The Bugle Limousin - May 2015

Bordeaux to become region's new capital

After the upcoming regional reshuffle, Bordeaux will be the capital of the new Limousin/Aquitaine/ Poitou-Charentes super-region >> Page 3

Limousin May 2015 - Issue #67

UK introduces new border exit checks As part of a previous election pledge, the British government has introduced stricter border exit rules that will require authorities to scan and verify the passport of every person leaving the UK. Port authorities fear this could lead to significant delays when crossing the Channel. tion Act 2014 put in place legislation which gave carrier and port staff the power to carry out these checks.”

Ahead of the changes coming into force, Eurotunnel and the main ferry companies warned that the checks could lead to long queues for coach and car travellers.

“All this is going to take time. The approaches to the port of Dover can get extremely busy at peak holiday times and we are concerned that the queues are going to get worse once these checks are introduced,” said a spokesperson for P&O. “We are advising passengers to have their passports ready when they present themselves at check-in.”

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NEWS - Magnac goes super-fast

Magnac-Laval has become the latest location in the Limousin to receive a super-fast 4G mobile phone signal >> Page 5

NEWS - Man charged over expat murder

A French man has been charged with murder after the body of a British expat was found in a well, 6 months after he was reported missing >> Page 7

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ross-Channel travellers have been bracing themselves for long queues when returning to France after the introduction of new laws in April by the British government requiring border authorities to check the passport of every person leaving the country. The move was a previous election pledge by the coalition government, one that they promised to have in place before this election.

“Exit checks will provide us with vital information that confirms a person’s exit from the UK,” insisted immigration minister James Brokenshire. “The coalition government committed to reintroducing them in 2010 and the Immigra-

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I'm going to break from the norm this month and use this space for a personal appeal. We receive a fairly constant stream of requests from individuals, groups and organisations asking us to help them raise money and we always try to help wherever possible... but this month it's my turn!

Sadly, my mother was diagnosed with a rare neurodegenerative disease several years ago. Today she lives in a home and needs 24-hour specialist care. We had realised that something was not right for a few years and initially a diagnosis of Alzheimer's was given. This came as a shock as she was still in her 50s at the time. As her health deteriorated, it became clear that she in fact had something called Corticobasal Syndrome, a cruel disease that follows many of the same symptoms as Alzheimer's and unfortunately has the same ultimate outcome.

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Without going into too much detail, this was no mean feat for my brother and we are all incredibly proud of him, as well as the 5,000 pounds he has already raised!

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to be joined by smaller ones. The reverse was typically true in the less powerful regions, and that was certainly the case in the Limousin. A survey published last summer showed that 69% of Limousin residents were in favour of joining Aquitaine, but that just 25% of those living in the Aquitaine wanted to see their region joined by their neighbours to the northeast. The Limousin will go from being one of the smallest regions in the country, to being a part of the largest.

A major concern for the Limousin's leaders is its geographic distance from Bordeaux – Guéret is 3-and-a-half hours from Bordeaux by car and more than 5 hours by train. Limoges would in fact become the second biggest city in the new region, with a larger population than Poitiers, but leaders are worried that too much power will shift to Bordeaux.

“Large urban areas tend to concentrate decision making powers, wealth and employment, often at the risk of weakening those of outlying areas,” Jean-Pierre Limousin, president of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the HauteVienne has previously warned.

Much will change over the coming years, but backers of the reforms are confident that the simplified structure will help to reduce the financial and administrative burden of France's current large, multi-layered and cumbersome system. Prime Minister Manuel Valls recently told journalists that the moves could save the country €25 billion in administration costs and efficiency savings. ■

ince plans were unveiled by the Hollande government to reduce the number of regions from 22 to 13, there has been much debate over where the administrative capitals of these new, larger regions would be based. In some cases, the fighting has been fierce, for example the new Languedoc-Roussillon – Midi-Pyrénées region where Toulouse and Montpellier both believed themselves to be the obvious choice.

In the soon-to-be-formed Aquitaine – Poitou-Charentes – Limousin region, Bordeaux was always the front runner and neither Limoges nor Poitiers put up much of a fight. As was widely predicted, the capital of the Aquitaine has indeed now been revealed as the capital of the new “super-region”, which has yet to be named.

The battle to become one of the 13 regional capitals is not just a matter of prestige. Being the administrative heart of one of the new regions will probably cause significant numbers of government workers to relocate to the cities chosen. The increase in jobs and the boost to local economies is expected to be significant, with a knock-on effect to the economies of cities that will inevitably lose out in the reshuffle.

A poll taken when the reforms were first announced showed that while 68 per cent of the French believed the changes were necessary, 77 per cent rejected the potential disappearance of their own region. Many residents from larger, richer or more powerful regions were reluctant

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he education minister, Najat ValaudBelkacem, has unveiled the new holiday calendar for the upcoming school year, with a number of regions switching holiday “zone”. Traditionally, France has staggered some of its school holidays, with each of the three defined “zones” taking holidays lasting 2 weeks in periods that overlap to create one “school holiday” of four weeks.

This staggering of the school holidays spreads the load that is placed on the country's transport system and tourist industries and reduces the “spike” in holiday and travel prices often seen in the UK during, for example, the Easter holidays. Summer and Christmas holidays in France are always taken at the same time across the whole country.

