritance law that is to apply should be explicitly designated as part of the will and can not simply be something that the family or notaire claim was the deceased's wish. A written testament is imperative. The will must also be written in accordance with the obligations imposed by the law chosen (for example, a Spanish citizen living in France and wishing to submit his inheritance to Spanish law must

UK pensions and living in France

f you are enjoying your retirement years in France, your pension funds and income will play an important part in financing your life here. There are two key issues you need to consider and understand: what the options are for your funds, especially following the UK pension reform, and how pensions are taxed in France.

of life’. Lump sums from UK pensions are taxed at a fixed 7.5%, provided there is no possibility of taking another lump sum in future. So if you take your entire UK pension at once as a lump sum, it will be taxable at 7.5%; otherwise it will be taxed as income.

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Besides the tax rates above, all pension income is subject to social charges at 7.4% each year. However, if you do not yet have access to the French health system or have EU Form S1, your pension income is exempt. You are entitled to Form S1 once you start receiving your UK state pension. Receiving your pension without UK tax So that you do not pay tax twice, you need to arrange to receive your pension (other than government service) and annuity income gross. You need to file a form FRA/INDIVIDUAL (FD5) with your local French tax authorities, who will stamp the English part to confirm that you are tax resident in France. This is then sent to HM Revenue & Customs who advise your pension provider to pay the income gross. UK pension reforms The new “pension freedom” regime from 6th April 2015 provides pension holders with many more options for their pension funds. If you have a defined contribution scheme and are aged over 55, you can now make withdrawals of any amount whenever you need to, with the balance remaining invested. You can take regular income through income drawdown. You can even take the whole fund out as one lump sum. You also still have the option to take a secure regular income through buying an annuity. You can transfer from a defined benefit to a defined contribution scheme, but be aware that you may lose valuable benefits so need to weigh all the pros and cons. And you must take advice from a financial adviser authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority in the UK before taking action. You need to carefully consider each of the options, how they affect you personally, and the tax implications in France. The potential 7.5% tax charge on pension lump sums could provide opportunities in France, depending your situation and what is suitable for your circumstances and objectives. Your situation is unique, so do not presume

that what someone else is doing will be right for you. What you do with your pension fund now is a major decision, and you need to get it right. This is a highly complex area, and if you get it wrong you could at best pay more tax than necessary, at worst lose your pension savings. Seek specialist, and personalised, advice. ■

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In the garden - jobs for August

by Michelle Pierce

t the time of writing this, much of Europe, and certainly France, has been experiencing several weeks of «une canicule», a heatwave, with extraordinarily hot temperatures, and drying winds. Even at night the thermometer hasn't dropped much, and so many things have suffered, gardens obviously included. So what is there to say? All normal advice for this time of year can't really apply until the weather changes. Firstly, how to stop things dying? Well, if you have the time, the energy and the money you can try to water as much as possible, at the end of the day, at dusk. Containers and plants which have been planted recently are evidently going to need more than established things that can get their roots well down into the soil. But not everyone can water widely, so if you can't, pick your specimens, and water different things each evening. Beware any water restrictions in place and check with your mairie if in doubt. Mulch is the gardener's friend in these extremes, and many things can be used: instead of putting your weeds onto the compost heap, pile them around the base of things in a thick layer. They'll dry to a crisp by the end of the day, releasing their water content. Or you could use this year's bracken leaves, hedge clippings, lawn clippings (except that for most of us the grass is a shrivelled dry brown carpet that doesn't need much mowing!) You could also use straw or hay, or compost, etc... These usually attract slugs but I guess these have either gone right down into the depths

of the soil, or died with the drought, because we haven't seen many around for weeks! The textbooks will tell you it's better to mulch on top of wet soil, but needs must, and a thick layer of mulch helps to protect the soil surface (and therefore the roots of your plants) from the heat brought by the sun's rays. It will really help things stay alive when they'd otherwise die. Alternatively, look at tall plants such as the asters and campanulas which were in their full growth spurt when this «méteo» started. Or roses, shrubs, etc. If they look like they're really suffering, cut them back (by half for the perennials). The less greenery a plant has to maintain, the less water it needs and so the better it feels. It will regrow when the rain comes back, and the name of the game is to keep the plants alive. Put the chopped off bits directly round the base of their mother plants. Pondweed is multiplying frantically at the moment, and this can also be skimmed off and used round the base of plants. Keep an eye on water quality, and make sure the pond water levels don't fall too far. Many things are in advance, thinking that they're in late August, so seeds have set early, and can be collected for next year. But the bugbear is that all the sowing and planting out for later in the year, the winter, and the spring is pretty much on hold unless you do it in modules – but even then it gives extra work watering and a day in a greenhouse with recent temperatures is enough to kill a whole host of seedlings, as I know to my cost!!

So hold off and wait until it's a good few degrees cooler. The same goes for transplanting and dividing your perennials, which we might otherwise have been thinking about starting. In the veg garden, you can clearly see which plants have had enough water to fruit well, but that has got to be a minority, really. We really are in a pretty unusual and dramatic time, because it's been a good long while since we saw regular temperatures in the 40°s, so make sure you do «tout le nécessaire» to save your treasures. Evidently, all bonfires are prohibited so leave any rubbish that needs to be burnt in a pile out of the way. And be choosy about the

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to stop and spread more mulch around. Good gardening! ■ Please remember to leave some shallow plant saucers or containers of water out for the hedgehogs and other wildlife...

Where are the insects...? With the recent extreme temperatures, many of us across the region have had our doors and windows thrown open until late at night, if not all night long, to cool the house down. Normally you'd have your ceilings covered with bugs, moths of all sizes and shapes fluttering round the light sources, hornets bumbling round... There is a dramatic absence of the above in my village. And I have just had to rescue a meagre handful of moths so far this summer. Catastrophe! What are the bats living on? And the nocturnal birds, the owls, etc? Insects being the base of the food chain, it really will have a significant impact.

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Millennium Wheel - the Eiffel Tower of London?

For a long time, the London Eye was a controversial project. Many people claimed it was a waste of public money and that it would become irrelevant once the millennium celebrations were finished. In fact, the public and tourists fell in love with the

e « London Eye » (l’œil de Londres), également appelé « La roue du millénaire », est une roue géante située sur l’une des rives de la Tamise. Edifiée pour célébrer le nouveau millénaire et prévue pour ne fonctionner que 5 ans, elle est devenue si populaire qu’elle est toujours ancrée dans le panorama urbain de Londres. Ses 135 mètres de hauteur en firent la grande roue la plus haute du monde au moment de sa construction. Ce record fut battu plusieurs fois par la suite, notamment par la « High Roller » de Las Vegas qui mesure 167.6 mètres, mais elle reste

huge wheel and today it is the most popular paid tourist attraction in the United Kingdom, with over 3.5 million visitors annually. The wheel has 32 sealed and air-conditioned capsules that can carry 25 people - each capsule weighs 10 tonnes! The capsules

move very slowly – 26 cm per second to be precise – which means that a trip around the wheel takes approximately 30 minutes. In fact, they move so slowly that the wheel does not even need to stop to allow passengers to get on and off. It is, however,

occasionally stopped to allow disabled or elderly passengers enough time to embark and disembark safely. The London Eye is situated on the south bank of the river Thames close to Westminster Bridge. It offers unparalleled views

he “London Eye”, also known as the “Millennium Wheel”, is a giant Ferris wheel on the banks of the Thames river that was constructed to celebrate the new millennium. It was initially planned to operate for just 5 years, but was so popular that it is now a permanent fixture of the London skyline. The entire structure is 135 metres tall and when it was built it was the tallest Ferris wheel in the world, although this record was subsequently beaten by a number of other wheels, most notably the 167.6 metre High Roller in Las Vegas. It is still the tallest Ferris wheel in Europe.

toujours le monument le plus élevé d’Europe. Le projet « London Eye » fut longtemps controversé car ses détracteurs considéraient qu’il n’aurait plus de pertinence à la fin des célébrations du Millénaire et que l’argent public serait ainsi gaspillé. En réalité, le public et les touristes

tombèrent amoureux de cette immense roue et c’est aujourd’hui l’attraction payante la plus courue du RoyaumeUni avec plus de 3.5 millions de visiteurs par an. La roue comporte 32 nacelles hermétiques et climatisées pouvant transporter 25 personnes (chaque cabine pèse 10

tonnes !) Elles se déplacent très lentement, précisément de 26 cm par seconde et un tour complet de la roue dure approximativement 30 minutes. La rotation est si lente que les cabines ne marquent pas d’arrêt pour la sortie et l’entrée des passagers, exception faite parfois pour l’embarquement et

le débarquement en toute sécurité des personnes les plus âgées ou handicapées. Implanté sur la rive sud de la Tamise près du pont de Westminster, le London Eye offre des vues imprenables sur le centre de Londres, notamment sur Big Ben et le Palais de Westminster situés

over central London, particularly of Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament which are nearby on the opposite side of the river. Today, the attraction remains a popular cultural symbol of London. In a book about the London Eye, award-winning architect Sir Richard Rogers described its importance as follows: “The Eye has done for London what the Eiffel Tower did for Paris, which is to give it a symbol and to let people climb above the city and look back down on it. Not just specialists or rich people, but everybody. That's the beauty of it: it is public and accessible, and it is in a great position at the heart of London.” ■ à proximité sur l’autre berge. A u j o u r d ’ h u i , l’attraction est un symbole culturel populaire de Londres. Dans son livre sur le « London Eye », l’architecte primé Sir Richard Rogers décrit ainsi son importance : « Le London Eye est à Londres ce que la Tour Eiffel est à Paris. Devenus des symboles, ils permettent au public de s’élever et d’avoir une vue dominante sur la ville. Pas seulement aux spécialistes ou aux plus riches mais également à Monsieur Tout-Le-Monde. Sa beauté réside dans son accessibilité à tous et à sa position fantastique au centre de Londres ». ■

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The Bugle CLASSIFIEDS are brought to you in association with WWW.HOUSESONINTERNET.COM ANIMALS & PETS Free to good home - 2 kittens 1 black/white & 1 tiger tabby. 12 weeks old, hand reared from 2 days old, good around all other animals, ready now for a new home. Pictures and further information on request. Tel: 07 85 56 72 27 or 06 37 57 33 54 Email: timflowers777@gmail. com Free to good home Older female German Shepherd. Great with people, male dogs, cats and is very loyal. Please contact me for more details. Tel: 06 37 67 70 98 In need of a new home Max

is a lovely 4-year-old German Shepherd. His owner has died and he needs a chance of happiness in a new home. He is very gentle and loves the company of other dogs and cats. Please call for more information. Tel: 02 54 38 81 76 SOS Rita – Breton Spaniel

Rita, a beautiful Breton Spaniel (speyed and identified) with a very sad history, urgently needs a chance of happiness in a new home. She will be a loving and gentle companion. If you could take her on as a foster carer or give her a permanent home for life please call for more information. Tel: 02 54 38 81 76

BUILDING MATERIALS FOR SALE: Scaffolding for sale – 24450 Kwikstage scaffolding for sale which is easy to assemble. It was bought direct from the UK. The run is approximately 18 metres, giving a height of approx. 6 metres - this includes 60+ 8ft scaffolding planks. In addition there is scaffolding to form corners, 2 long poles

to provide additional stability and toe board brackets. More details and photos can be provided. We are asking €3000. We are in La Coquille [24450] in the north of the Dordogne. €3,000.00 Tel: 05 53 52 77 38 Email: gillark51@ yahoo.co.uk FREE: Approx 50 corrugated roof sheets FREE to collect in St Paul la Roche. In good condition, perfect for outbuilding/stables, etc. (cement or asbestos not sure which?) Email to make arrangements to collect in August/September. 26 x 920mm x 1700mm approx size / 20 x 920mm x 1535mm approx size. Complete with a quantity of fixings. Email: paulhobby@msn.com FOR SALE: Contents of my workshop There is too much equipment to list individually but a variety of top brand machinery is on offer, also to include a large quantity of kiln dried oak, a few Stihl chainsaws and brushcutter, Honda mower and Iveco crew cabin flat bed 3.5t truck. Please contact for further details. Tel: 05 55 64 22 50 Email: christotem86@gmail.com FOR SALE: Shower door New, still in box. Part obscure pattern. Cost 130 Euros at Brico Depot. €60.00 Tel: 05 55 61 19 81 FOR SALE: Receveur à carreler (tray for wet room) 160x90x5cm. Cost 170 euros. New, still in wrapper. €80.00 Tel: 05 55 61 19 81 FOR SALE: Reclaimed terracotta tiles 16cm x 16cm x 2cm. Approx 12m2. 36 euros per square metre (36 tiles). La Souterraine. Tel: 05 55 63 43 35 FOR SALE: Big Bags As used for delivering sand and gravel. Volume 957 litres. Size about 1 cubic meter. Numerous uses. 5 Euros each or five for 20 euros or ten for 35 euros. Tel: 05 55 63 43 69 FOR SALE: Pillar drill stand €10.00 Tel: 05 55 68 39 57 FOR SALE: Twin-headed halogen work spotlight on tripod €10.00 Tel: 05 55 68 39 57

FURNITURE FOR SALE: Dining Furniture DUCAL PINE DINING TABLE, MATCHING SIDEBOARD and 8 DINING CHAIRS (including 2 CARVERS). (Table 168 x 103cm, extending to 213 x 103cm, sideboard 173 x 44cm with height 87cm). €275.00

Text or tel 06 41 99 57 40. (StYrieix-la-Perche) FOR SALE: Beige leather three piece suite Three seater sofa with one recliner and two armchairs, one with recliner. Top quality, stylish but elderly and well used. St Yrieix la Perche. €150.00 Tel: 06 41 99 57 40 FOR SALE: Various 3 seater black leather sofa 100 euro; green computer swivel chair 20 euro; 4 foot round pedestal pine table 40 euro. Tel: 05 55 81 08 77 FOR SALE: Dining table and four chairs Good condition,

ideal for dining room or conservatory. Buyer collects. €50.00 Tel: 06 42 49 62 33 FOR SALE: Heal's Antique Single Bed Antique (early 20th century) Heal's single bed frame. Head and foot boards have wicker/cane work panels, it has an iron frame, a wooden mattress base and

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BY THE 20th with the details you would like include. Your advert will appear online and in the next print edition of The Bugle. Classified adverts are currently free for all small items (less than €500). For more expensive items and photos a small fee applies: ● Items more than €500 are charged at €5 per month ● Photos are charged at €2.50 per month comes complete with a single foam mattress that has only been used on odd occasions. Disassembles for transport. Bed size (overall): 204cms long, 93cms wide, 124cms tall (head board), mattress size: 190x90x13cms. Prefer buyer collects, but may be possible to deliver for cost of fuel. Postcode: 23250. €150.00 Tel: 06 42 94 43 74 FOR SALE: Mattresses I have 5 brand new, unused, still wrapped Dreamea mattresses for sale. From the label: Tonic, Extra Ferme (suspension haute

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densite), carenage integral. size: 140 x 190 x 21cm Summer/winter sides. They are sprung mattresses and have carrying handles on each side. Bought from But last year, ended up not being used. Cost 199.99 each, up for sale at 150 Euros each. Buyer(s) to collect. Postcode: 23250. Tel: 06 42 94 43 74 FOR SALE: John Lewis calico wardrobe As new, 40 euros (£125 new). Pine frame with cream/white cotton canvas cover. Door can be rolled up or left down. Width 88cm, Depth 52cm, Height 176cm. La Souterraine. Tel: 05 55 63 43 35 FOR SALE: Vintage leather club chair Full of character, this tatty chair is solid and comfortable. 80cm x 80cm x 80cm. La Souterraine. €50.00 Tel: 05 55 63 43 35 FOR SALE: Antique oak table Measures 104cm X 112 cm X 71cm tall. It has six little wooden wheels that makes it easy to move. Can be extended to over 2m with additional inserts, and comes with one insert of 35cm. Excellent vintage condition, very elegant table. La Souterraine. Can deliver. €60.00 Tel: 05 55 63 43 35 FOR SALE: Bed settee and 2 matching arm chairs Good condition. €50.00 Tel: 02 48

Local commerce based in Chenerailles, Creuse selling scratch cards, souvenirs, gifts and daily papers, well placed with ample parking and disabled access. Good turnover with a good base of regular client and passing trade. Year on year increase in turnover with a good possibility of improvement. 35m2 commercial floor space with store rooms as well. Hours of opening 7h -19h. Closed Sundays, bank holidays and for annual holidays. Great opportunity to buy a well established business that is easy to run and provides a good income. Reasonable knowledge of French required to deal with customers, suppliers and necessary training. €107 000 for the fond de commerce, building and all fittings and equipment. Annual salary of over €32 000 - Reluctant sale due to relocation. For more information and/or to arrange a visit please contact Garry 05 55 62 98 73 (hours of business) or 06 23 81 16 82 out of business hours.