With France preparing for an administra-

tive shake-up as the number of regions is reduced from 22 to 13, departments within the same region were at one point set to have different school holidays to one another.

This situation caused the education minster to announce a “review” of the system, the results of which have now been unveiled (see map).

After the 2015 rentrée (the name given to the return to school after the summer holi-

Zone A Rentrée

days), the Limousin will indeed now be in the same zone as the Aquitaine and PoitouCharentes regions.

The new school timetable was drawn up after consultation with 55 representative organisations and, according to the minister, “follows as closely as possible the rhythm of 7 weeks of class and 2 weeks of holidays”, a system that experts believe provides an optimal learning environment for students. ■

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Don't forget you have until 19th May to vote for France's favourite village.

Every year, national broadcaster France 2 chooses one commune from each of France's 22 regions to compete in the programme “Le village préféré des Français”. This year, it is the turn of Moutier-d'Ahun, in the centre of the Creuse department, to represent the Limousin in front of the nation.

Visit www.france2.fr/village to vote online. ■

Red pandas at Reynou Zoo

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n April this year, the Zoo du Reynou, situated just south of Limoges, became the new home to a trio of red pandas.

Although slightly smaller than their more celebrated black and white cousins, the pandas also originate from China and have been making themselves comfortable in their new, custom-built surroundings.

As well as being a draw for the public, the pandas form part of a European study of the species. “We will be studying their behaviour and their interactions,” explained zoo director Franck Haelewyn. To this end, a full-time ethologist has joined the zoo's team.

Elsewhere in the zoo, the male giraffe now has 3 new companions who are also recent arrivals and there have been a num-

ber of births, including that of a baby Philippine deer, classified as an endangered species.

The zoo, which houses 600 animals and 130 species, is open from 10h-19h30 every day until the end of October. ■

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espite more than three quarters of the country being covered by the next generation, high-speed 4G mobile network, it is still relatively hard to find a signal in much of the Limousin. This is slowly changing, however, and Magnac-Laval recently became the first town in the north of the Haute-Vienne to gain access to a high-speed 4G signal.

Today, 47 million people in France are covered by 4G, but although this represents around 75% of the population, geographically only a small percentage of the country is covered.

As a predominantly rural region, access in the Limousin has so far been restricted to larger towns such as Limoges, Guéret, Brive and Tulle.

Even though smartphone and tablet users in Magnac-Laval also need to be Orange customers to receive the new 4G signal, other carriers look set to improve their coverage and more towns will also soon be joining the high-speed network.

As it was unveiled, a delegation from Orange visited Magnac-Laval to publicly demonstrate the speed of the town's new 4G signal. “You have to begin somewhere. We started here because the infrastructure already existed to allow us to perform the work required,” explained Dominique Gayout, the local representative for Orange. “We ran a fibre-optic line to an existing pylon

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where we installed brand new equipment that has allowed us to cover this area. The equipment will also be able to adapt to any future changes to the technology. There are areas round here that previously had no mobile coverage that now receive a 4G signal! We have been working hard in urban areas, but we have not forgotten the countryside.”

The 4G network uses the 20 MHz to 2,6 GHz frequency and allows for theoretical transfer speeds of up to 150 Mb/s. In reality, 4G is around 10 times faster than 3G which is itself faster than many fixed broadband lines. Under 4G a typical movie can be downloaded in around 3 minutes - a big leap forward from the days of dial-up when a single image would slowly appear on the screen in about the same amount of time! ■

rivers travelling through the region along the A20 should pay close attention to road signs around Limoges following the decision by authorities to reduce the speed limit to 90 kph across the whole stretch. In mid-April, all the 110 kph signs were taken down to be replaced by ones indicating the new, lower limit and the speed cameras in both directions have already been reset.

The stretch of motorway that bypasses the region's capital has always been an accident black spot and drivers have long complained of poor surfaces, short slip roads hidden by tight bends and variable speed limits. In fact, there appears to be widespread support for the lower speed limit. “Going from 110 to 90 on such a relatively short stretch will not change much in terms of journey times,” said one local, speaking to La Montagne.

“In Toulouse, where I'm from originally, the ring road has been fixed at 90 for a long time now.”

Others even believe that the authorities could have gone further. “I think 90 is still too fast at certain points. Exit 33 is really dangerous... 70 would be better on that stretch,” added another driver.

The local police believe that much of the problem lies with those from outside the region: “The 90 speed limit introduced in January near the Chastaingt bridge was not very well respected, particularly by cars from outside the HauteVienne. And therein lies the problem: this section of road combines people

making a short journey home and those making long journeys and wanting to go quickly...”

Elsewhere, in an unprecedented move, 200 gendarmes from the Haute-Vienne, Creuse and Corrèze departments launched a coordinated campaign in April to crack down on speeding motorists. Across the region, 76 checkpoints were set up simultaneously and the departments' three prefects said that the message was clear: the region will be coming down hard on speeding in 2015.

With the number of accidents, injuries and deaths all on the increase last year, authorities are throwing more resources at the problem; a new brigade with 5 mobile speed cameras has been established in the Haute-Vienne. ■

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28-year-old Frenchman has been arrested on suspicion of murder after the body of a 70-year-old British expat was found in a well, metres from his home in Normandy. David King, originally from London, had lived in the Calvados region of northern France for 15 years and his death has led to much anger amongst the local expat community, with many accusing the authorities of bungling the investigation.

When the pensioner was first reported missing last October following tea with friends, local police were reluctant to fully investigate, saying that he had simply gone to Australia to see his daughter. This, despite friends and family pointing out that he had left his passport and heart medication in his house, had been complaining of a lack of money for travel and had made plans to see local friends over Christmas.

Speaking from her home in Perth, Mr King's daughter said she was appalled at how the case had initially been handled by Interpol. “We are obviously devastated by the circumstances.

But I would like to add how frustrated I feel about Interpol's involvement,” she told The Telegraph. “Two weeks after my father was reported missing, Interpol advised that he had arrived in my country of residence, Australia, but gave no further information. It took over a week of constant investigation on my part in conjunction with the local Western Australia police to determine that it was a different David King with a different passport number and similar date of birth. This was established by the end of November 2014, however the French authorities still had not been formally notified of this via Interpol until approximately 3 months later.”

When a new gendarme was assigned to the case, further evidence began to emerge which eventually led sniffer dogs to discover the expat's body in a well in a neighbour's garden, just metres from his own home. A local man has now been arrested and charged with murder and the investigation appears to be focussing on an argument over stolen vegetables.

The local mayor, Sarah Anne, said that lo-

cals had been complaining of thefts for some time. “In one night, a whole plot of leeks might disappear. One person saw four rabbits vanishing overnight. People were getting more and more angry and some were even threatening to defend their plots with shotguns,” she said.

An unnamed neighbour told Le Parisien that “the description of the thief corresponds to that of the young man” arrested for Mr King’s murder.

According to local prosecutor Carole Etienne, the accused has confessed to killing the pensioner, a passionate gardener, and has admitted he placed the body in the well, but claims he cannot remember how it happened: “He admitted there was an argument, and to putting the body in the well. Now we will try to learn more about what caused the death. He has not yet explained the circumstances of the death... I have the before, I have the after, I don't have the in between.” ■

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Man charged after murdered expat found in well

Cross border fines for British drivers

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ollowing a series of legal battles at the European Court of Justice, British drivers caught on camera will now be fined for driving offences in other European countries from 2017 at the latest.

Half-a-million British motorists are flashed by speed cameras in France each year. French police are not currently able to collect camera fines, although they do impose on-the-spot penalties if they stop British motorists who are speeding.

Cross border fines were first introduced in France in 2013 when the French Senate voted into law a European directive which enabled police to identify foreign drivers from other EU countries and automatically send out speeding tickets to greet them when they returned home.

“From now on we will be able to exchange digital files across the European Union so that when a foreign driver is flashed in France, through their registration plate,

we will be able to identify them and find out their address,” the Ministry of Transport told French daily Le Parisien at the time.

While France and the majority of the EU signed up, Britain, Ireland and Denmark refused to adopt the agreement. The European Court of Justice challenged this and a new directive, which will come into force later this year, was passed unanimously in February. Britain, Ireland and Denmark have been given until 2017 to enforce the new rules.

The directive relates to eight of the most common traffic offences: speeding, non-use of a seat-belt, failing to stop at a red traffic light, drink-driving, driving under the influence of drugs, failing to wear a crash helmet, use of a forbidden lane and illegally using a mobile telephone while driving.

Drivers on British registration plates found guilty of one of these offences in mainland Europe in the future will be tracked down through the shared database, with fines and possibly even penalty points then being en-

forced.

When the proposals were first announced in 2011, the European commissioner for transport, Siim Kallas said, “We know that a foreign driver is three times more likely to commit an offence than a resident driver.

These new rules should have a powerful deterrent effect and change behaviour.” According to EU figures, foreign drivers make up around 5% of the traffic on the roads of Europe, yet they account for 15% of all accidents.

In France, the figures for foreign drivers are far higher. Foreign heavy goods vehicles alone account for 28% of such traffic on France's roads and are involved in 14% of fatal accidents - this is an area that France is looking to crack down on. Recent statistics also show that one quarter of all vehicles flashed by France's army of speed cameras are on foreign plates. This problem is even worse in the height of the summer tourist season when that figure rises to half! ■

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tunately hit the whole movement.”

Marine Le Pen went on to suggest that she would block her father from standing in upcoming elections and the bitter public row continued until Jean-Marie Le Pen appeared to fall on his own sword and announced his withdrawal from politics. “If I must make a sacrifice for the future of the movement, I would not be the one to cause it damage,” said the former paratrooper.

Since taking over the FN in 2011, Marine Le Pen has been trying to detoxify the party's image and has sought to transform the anti-immigration, anti-Europe far-right party from protest vote option to one more palatable to mainstream voters in the 2017 presidential race.

Le Pen senior delighted in his outsider role, was proud to be the focus of a protest vote and never truly wanted power. The ambitions of Marine Le Pen on the other hand go right to the presidency.