56 74 73 FOR SALE: Cream 3 seater sofa Approx 190cm long, 88cm deep and 75cm high. Ideal for gite. Covers need a wash but otherwise in good condition. Buyer to collect from Coussac Bonneval area. €50.00 Tel 05 55 09 20 63 FOR SALE: Various Two pine single beds with mattresses (IKEA style) €90 for both, gold-effect nest of three tables €10, glass fronted dark wood cabinet €15, small oval coffee table €10, extending oval dining table

and matching chairs (4 + 2 carvers) with re-upholstered seats €175, 3-seater settee and two matching armchairs, dark wood with green patterned cushions (some fading) €150, Everstyl automated reclining chair, free. All collection only from Confolens. Tel: 07 83 46 88 81 FOR SALE: Dark wood (not oak) dining table in very good order Square 120 x 120 cm extending by 40 cm. Detachable legs. €50.00 Tel: 05 55 03 87 56

GARDEN FOR SALE: Garden Shredder Performance Power (B&Q) 2100w Impact Shredder. Electric garden shredder, with manual. Prefer buyer collects, but may be possible to deliver for cost of fuel. Postcode: 23250. €40.00 Tel: 06 42 94 43 74 FOR SALE: Strimmer Flymo ET23+DX electric strimmer, with manual. Prefer buyer collects, but may be possible to deliver for cost of fuel. Postcode: 23250. €15.00 Tel: 06 42 94 43 74 FOR SALE: Leaf Blower Flymo MEV2500 GardenVac Turbo. This corded electric garden vac has three functions in one machine: blow, vacuum and shred. Little used, with shoulder strap and manual. Prefer buyer collects, but may be possible to deliver for cost of fuel. Postcode: 23250. €35.00 Tel: 06 42 94 43 74 FOR SALE: Intex easy set pool (round) 15ft x3ft deep used for one week last year. Is complete with steps, pump, filter, cover, etc. As new. Cost 229 euros. €100.00 Tel: 05 55 61 19 81 FOR SALE: Barbecue Metal charcoal barbecue mounted on trolly with under storage shelf. €30.00 Tel 05 55 76 70 51 FOR SALE: Trimmer Flymo Sabre Trimmer powered by 24 volt portable power pack. Ideal for small garden. Replacement battery required. €30.00 Tel: 05 55 76 70 51 FOR SALE: TORO Wheel Horse 16-44 HLX for spares Complete machine minus engine and battery. Wheels and tyres in excellent condition as is body and chassis. Wonderful mower until it threw its rod. Buyer to collect. Gargilesse. €30.00 Tel: 02 54 47 20 87 FOR SALE: HONDA Mower motor in very good working order Excellent starter. (No oil burn, etc.) Result of damaging mower traction unit. 160cc OHC to suit 500 mm cut width

mower. All other parts except tract. unit drive box and main drive boss available. Who will give me 45 euros? Tel: 05 55 03 87 56

GENERAL Sale due to relocation every Saturday in August 10am-4pm Reclaimed oak floorboards; Power tools; Screws; Old furniture and paintings; Antique water pump; Pro racing bike; Building materials surpluses to requirements; Honda inverter generator; Fly fishing equipment, flies, rods etc.; Saws; Good chest freezer; Wood burning stove (Aga type); Old doors; Velux window; Clothes; Books; DVDs. No reasonable offer refused on all items. Near Evaux-les-Bains. Tel: 05 55 82 09 04 House Contents Sale - 8th & 9th August Electrical items, garden tools, large paddling pool, furniture, linen, etc. to sell. Everything must go and is priced accordingly! The address is: 4 La Tuillery, LD Heyrat Moutier D’Ahun (on the D16 between the villages of Heyrat and Moutier D’Ahun). FOR SALE: Demi-grande piano by Pleyel - the choice of Chopin It is a 'Grande Royal'

model and has been in the same family since new in 1965. It comes with original certificate, adjustable piano stool and original keyboard cover.Its unique registration number is 208616, so it can be verified if you so choose. There are some marks on the casing but it has been professionally regulated, tuned and valued at €3800 and now plays very well.We can recommend some professional piano movers too if you need them to make this great French piece your own.Viewing and playing welcome and get in touch if you'd like to see more pictures. Located in Confolens. €3,800.00 Tel: 07 83 10 73 68 FOR SALE: Upright Farrand Pianola-Piano Was fully refurbished about 6 years ago, so all the bellows and tubes are in excellent condition. Comes with a piano stool and a large box of player rolls. Rolls still available via the auction and other sites on the internet.

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The Bugle CLASSIFIEDS are brought to you in association with WWW.HOUSESONINTERNET.COM Buyer to collect. Postcode: 23250. €499.00 Tel: 06 42 94 43 74 FOR SALE: Free to good home - heavy old piano Requires tuning. Also a box of sheet music and stool. Buyer to collect. Email: patricia.haig@ orange.fr FOR SALE: 2 Decathlon Rochrider Bicycles with 16 gears Suitable for road and offroad use. €100.00 Tel: 05 55 60 64 03 FOR SALE: Douche Heaven 2 Complete with assembly

manual, jets unit and parts list. Missing fittings kit, screws etc, shower head, shelves. Buyer collects. St Benoit area. €100.00 Tel: 02 54 24 31 97 FOR SALE: Various 1 x Brand new Brico Depot double glazed window (two windows opening type) overall size 950mm Wide x 1480mm High (bought in error) or swap €60.00; 1 x Brand new Brico Depot double glazed window (two windows opening type) overall size 1450mm Wide x 1180mm High (change of plans) €60.00; 1 x Brand new Brico Depot double glazed window (two windows opening type) overall size 1060mm Wide x 630mm High (change of plans) €35.00; 1 x Sthil FS100 Strimmer / Brush cutter - Fully working - selling due to back problems and now too big to use - may swap for smaller Sthil unit? €100.00 or best offer; 1 x Brand New (still in box with instructions, etc.) Sagemcom Blu Ray 3D BPRS188 - 250HD (bought in error) complete with set top aerial €399.00 New - Not a satellite unit - €150.00 or best offer; 1 x Renault Traffic Camper van for sale (offer or price to be negotiated) Could repair or use for spare parts - Been stored in a barn for six years so not running. Email for further information. Collection only all items August / September. Email: paulhobby@msn.com FOR SALE: Sharp EL1607P Desktop Calculator Sharp EL1607P 12 digit display electric desk top calculator. A 12 digit, 2 colour printer desk top calculator with large display and several functions. Prefer buyer collects, but may be possible to deliver for cost of fuel. Postcode: 23250. €10.00 Tel: 06 42 94 43 74 FOR SALE: 10 red A4 Lever Arch Folders Hardly used. 10 Euros the lot. Prefer buyer collects, but may be possible to deliver for cost of fuel. Postcode: 23250. €10.00 Tel: 06 42 94 43 74 FOR SALE: Small hay bales Freshly cut from field with no pesticides, etc. 1€. Tel: 06 42 38 54 22 FOR SALE: Leclerc ladies

basic sports bike Unwanted gift. White and black. 26” wheels. 15 gears and caliper brakes. 100 euros including helmet and gel saddle cover o.n.o. Department 23. €100.00ono Tel: 05 55 81 32 20 FOR SALE: Ladies bicycle Gazelle, Tour de France, large wheels, easy to peddle, gears, dynamo and inbuilt locking mechanism, gold colour, air cushioned seat and large rack on the back. Good condition. €40.00 Tel: 02 48 56 74 73 FOR SALE: 12 large boxes of boys clothes Age 0-13. Also 2 booster seats (Halfords), 1 wooden desk and chair with laminated desk top. Good condition. Offers. Tel: 02 48 56 74 73 FOR SALE: Cookshop large halogen cooker Sits on kitchen work surface. Complete with full instructions and additional cookery book. €20.00 Tel: 05 55 76 70 51 FOR SALE: Various HAND BASIN small, suitable for cloakroom. €25; AEROBIC STEPPER by Reebok with Calorie Counter. €25; EXERCISE TRAMPOLINE by Super Tramp with exercise instruction book. €30; INFINITI FITNESS GRAVITY STRIDER by Beny Sports with calorie/distance counter. €50; CROSS-COUNTRY SKIS & STICKS by KARHU Sweden. Glass Fibre 2.1 metres. €50; ASSORTED PHOTO/PICTURE FRAMES, 26, VARIOUS SIZES some with prints. €25; TAPLEY 33 BASE UNIT CUPBOARD AND DRAWERS Mahogany veneer. €50; CORNER CABINET Mahogany Veneer. Display/Drinks/Storage. €60. Photographs of all items are available. Email: anthony.r.twyman@gmail.com FOR SALE: DRIZA-BONE RIDING COATS (2) Two Genuine Australian "DRIZABONE" brown long (full length) wax riding coats one size Medium (5) length 105cm, and other size XL (7) length 115cm. They have been worn just three times (for walking!)... after which they have been stored away in a dry place in our barn. 95 euros each. Can email photo. Tel: 05 55 78 79 02 FOR SALE: Godin WoodBurning Stove Very old, some damage to enamel, otherwise OK. Good for interior design statement. Colour black with nice leaf design base. Size 52cm high, 70 cm wide x 36 cm deep at base. Please ask for photos. €50.00 Tel: 05 55 63 43 69 FOR SALE: Nexus 7 tablet (New version bought December 2014) 32GO and running latest Lollipop software. In perfect condition and with case. €120.00 Tel: 05 55 64 22 25 Email: geeinfrance@gmail.com FOR SALE: Wii games and accessories Wii Rock Band kit, including games, guitar, drums, microphone, all controllers, hardly used. Also Wii Guitar Hero including solo guitar, game and wireless

guitar controller. MarioKart and Beatles games included - a bargain at €75 the lot. Collection from Confolens. €75.00 Tel: 07 83 46 88 81 FOR SALE: Beige chandelier 8 bulbs, 70cm drop, 70cm diameter. St Yrieix. €45.00 Tel: 06 41 99 57 40 FOR SALE: Two Decathlon Forclas Air 40 litre rucksacks Very little used. 20€ each. Text or call 06 41 99 57 40 (St Yrieix la Perche) FOR SALE: Various Mirror 80 x 65 cm. Painted wood yellow with small decoration. Matching wall lights, toilet roll holder, shelf and soap dish holder. 40€. Ice cream maker Philips. Little used. 20€. Text 06 41 99 57 40 (St Yrieix la Perche) FOR SALE: Elnapress fastpress iron €25.00 Tel: 05 55 68 39 57 FOR SALE: Wood panel

Approx. 5m long, 1.20m height. Oak. Near Bellegarde. Call for more information. Price to be debated. Money goes to animal shelter. Tel: 06 66 24 85 49 FOR SALE: Lowry framed prints (3) In excellent

Brand new front tyres. Nearly new rear tyres. New timing belt, air filter and fuel filter at 90000 miles. €2,750.00 Tel: 05 45 30 36 77 Email: Tedlawnmowerman@aol.com FOR SALE: PEUGEOT 406 1999 1.8 Petrol RHD French registered with CT until June 2016. Dark Green. 119,000 miles. Good condition. Very reliable. €500.00 Tel: 02 54 47 75 59 FOR SALE: Boat and trailer

French Registered Falcon 18, 115hp, morse hydraulic steering, electric tilt and trim, stainless steel propeller, 2 anchors and usual equipment. €5,000.00 Tel: 05 55 60 64 03 FOR SALE: Mitsubishi Carisma 1998 car RHD but French registered. Drives well. (Rochechouart 87) €200.00 Tel: 0044 77 90 81 07 39 Email: rayaplin@live.com FOR SALE: VW Beetle 1.6 petrol manual New shape in grey, rhd, with less than 22,000 miles/35,200 kms. This car is in mint condition & comes with full British service history, along with 10 months mot. The cambelt & water pump have been changed as a precaution, 2 new rear tyres just fitted. You will not believe the condition of this car. The first person to see the car will buy her. Very economical, drives perfect, a future classic. €4,495.00 Tel: Neil 05 55 80 14 97 Email: fellbeck12@btinternet.com FOR SALE: MOBILE HOME

FOR SALE: Shetland 535 Cabin Cruiser Length 5.37 metres. With Indespension Coaster 2 trailer. No engine. Boat needs internal work, would make a good project. Please call for more information. €500.00 Tel: 05 55 68 59 91 FOR SALE: Towbars Towbar for Citroen Xsara Picasso complete. 40 euros. Towbar for Peugeot 406 complete. 30 euros. Tel: 02 48 56 74 73 FOR SALE: 2011 4 berth Bailey Orion caravan (Including all usual extras including full size Dorema awning) with French cert of Immatriculation. Please ring or email for further info... Tel: 05 55 82 09 04 Email: rockhousefrance@hotmail. co.uk

WHITE GOODS FOR SALE: Chest Freezer Length 80cm width 60cm. Approx 8 cubic feet. Excellent condition. Near Treignac. €140.00 Tel: 05 55 98 63 94

WANTED WANTED: Excavator

Digger or Cash buyer,

anything considered. Tel: 02 48 56 74 73 WANTED: Garden furniture Do any readers have a garden table and chairs, and benches, which they would sell for a reasonable price - ours are 10 years old, 'tired' and worn, and in need of replacing! Tel: 05 55 78 79 02 WANTED: Pokemon cards to buy or swap Any age, any series. Tel: 02 48 56 74 73 Email: npugwash@rocketmail. com WANTED: Looking for young retired person Male or female. For driving (permit required) and guarding. In exchange: housing (furnished) and all charges included. In Rougnat, near Auzances. Tel: 05 55 67 17 56 WANTED: URGENT Isolated house to rent or buy. No near neighbours and no traffic. Consider anything in regions Centre or Limousin. Tel: 02 54 38 81 76 WANTED: Road trailer / box trailer or small caravan To take small excess contents back to UK. End of August. Must be road worthy and not too expensive. What have you to offer ? Tel: 05 45 21 76 75 WANTED: Trailer - any age or condition Tel: 02 48 56 74 73 WANTED: Caravan Cash purchaser. Tel: 02 48 56 74 73

Small cosy 2 bed house to let in Le Grand Bourg, Creuse Recently refurbished with log burner! Garden 20 metres away. Ideally situated in middle of town with mains drainage! Rent €295 per month. Long term let available.

Tel: 06 73 37 45 01 condition. 40 euros for the three framed prints. Tel: 05 55 78 79 02 FOR SALE: SOLAVOX PR25 Speakers SOLAVOX PR25

speakers (2). 25w. RMS. Teak finish. 4cm x 37cm. Good working order. 25 euros the pair. €25.00 Tel: 0555 787902 (near Rochechouart)

35 foot by 10 foot. Very good condition. One double bedroom, one single bedroom, shower room with separate toilet, fitted kitchen to include table with 4 chairs, fridge, air-conditioning unit, microwave, gas hot water boiler, gas cooker, television with aerial. €3,500.00ono Tel: 05 55 73 17 60 FOR SALE: Ford Transit - For spares or repair Ford Transit 2.5

VEHICLES / PARTS FOR SALE: Peugeot Partner Car 2005 Silver Grey, 1.9 Hdi

diesel. RHD. French registered. CT until June 2017. 123,000 miles. Tow bar & electrics.

diesel high top long wheel base 1999. 231k miles. RHD. French registered. CT expired. Was used regularly until just over a year ago. Runs lovely always starts first time but needs new clutch and body work is tatty. Will have to be towed. Located at Jabreilles les Bordes 87370. €395.00 Tel: 05 55 37 18 03 / 06 33 66 17 45 Email: darrenrb@hotmail.com

WINTER LET - 7KM FROM SARLAT €950 pcm AVAILABLE SEPTEMBER 2015 – APRIL 2016

Two bedroom house (sous-sol) with a self-contained one bedroom studio in Sainte-Nathalène (24200). Main house is fully furnished and includes eat-in kitchen, lounge, family bathroom, separate w.c., satellite TV, wifi, double LUG, central heating (oil), washing machine and tumble dryer. The furnished one bed studio includes a double bedroom, kitchenette, lounge, w.c. and shower. The house has a fully enclosed low-maintenance garden (1620sqm). For further details, contact Natalie & Patrick on +33 (0) 6 03 85 82 69 or email: mathevies@me.com For photos visit www.mathevies.com and follow the links to Gîte Le Point de Vue.