Current opinion polls suggest that the charismatic leader will win the first round of elections in 2017, but that she will lose out in the run-off. In order to gain enough votes to have a chance in a two-horse race against a Socialist or UMP candidate, she has apparently recognised the need to move away from the poisonous reputation the FN gath-

s the Front National (FN) attempts to consolidate its position as a mainstream political force in France, an internal power struggle appears to have brought the curtain down on the career of the party's controversial co-founder and honorary president, Jean-Marie Le Pen. The 86 year old recently infuriated his daughter, current FN leader Marine Le Pen, by repeating previous racist, homophobic and anti-Semitic comments. Among other inflammatory comments, Le Pen senior, who has a string of convictions for his offensive remarks, again described the Holocaust as a “detail” of history, praised Marshal Pétain, the leader of France’s Nazi collaborationist Vichy regime and said that France should side with Russia to protect the “white world”.

Marine Le Pen was quick to plunge the dagger into her father's back, launching a damning and unprecedented attack. “Jean-Marie Le Pen seems to be in a total spiral of strategy somewhere between scorched earth and political suicide,” she said. “His status as honorary president does not give him the right to hijack the Front National with vulgar provocations seemingly designed to damage me, but which unfor-

ered under her father.

Unfortunately for père Le Pen, he has increasingly been seen as a spanner in the works. In a poll published shortly after the spat, more than two-thirds of FN voters said they were in favour of Jean-Marie's departure, while threequarters said they believed his media outbursts were harming the party.

When asked by Le Figaro newspaper who should stand in his place, he appeared to take a parting shot at his daughter by anointing his granddaughter, Marion Maréchal-Le Pen, as his preferred successor. The 25-year-old niece of Marine Le Pen is the youngest MP in France and is considered a rising star – one that looks set to ensure the Le Pen name continues for years to come. Marion is seen as more socially conservative than her aunt, with beliefs that more closely match those of her grandfather.

The FN faces other issues in its attempts to enter the Elysée Palace. Its core policy of vowing to leave the euro is putting off more traditional rightwing voters. It also faces funding inquiries and recently had to deny allegations from investigative website Mediapart that it may have been given a huge loan from a Russian bank in exchange for backing Vladimir Putin over Crimea. ■

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Many of the trees, which are mostly sycamores, date back to Napoleonic times, but campaigners fear that they may become victims of a government “safety audit” that has been ordered by Interior Minister Bernard Cazeneuve.

“For the moment, this is just an audit but we remain on the alert. We have to wait and see what the conclusion will be,” Chantal Fauché, president of the association for the protection of roadside trees (Asppar), told Le Figaro newspaper.

“Admittedly, trees alongside the roads are aggravating factors for accidents but the plan to reduce the number of deaths on the road each year needs to focus on the causes of accidents.

These are above all alcohol, speed and behaviour. Chopping down trees is a simple political choice with the added benefit of generating savings from maintenance.”

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may have a point, however, if they do target the so-called “plane trees” on these iconic stretches of road: in 2013, there were 326 deaths caused by motorists hitting trees, a figure which represents about 10 per cent of all road deaths.

Not everyone is against the trees and a 2006 report even concluded that they may have a positive effect on motorists by clearly demarcating the road and giving drivers an increased feeling of speed, which may actually make

them slow down.

The first plane trees were planted by the 16th century king of France, Henry III, as part of wider attempts to restore French woodland, much of which had been cleared out during the Middle Ages. Napoleon continued to plant sycamores alongside the roads during his military campaigns, both as a reserve source of wood for the winter months and as a way to provide shade for his troops in the height of summer. ■

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Since the row erupted, the government has stood firm and recently insisted that “Laurent Stefanini is the only candidate nominated by the Republic and the council of ministers”. Some are suggesting that it is this bullish attitude that is behind the Vatican's rejection of France's candidate, not the fact that he is homosexual. “Announcing his nomination to the press before presenting it to the Vatican was not the most diplomatic way of doing things,” explained Stéphane Lemessin, a French Catholic priest and prominent blogger on faith matters.

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UK introduces new Just what the doctor ordered! border exit checks The Health Service is not just a British preoccupation. The French system is also a cherished institution and many expats have cause to be grateful for the quality of care they receive here in France. The main problem for governments in Paris and London, however, is the same – how to control, or even reduce costs without sacrificing standards.

A principal part of the French health mission statement is in active prevention of ill health. With this in mind, health professionals, accountants and politicians are considering radical solutions to the nation's deteriorating health and resultant escalating costs.

One interesting proposal is giving GPs the ability to prescribe exercise and activity alongside more traditional medication. The prescription could be used in a sports or local health and activity centre.

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Former minister for sport, Valérie Fourneyron of the governing Socialist Party, is one of the proponents of this approach and has publicly underlined the measurable benefits of precisely targeted exercise pointing out that “€150 invested in physical exercise can produce savings of €450-500 on treatments”.

Small scale local initiatives across France have shown how even serious conditions can be treated by well-facilitated and supported activity programmes.

All of which could soon lead to us being told by our GP: “Take a two kilometre-walk before meals, and 10 lengths of the pool before bed.” ■

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After a month, there will be a move to 50 per cent verification and by the middle of June the Government will aim to verify all travellers.

The Home Office has said the exit checks will improve understanding of who is leaving the UK and create a much clearer picture of who is staying in the country when they have no right to be there.

The government also believes the checks will help the police and security services track the movements of known criminals and terrorists. ■

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that the driver remains aware of the outside world,” a spokesman for the interior ministry said.

The government has been debating reducing the national speed limit from 90 km/h to 80 km/h since early last year and a trial has now been announced that will involve “three to five” stretches of road that are notorious accident black spots. This potential change in speed limit has proved hugely unpopular, with a recent survey suggesting as many as three-quarters of the public oppose any reduction.

Tougher fines will also come into force for illegal parking on zebra crossings, pavements and cycle paths, rising to €135 from the current maximum fine of just €35 and drivers who have had their licence for fewer than 3 years will be subjected to a lower maximum blood alcohol level of 0.2g/l. ■

series of changes to France's driving laws are due to come into force from 30th June this year as part of the government's continued battle to reduce the number of deaths on the country's roads. The changes will include a ban on most hands-free kits, a trial to reduce the speed limit on some national roads from 90 kph to 80 kph, harsher parking fines and a reduction in the alcohol limit for new drivers.

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Fast food consumption is on the rise and France is McDonald's largest market outside of the US. The typical French diner now apparently eats burger and chips once every four meals.

Burger King has more than 13,000 restaurants worldwide and made an overall €400 million profit in 2014. ■

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Official figures have once again confirmed that France was the most visited country in 2014, meaning it holds on to the coveted crown. A whopping 83.7 million people visited these shores last year, far ahead of the second placed US, which attracted just under 70 million tourist visitors. Spain (61 million), China (56 million) and Italy (48 million) round out the top 5 with the 31 million tourists that visited the UK proving enough for eighth place on the global chart.

Asia still represents a lucrative and growing tourist market for France. The new fast-track 48-hour visa for Chinese travellers was introduced in January last year, a move that saw a 61 per cent increase in visas given to Chinese nationals in 2014.

The government has previously announced ambitious plans to boost visitor numbers beyond the 100 million mark. ■

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aris looks set to officially launch its bid to host the 2024 Olympics after the city's council voted in favour of putting itself forward to the International Olympic Committee. The vast majority of the city's 163 councillors voted to throw Paris' hat into the ring, in a show of cross-party support.

“Now we are off on an Olympic adventure!” tweeted the mayor of Paris, Anne Hidalgo, after results of the vote were unveiled. Hidalgo, who for a long time was not an outspoken supporter of her city's candidacy, has in recent months come round to the idea that the City of Light might host the Olympics exactly 100 years after it last did.

A period of public consultancy will now take place with a final decision due in June – countries have until 15th September to officially enter the race to host the global sporting event.

Following the recent vote, however, an official bid now seems inevitable.

President Hollande came out in support in November and the public are also largely in favour – 61% say they would like to see the 2024 Olympics held in Paris, despite the estimated €4.5 billion budget.

The cities of Hamburg, Boston and

Rome have already announced their intention to bid to host the Games, with a number of other cities likely to join the race in the coming months. After evaluating the rival bids, a final decision will taken by the IOC in mid-2017.

Many this side of the Channel still have painful memories of the country's failed bid to host the 2012 Olympics, when Paris famously lost out to London, despite being favourites.

“A new defeat would mean the end of France's ambitions to host this magical competition,” said Jean-François Lamour, a double Olympic fencing champion and sports minister when Paris lost its bid in 2005, adding that this was the last chance saloon.

Rio de Janeiro will host the 2016 summer Olympics, with Tokyo already chosen to welcome the 2020 Games.

Paris has previously hosted the world's largest sporting event in 1900 and 1924. ■

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€25 million replica of the French navy frigate Hermione, which played a key role in the American Revolution, has set sail for Yorktown, Virginia, tracing its original journey from 1780. The Marquis de Lafayette crossed the Atlantic on the original Hermione on a secret mission to tell his friend George Washington, commander of the American “insurgents” against British imperial rule, that France was sending a strong military force to help them. The boat went on to take part in the 1781 blockade of Yorktown that led to the British surrender.

“It was a tipping point,” explained Miles Young, president of an American organisation called the Friends of Hermione-Lafayette in America, speaking to the New York Times. “The war wouldn't have been won without French support. Both the ship and the man on the ship became pivotal.”

Around 80 crew members set sail in front of huge crowds on the three-masted 65-metre frigate, which is believed to be the largest historically reconstructed ship ever

built. Despite the original Hermione taking just 6 months to build, the replica has been under construction since 1997. Around 60 per cent of the €25 million budget came from visitors to the shipyard in Rochefort over the past two decades, along with private donors.

Local French authorities paid the remaining third.

Only 17 professional sailors were on board, with the rest of the crew being made up from volunteers, mostly French. Two Swedes, a German, two Belgians and two Americans complete the crew, “but no English”, the ship's captain Yann Cariou told AFP with a polite but firm smile, adding that very few citizens of the “old enemy” had enquired to take part!

The frigate is due to arrive in Yorktown on 5th June for a tour of key American Revolution locations including Baltimore, Boston, Philadelphia and finally New York City, where hundreds of boats are due to parade alongside the historic replica on Independence Day, 4th July.

Although Lafayette was an aristocrat who persuaded King

Louis XVI to send military help to Washington’s men, he managed to survive France's own Revolution that took place less than 10 years after his historic voyage and secure a civic role in the new Republic much of the French nobility were executed during the French Revolution.