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Business Directory

Your indispensable guide to finding local businesses & artisans Activities & Leisure Animals & Pets Antiques/Brocantes Auto Services Building Services Architects/Surveyors Carpenters/Joiners Electricians Fosses Septiques General Groundworks

Activities & Leisure

cycle-hire-online.com Quality Bicycle Rental, delivered free to your holiday accommodation

06 79 23 57 09 - see pg 31

Please mention The Bugle when responding to adverts

Animals & Pets

Painters/Decorators Plasterers Plumbers Roofing Sandblasting Chimney Sweeps >> pg 18 Computers/Satellites >> pg 19 Food & Drink >> pg 19 Garden Services >> pg 19 >> pg 19-21 Gifts & Crafts Handholding Services >> pg 21

>> pg 18 >> pg 18 >> pg 18 >> pg 18

REGISTERED FARRIER MARECHAL FERRANT NOW TAKING ON NEW CLIENTS CHRIS SELWYN Dip WCF REGISTERED FARRIER ▪ OVER 20 YEARS EXPERIENCE ▪ ALL DISCIPLINES AND REMEDIAL WORK UNDERTAKEN ▪ RELIABLE, HONEST SERVICE ▪ CONTACT TO DISCUSS YOUR REQUIREMENTS AND AREA ▪ BASED IN 87 BUT WILL TRAVEL ▪ REFERENCES AVAILABLE

TEL: 06 30 96 02 02

E: info@englishfarrierinfrance.com W: www.englishfarrierinfrance.com

Caring, quiet accommodation just for cats JUNCT 22 off A20, Arnac la Poste

Alison & Ray

Tel: 05 55 60 27 83

champlongchatterie@me.com www.champlongchatterie.com SIRET: 520 896 671 00010

The Orchard Kennels & Cattery (Farges, nr. Aubusson)

Small & friendly, English run. Viewings welcome. Certificat de capacité. Also available: Pet foods, treats & accessories.

Mon - Sat: 9.00 - 7.00

Contact Dave Grant: 05 55 67 58 87

www.the-orchard.eu siret: 504 584 228 00010

Antiques/ Brocantes

siret: 799 169 479 00018

Animal communication Gentle healing for people and pets. Complementing conventional treatments by easing the side effects. Helping to identify the causes of allergic reactions and behavioural problems. More information at:

www.ame-et-corps.com Tel: 06.66.24.85.49

LA BRAUDERIE BROCANTE

** Under new management **

Lovely French finds from the Limousin Open most days 4 La Brauderie, 23160 St-Germain-Beaupré

05 55 80 42 47 or email

leaberry24@yahoo.co.uk

Please mention The Bugle when responding to adverts

MOTOR PARTS CHARENTE

Suppliers of Car & Van Spares & LHD headlights, anywhere in France Direct to France at big savings! also Mower Batteries and drive belts!

www.motorpartscharente.com Delivery via UPS direct to your door in France

JOHN SOWERSBY +44 (0)1377 255470 / +44 (0)7830 170761

motorptscharente@aol.com

LCS 23 Autos

Car and Van Sales European Transport

06 23 29 24 70 - see pg 17

>> pg 24 >> pg 24 >> pg 24 >> pg 24 >> pg 24 >> pg 24 >> pg 24-25 >> pg 25 >> pg 25

At Masterplans.eu we can help guide you through your planning application in France. From initial feasibility to completed dossiers. We will compile all the relevant drawings and complete the necessary paperwork to ensure your application proceeds smoothly. We are equally at home working with clients here in France or those living abroad.

Tel: 05 55 80 72 83 Mob: 06 33 07 29 72 Email: info@masterplans.eu www.masterplans.eu Siret: 790 016 984 00011

Architectural DRAWING SERVICE

Registered Car Mechanic

Renovating your French property?

05.55.81.31.85

New build?

See Display Ad pg 19

Antiques and Junk Shop

Small, friendly English-run kennels in Bétête (23270). Open 365 days a year. Call Leanne on:

Health & Beauty House Clearance Insurance & Finance Language Services Pest Control Property Sales Retail & Commerce Transport/Removals /Storage General

RING BILL!

English, French, German - and Animal spoken! Katharina Maiss

Valhalla dog holidays

Champlong Chatterie

>> pg 21 >> pg 21 >> pg 21-22 >> pg 22 >> pg 22 >> pg 22 >> pg 22 >> pg 22-23 >> pg 23-24 >> pg 24 >> pg 24

Building Services

Dossiers prepared Permis de Construire Déclarations Préalables

Tel: 05 53 52 36 05

lavieilleabbaye@orange.fr SIRET: 493 770 358 00015

Tel: 07 80 00 46 23 UK Mob: +44 (0)7902 838 776

Architects/ Surveyors

Auto Services

CHARTERED STRUCTURAL ENGINEER

Pre-purchase & Structural Surveys. Verbal & written reports. Structural calculations & drawings. Redevelopment ideas & solutions.

For more information on advertising in the Bugle Business Directory, give us a call or send us an email:

Tim Haw B.Eng C.Eng M.I.Struct.E

sales@thebugle.eu

Web: www.versineer.com Email: enquiries@versineer.com

05 55 41 17 76

FR: 0033 (0)6 05 56 42 81 UK: 0044 (0)7448 466 662 Siret: 498 843 051 00018

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ADVERTORIAL

MedicAlert - life-saving medical ID jewellery

iving in France with wonderful weather, new friends, great food and exciting opportunities is often a dream come true for many British expatriates. However, one thing not so wel-

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come is a medical emergency where you are unable to convey your needs due to a language barrier, or the severity of the emergency rendering you unconscious. MedicAlert is pleased to offer life-saving medical ID jewellery for

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expatriates, ensuring that your hidden medical condition is no longer a worry. The ID discs can be engraved with: ◊ Medical conditions ◊ Allergies ◊ Medication information ◊ Vulnerabilities

Also engraved on the disc is a unique customer number, allowing emergency services access to more detailed medical information which is held on a secure database. The 24/7 emergency response line, operated by the London Ambulance Service, can be accessed from anywhere in the world. This emergency phone number accepts reverse call charges and can converse in over 100 languages. MedicAlert ID discs save vital time in providing an immediate diagnosis to medical staff, leading to

fast, accurate treatment and correct medication administered. When questioned, 85% of medical professionals said MedicAlert increases the speed of diagnosis in an emergency. We are currently offering expatriates an annual emergency service

for only 30 euros (usually 40 euros) - OFFER CODE: EXPAT For more information please visit www.medicalert.org.uk or call +44 (0)1908 951045.

BARWICK ÉLECTRICITÉ

Building Services

Fosses Septiques

General

Steve Johns

Max Huggett

MedicAlert registered UK charity number: 233705

SHAUN BARWICK QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN

Carpenters/ Joiners

Electricians

Nicholas Hemming Wood Craft

Lumiere Service et Energie

www.nicholashemming.co.uk

02 48 63 15 09 - see main ad pg 4

WOODWORK MADE TO MEASURE

DOORS, WINDOWS, SHUTTERS, STAIRCASES, OAK FRAMES... FROM LOCAL HARD AND SOFT WOODS. SHUTTERS FROM 35 EUROS. Please explore our website for more information:

www.scrollart.co.uk scrollartfrance@gmail.com

05 55 14 12 43

Oradour Sur Vayres (87150) - siren: 752 051 482

Steven Rofe 20+ Years experience

• NICEIC approved Electrician for 8 years in the UK • Wiring of new installations (including liaising with EDF) • Rewiring existing houses/barns • External & garden lighting • All aspects of electrical works • Fully insured - (10 year Decennale) • Departments covered 19,23 & 87 05.55.69.75.67 / 06.89.47.69.71 email: rofesteven@yahoo.co.uk Siret No. 501.792.386.00010

INSTALLATION23

A. Wright

Carpenter & Joiner 06 35 12 10 66

- Electricity - Plumbing - Air conditioning and heat pump - Small renovations (bathrooms, kitchens, etc.) Dutch and English spoken Creuse / Puy-de-Dôme

see main ad - pg 4

Your advert here 05 55 41 17 76

Tel: 09 72 35 74 73

Email: barwick.shaun@gmail.com @iret: 794 282 368 00016

SALAMANDRE

électricité Keith SLOPER

Tel: 05 55 64 94 20 Mob: 07 86 38 09 61 * Qualified electrician * All types of electrical works carried out * Free estimates * Fault finding * Consuel certification arranged * Temporary and permanent EDF supplies arranged * Departments 23 and 87 No Siret: 494 916 760 00015

Pink Electrique

E-mail: installation23@gmail.com

Ruth & Geoff Kowalczyk All electrical work, home automation & security. Project management. See our website for more information. French qualified and insured. 30+ years worldwide experience. Departments covered: 23, 36, 87.

Mob. 06 40 56 96 12 Tel. 05 55 67 57 64

Email: info@pink-electrique.fr www.pink-electrique.fr

Siret: 753 054 030 00014

RING BILL! Registered Car Mechanic 05 55 81 31 85 (contrôle technique)

■ ... much more Dept. 23 & surrounding areas

Tel: 05 55 63 10 68 Mob: 06 64 59 48 64 SIRET: 788 709 871 00016

Très Jolie

Ladies fashion accessories

Fosse Septique Specialist 20+ years experience All aspects covered: Paperwork and permissions arranged Installations (full/part) Upgrades (to current regs) Inspections

Digger and dumper hire

Groundworks, foundations, driveways, etc.

Building & Renovation services Free devis and site visit

05.55.64.11.73

We guarantee to beat any like for like quote ! siret: 514 556 208 00015

LES VIDANGES LIMOUSINES

Experienced and fully registered builder with 10 year Décennale Insurance Offering a broad selection of building services in depts. 87, 19 & 23. From one off installations to complete renovations, construction, landscaping and ground works. E: info@maxhuggett.com

T: 05 55 69 37 64 M: 06 80 92 23 82

www.maxhuggett.com

English & French spoken - Siret: 518 511 340 00011

T J Renovations

30 years experience in building trade

▪ Emptying septic tanks ▪ Unblocking pipes ▪ Cleaning wells ▪ Group rates available between neighbours Call David - 24/24 7/7

Full refurbishments undertaken

87800 Jourgnac

Email: tjrenovations96@yahoo.fr

sales@thebugle.eu 05 55 41 17 76

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06 49 66 44 25 Siret N° 750 725 780 00019

• Stone/Brickwork • Patios • Repointing • Studwork • General Repairs & Maintenance All areas in the Limousin covered Contact Tim

05 55 61 16 30 / 06 85 37 04 35 web: www.builderinthecreuse.co.uk Siret: 750 068 116 00011

NEUVIALLE MENUISERIE no job too small

Paula Robinson

30 Years’ Experience Joiner Kitchens, Bedrooms & Bathrooms Flooring & General 2nd Fix Finishing, Joinery & Decking Emergency Lock Services

tres.jolie1@orange.fr Facebook: search for “Tres Jolie Milhaguet”

Mike Christie 05 55 64 35 11 (Home) 07 87 38 58 88 (Mobile) mgchristie2013@gmail.com

Mail order available or ﬁnd me at a local market

(see Notice Board for more details)

05 55 78 62 29 06 04 08 29 53 siret 753 125 061 00014

Siret: 802 265 728

■ Services ■ Brakes ■ MOT Prep

SIRET: 494 617 798 00017

Available for all types of electrical work Small jobs, new builds, renovations, rewires Consuel assistance and certification service available Fully insured with 10 year workmanship guarantee Based near Châlus (87230)

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Septic tanks

systems designed with permissions & paperwork included and independent approval with certification.

Concrete

concrete ﬂoors, concrete terraces, concrete retaining walls, openings, underﬂoor heating, insulation, steps.

Renovation

bathrooms & kitchens from design to completion, ceilings, partition walls, drylining.

trading 7 years

see our portfolio at www.LCE23.com

05.55.80.83.30

Building Services

registered and insured for all work we do

R & B Construction ALL ASPECTS OF RENOVATION & CONSTRUCTION • House & barn renovations • Garage/loft conversions • Bathroom/shower rooms • Doors/windows • Roofing • Patios/decking • Plumbing & Electrical • 10 year Guarantee Insurance

General

Double D Renovations & Home Improvements

All types of building work, groundwork, renovations, decorating and maintenance

05 55 65 00 29 / 06 33 19 99 64

See our website: www.rb-first-construction.com Tel: 05 55 37 74 06 (Dave) Tel: 05 55 69 75 67 (Steve) (Depts 23, 87 & 19) siret: 501 792 386 00010

SARL McCourt

Quality Renovations & New Builds

La Coterie Entreprise

All work undertaken from electrics & plumbing to septic tanks, swimming pools, renovations & new builds. All work is guaranteed and is carried out by qualified tradesmen.

05.55.80.83.30

warwick.mccourt@yahoo.com

email: double-d-23@live.fr siret: 510 357 155 00017

Approved septic tank installer

www.lce23.com See our main ad above

Monte Sarginson

House Renovations Inside & Out

Experience in Roofing, Tiling Floors & Walls, Plumbing, Fitting Kitchens & Bathrooms, Stonework & Rendering, Painting & Decorating

Tel: 05 55 63 88 70 Mob: 06 21 34 18 20 Siret no 507 516 748 00013

Paul Jones Renovation

Experienced and fully registered artisan, offering a high quality finish and service • 10yr Décennale Assurance • Full house/barn renovation • Plasterboarding walls and ceilings • Tape and Jointing • Kitchen Installation • Roofing works • Carpentry • Patios/Decking

Tel: 05 55 69 28 12 Mob: 06 73 18 63 47 Email: pauljones@orange.fr www.pauljonesrenovation.com siret no: 495 067 829 00020

GODSON

Travaux Publics www.pilgrim23.com 05.55.62.61.12 - pg 3

For a free quotation please contact:

06 40 58 62 71

Stephen Cullinane & Son From the foundations to the roof Established 9 years in France 05 55 81 00 53 - see pg 12

RSW Entreprises

Fosse Septique Specialist

05.55.80.00.57

See our Display Ad - pg 11

A. Wright

Carpenter & Joiner 06 35 12 10 66 see main ad - pg 4

S.J. GODBY ENTREPRISE

ALL ASPECTS OF RENOVATION WORK • All types of plastering • Plasterboarding, studwalling • Lime mortar pointing • Window and door openings • Stone work • Sand blasting Free and friendly quotations, no job too small Fully qualified and registered artisan for over 19 years Covering dept 23

Contact: 07 89 71 25 69 E-mail: stuart.godby@live.fr siret: 434 085 338 00037

JONES ENTREPRISE Quality Workmanship

Carpenter Builder Portfolio available to view at www.jonesentreprise.com email: jones23entreprise@orange.fr Jeff Jones: 06 38 25 74 62 siret: 810 322 123 00011

Paul Goldsmith Interior Renovations Registered for 8 years in France

High quality work, excellent references available • Kitchens • Bathrooms • Tiling • Wood flooring • Loft conversions • Pointing • Windows • Plasterboarding Covering Creuse and Indre

e: lasout@live.com

t: 09 66 03 52 89 SIRET 494 123 847 00019

Harlequin Developments All aspects of renovation and refurbishment, big or small, undertaken. Harlequin Developments are a Distributor and Installer for Solarventi, solar dehumidifying and ventilating products.

05.55.68.67.56 06.06.60.46.97

harlequindevelopments@live.com www.harlequindevelopments.com SIRET: 494.501.067.00016

Barry Haggerty

Qualified Mason Pointing a speciality Brickwork Stonework Blockwork Masonry No job too small Free quotes Over 30 years' experience Dept. 23 & surrounding areas

Tel: 06 42 19 20 06

Email: barrydhaggerty@gmail.com

sales@LCE23.com

Masonry & More

General building Renovation & maintenance Reliable, good quality work 30 years exp Based central 23 - will travel Martin Sprague

05 55 61 93 07

Entreprise Hines Building & Renovation ● Roofing - New & Repairs ● Masonry ● Plastering ● Dry Lining ● Sand Blasting ● Equestrian Buildings ● Digger/Scaffold Hire ● ... and much, much more

28 years qualified experience

05.55.89.69.46 www.entreprisehines.com robert.hines@orange.fr

martin_sprague_1@ hotmail.com SIRET: 531 768 182 00010

SIRET: 503 169 237 00016

Scaffolding Hire Davis & Davis

Large stock Rapid response Good rates for long & short term hire Erected or self-erect Delivery or collection All areas covered Call Dave:

06 42 73 83 37 siret: 795 207 067 00013

SARL McCourt Quality Renovations & New Builds warwick.mccourt@yahoo.com

06 40 58 62 71 - see pg 10

30 years' Experience in Construction, Renovation & Project Management Quality Workmanship Guaranteed Internal/ External Developments

Barn conversions, loft conversions, new-build, drylining, plastering, rendering, spray rendering, tiling, installation of kitchens/ bathrooms, painting, carpentry, replacement doors & windows, velux installation, groundworks, landscaping, decking & much more...