The replica fired its cannons as it sailed up the Charente river to the military shipyards of Rochefort, where it received a brief presidential visit before setting sail for America.

France's intervention was a turning point in the American Revolution and the two countries sealed their friendship with the 1886 inauguration of the Statue of Liberty at the entrance to New York harbour. The statue was a gift from the French people to commemorate the centenary of the declaration of independence.

Lafayette remained a hero of the Revolution stateside and at least 42 US counties and cities, along with hundreds of streets and squares, are named after him - including the famed Lafayette Square opposite the White House. ■

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Gaines, died. Wynona’s father had left the group and the music business in the 1940s and settled in New York to spend more time with his wife and three children but Wynona’s interest in their music and other black American singing groups has continued through her friends and contacts in the States.

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CD, recorded last year called “80 years” features some fine songs, nice arrangements and great harmony singing.

In my continuing discussions with Wynona about her background and music, Wynona told me that a friend of hers in America, Charlie Horner, a music historian and champion and promoter of Rhythm & Blues and Rock & Roll vocal harmony, had told her that The Golden Gate Quartet had a date in Bordeaux. He gave her the contact details and she spoke to their leader, Paul

style théâtre in the centre of Bordeaux, built in 1921 and was packed with an extremely appreciative and enthusiastic audience of over 1,000.

The boys were backed on some numbers by a piano, bass and drums trio and sang beautifully with a repertoire ranging from some of their popular spirituals such as Shadrack and Joshua fit the battle of Jericho, to which the audience stood and clapped along, to Stevie Wonder’s Part-Time lover and a lovely arrangement of Michael Jackson’s Billie Jean.

popularity continued to rise and in the 1940s they toured throughout America and made a number of films including Danny Kay’s A star is born.

Their overseas tours commenced in the 1950s, their first engagement in Europe being in 1955 at the Paris Olympia.

The following year saw them take on a three-month tour of Scandinavia followed by performances in England and Scotland.

They accepted a two-year contract with the Casino de Paris in 1959 and made France their permanent base. Since then they have toured in Africa and Asia and continued to tour extensively throughout Europe each year.

The Golden Gate Quartet has made many recordings since their first visit to the Victor studios in 1937. Their latest

Brembly, who said he would be delighted to see her in Bordeaux.

Could I miss this opportunity to meet a group which has been part of America’s musical history? No way! So I bought my ticket, found a hotel round the corner from the theatre, picked up Wynona and headed off to Bordeaux.

We arrived mid-afternoon, had a coffee and croquemonsieur in a very busy cafe opposite the amazing opera house and headed off to find the theatre’s stage door. We met Paul and I stayed there for over an hour watching the backing musicians and sound engineers set up and listening to the boys run through the sound check and a couple of their numbers. It was a privilege and delight to be there.

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After the show, while everyone headed for the exit, Wynona and I fought our way against the tide, to one or two disgruntled French comments, onto the stage and down to the dressing rooms where we met Paul again plus the other members of the group, tenors Frank Jerome Davis and Timothy Riley and the man with the wonderful deep mellow bass voice Thierry Francis.

We talked for a while, had our photo taken with the boys and left them to make their way to their hotel for an early night in preparation for an early start to travel on the tour bus to their next gig in Le Puy. The show was great, attending the pre-show sound-check was a privilege, the boys were charming and it was an experience I will remember for some time. ■

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he Golden Gate Quartet may not be a group topping the current music charts but, eighty years after they first got together, they continue to record and their live performances can pack theatres all over the world.

The Quartet is part of a black American tradition which has produced many popular and successful close harmony vocal groups over the years. Probably the best known of this genre in the 1930s and 1940s were The Ink Spots, The Mills Brothers and The Delta Rhythm Boys who set the ground for groups such as The Drifters and ultimately led to the Motown Sound which produced The Temptations, The Four Tops and The Jackson Five.

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Open Gardens - Jardins Ouverts

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by Mick Moat

pen Gardens/Jardins Ouverts is now in its third year and we have witnessed some huge changes in this short time.

In 2013, we had 4 gardens in the Creuse, which were open for 1 day (the last Sunday in June) and raised €300 for a French charity called “A Chacun son Everest”, an organisation which was founded by Dr Christine Janin, the first French woman to summit Everest. This charity organises activities for children with, or in remission from cancer or leukaemia and whose philosophy recognises the similarity of the challenge to climb a huge mountain and the challenge facing children with a serious illness.

In 2014, our aim was to have 12 gardens and to raise €1,000 for the same charity. We actually featured 28 gardens and, despite appalling weather during the open weekend in June, we realised the magnificent sum of €3,051, over 3 times our target, which was accrued from entrance fees, refreshments and plant sales. Of this, €2,500 was sent to A Chacun son Everest, the balance being withheld to help with the considerable expenses for the following year.

We had bigger plans for 2015, the main one being to encourage the garden owners to open at other times during the year, which would mean that a) the visiting season would be much longer, and b) visitors would have the opportunity of seeing the huge variety of flowers, plants and shrubs that are at their best at other times in the gardening year. In fact, our first garden opened in February with a beautiful display of over 100 varieties of snowdrops. Other treats since have included a garden with over 2,000 daffodils and many wild woodland flowers.

So what else has changed?

Open Gardens/Jardins Ouverts

now has over 70 gardens in 12 departments and is expanding rapidly, due mainly to the support of the media and the hard work of the volunteers that organise the project. Our target this year is to raise €5,000 for the same charity as mentioned above. With effect from 2016, however, the association expects to be in a financial position which will enable it to support additional charities, whilst continuing to assist our current one.

The successes of the project cannot be understated. In May 2014, the project secured a very small publicity area at the 3 day Journées des Plantes at Courson, one of France’s premier horticultural events. On the back of

the Journée du Patrimoine on Saturday 19th September.

Entrance to the gardens is both easy and cheap. The purchase of an annual membership card (€10 per person) allows access to all of the gardens in the project for the whole year. Many private gardens and estates charge between €4 - €6 per person per visit but the Association organisers wish to make viewing as cheap as possible whilst raising money for charities. For casual visitors, a day pass of €5 is also available.

People living in the Creuse, Charente, the Dordogne and the Haute-Vienne have a particularly large selection of gardens from which to choose and May 10th is a big day for Open Gar Buying a membership card in advance couldn’t be easier; go to the website and pay online (www.opengardens.eu) You will receive your card within days.

Alternatively send a cheque for €10 per person, together with your name, address, email and telephone number to:

The Treasurer Open Gardens/Jardins Ouverts 1 La Combe 23300 Vareilles

that, we were proud to be offered a free stand at Chantilly for this year. This is particularly pertinent as it coincides with two important events: the recent appointment of a coordinator for the Ile-de-France and the fact that we have been honoured to receive the support of the British Ambassador in Paris who has also said that members of Open Gardens/Jardins Ouverts will be welcome to view his garden on

dens/Jardins Ouverts. There are lots of gardens open for the first time and many of them serve refreshments and some also have plants for sale. There are few more pleasant ways to spend a day than walking round beautiful gardens and then relaxing with a cup of tea in the company of new friends whose passion for gardening is matched only by their willingness to help charitable causes.

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There are also application forms on the Open Gardens/Jardins Ouverts publicity leaflets. If you intend to make a visit, please help to minimise the work for the garden owners by getting your card in advance. This will ensure that the owners have more time to talk to you about the plants, arrange parking, ensure the tea is hot and that the chocolate on the cake hasn’t melted!

We look forward to seeing you in our gardens in the near future.

For further information please contact any of the following people: For gardens in the Charente

& NW Dordogne: Linda James e-mail: lindajames295@gmail.com phone: 05 45 24 01 29 Ian Warden e-mail: ian@holmedalehouse.co.uk phone: 0044 750 636 3478 For gardens in the Haute-Vienne: Chris Read e-mail: allconfuzed@orange.fr phone: 05 55 53 34 74 To get involved with future events in the NE Charente, W HauteVienne & SE Vienne: Sue Davies e-mail: sunflowersue@outlook.com phone: 0044 798 220 9361 If you are interested in becoming a coordinator in any of these areas, or for any other information, please contact: Mick Moat: e-mail: mick@opengardens.eu phone: 05 55 63 43 12 View our gardens at www.opengardens.eu

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In the garden - jobs for May

by Michelle Pierce

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ne of the reasons why I so much like living in the Limousin is the switch that flips some time in late April. One minute it's mud and damp and (let's face it) misery, and then the next it's gorgeous blue skies, a wild upsurge in growth and (if you're lucky) lots of wildflowers. This growth surge is much more rapid, it's my impression, than in Britain. There is a magical moment when everything changes, somehow both imperceptibly and very concretely. What is it down to? 'Simply' the appearance of the leaves on the trees. Suddenly landscapes and gardens change absolutely. Perspective and depth appear, with hidden corners, winding paths, field boundaries (when you are still lucky enough to have hedges and copses). My lime trees spring into electric green almost overnight and their dappled shade completely redefines the corner of the garden where they are and heralds the promise of cool shade in hot hazy afternoons.

Gorgeous!

And this happens in our gardens here, too. Suddenly it's all go, go, go: there's stuff to be sown, grass to be cut, beds to be prepared, plants to be

planted out, weeds to be controlled and brambles to be kept an eye on.

But after the initial 'Oh my gosh, how am I going to manage it all?' panic, then we realise that the evenings are much longer and how very agreeable it is at the end of a hot day to be gently pottering around the garden doing a few chores.

One thing that has really struck me this year is the lack of adaptability of some of my French neighbours.

They persist in doing things the old way, even though they often can no longer physically cope and so it becomes the job of family members to take over things, until the point that they no longer have the time or inclination and then it's a 'let's stop everything and just keep it looking tidy' deal. Why would one old person on their own want to plant 50 lettuces, I ask myself? The answer, more often than not, is 'because that's what we've always done'.

Please remember that gardening should be a pleasure - there's always a way to make things easier and work for you. It's in all our interests to preserve as much as we can of the old varieties that were locally important, but that doesn't mean always doing

“Le temps du muguet”

by Francis Lemarque

Il est revenu le temps du muguet Comme un vieil ami retrouvé Il est revenu flâner le long des quais Jusqu’au banc où je t’attendais Et j’ai vu refleurir L’éclat de ton sourir Aujourd’hui plus beau que jamais Le temps du muguet ne dure jamais Plus longtemps que le mois de mai Quand tous ses bouquets déjà seront fanés Pour nous deux rien n’aura changé Aussi belle qu’avant Notre chanson d’amour Chantera comme au premier jour Il s’en est allé le temps du muguet Comme un vieil ami fatigué Pout toute une année pour se faire oublier En partant il nous a laissé Un peu de son printemps Un peu de ses vingt ans Pour s’aimer pour s’aimer longtemps

things the hard way.