No job too big (or small). Give us a call for a free competitive quote.

05 55 60 29 50 / 06 04 13 30 57 email: davis-davis@sfr.fr

Based Arnac-la-Poste - Covering depts 87, 23 & 19 Siret: 498 203 652 00017

Need Renovation?

Call Ben & Benny Tel: 06 29 97 50 16 see main ad - pg 11 All Renovations and Constructions Roofs constructed & repaired Attic conversions & velux fitted Chimney repairs Kitchen & Bathroom fitting Tiling Dry Lining All work fully insured Free Quotation

TEL : 05 55 69 24 82

E-mail : sdscouverture@gmail.com Siret No: 524 866 621 00013

Creuse Property & Lake Services - General maintenance including grounds - Change overs - Meet and Greets - On call / Emergency help - Key holding - Handyman Building projects also undertaken For full details visit

www.cpals.eu

or call 06 02 67 72 19 Siret No: 804 568 020 00015

La Noneix

Construction & Property Services

Established, Professional and Personal Building Services. Fully registered with décennale insurance covering all works.

●Renovations ●New builds ●Roofing ●Stonework ●Carpentry ●Ground works

Large or small projects undertaken - please view our website. Contact: Paul or Joanne Rands

05.55.66.44.06 www.lanoneix.com Paul.rands@orange.fr SIRET: 501 144 596 00019

Steve Johns Assainissement

fosse-septique23.com

05.55.64.11.73 - see pg 8

Entreprise Hines Building Services All Internal & External Works, completed to a high standard.

We also supply KWIKSTAGE scaffold for hire - either DIY or full scaffold service provided. siret: 503 169 237 00016

See website for more info - www.entreprisehines.com - 05 55 89 69 46 - robert.hines@orange.fr

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ADVERTORIAL

Limousin Spas H

ere at Limousin Spas we aim to offer our clients a comprehensive sales, installation and continuing advice and support package. This means that you can truly relax and enjoy your experience of choosing and owning a spa... whether it is for a holiday home or all year round. We set up our business after finding it difficult to obtain reliable advice or choice when trying to buy a spa for our own home. Most of the widely available models demand a high power supply and are thus unsuitable for the majority of rural properties (unless you can

manage without using any other electric appliances at any time!) After many meetings with suppliers we decided to stock 3 full ranges of spas which we found particularly sturdy and reliable... this gives a choice of models for 2 to 8 people and from basic to luxury. We run our business from home so we don't have to pass on the cost of running a huge showroom and can keep prices reasonable. There is always at least 1 model on display to inspect and wet test to truly appreciate the features. We welcome any enquiries and visits (although we suggest you phone first to check

Strong Spa G2 luxury 6 person spa, now €5,495 including delivery and installation Double D

Renovations & Home Improvements 05 55 65 00 29 - pg 9

WASTE REMOVAL SERVICES

• house/barn/garden clearances • dechetterie runs • rubbish removal • cash paid for scrap • general labouring service • mini digger - with/without driver • Vehicle with 1.5 tonne crane

05 55 37 45 35 06 74 21 47 71

French Lily

Kitchens & Interiors 05 55 80 92 91 - see pg 7

Abris Bois LV

Timber Building Specialists www.abrisboislv.fr 05 87 77 95 57 - see pg 2

Dave Cardwell - Builder

05 55 98 24 12

See our Display Ad - pg 10

siret 532 981 198 00015

KWIKSTAGE Scaffold Hire DIY or Full Scaffold Service See our website or phone for details

05 55 89 69 46

www.entreprisehines.com robert.hines@orange.fr SIRET: 503 169 237 00016

Your advert here 05 55 41 17 76

Building Services

www.limousin-spas.com Tel: 05.55.63.26.20 Email: sales@limousin-spas.com

Building Services

Painters/ Decorators

Plasterers

CALL KATH Painting and Decorating Interior and Exterior Colour Consultations

05 55 63 53 06

Simon Carter

www.hgdev.co.uk andy@hgdev.co.uk

Painter & Decorator

05 55 65 86 94 - see pg 9

Qualified craftsman with over 25 years UK

05.55.78.62.29

experience, now based in Haute-Vienne. Specialist services: Interior & exterior painting & decorating, wallpapering, plastering.

See Main Ad below

FREE QUOTES

with Driver for Hire

Landscaping, ditching, land clearance etc. Also general Garden Maintenance John Bonella

87440 Marval

05 55 78 62 29

john.bonella@gmail.com

The friendly & reliable plasterer

Tel: 05 87 19 91 50 Mob: 07 81 26 88 65 Web: www.sjcmontluc.fr Email: sjcmontluc@yahoo.fr

05 55 80 92 91

info@platrierlimousin.fr Siret: 534 396 908 00012

Building Services

Plasterboarding, Partitioning, Skiming, Solid Plastering, Floor Screeding,Rendering: Mono Couche/Coloured Render Waterproofing Render Systems

Chris

siret 802 262 35200015

siret: 792.130.932.00017

Quality Plasterwork, Internal & External

Siret: 527 736 326 00010

High Ground Development

sales@thebugle.eu 05 55 41 17 76

PLASTERER

(18 Years Experience) Email: glenviney1@btinternet.com

Groundworks

john.bonella@gmail.com

GLEN VINEY

Tel: 06 45 18 86 10

Room Re-designs

kathleen.willis@orange.fr

Mini-Digger with driver

Le Plâtrier du Limousin 10 year guarantee. Covering depts. 23 & 87. Call Stuart on:

Kathleen Willis

Mini Digger

siret no. 523 183 580 00019

we are not out delivering a spa). Many of our previous customers have offered to discuss or show the tubs they have bought so we can probably put you in touch with someone local. We are happy to visit and advise on siting your spa and quote for works such as decking and bespoke gazebos to enhance the surroundings. Full specifications and details on all our spa ranges are available on our website www.limousin-spas.com We are further developing our website, so please contact us if you would like any more information in French or English. ■

the Plasterer A genuine plasterer French and English spoken Traditional Plastering Rendering, Stud partition dry lining Lime mortar stone pointing

CALL FOR A FREE QUOTATION

05 55 63 53 06 06 23 29 48 19 christopher.willis@orange.fr Le Bourg, 23360 Nouzerolles

Plumbers Benjamin Jourdan

Plumber/Electrician

Installation, servicing & maintenance of all types of boiler: wood, gas, fuel, pellet... Solar panels installed and maintained. Underfloor heating, bathrooms, kitchens, etc... General electric works up to full house rewire. Will travel.

www.helplomberie.com e: benjaminjourdan@hotmail.com

m: 06 29 97 50 16

SIRET: 504 612 441 00015

siret: 517 848 826 00023

sales@thebugle.eu 05 55 41 17 76

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50,000 sq ft of covered showrooms & 2 large external display areas - All reclamation bought & sold - Demolition undertaken - Specialists in oak beams - Metalwork & stonework - Indian stone flooring - Plywood, all in 8x4 sheets: internal, external and marine grade Open Mon-Sat 8.30am to 6pm - www.reclamation-yard.com Only 1km from Confolens on the D952 Ansac-sur-Vienne road

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The friendly and reliable plasterer For a free quotation & friendly advice call Stuart on

Décennale 10 year guarantee

● Plastering (French or English plaster) ● Studwork ● Plasterboarding ● Insulating Email: info@platrierlimousin.fr Covering depts 23 and 87

Tel: 05 55 80 92 91

Building Services

Building Services Plumbers

Roofing

Dennis Ward

Eurl Réno-Gén

ROOFING SPECIALISTS

Plumbing and heating / boiler repairs. Oil and gas.

All types of roofing External insulation Carpentry work Dormer windows Velux windows Zinc guttering Chimney repoints Lead flashing, etc. Contact Phil Andrews:

28 years experience. Gas Safe registered in UK. Reliable and efficient service. Based 16420 - will travel 40km.

M: 06 05 71 57 68

Mob: 06 42 38 54 22 Tel: 02 54 30 11 20

UK: +44 (0)7952 228 924 E: plomberieconfolens@gmail.com

Email: philip.andrews@orange.fr

Siret 803 784 818 00012

Building Services

Sand and Blast We provide a fully operated

sandblasting

service for wood, stone and metal. Perfect for stripping away years of grime or paint. Contact us for a free quote, or see our website:

25+ years roofing experience All aspects of roofing, large or small 15+ years experience plastering/boarding  Fully registered and insured Trading in France since 2007  Call Mark for a free quotation

see pg 31

Martin Walters

Plumber

05 55 71 49 13 - 06 78 60 96 16 mumford.toiture@orange.fr

Caught out last winter? Don't worry! We can now offer winter checks, drain downs, caretaking, general DIY, key holding, as well as our usual friendly plumbing services.

Siret No. 493 159 412 00011

PMC BATIMENT Roofing Specialists

www.pmcbatiment.fr see main ad below

For more information on advertising in the Bugle Business Directory, give us a call or send us an email:

Tel 02 54 24 84 62 Siret 522 804 723 00016

Your advert here 05 55 41 17 76

05 55 78 72 98 see main ad - pg 7

computer services - pc • mac • network

Creusetec

Satellite Systems 05 55 66 60 21

"Tooway" High speed internet via satellite TV Satellite Sales, Service & Installations. TV Receiver & Electronic Repairs. Dish alignments. Sky/Freesat/TNT/FTA. Most of depts 23,03,63,87,36 covered.

martin@creusetec.com http://www.creusetec.com SIRET: 510 117 328 00011

Chimney Sweep Service

* All types of chimneys cleaned * Brush & Vacuum * Smoke Tested * Fully Insured * HETAS Approved and member of NACS * Official certificates of cleaning issued (Certificat de Ramonage) * Clean, tidy, professional & friendly service

Contact Barry Manning

Tel: 05 55 66 14 11 Mob: 06 31 59 81 08

barry@toutesweep.com

REMEMBER - BLOCKED FLUES AND CHIMNEY FIRES CAN BE FATAL... DON'T TAKE THAT RISK! SIRET: 534 351 754 00013

Chimney Sweeping

sales@thebugle.eu

05 55 41 17 76

05 55 63 78 72

www.stovesellers.com Siren: 502 409 949

Email: garygoodwin@wanadoo.fr

05 55 68 47 33 / 06 82 26 31 54 see pg 11

SIRET: 534 759 337 00015

TOUTE SWEEP

Tel: 05 55 62 05 61 Mob: 06 23 40 18 64

Mayday

steve@sandandblast.com

Chimney Sweeps

Dept 23 & surrounding areas

siret: 453 067 910 00019

05 67 77 83 05

• Flue ways cleared • Birds nests, vermin & debris removed • Smoke evacuation & gas tightness tests • Official certificates of cleaning issued (Certificat de Ramonage)

CONTACT : PAUL CHARLESWORTH TEL : 06 28 28 04 63

Computers & Satellites

www.sandandblast.com

Roofing & Plastering/ Plasterboarding Service

05 55 63 89 23

www.bigdishsat.com

SYSTEMS & AERIALS. FAULT FINDING.

MUMFORD TOITURE

Heating & Plumbing engineer

Big Dish Satellite

GOODWIN SATELLITE Sandblasting 05 55 41 17 76 SALES & INSTALLATION OF ALL SATELLITE

siret: 509 180 410 00011

H20 CREUSE

Your advert here

For all your TV and satellite installations and repairs (Sky TV, Internet etc.) Call Patrice:

06.79.07.91.56

libre.antenne87@gmail.com Fast dependable service Based Séreilhac (87)

For more information on advertising in the Bugle Business Directory, give us a call or send us an email: sales@thebugle.eu

05 55 41 17 76

Food & Drink

siret: 353 613 227 00035

Sat-Elec Formerly Electrosat

UK & French Satellite TV

Dishes & Freesat boxes always in stock Terrestrial digital aerial installations From a single outlet to multi-point systems

TOOWAY BROADBAND Approved Supplier

Wi-Fi, Data Networks, CCTV For sales, service or advice call Mike G on:

05 55 09 15 73

We only use our own qualified staff No call out charge Free quotations All areas covered Quality work from qualified Staff 5 Place de la Republique Sauviat-sur-Vige 87400 siret no 798 364 600 00014

Mandys-curry-2-go Mobile Curry Take Away For menus and venues:

www.mandyscurry2go.com Follow us on facebook e : mandyscurry2go@gmail.com

m : 07 70 39 12 23

Parties 20+ & events catered for siret: 498 199 306 00016

pmcbatiment@yahoo.fr www.pmcbatiment.fr

ROOFING SPECIALISTS

Insurance guarantee on all work. 15 years’ experience.

Y TR

TI-

S MO

ZIN

Home Chef

Based St-Junien. Covering Depts 87-16-24. Siret : 531 655 231 00011

Siret: 534 396 908 00012

Le Plâtrier du Limousin

Traiteur

www.traiteur-limousin.com

Cocktails

thierry-le-costoec@traiteur-limousin.com

Event Catering

La Saunière (23000) 07 71 61 95 49

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ADVERTORIAL

“SolarVenti”- the solar solution to damp and humidity

simple solar energy system that runs on its own, even when you are not there! – And provides a free heat supplement in winter. The Solarventi air panel was invented more than 20 years ago by Hans Jørgen Christensen, from Aidt Miljø, with the backing of the Danish government. He wanted to use the sun’s energy for airing and ventilation of the thousands of holiday homes on the West coast of Jutland, - houses that were left empty and unheated for long periods - houses with damp problems, mould and bad odours - houses that left their owners with discomfort, lots of work and expense. He wanted a system that would be safe, simple, without the need for radiators, water and/ or mains electricity. Slowly but surely, the first Solarventi model came together.

How it works The principle behind Solarventi is simple: a small, built-in, solar cell powers a 12V fan that is connected to an air vent, a control unit and an on/ off switch. Whenever the sun shines, the air in the solar panel is heated and the fan, receiving power from the solar cell, introduces warm, dry air into your home at the rate of 20 to 100 cubic metres per hour. The initial models were more than capable of keeping the cottages dry (and ventilated), even with the limited sunshine hours available in Denmark during the winter season. Since that time, the technology has really come along in leaps and bounds. Now, more than 20 years later, the 3rd and 4th generation Solarventi have exceeded all expectations. In Southern Europe, Solar-

venti is not only used for ventilation/dehumidification purposes; with far more winter sunshine hours, it also provides a substantial heating supplement. Several technical and governmental studies show that incoming air temperature can be increased by as much as 40°C. A DIY Solution? The installation process is very straightforward and should only take two or three hours. All that is needed is a drill, hammer and chisel to make a hole in the wall. Roof installations are also possible. In fact, the Solarventi was originally designed to be a DIY product - in Scandinavia it still is. There are no electrical or water connections and it can be safely left running, even when the property is empty. Solarventi requires no maintenance

- if the property is unoccupied during the hot summer months, then it can be left running at low speeds for ventilation and dehumidification purposes or simply switched off. With a range of panel sizes, and the option for wall or roof mounting, Solarventi is suitable for all types of buildings, caravans or even boats!! Following the patenting of its design in 2001, Solarventi has only recently been actively commercialized. Over the last six years, Solarventi units have been installed in more than 24 countries and demand is increasing rapidly. From Greenland to Australia, Solarventi is finally getting the recognition it deserves. ■ Units start from €630 TTC. Several ex-demonstration models available at reduced prices, call for details.

SOLARVENTI - Available in the Limousin From Harlequin Developments Tel: 05 55 68 67 56 Mobile: 06 06 60 46 97

To advertise in The Bugle Business Directory, call 05 55 41 17 76 26, Ecurat 23150

Atelier d'Art du Jardin Open Sat & Sun - 11h00 to 17h00 Artisan art for your garden.

Cream teas on the terrasse. RDV for weekday visits SVP. Evening meals by reservation. 2km from Chénérailles and the Chateau Villemonteix.

tel: 05 55 81 31 85

email: artdejardin@gmail.com www.atelierdartdujardin.net

Chez Amy's

Restaurant, Salon de Thé, Glacier, Crêperie 17 Rue Grande, 36340 Cluis

Tel: 02.54.31.36.03 Open Tue - Sun from 11am

A warm friendly welcome awaits you at Chez Amy's! Simple, good food at reasonable prices!! Look us up on Tripadvisor or Facebook, "Chez Amy's" Menu du jour 15€ Starter+Main+Dessert+Coffee or Tea Food available all day from our set or à la carte menu. Family friendly private courtyard for the children to play in whilst you relax! Free Wifi Reservations welcome but not essential! Dogs welcome when accompanied by Adults!!

JJ’s Cafe Bar

Time for Tea

Some customer quotes: ‘...more than just a bar’ ‘....a bit like Allo Allo and Cheers!’

49 Rue du Pont de la Gartempe 23240 Le Grand-Bourg

See our Notice Board events listings

email: timefortea@orange.fr

Come and see for yourself - Open all week. 39 Place du Champ de Foire 36140, Aigurande

02 54 06 30 77

www.frenchweb.eu/jjscafebar/ cafebarjj@yahoo.co.uk SIRET: 508 754 314 00013

Try Something Different

Chez Jacques Marsac (23)

• Cosy atmosphere • Speciality Crêpes • Large burger menu • Over 20 whiskeys • Book corner, pool table • Fish & chip night (2nd Fri each month) • Curry nights (by reservation)

05 87 40 02 83 closed Wednesdays

Carraciola Sardo

05 55 80 84 65

English teas, exotic teas, coffee, soft drinks, ice cream Home made cakes, scones, cup cakes, crumpets, tea cakes, malt loaf Daily light lunch: soup, salads, quiche, home baked breads Vegetarian options always available Retro 50's decor and music Outside terrace overlooking the garden Free WiFi On parle français Wednesday to Sunday 12 noon to 18.00 Closed Monday and Tuesday

Petticoat Lane 5 Rue Nationale – 16150 Chabanais

Tel: 05 45 29 03 99 Visit: www.petticoatlaneshop.com E-mail: sales@petticoatlaneshop.com English groceries, Fresh British Beef & Steaks (to order only), Gammon Steak, Bacon, Sausage & Cheddar Cheese. Wide range of frozen items including vegetarian. Traditional English beers, Sherries & Wine. Cards for all occasions. Opening hours: Mon - Sat 10am – 6pm

Italian restaurant in St-Etienne-de-Fursac

Visit us and compare our prices

Le Moulin du Breuil

High quality British & French food at reasonable prices. Menu du Jour €12, Traditional Pub Food, Vegetarian dishes, Childrens & Snack menus also available

Bar/café open: 10am - 2pm, Wed - Sun Restaurant open: 6pm - 10pm, Wed - Sun €10, €12 & €14 menus now available Lunch time specials Regular music and entertainment each month See our web site, or visit us on Facebook for more information:

www.lecreusoisbistro.com

see you soon, Steve and Elena

Le Creusois Bar/Restaurant

Les Genêts, Azerables

05.55.63.90.79 SIREN: 483 988 853

Tel: 05 55 63 86 05

www.carraciola.com

BAR, RESTAURANT, TERRASSE 23140 PIONNAT

05 55 80 37 70 - see pg 10

sales@thebugle.eu 05 55 41 17 76

Sue and Rob Manning

BEEF and LAMB EARL Les Fromentaux

Excellent beef and lamb available from our farm direct to you. All are bred feed and finished here in Vilenne. All the lamb is free range and naturally finished off grass. A box of beef is 14-18 kg at €10.90 per kg

Tel: 02 54 25 34 73

10 Route de Vilenne, 36200 Celon Restaurant AUX CEPES LA veytiZoU, 87130

Tel: 05 55 69 33 38 see main ad - pg 9

Garden Services

T.A.D. 23

(Travaux d'Accès Difficiles)

All aspects of garden maintenance • Tree Surgery • Garden Clearance • Strimming • Pruning

T: 05 55 81 14 51 M: 06 85 78 81 32 siret: 788 438 562 00019

Gardening Services

Grass Cutting Strimming Pruning Hedge Cutting Also other General Jobs, i.e. Painting & Woodworking Contact Joachim

Tel: 05 55 66 54 43 Mob: 06 82 59 38 13 English, French & German spoken

Penstemons and Herbs in France English speaking nursery Order online and visits by appointment welcome See website for details

www.penstemonsandherbs.com Siret No. 490 041 183 00016

Cross Cut Tree Surgeons

for all your tree requirements beverley.pawson@yahoo.co.uk 05.55.60.62.14 / 06.78.38.42.44

see main ad below

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Cross Cut Tree Surgeons

for all your tree requirements 30+ years experience Free quotes and advice We will not be beaten on price or standard of work Reliability guaranteed Fully qualified arborist - Fully insured Covering depts: 87, 23, 86, 36, 19 & 16

beverley.pawson@yahoo.co.uk

05.55.60.62.14 / 06.78.38.42.44

siret: 530 840 958 00017

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The Exchange Rochechouart

SECOND HAND BOOK SHOP. GREAT SELECTION OF GIFTS, CARDS, CANDLES AND HAND-CRAFTED PRODUCTS 500+ DVD's now in stock

Tue 2.30pm - 5pm Thu, Fri 9:15-12 & 2:30-5pm Sat 9 - 12

05 55 78 19 24

www.theexchangerochechouart.com 9 rue Dr Charles Poitevin SIRET 484 479 480 00010

Très Jolie

La Jardinerie St-Léger-Magnazeix 05 55 68 73 76 - see pg 14

Ladies fashion accessories 05 55 78 62 29 / 06 04 08 29 53

Fagg & Fils

'ROUSSIS MAID'

Gardening & Garden Stoneworks Garden, Garage & Barn Clearances Paths, Drives & Patios

Tel: 05 55 67 76 15 Mob: 06 26 89 11 19 Siret: 810 730 630 00011

Sherrie et Steve Jardiniers All general

Gardening

see main ad pg 19

Learning to meditate

Meditation class in Limoges for beginners and advanced participants Each Tue at 7pm at 1, rue des Frères Bonneff, 87100 Limoges First session free of charge, then 4 evenings at a total fee of €35. Working in small groups in a beautiful space. NEW- Class in St-Junien 2nd Mon of every month www.ame-et-corps.com or call Katharina Maiss on:

06.66.24.85.49

debarrasser87

House Clearance Specialists

Tel: 06 86 89 81 02 siret 528 539 448

www.ferraille87.com see main ad - pg 10

Handholding Services

Insurance & Finance

No job too small. Reasonable prices. Contact Steve or Sherrie

M: 06 58 72 03 43 Siret No: 811 161 835 00001

Sophie Arsac

100% French eco-friendly pools www.les-jardins-d-olivier.com 05 55 68 67 21 - see pg 14

French lessons & handholding services

Gifts & Crafts

A HELPING HAND

05.55.89.15.74 - pg 15

Translation/interpretation Dealing with utilities/banks Permis de construire Sourcing/supervising artisans 1-2-1 conversation classes

05 55 62 50 38 Jonathan Critchley jcritch.7@gmail.com siret: 792 285 025 00013

New Premises at 21 Pl. Charles de Gaulle, Le Dorat

Mon Chic Cottage Home Decor & Gifts

Houses on Internet www.housesoninternet.com

05.55.65.12.19

See our Display Ad - pg 3

TONY FARRELL INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL ADVISOR

The Spectrum IFA Group with over 20 years' experience advising expatriates throughout Europe on all aspects of financial planning. Represented in Creuse by Tony Farrell:

Tel: 05 55 89 57 94 Mob: 06 15 28 54 82

Email: tony.farrell@spectrum-ifa.com TSG Insurance Services S.A.R.L. Siège Social: 34 Bd des Italiens, 75009 PARIS "Société de Courtage d'assurances" R.C.S. Paris B 447 609 108 (2003B04384) Numéro d'immatriculation 07 025 332 - www.orias.fr SIRET No.: 500 064 183 00014

Health & Beauty

www.limousin-bilingual.com

Easyfrench

ALBION BUILDING SURVEYORS

FREE(*under FRENCH LESSONS certain conditions) Training institution in partnership with the State. Lessons in either of our premises or at your home. 12 rue Thiers, 87300 Bellac ... or 11 ave Cruveilhier, 87130 Châteauneuf-la-Forêt

06 75 56 99 06

Contact Jay:

05 87 77 95 59

www.monchiccottage.com info@monchiccottage.com Ivan Petley

3D Puzzle Maker Handmade, fully interlocking, multi-layered 3D puzzles from just €9. Keyrings €2 plus other unique gift ideas. Customisation and personalisation possible. Come and visit the workshop by appointment.

Tel: 05.55.80.29.88 Les Bregères, 23150 St-Martial-le-Mont alison.petley@wanadoo.fr

Bilingual Estate Agent in Creuse

05 55 54 95 85 - see pg 9

RICS Chartered Surveyor

35+ years experience, fully insured - pre-purchase house surveys - digital floor plans - project monitoring

www.surveys-in-france.org

easyfrench87@orange.fr www.easyfrench.fr

Tel: 06 02 27 45 60

Ecole de Langue

Leggett Immobilier

All your language needs under one roof!

see main ad - pg 2

Agence Marche Limousin

02 54 31 12 55

Bilingual Estate Agency www.ieafrance.com

www.ecole-de-langue.net Centre de formation

E.N.G.L.I.S.H. today

www.leggettfrance.com

05 53 56 62 54

see main ad - pg 4

Retail & Commerce

English & French Language School

www.english-today.fr 21, cours Bugeaud, 87000 Limoges

Tel: 05 55 77 53 35 Email: contact@english-today.fr

Spas Pest Control Limousin Alongside the amazing "Rotospa" spa range, we are now able to supply the "Durasport" & "Strong Spas" ranges of quality spas.

Enjoy tea & scones in our NEW Cottage Kitchen from 14 August Official Stockist & Workshop for Chalk Paint™ by Annie Sloan & Neal’s Yard Remedies Organic Now stocking Annie Sloan Wall Paint and Stencils

Open Tue-Fri, 10h00 -17h00

Cendrillon - Bourganeuf

French lessons & handholding services

86, Rue Nationale, 36400 La Châtre

E: sherrieetstevejardiniers@gmail.com

Property Sales

Language Services

05.55.89.15.74 - pg 15

Undertaken

Les Jardins d'Olivier

www.hifx.co.uk

Sophie Arsac

Quality product at affordable prices. Customized, if required, especially for you. Available blank or with either English or French greetings. VISIT ME AT THE FOLLOWING MARKETS: PIEGUT (Wed), BRANTOME (Fri) AIGRE, CHASSENEUIL & CONFOLENS (Monthly) Send an email to sign up to the newsletter

International money transfer

House Clearance

APRONS HAND-CRAFTED CARDS FOR ALL OCCASIONS

Email: ellinghamroam764@yahoo.com

HiFX

All our spas are manufactured to the highest standards & have full manufacturers warranty. These spas have relatively low power requirements & are very economical.

AMMARA

Central France Pest Control

Call Alex, your English nail technician now Gel nails starting from €40 a set

Tel: 06 22 93 14 57 ammara.onglerie@gmail.com siret: en cours

La Petite Place Hair salon, Le Dorat

05.55.60.87.37

See our Display Ad - pg 9

Blevins Franks International tax and wealth management advisers

www.blevinsfranks.com

Dératisation, Déinsectisation, Désinfection

02 48 60 83 72 / 06 74 33 02 38 www.applicateur3d.com

Prices start from €3,750. Models seat 2 to 7 people. For more information on our range check out our website:

www.limousin-spas.com or telephone: 05 55 63 26 20 Numéro Siret: 752 157 610 00011

Eco Entrepot Get down The Shed

87230 Bussière-Poitevine

See our main ad - pg 12

Email: info@applicateur3d.com

Please mention The Bugle when responding to adverts

rats, mice, moles, flies, woodworm, bed bugs, fleas, wasps, hornets

Moulin de Tintin

La Petite Barre, 18210 Bessais Le Fromental

www.moulin-de-tintin.com 05.55.79.57.60 - see pg 3

Curative and preventative

SIRET No. 498 544 741 00024

05.55.68.74.73 - see pg 4

Furniture, interiors & gifts

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ADVERTORIAL

Advertising with The Bugle Satellite broadband solutions

ith 5 years’ experience delivering print advertising to an expat market, The Bugle represents one of the most cost-effective ways to let English speakers know about your business. An advert with The Bugle starts from just €11.20 HT per month – that’s less than 37 cents a day to put your business in front of 30,000 people each month. In the Limousin we have more than 300 distribution points across the region and surrounding areas where readers can pick up a copy for free. We also distribute 3,500 copies through Limoges Airport, which means that we are in the perfect position to target not only residents and secondhome owners, but also tourists and those new to the region. The Bugle is the only English language newspaper dedicated to the Limousin - in fact, today, The Bugle is the only free English language newspaper in France and we are growing all the time. If you would like to discuss any of our advertising options further, why not give us a call today to find out more about the ways that we can help you grow your business.

T: 05 55 41 17 76 E: sales@thebugle.eu W: www.thebugle.eu

French Lily

Kitchens & Interiors 05 55 80 92 91 - see pg 7

Stove Sellers www.stovesellers.com 05.55.63.78.72

See our Display Ad - pg 6

Chez Amanda Depot Vente des Vêtements Dress agency and gallery, specialising in designer and high quality pre-owned clothes for women and children, together with accessories, footwear, jewellery, gift items, and hand made furniture. 8 rue Principale, St Mathieu, 87440

Email: soieetbois@gmail.com Web: www.soiebois.net Tel: 05.55 48.28.89 SIRET: 510 995 681 00010

FABRICA

Everhot stoves supplied & installed across France

www.fabricadesign.com - see pg 2

Transport, Removals & Storage

• Man with a van service • Friendly, Mature Service, Ex-Police • Living in Limousin, specialising in moves between UK and France • Competitive Rates • Fully Insured Please call Mick for further info

UK: 0871 218 6425 FR: 05 55 71 73 87

W: www.milenlighthaulage.co.uk E: info@milenlighthaulage.co.uk

ToftyTransport LWB HITOP TRANSIT 10m3

Easy Parking & Storage Secure indoor/outdoor parking and storage facilities. Based in St-Junien, just 20 mins from Limoges. Competitive rates. Park, drop off and pick up service to Limoges airport.

Mob: 06 40 19 07 36 Tel: 09 86 27 14 14 Email: info@easy-park-storage.com Web: www.easy-park-storage.com

MICHAELS MOVERS Removals

UK ↔ France ↔ UK Full & Part loads All size of vehicles, from Man & Van through to 18 tonne truck Storage facilities in Sussex UK free phone:

0800 840 3058 Mob: +44 (0)7808 338 386 www.michaelsmovers.freeindex.co.uk

Buggs Car Hire Bergerac & Limoges Airports

www.buggscarhire.com see pg 8

+ BOX TRAILER 4.5m3 + CAR TRANSPORTER TRAILER FOR CARS, TRACTORS, MINI DIGGERS, DUMPERS, CARAVANS, BOATS UP TO 5 MTRS

Transition Removals

LOCAL OR LONG DISTANCE

www.transitionremovals.com

SPAIN/PORTUGAL/HOLLAND/GERMANY/UK

email: tofty55@hotmail.com

tel Steve: 05 55 64 83 58 mob: 07 80 38 56 63 Bourganeuf (23400) siret 518 323 357 00013

Man & Van Transport

E.P.S.

atellite Broadband has seen some changes this last month. TOOWAY has reached saturation for domestic customers in the beam covering central France and the service has been restricted for new customers for the foreseeable future. This leaves SES as the main operator. Our most popular package is the SES L package with 10GB a month allowance for only €29.95. We offer DIY or our own installation service using our own staff. CCTV - We can offer a wide range of equipment from Quality DIY to full HD IP based systems. We have spent some time researching the transmission of CCTV pictures over Satellite BB and can now offer a reliable service. Wi–Fi - We see many questions about coverage on the forums with answers like:- open the doors, put it in the window. We can design and supply systems with total coverage of your house,

Genuine/Reliable/Honest Local + Europe + UK runs Now also available for House/Barn clearances! 14m3 capacity 4.2m load length French Spoken

05 55 33 21 59 87150 Oradour-sur-Vayres

www.frenchvanman.eu Siret 530 213 644 00012

LCS 23 Autos

European Vehicle Transport Visit: www.lcs23.com or see our ad - pg 17

(+33) 05 55 34 19 46 see main ad - pg 10

DSD Removals & Storage

no matter how large. For example, if you have Gîtes we can create networks to limit your guests' bandwidth consumption (ideal for Satellite), whilst giving you the full bandwidth. UK TV - There have been many changes recently, luckily most haven’t effected our area. However, if you are using an old

The two Mikes are happy to prepare a custom package for you on all or any of the above. Call Mike G: 05 55 09 15 73 - 06 38 16 01 61 or Mike T: 03 66 88 06 29 or email: info@sat-elec.co.uk

The Man With A Van

Affordable Moves Europewide 18m3 Van / 4.5m load length 29m3 available on request Full loads/ part loads/ single items Regular UK runs.

www.themanwithavan.info vanrouge@mail.com

(+33) 07.61.21.85.15 Siret : 532 526 001 00013

sales@thebugle.eu 05 55 41 17 76

Your advert here

Tel: 09 81 32 42 37 see main ad pg 7

Help at home We can help look after your house, garden and animals and even clean your house. One off or regular service. For more information call:

07 81 31 45 47

Cash paid for scrap All Limousin covered Anything considered Any quantity

General

BABY/INFANT EQUIPMENT FOR HIRE

siret 532 981 198 00015

To raise funds for the SPA dog rescue centre in Guéret. High chair, buggy, travel cot (plus mattress/bedding), changing mat, etc. Each item will incur a hire charge of 10 euros, plus a refundable 10 euros deposit. For more INFO or to HIRE Call Vanessa: 05 55 64 32 08 or email: eq6763@gmail.com

+44 (0)1274 724 545

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Abris Bois LV - Your timber building specialists Abris Bois LV are pleased and excited to present a superb selection of cabins that are both exceptional and affordable. Insulated Micro Cabins They have been designed as perfect Studio accommodation, with all the necessary mod cons and no compromise on the quality of craftsmanship that you would normally expect from any of the larger cabins. There are a number of different applications and uses for the Micro Cabins.

Micro Cabin A perfect mini “Granny Flat” in your garden, where you can have the best of both worlds meaning you can continue to have the privacy of your own home and your relative can enjoy independence at arms length. Here is the perfect opportunity for your growing offspring to really get to grips with “leaving the nest” for the very first time. Young son or daughter can live their own lives and take upon themselves complete independence and responsibility as a “rehearsal” prior to perhaps renting or purchasing a property of their own at a later stage. If you happen to have a member of the family who works late shift-work, they will need to have their uninterrupted sleep during the day. With much happening in a busy household, it can be very difficult to keep quiet simply because your shift-worker is trying to catch up with that all-important sleep in the next room. With a Micro Cabin you have a Customised Shift Worker’s Studio. A perfect night’s sleep – no interruptions and the family can enjoy the jollities of the day without restriction. On the commercial front, if you happen to be an Hotelier or the owner of a Guest House, the Micro Cabin could provide you with that additional bed & breakfast income for those who are normally after a single room. Single rooms are always at a premium and business is often lost because of insufficient availability of single rooms. The Micro cabin provides a complete

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Grill Cabin - inside There is a convenient wood or charcoal-fired grill with a table around it inside the cabin. Also one adjustable cooking platform and two special platforms for a kettle, frying pan, etc., can be found. Above the grill there is an adjustable chimney. These cabins are also available as a sauna cabin. The interior is arranged for comfortable and safe bathing in the sauna. Inside you can find two-tier wide sauna benches along three walls, an electric or a wood-fired heater in the center and a protective fence installed near to the heater. Finally, the cabin is lockable and there is a small porch with a roof at the entrance. From €4,900. Sauna Barrels Original, functional and high quality, the Sauna Barrel is perfect for a garden or a backyard. It both decorates the environment and provides bathing pleasures. Also, regular use of a sauna has obvious health benefits. The diameter of the Sauna Barrel can be chosen from 1.90 m and 2.20 m, and it has 3 or 4 m long walls, thus it takes up little space and is ideal for small gardens or backyards.

Sauna POD The Sauna POD is a beautiful solution for the garden with its "soft edges". It looks nice and is different from the popular Sauna Cabins or Sauna Barrels. It can also be built next to the Camping POD and make your camping place look smooth and cozy. The Sauna POD is divided into two zones: a relaxing room and a sauna room. In the relaxing room you can not only cool down after bathing, but also store things and get changed.

Camping POD The Camping POD has a small entrance and two rooms inside: a 2 m length sleeping room with a wooden bed of size 1600 x 1990 mm (which can be transformed into a sofa) and a 2 m long sitting room with 2 poufs (they are empty inside to store your things), one table and a bench; weight is 1600 kg.

Sauna POD - inside The Sauna POD is made from spruce wood. Upon request, we can install a wood-fired furnace or an electric heater in the sauna. The thickness of the Sauna POD walls is 38 mm; the thickness of the solid wood flooring is 28 mm. The roof is covered with bitumen shingles of selected colour: black, red or green. The Sauna POD is 4 m long and 2.4 m wide. Overall height including the roof is 2.6 m. From €5,900. ■

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Grill Cabin High-quality materials ensure the longevity of a grill house and easy use. Cabin walls are made of rounded spruce boards. The roof is made of six elements and covered with bitumen shingles (different colors can be selected). The cabin has three double glazed windows, one of which opens. Besides that, doors are decorated with an original hexagonal window. There are five benches in the cabin; two of these benches easily transform into holding benches: just turn over

Sauna Barrel The Sauna Barrel can be made of spruce or thermo wood. Upon request, we can install a wood-fired furnace or an electric heater in the Sauna Barrel. The thickness of the Sauna Barrel's walls is 38 mm; the thickness of the solid wood flooring is 18 mm. The roof of the sauna can be made of bitumen shingles (black, red or green) or wooden shingles. The

Camping POD - inside The Camping POD is made from spruce and the thickness of the walls is 38 mm; the thickness of the solid wood flooring is 28 mm. The Camping POD is 2.4 m wide and 2.6 m high. The roof is covered with bitumen shingles of selected colour: black, red or green. From €4,900.

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Confolens English Market 4th Saturday of the month until October

Next Date: August 29th

** Please Note: this month's market is actually on the 5th Saturday ** with a range of traders from the English speaking community. Open 9h-12h30 inside the main market hall in the centre of town. More traders are always welcome, please contact: mark.austin@orange.fr

Le Moulin du Breuil Restaurant, Bar, Terrasse

23140 PIONNAT

Saturday August 15th Come and join us at our "Famous Hog Roast". Music with B Boog and the Woogs who will entertain you and your friends. 19h00 until late! Excellent value - only €17.50 Please reserve early to avoid disappointment Throughout the summer, we are open Mon-Fri for menu du jour... and don’t forget our special Sunday menu - 4 courses for €19.50 Join us on facebook: www.facebook.com/lemoulindubreuil and follow us on twitter: @lmdb_pionnat

Tel: 05 55 80 37 70 Mail: info@lemoulindubreuil.com Web: www.lemoulindubreuil.com

Carraciola Sardo

Italian restaurant in St-Etienne-de-Fursac

Fri 28th August - 7.30pm until late Here we have it folks... for all you country and western line dancing fans out there, the band we have all been waiting for. Foot tapping, heel clicking, hand clapping, boot stomping, fantastic, established American country and western 3 piece band THE OLD MULES playing banjo, violin and guitar. This promises to be a night to remember, that will entertain all the family, so polish your boots, dust off your straw hat, patch up your denims and practice your line dancing skills and book your place NOW!

BE THERE OR BE SQUARE !! www.carraciola.com Tel: 05 55 63 86 05 ristorante@carraciola.com See our web site or find us on Facebook for more info

A budgie was found in Cussac gym on Wednesday 8th July. It is currently being looked after by a member. If you know whose budgie this might be please contact Christine at ellinghamroam764@yahoo.com

** NOW OPEN **

Les Cerisiers

(The Cherry Trees) Open Wed - Sun, 11h30 - 18h Lunches/Afternoon teas, cakes, etc. Food served all day during opening hours Brocante/Bric a Brac 33 rte Nationale, 36300 Ciron (nr Le Blanc)

09 53 15 09 70

Très Jolie

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Fashion Accessories Where to find me this month:

Every Wednesday - Piégut Market Items arriving daily, please see my facebook page 'Tres Jolie Milhaguet' to see what's new. Mail order available, email for more details. Most items now stocked at the 'Coeur et Etoile', St-Mathieu

05 55 78 62 29 / 06 04 08 29 53 tres.jolie1@orange.fr

Roussis Maid

Find us at the following weekly markets: Piégut and Brantôme and at the following markets: Aigre - 1st August Confolens - 29th August Still selling cards and aprons made by ourselves. All enquires can be made via e-mail to: ellinghamroam764@yahoo.com

Pool/Darts Teams We are looking for pool/darts players, with an aim to holding a tournament culminating with a trophy presentation and buffet. The tournament would be open to men and women of all ages. Contact Steve & Elena for more information: www.carraciola.com Tel: 05 55 63 86 05 ristorante@carraciola.com

Mon Chic Cottage

NEW Premises at 21 Place Charles de Gaulle, Le Dorat Home Decor & Gifts Tea, coffee & home-made scones / cakes Official Stockist & Workshop for Chalk Paint™ by Annie Sloan & Neal’s Yard Remedies Organic Decorative Paint Workshops To learn the basis of using Chalk Paint™ & ask questions, join us on a workshop. All materials included. To book contact Jay. Opening hours: Tue-Fri, 10h00-17h00. Workshops on Mon by appointment only.

05 87 77 95 59

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JJ’s Café Bar Aigurande Music Club

Next event: 8th August, 8.30pm Mild chicken mint and coriander Korma - €8 pp (by pre-order before 7th August) JJ's Music Club is for music lovers and is now a members only club with FREE MEMBERSHIP. This is to safeguard the respect of musicians and those who appreciate music. The first visit is open to non-members. It is easy to become a member, you just need to sign the membership form to agree to respect and adhere to the conditions of membership which will be explained on your first visit.

JJ's Cafe Bar, 39 Place du Champ de Foire, 36140 Aigurande

Tel: 02 54 06 30 77

Email: cafebarjj@yahoo.co.uk

Petticoat Lane

This month we will be at the following markets: Saturday 1st August - Aigre Sunday 2nd & 23rd August – Panazol

sales@petticoatlaneshop.com http://www.petticoatlaneshop.com/ 5 Rue Nationale – 16150 Chabanais

Tel: 05 45 29 03 99

LCS23 Autos

We are now making weekly runs to and from the UK with our LWB van, car trailer and car transporter. If you need anything transporting, from cars, vans, motorbikes and tractors through to household items and DIY goods, get in touch for more information.

www.lcs23.com

05 55 80 34 52 / 06 23 29 24 70

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This elegant steel sheet looks great on new buildings and blends beautifully into older, culturally sensitive areas. It has many advantages: light in weight, fast and simple to fit. It comes in a range of colours for a roof that will be solid, attractive and long-lasting.

AbrisBois LV - ZA Sirvenon, 87190 Magnac-Laval

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Mandys-curry-2-go www.mandyscurry2go.com Dates for August Gouzon, Chilled orders only! 3.30pm, (place de l'Eglise) - Wednesday 5th Boussac, (place de l'Hôtel de Ville) - Wednesday 5th Aubusson, (place Maurice Dayras) - Thursday 6th Le Grand-Bourg, (place du marché) - Friday 7th (5.45pm-7.30pm only) Marsac, (Chez Jacques) - Friday 7th (from 8.15pm) Bourganeuf, (place Martin Nadaud) - Wednesday 12th Peyrat-le-Château, (place du Champ de Foire) - Thursday 13th Noth, (Camping de la Cazine) - Saturday 1st, 8th, 15th & 22nd Dun-le-Palestel, (place du Champ de Foire) - Thursday 20th Sardent, (Auberge du lac, Masmangeas) - Friday 21st

Tel: 07 70 39 12 23

Email: mandyscurry2go@gmail.com

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CLUBS, CHARITIES & ASSOCIATIONS Charities Phoenix Association Phoenix Association is a registered charity that has existed since 2001 to deal with the sad plight of the ever-increasing number of abused and abandoned animals in France. Phoenix does not have a 'rescue centre' as such. Sadly, many of the animals it saves have only ever known confinement and isolation, so instead, the animals are placed in foster homes all over SouthWest France while they wait for their loving and permanent forever homes. This gives Phoenix a better chance of assessing the animal in the normality and comfort of a home which leads to the virtually 100% successful adoption rate. Phoenix is not state funded and so relies on fund-raising and donations to cover the very high re-homing and veterinary costs. Phoenix is formed of a committed but fun and positive team of volunteers, and is always on the lookout for more, so if you are interested in adopting an animal, foster caring or becoming a Member, please visit the Contact page of the website at www. phoenixasso.com and www.facebook. com/PhoenixAssociationFrance Church Notices Anglican Holy Communion Services are now being conducted by Rev Robert Leone at 2:30 pm on the 1st Sunday of each month at the French Protestant Church, Place du Temple, Thiat (87) near Le Dorat (87) and Montmorillon (86) until the Anglican church is ready for use. For more information email: revrobertleone@gmail.com Monthly Worship in English If your journey of life has brought you here to France, why neglect your journey of faith? We look forward to giving a warm welcome to everyone from whatever Christian tradition (or none) on the 3rd SUNDAY of the MONTH at 3pm. Where? At the Temple in Thiat (in the north of the Haute-Vienne) – we are part of the Parish of the Basse-Marche of the Eglise Protestante Unie de France. The Temple is on the main road close to the Mairie. After worship there is tea/coffee and cake – and a chance to chat. If you want to know more contact Rev Derek Lawson on 05 55 68 53 03 or Rev Stephen Sawyer on 05 49 84 33 86. English-speaking church services Guéret Come as you are... This is an invitation to join us at our CHURCH SERVICE IN ENGLISH. Whether you have a faith or would just like to attend a church service you are welcome at 3pm on the 2nd Sunday of each month at the Eglise Evangélique, 9b Place Bonnyaud, Guéret, 23000. We welcome all who want to join a group of English-speaking Christians for a time of worship and learning together. Children are very welcome. For more details contact Jim & Pat Scott on 05 55 67 54 78 / email scott.james@neuf.fr or Ian & Becky Jefferies on 05 55 61 10 23 / email mail@otiumsanctus.com Christians together in Limousin La Souterraine Area We hold a time of fellowship and Bible study every Tuesday afternoon. Barbara and Cedric look forward to welcoming you. Tel: 05 55 71 09 04 The International Free Church in Creuse The church presently meets at 10, La Chaudronnière, a small hamlet mid-way between Crozant and Eguzon. Sunday worship meetings are held on the first and third Sundays of the month at

10.30am. Fellowship meetings, for midweek prayer, bible study and discussion are at the same venue every Thursday at 7.30pm. For further information contact Eric Sutton tel 05 55 89 26 62 Fitness & Fun Keepfit (Bonjour La Forme) Held at Saint-Sulpice-les-Champs in the Salle Polyvalente: Mon evening at 19.4520.45 for cardiac and muscle exercises; Thurs afternoon at 15.00-16.00 for gentle exersises. All are welcome to join us. Contact Jeanette 09 62 58 49 03 (Eng) or Catherine 05 55 66 67 30 (Fr) for more info. PENSOL Indoor Carpet Bowls We meet on Wednesdays at 2.30pm5.00pm. Come along for a fun afternoon, a warm welcome in a warm hall, refreshments and equipment provided. Ladies and Gents welcome. The venue is the salle polyvalente at PENSOL 87440 on the D67 between Marval and Dournazac, clearly indicated from the village, or from Piégut-Pluviers take the D91. Come and have a free trial, with our slightly smaller Bowls and 33` carpet. NO heavy lifting. Established club and club Leader. Registered and insured. Please phone Hilary for any enquiries on 09 72 23 13 20 or r.h.brayshaw@gmx.com Tai Chi, Pakua & Qigong Tai Chi, Pakua & Qigong classes organised by the ACAMIES (association culturelle d'arts martiaux internes et d'exercices de santé). Wed: Jarnages, 18h30-20h, Salle Polyvalente. Thu: Bétête, 19h-20h30, Domaine de Tournessac. Individual classes, courses, massage & treatments also available. Contact: 06 48 00 02 07 http://acamies.e-monsite.com Keep Fit Amazing abs, breathtaking buttocks! Come and join our group at the CAPE in Pontarion. We are all ages, all sizes, men & women, but are serious about keeping fit. Our “monitrice” is English and will happily provide bilingual instructions. We meet every Thursday at 8p.m. in Pontarion Town Hall, for a one-hour workout. Come for a free trial, or call 05 55 64 98 87 or 06 32 42 95 68 for more details. Indoor Bowling at Oradour-sur-Vayres If you already play or have never tried indoor bowling then come along to a meeting. It's great fun and easy to play. If you have never played it before we will show you how. We meet every Monday evening starting at 18.30 hrs at La Chapelle, avenue des Chapelles, 87150 Oradour-sur-Vayres. Come and try it - it's free. If you require further information or directions to our venue please contact me - Email: Oradour-Bowling@gmx.com or telephone: 05 55 08 41 75 Zumba! Regular zumba classes across depts 36, 18 & northern 23. For more info tel 06 58 37 17 04 - email evezumba36@gmail. com and for details of classes visit www. zumbazumba.fr Indoor Short-mat Bowling at Cussac 87150....and now Outdoor too! As the premier bowls club in the HauteVienne, we are going from strength to strength with members seeking us out and travelling great distances to continue their love of bowls or simply to 'try us out'. Our reputation as a "very friendly and welcoming club" goes before us. If you've never tried the game, just come along and take a look; there is far more to it than first appears! We are a formally registered association within the French system and benefit from assistance from our local commune by use of a wonderful indoor venue. AND

Castaways Drama Panto Aladdin, directed by Jan Pitwell Set to be performed in La Souterraine during Feb 2016 (dates to be arranged). Castaways will be reading on Monday 21st September 18h45 to start at 19h & Auditions are to be held on Thursday 24th September, 18h45 to start at 19h at L'Ancienne Mairie, La Souterraine Everyone welcome – all ages, all nationalities, men, women and children. Don't be shy, just come along and meet this crazy lot and just join in with all the fun!! For further information contact Jan Pitwell on 09 66 96 44 85.

NOW...the use of a synthetic outdoor court where Flat-green, Crown and Short-mat can be played. Just imagine the summer evenings with a drink in your hand, watching fellow bowlers enjoying the quiet of village, interrupted only by the 'click' or 'tunk' of bowl against bowl! Our regular sessions indoors are Wednesday evening at 8pm and Thursday Mornings at 10am. Outdoor sessions will be arranged as the spring arrives so keep in touch. Serious bowlers and beginners are welcome - club bowls are available for use. For further information contact cussacbowls-club@live.co.uk or telephone 05 45 29 05 73. Association Equilibre, le mouvement du corps Yoga for all levels: Tue 18:30 Aubusson, Pied au plancher (Espace Philips); Wed 18:30 Vallière, salle polyvalante. Pregnancy/Post Natal: Tue 17:00 Aubusson, Pied au Plancher (Espace Philips) For further information tel 06 83 24 62 72 or visit www.spaequilibre. yolasite.com Chinese Gym & Karate Mondays & Thursdays 19h30-21h at the DOJO, Allée Jean-Marie Couturier, Aubusson. Warm and friendly atmosphere. For more info tel 06 08 92 30 53 Tai Chi at Boussac and La Châtre Tai Chi classes in Boussac (Tue 18.15 - 19.45) and La Châtre (Thu 18.15 19.45). The first two lessons are free, the subscriptions are 36 euros per month and members can go to both venues having paid this fee. The style is that of Yang. All ages and abilities welcome, but folk must bear in mind that they will be on their feet, doing the equivalent of what one might classify as light exercise, for about an hour and a half. For more information contact 05 55 65 08 20. Gym Bien-être Would you like to be more supple? Come to our gym class on Thursday mornings from 10.30am to 11.30am, where we do gentle exercises to help all our muscles and joints. The classes are held in Rochechouart in the Capitole building, upstairs. Our group is part of a National Federation of Gymnastics. For information contact Pauline at pauline. maskell@sfr.fr Learn to Meditate Learn to meditate and meet other likeminded people. Simple mindfulness technique. Dechen Choling, Le Mas Marvent, St-Yrieix-sous-Aixe, 87700. Also, ongoing regular group meetings and events. Contact tel Christina 05 55 03 82 01 www.dechencholing.org Gardening Les petits jardiniers du Limousin http://jardiniers-du-limousin.webs.com Do you have a love of gardening and a desire to learn more about growing plants, flowers, fruit, vegetables and trees in this region? If you do, then come and join our friendly group to meet like-minded people. With a different topic or visit each month there's something for everyone. We meet on the third Thursday of each month (excluding February) in the Mairie at St-Amand-le-Petit (between Eymoutiers and Peyrat-le-Château). Meetings start at 2.30pm and everyone is made very welcome. For more information contact Carolyn at carolyn@cnlees.eu or Gerda at g_hoogenboom@yahoo.ca Agenda for 2015: 20 Aug Summer lunch at the home of Carolyn Lees; 6 Sep (SUN) 3rd Annual Show at St-Amand-le-Petit; 15 Oct AGM followed by 'Preparing the garden for winter'; 19 Nov Slide show presentation by Michel Peyrat; 17 Dec Gardeners' Question Time and Christmas Party. All meetings (unless stated otherwise) are held on the third Thursday of the month. Meetings start at 2.30pm and are held in the Mairie, St-Amand-le-Petit. Starting times and venues of visits tba. Club Liseron – Gardening Club Meets on the 2nd Mon evening of the month at 19.30 at the Salle des Fêtes in Massignac. We're a mixed bunch of English & French, who are united by a passion for gardens and gardening, sharing plants, seeds and information. This year the President is Véronique Granet and the Vice President is Michelle Pierce. For further information contact Michelle on 05 45 89 36 54 / unjardinenfrance@gmail.com Aux Plantes, etc. We are an association of independent, ethically-minded and passionate plant

DO YOU NEED TO BRUSH UP YOUR FRENCH? Living in France is great, but how much more rich an experience if we could communicate in French easily and without hestitation.

Help is at hand in St-Yrieix-la-Perche (87) where the association Familles Rurales 2 has an honorable history of organising weekly courses in French for foreigners (mainly English and Dutch) living in the area. They are held at five different levels, all with the same native French teacher, so it is easy to move from one class to another if you feel out of place. The course content is conceived according to level, with its appropriate mix of conversation, grammar, etc. All courses are held in Familles Rurales' premises at 1 rue de la Piscine (former swimming pool), 87500 St-Yrieix-la-Perche on the following days: Level 1 (beginners) - Mondays 10h30-12h starting August 31st Level 2 - Thursdays 10h30-12h starting September 3rd Level 3 - Tuesdays 10h30-12h starting September 1st Level 4 - Saturdays 10h-12h starting September 5th Level 5 (top) - Wednesdays 14h30-16h30 starting September 2nd The association's HQ tel 05 55 09 30 86, or Mark GRIEVES (English-speaking president) tel 06 76 64 89 94 will be pleased to answer any questions you may have. producers. Our aim is to encourage consumers to know more about the plants they buy, how they were produced and their needs, thereby avoiding the disappointments that so often come with mass produced plants. It’s not just about us selling you plants - we want them to thrive and do well for you! Current members include plantspeople specialising in unusual shrubs & trees, butterfly plants, heritage vegetables and flowers, irises, perennials and droughttolerant plants. For more info contact Michelle Pierce 05 45 89 36 54 or visit: www.auxplantesetc.jimdo.com Les Jardins de Sirius Based in Pressignac, Charente, we are a small association of people who are keen on gardening. As well as finding plants an endless source of interest, we believe that the simple fact of gardening has numerous positive benefits for health, stress, social interaction - in other words, our daily lives - and we’d like to encourage this aspect. We run flower workshops on the first Saturday afternoon of the month. If you’d like to get involved, have more info on the association or become a member, please contact Michelle Pierce on 05 45 89 36 54 or at unjardinenfrance@gmail. com Integration French Conversation Group at Les Billanges (87340) We are a small group who meet fortnightly for an hour and a half on a Tuesday evening in Les Billanges, 87340, close to the Creuse/Haute-Vienne border. We are accompanied by a retired French schoolteacher and a current French teacher of English. Discussion is informal, loosely based on everyday topics, including some grammar plus general discussion. We need a few more people to help keep it vibrant and to cater for inevitable absences. The only cost is 16€ a year membership of the local Association, which brings with it other social opportunities. At present we are on a summer break but will recommence sometime in September. To find out more please contact Peter Metcalfe at petergmet@gmail.com Familles Rurales in Peyrat-le-Château Association Familles Rurales now offer assistance in English and Dutch to all non-French speaking people (British, Dutch, German, etc.) concerning all kinds of administrative steps. The service is available in Peyrat-le-Château and surrounding communes. We will try to

provide information and help you find your way in social and administrative matters. We will also do our best to help you with practical matters such as language problems, payment of bills, hiring workmen, etc. Find Heleen TichlerBotermans at the AFR office in Peyrat-leChâteau on Mondays from 9 am to 12 pm and Wednesdays from 9 am to 1 pm. You are welcome to drop in or make an appointment. www.famillesrurales.org/peyrat-lechateau E-mail: familles-rurales.infopeyrat@ orange.fr Telephone: 06 41 20 06 83 Office address: 19 avenue de la Tour, 87470 Peyrat-le-Château International Apero Reseau We are a group of French and English people who meet each Saturday from 11.30am-1pm at Les Picards Restaurant (formerly Bailey’s), 5 rue de l’Abreuvoir, Aubusson. These meetings offer the opportunity to: exchange views - make new friends - share experiences - have fun together - help and advise one another - help intergrate newcomers. Discussions in English (all nationalities welcome). For more information please contact Catherine 06 86 17 80 88, Francois 07 86 29 97 98, Olivia 05 55 83 30 82 or jan. senior@yahoo.co.uk. English and French spoken. Learning Together – Apprenons Ensemble We are a friendly club based in Rochechouart and our aim is to promote good relations amongst the local French-speaking and English-speaking community. We offer courses of tuition in English and French as well as organising social and cultural events including visits to places of interest. For further information please visit our website www.learningtogether.moonfruit. com, email us at learningtogether87@ gmail.com or telephone our President Sue Ratcliffe on 05 45 31 50 86. We look forward to hearing from you. The Melting Pot Members of the Ambassador's Club of the Welcome en Limousin Association. We are a group of around 70 members, both French and British, who meet with the aim of sharing things and trying to integrate with the French community. We meet every week at the Ancienne Ecole in Darnac, on a Wednesday morning from 10am - 12noon, except for the first Wednesday, when we meet in the evening at 8pm. We hold information meetings,

Indoor bowls at Eyzerac Dordogne Short Mat Bowls Association is a small, friendly, indoor short mat bowling club which plays weekly at the Complex Sportif in Eyzerac near Thiviers and we are looking for new members to join us on Thursdays. At present, during the summer months we play in the mornings starting at 10 o'clock but usually the matches start at 2 pm. It is not necessary to know how to play the game as team members are more than willing to show newcomers. For more details and contact information visit http://dsmba.dessoft.com

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plant swaps, BBQ's, games nights, visits and have guest speakers about topics relevant to living in France. Contact: www.meltingpot-limousin.com Charente Limousine Exchange The Charente-Limousine-Exchange (CLE), founded in 2003, aims to improve the provision of French language courses and to share experiences and skills among members who live in Charente, Vienne and HauteVienne. CLE provides information to members living and/or working in France and works with local communities and organisations to tackle practical issues through forums and workshops, as well as organising a wide range of cultural and social events throughout the year. The recent launch of English lessons has been well attended by Confolentais. If you would like to know more about this group of volunteers, please look on our new website www.charente-limousine-exchange.com or contact the Chairman, Barry Leech, on 06 35 96 77 46. Libraries & Books Sale of Second-hand Books, La Croisillesur-Briance On the 18th of every month, during the monthly market at La Croisille-sur-Briance (87130), there is a sale of second-hand books (both English and French) from 9am to 12 noon, at the former restaurant in La Place, opposite the bar/tabac. All proceeds go towards the local school funds (for La Croisille-sur-Briance and St-Méard RPI). La Souterraine English Library and Information Centre Located in the historic Porte de Puy Charraud, at 10 rue de Portail, La Souterraine, we are a lively, well-stocked English language library with almost 10,000 books and media available to borrow. We have an attractive cafe which serves tea, coffee and a range of home-made cakes. There is also a regularly changing display of works by local artists and an interesting brocante area on the ground floor. The Library offers classes in French for English speakers with a professional teacher and also organises Anglo-French conversation groups in association with the Municipal Library in La Souterraine. There are also a number of thriving special interest groups, such as the Gardening Group, Camera Club, Friendship Group, etc. We also provide support & assistance in bureaucratic and administrative matters for both existing British residents as well as newcomers to the area. Whatever your interests don’t hesitate to pay us a visit and you will be made most welcome. We are open from 09.30 until 12.30, Mon, Thu, Fri & Sat. For more info tel 05 55 89 57 62 during opening hours or visit www. englishlibrary.fr The English Library, Dun-le-Palestel The English Library, which has now been established for over 5 yrs, is situated in the Route des Rateries, beside the Bibliothèque Municipale, Parc Benjamin Bord. The library is a very welcoming meeting place, where you can come and enjoy a cup of tea, or coffee, whilst you browse through our collection of around 7,500 books, DVDs and talking books. Our opening hours are Thursdays, 10h00 – 16h00 and Saturdays 10h00 – 12h30. Also, on the first Tuesday of every month, 10h00 – 12h00, you are invited to join us for our Club Franglais, which welcomes people from all nationalities, to chat in French, English or any language you wish(!) whilst enjoying a cup of tea, and a piece of home-

made cake. We host a range of other activities too, including the Café Philo, and Club Scrabble, More information can be found on the Entente Cordiale website at www. ententecordiale-creuse.org or email us at library.ententecordiale@yahoo.com Music Music Club Boussac The venue of the Club de Musique & Music in Boussac "open mic" night has changed. We welcome musicians of all levels and styles, spectators and all music lovers to join us for an evening of musical entertainment and fun at L'Origan restaurant, 34 rue Vincent, Boussac 23600 from 20h until midnight on the last Saturday of each month. Upcoming events: 30 May, 27 June, 25 July, 29 Aug, 26 Sept, 31 Oct, 28 Nov, 19 Dec. A PA system will be available. For only 8€ Christophe, the chef and proprietor, will be offering a special formule of Fish & Chips or a small pizza of choice from a Reine, Campagnarde, 4 fromages or Creusoise plus a drink. His normal extensive menu is also available. Food will be served until 22h. For more info please email Dave and Bev at gemsandcrystalsmail@gmail.com or phone 05 55 65 19 24 or Rosie and Mervyn 05 55 65 70 06 mervynjw@aol.com. We look forward to greeting you all at this new venue. Open Mic Night If you like music and have ever fancied getting up and having a go, why not come along to our Open Mic Night at “Le Loch Ness” in La Souterraine town centre every Friday around 8.30pm. L'Orchestre Philharmonique de La Souterraine If you or one of your family are interested in playing in an orchestra and think your standard might be adequate do get in contact with us. We meet weekly on Friday evenings in La Souterraine (apart from the summer holidays) to rehearse. Most of our concerts are around Xmas or May-July. Our members come from all over Limousin so lifts to and fro may be possible if necessary. Contacts: French language Marie-France Martinie 05 55 30 76 23 / English language Alan Kerr 05 55 56 34 52 The Harmonics This is our 6th season of singing as a group. Our music is varied classical, madrigals, spiritual, songs from the shows etc and we sing in French, English, Swahili, Latin - whatever the music demands. Our concerts are in support of a variety of charities including the British Legion, L'Oregon at Civray and Retina and thus non profit making. We meet Wed 14h – 16h in the Salle d'Annexe behind the Mairie in Civray. Interested? We'd love to see you so contact: David Lee tel 05 49 87 53 93 email dave.lee@cegetel.net or Dolly Ait Boualou email sylvia.murray@wanadoo.fr

any sect, denomination, politics, organization or institution. Our primary purpose is to stay sober and help other alcoholics to achieve sobriety. For details of the meetings or other information contact Roger 05 55 76 22 65 (Limoges), Ewen 05 53 05 76 62 (Périgueux) or Angela 05 49 87 79 09 (Civray). Other meetings in South-West France can be located on our web-site at aafrancesud-ouest. com English-speaking council surgery ...for residents of the commune of St-LégerMagnazeix. Every 2nd Weds in the month, an English-speaking council surgery with councillors Manuela Stroescu and Patrick Johnson will take place at the Mairie between 11am and 12pm. Cancer Support France, Charente Plus Offers free and confidential support to English speakers affected by cancer in departments 16, 17 & 86. Our helpline number is 06 45 35 32 30. If you need any more information, please get in touch via csf.charenteplus@gmail.com Cancer Support France, Haute-Vienne (supporting Creuse, too) We offer free and confidential support to English speakers affected by Cancer in the Haute-Vienne (87) and Creuse (23). Our helpline number is 06 04 43 39 87. If you would like more information or would like to become a member or help in any other way, please contact Sue Ware 05 55 00 31 15, csfhv@frangle.fr Elizabeth Finn Care Registered charity Elizabeth Finn Care is able to offer direct financial assistance to British and Irish nationals or residents who live overseas. We ensure that our help does not affect any means-tested payments. For more information contact: Mary Hughes Case worker France, Elizabeth Finn Care - tel 04 68 23 43 79 or visit www.elizabethfinncare. org.uk and www.turn2us.org.uk L’Association France Alzheimer Dordogne Charitable organisation offering Englishspeaking support and guidance to anyone dealing with the day-to-day difficulties affecting those with dementia, their families and their carers and assistance with how to access the best provisions of care. English Helpline (available on Tuesday mornings between 10am and midday): 09 64 21 40 86. For more information email alzheimer. dordogne@orange.fr or visit www. francealzheimer-dordogne.org

Support Alcoholics Anonymous If you or someone you know has a drinking problem, there are now English-speaking meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous at Limoges, Périgueux and the recently opened meeting at Civray. Alcoholics Anonymous is a Fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. There are no dues or fees for A.A. membership and A.A. is not allied with

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3rd Annual Flower, Fruit and Vegetable Show Don't forget to put Sunday afternoon, 6th September in your diary! L'Association des Petits Jardiniers du Limousin is having its 3rd Annual Flower, Fruit and Vegetable Show at the Mairie in St-Amand-lePetit (between Eymoutiers and Peyrat-le-Château) and we look forward to meeting you there. Come and see our magnificent displays, or even enter a class yourself. Classes include flower, fruit and vegetables, as well as photography and sweet and savoury conserves. There will also be craft stalls and a raffle. Doors open to the public at 2 pm and entrance is free. Come and share an enjoyable and relaxing afternoon with us, with a glass of wine and a slice or two of home-made gâteau. For further information and class entry details contact carolyn@cnlees.eu

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Sat 4th Jul to Sun 30th Aug ROSNAY Exhibition "La guerre de Cent Ans entre Berry, Marche et Poitou" Relive the long struggle between the French and the English for control of our region at the end of the Middle Ages! Organised by the Fédération des Chemins de la Guerre de Cent Ans, this exhibition in the gallery of the Château du Bouchet (36300 Rosnay) is the first devoted to the exciting and turbulent history of the Franco-English conflict in the centre of France between Indre, Vienne, Creuse and Cher during the Hundred Years War. The exhibition will provide visitors with a presentation of the major conflicts, the places which were marked by war as well as the players, both modest and powerful, living in the region or crossing it during military campaigns. 25 objects from private collections and exceptionally loaned for this exhibition will show different aspects of war as well as everyday life in the region. They include several weapons of the time (swords, daggers...), objects of daily life (coins, seals, jewellery, pottery) and original documents relating to the military activities of several regional figures. Open every day from 10h30-12h & 14h-19h (closed Sun morning). Adults €5; 6-18s €2.50; Unders 6s FREE. Tickets include a guided tour of the château and the exhibition. Wed 15th Jul to Wed 12th Aug 1001 Notes Festival

www.thebugle.eu ○ THE BUGLE ○ AUGUST 2015 banquet” (to book for the meal tel 05 55 31 88 88). 10 pm: Late-night bilingual show: "Lawrence of Arabia and Châlus" with fireworks (free admission). For more info visit http://www.rando-festival-richard.fr Sun 2nd Aug Twilight 7th Birthday Fete Jamboree 11am - 6pm. Vaunac 24800. All day hot & cold food, drinks, snacks, cakes and ice-cream. Music with *Broken Biscuits* and others Artisans Vide-greniers/Brocante Pre-loved clothes Books Meet some old Twilighters for a cuddle Games and general silliness For more information visit www.twilightchiens.com or https://www.facebook.com/Twilightdogshome Mon 3rd to Sun 9th Aug SAINT-BENOIT-DU-SAULT Festival Le Temps Suspendu Baroque Festival with 5 concerts, 2 conferences, workshops and an apéro-concert. The apéro-concert (8th August at 19h at the Château-Guillaume) features musical jousting - France vs England!! Tickets: €10; Concessions €7; free for Under 12s. Pass 3 concerts €25 (concessions €18); Pass 4 concerts €35 (concessions €25). For more information visit www.letempssuspendu.fr Wed 5th to Sun 9th Aug FELLETIN 38e Festival Danses, Musiques et Voix du Monde This year's music and folk dance festival welcomes 300 performers from around the globe: Borneo, Ecuador, El Salvador, Creuse, Guadeloupe, Slovakia, Portugal, Sri Lanka and Russia. For more information & to view the festival programme visit: www. portesdumonde.net Thu 6th Aug CROZANT Medieval Fete

Fri 7th to Sun 16th Aug SAINTE-SÉVÈRE-SUR-INDRE Exhibition Exhibition of paintings, ceramics, stained glass, hand-made books and plant paper. Opening night: Friday 7th August (all welcome) from 6pm. Open daily from Saturday 8th to Sunday 16th August 10am to 5pm. Various demonstrations being held during the week including stained glass, painting and a paper kiln building and firing. End of show Vernissage on Sunday 16th from 4pm onwards for the opening of the paper kiln. At (lieu dit) La Loge Sagrolle, near La Tuilerie, 36160 Urciers. Near Ste Sévère-sur_Indre. Information and programme of events: www.central-france.com

This touring festival proposes a programme of concerts & workshops in some of the region's most beautiful locations: Limoges - Solignac - Saint-Léonard-de-Noblat. The 2015 edition will celebrate 10 years of the Festival with the theme "Les Folies BaRock". Audiences will enjoy Baroque music in all its forms, played on both traditional and modern instruments including some rock 'n' roll! For more information & a full programme visit www. festival1001notes.com/ Wed 29th Jul to Sun 16th Aug Festival du Haut Limousin 17th edition of this classical music festival with concerts across the Haut Limousin. See July's edition of The Bugle for more info or visit www.festivalduhautlimousin.com for the full programme. Sat 1st to Sun 2nd Aug CHÂLUS Lawrence of Arabia in Châlus Festival commemorating the life of Lawrence of Arabia in Châlus, the city where Richard the Lionheart died. The man who would come to be known as Lawrence of Arabia was born in Tremadoc, Caernarfonshire, in North Wales on 16th August 1888 and died near Wareham in Dorset on 19th May 1935, but visited Châlus on the day of his twentieth birthday. He is believed to have visited the area to learn more about the heroes of the Third Crusade. Programme of Events:Saturday 1st August 2015: 8 pm: Salle des fêtes. Giant screen showing of the film "Lawrence of Arabia" by David Lean, 1962, with Peter O'Toole (free). In French with English subtitles. Sunday 2nd August 2015: From 2 pm: Exhibition: Vintage motorcycles. From 2 pm: Exhibition on Châlus in 1908 and Lawrence of Arabia (free admission). From 2 pm and into the evening: English Market. Afternoon: Traditional games and cartoonist. Free camel rides. 5 pm: Parade of the caravan of Lawrence of Arabia through the streets of Châlus. Evening: English Market continues and there will be a “couscous

For its tenth edition, the light and sound show will pay tribute to the soldiers of the Great War but also will commemorate the end of World War II, the 70th anniversary of the Liberation, through the telling of a historical family saga involving over 400 actors of 4 nationalities. Takes place on the evenings of 7th, 8th, 9th and 10th of August with the performance starting as the sun sets around 10pm. Tickets: Adults €17; €8 Children; €15 Concessions. Available from La Souterraine tourist office (tel 05 55 63 10 06), ticketnet.fr, francebillet.com, Leclerc La Souterraine, FNAC Limoges. For more information visit www.fresque.bridiers.fr

Starts 10 am with a parade from the town centre to the castle. There is entertainment from the Middle Ages all day long with theatre, dance, music, concerts, medieval camps and combat, archery, games for children and adults, medieval garden to visit, artisanal market, exhibitions, medieval dishes to try and much more... Do come in costume (not an obligation) to enjoy a memorable day! Visit "Les amis du chateau medieval de Crozant" on Facebook for more info. Fri 7th Aug CHÉNIERS Psychedelic Dissonance Free Festival The finest in heavy psychedelia, math rock and noise rock at the Moulin de Piot from 16h. Headlined by Wo Fat (USA) and featuring 5 other bands, this free festival will be loud and heavy and the riffs will flow. Psychedelic Dissonance is delighted to welcome the soon to be legendary Wo Fat as part of their short European tour, along with the finest noise rock and math rock that the UK has to offer. Miss this show at your peril. A restaurant, bar and campsite will all be open. Further details can be found on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ events/487514928091447/ or via email from da_hobson@yahoo.co.uk Fri 7th to Mon 10th Aug LA SOUTERRAINE Fresque de Bridiers The annual Fresque Historique de Bridiers takes place before the magnificent scenery of the Tour de Bridiers, a historic site just outside La Souterraine dominated by the dramatic ruins of a 14th century castle. During the play, Bridiers becomes a gigantic open-air theatre with the action taking place across the arena, viewed by an audience of 2,000 people seated in a natural amphitheatre.

Sat 8th Aug SAINT-AMAND-JARTOUDEIX Repas et soirée dansante de St Roch Meal and dancing organised by Mieux Vivre à St Amand. 19h30. Meal: Aperitif, starter, cuisse de boeuf à la broche, cheese, dessert, wine and coffee. Tickets €25; Under 10s FREE. Limited places, please reserve. For information and reservations visit www.stamandjartoudeix. com or tel 05 55 64 61 47 or 05 55 64 22 25 (English spoken).

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Sun 9th Aug VERNEUIL Charity Summer Fayre A fun day out for all the family. Charity Summer Fayre in aid of Elephant Haven, The Laminitis Site and Twilight. 12h-17h beside the lake at Le Soleil Couchant, 16310 Verneuil. Provisional programme: 14h Dog agility display followed by fun dog show classes: 1. dog most like its owner, 2. best decorated lead, 3. best biscuit eater. 15h Hobby horse racing followed by fun human show classes: 4. best summer hat, 5. fancy dress - theme: dog, elephant or horse fact or fiction. 16h Raffle and prize giving. Also live music, classic car display, bar open all day, teas, games, cup cake decorating, guess the weight of the cake, many artisan and charity stalls including cakes, crafts, plants, books, artwork, jewellery, produce, tombola, bric-a-brac... Free entry and plenty of parking. CSF Charente-Plus will be running the cake stall at the event so do come along and meet some of the CSF team and enjoy a yummy home-made cake or two! Full details at https://www.facebook.com/charitysummerfayre2015 or email thelaminitissite@hotmail.com

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Tue 11th to Sun 16th Aug CONFOLENS Festival de Confolens 58th edition of this annual international festival of folk music and dance, attracting over 100,000 visitors. For over 50 years, Confolens has been organising the most popular traditional arts festival in the world. During the summer, the town becomes the 'home port' for like-minded travellers. Lovers of dance, music and singing all come together making music a universal language, enriching different cultures. Entertaining this year will be 450 artists coming from all over the world! Visit www.festivaldeconfolens.com for the full programme. Mon 17th Aug BOUSSAC Concert with the Paris Symphonic Orchestra Mozart (Quintet for Clarinet and Strings), Weber (Quintet for Clarinet and Strings), Philippe Cuper (Principal Clarinet with the Opera national de Paris Orchestra, Clarinet and Quartet), Haydn (String Quartet). Eglise Ste Anne. 20h30. Tickets via the Tourist Office tel 09 77 85 72 92: €15 (or €25 when booking for concert on 21st Aug also).

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Tue 18th to Fri 21st Aug Tour du Limousin - 48th edition The Tour du Limousin is one of the most important sports events in the Centre Ouest region of France... but it’s also a festive and popular event for more than 150,000 spectators. Stage 1: 18th August Limoges (87) - Saint-Yrieix-la-Perche (87) Stage 2: 19th August Pompadour (19) - Lissac-sur-Couze (19) Stage 3: 20th August Saint-Dizier-Leyrenne (23) - Aigurande (36) Stage 4: 21st August: Aixe-sur-Vienne (87) - Limoges (87) For more information visit: www.tourdulimousin.com Fri 21st Aug BOUSSAC Ensemble des solistes du Paris Symphonic Orchestra Concert by vocal soloists of the Paris Symphonic Orchestra: Vivaldi, Pergolese and Fabrice Di Falco. Eglise Ste Anne. 20h30. Tickets via the Tourist Office tel 09 77 85 72 92: €15 (or €25 when booking for the concert on 17th Aug also).

Sun 9th to Fri 14th Aug CROZON-SUR-VAUVRE Concerts with Musica Batavia Since its formation in 2009, Musica Batavia has given numerous concerts in the Netherlands, Germany and the United States, earning them the compliment from a German reviewer on their “subtle and refined chamber music”. Bert Honig (recorder), Mimi Mitchell (Baroque violin), and Christina Edelen (harpsichord and organ) have played with such renowned groups as The Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra, Anima Eterna, Currende, The Locke Consort, Brisk, and the Concertgebouw Orchestra of Amsterdam. Since 2011, they have also given summer teaching courses. This year, from 8th-15th August, their course will be held in the magnificent Château de Lalande at Crozon-sur-Vauvre. There will be two enticing concerts during this week. The teachers play their concert on Sunday 9th August at 4 pm. Their programme will include Bach and Handel, framed by Couperin and Marais. On the evening of Friday 14th August, at 7:00 pm, the students from the course will give a varied programme of music from the Baroque and Renaissance on recorders, strings, harpsichord and organ. The two concerts will take place in the church of Crozon-surVauvre, which has an ideal acoustic for this historical music. There is no ticket price, but voluntary contributions are requested. This is a special opportunity for two pleasant musical experiences with some well-known musicians and their students!

La Légende de la Mandragore – The Legend of the Mandrake by Les Amis du Cheval d’Asnières On 27th June, the pays Montmorillonais (Montmorillon and surrounding areas) celebrated its paysage (landscape) in the communes of Mouterre, Luchapt and Asnièressur-Blour. And especially in the commune of Asnières-sur-Blour you may have seen a very popular spectacle if you were in the crowd present at the riding club, at Chez

Gailledrat near the Moulin d'Asnières. The riding club Les Amis du Cheval d’Asnières has previously produced several Spectacles Equestres (equestrian pageants/ displays) but this one depicted with images, actions, fast canters and music, the history of the legend of the Mandragore. La Mandragore is a local path along the Vienne

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river, from Limoges to Chinon, the GR 48 (chemin de Grande Randonnée), but it is named after the legend of the dragon which was rampant in our region a few centuries ago, terrorising the locals and whose victims were all beautiful young girls... That is until young Guyot of Saint Quentin de Mortemart rides to the rescue on his sturdy mule. The story was told with remarkable music, and the actors (all volunteers and amateurs) of the Spectacle du Blour were fabulous. More than 100 spectators were thrilled by what they saw and heard: “It was awesome,” said some; “The music, text, actors, everything was very well synchronized, worthy of professionals,” said others. “What is certain,” say Marion and Yannick, the show organizers (also president of the association, and riding instructor), “is that our riders had a ball and were proud of what they achieved. And we thank all the parents, siblings and friends who have joined the company, and other volunteers who looked after the sound system, or tended the bar, and those who prepared the car park or pancakes or cakes. A big thank you to all.” Rehearsals, preparation of sets and costumes and of the horses has asked a lot of time and effort, but the enjoyment and appreciation of the public have crowned this

event. If you were not able to come to this show, the Spectacle du Blour will put on another free show of the Legend of the Mandragore at the Fête champêtre of Asnières-sur-Blour on 15th August, early afternoon (around 3pm). The club Les Amis du Cheval d’Asnièressur-Blour have riding lessons for children on Wednesdays and Saturdays, and during the week for adults, throughout the year, even in July and August. They have an array of activities and a mini camp from 17th to 20th August. For more information check out their website www.cheval-asnieres.ffe.com

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