We are already in a dry patch, with the hot sunny days of April having dried out the soil significantly, so mulch well, plan to water to get seeds and young plants established and make sure water butts, etc. are fully operational for the sudden downpours we will probably get during the storms of later.

Start a garden notebook, if you haven't got one on the go already.

One idea that is certainly going into mine for next year is to plant a similar mix of bright blue muscari, dwarf yellow narcissi and taller orange ones into an area of lawn. This was seen on the outskirts of Limoges and was unutterably sweet and lovely. That's another reason why gardening is such an equal opportunity activity - not everyone can have landscaping done for them at vast cost, but everyone can take a good idea, grow the plants necessary for it and do their own version. All it takes is a little more time!

So this month things really get going. The shops are also full of tender salad plants, etc. – make sure you harden them off and if the weather turns cool, plant your tomatoes between two vertical terracotta roof

tiles so the sun's heat is absorbed by them and reflected back at night.

Continue sowing, planting, pricking out, harvesting.... how wonderful it is to pop down the garden and come back with a trug of fresh herbs, veg and flowers. Bliss!!

Dry the fresh young growth of herbs for later in the year – the plants will regrow even stronger. Look after your soft fruit and your fruit trees – looks like a good fruit year will hopefully come our way, unless there are late frosts.

Place a couple of heaps of manure where you want to plant your squashes & pumpkins - it'll really help to conserve the moisture they need for good growth later in the year.

Harvest comfrey when you can and either put it fresh where you want it round the bases of plants and trees, or onto the compost heap.

Get the garden furniture out of the barn and dusted off so that you can eat outside or stop for a well deserved cup of tea in between hoeing.

So many lovely things to do! Good gardening!!

Good gardening!!! ■

1er Mai, Fête du Muguet

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he 1 st of May brings with it the French tradition of the giving and receiving of small bouquets of muguets, or lily of the valley.

Although the flower has become associated with Labour Day, which is the official status of the May 1 st public holiday in France and across much of the world, it has its roots in the Renaissance court of Charles IX, nearly 500 years ago.

Flowering as it does in the month of May and symbolising for many the regeneration of spring and the promise of a prosperous season ahead, it was given by Charles IX to those around him on the 1st May 1561 to bring them good luck.

Labour Day itself didn’t arrive in France until 1889 when the date was adopted as the Fête du Travail, following an international congress in Paris in memory of those who had died demonstrating for an eight hour working day in the Chicago riots.

At a demonstration in Paris in 1890 over the eight hour day, workers wore a red triangle in their buttonholes to represent the three equal parts of what they saw as the ideal division of the day: work, rest and leisure. This triangle was subsequently replaced by the red rose and later still, the muguet: presumably because it flowered at around this date. It wasn’t until 1936, coinciding with the advent of paid holiday leave, that the muguet became available for sale commercially on and around the 1st of May. The modern tradition is to give your friends and loved ones bouquets of these fragrant flowers on this date to wish them luck and happiness. So popular has this custom become that the flower is intensively cultivated, especially in the region around Nantes, specifically for this date. There is even a law that allows any member

of the public to sell the flower commercially free of taxation and without a licence (so long as they do it at least 100 metres away from the nearest florist). ■

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The much maligned and misunderstood hornet

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part from great white sharks, hornets are probably one of the most feared and misunderstood creatures on the planet.

So, are hornets dangerous? Yes and no. About 4% of the population of France are allergic to hornet or bee venom. For them, immediate medical treatment may be required in case of anaphylactic shock following a sting. For the rest of us it’s just a painful reminder that summer has arrived. Bee and hornet venom differ slightly; you might be allergic to a hornet but not necessarily a bee sting.

Hornets are more aggressive than wasps, 3 stings and you’re a goner?

This is a myth passed down through the generations. Hornet venom is no more potent than wasp venom. It’s their size and loud wing buzz which make people assume they are more dangerous. If anything, hornets are less aggressive than wasps.

In the springtime hornets are busy building their nests and won’t normally bother you. Later in the year - approximately mid-September - the queen stops laying eggs and the worker insects seek food for the nest. This includes fermented fruit, so you do have lots of aggressive, drunk insects flying about!

Why are they stinging me? You have got too close to their nest or you have made them angry. If you flap your arms about or swat one, they emit an attack pheromone which will encourage others to join in the melée. If you ignore them, they will generally leave you alone.

A few deep breaths is better than a rolled up newspaper.

Giant killer Asian hornet? Sorry, they don’t exist in France! Asian hornets are an invasive species and should be destroyed professionally.

They arrived via a shipment from

Asia to Bordeaux in 2004 and have spread rapidly throughout large parts of France. The Asian hornet has distinctive yellow legs and a mainly black abdomen with a thin yellow band. A nest can contain up to 20 queens, each laying 50 eggs a

day, it can be built up to 30m from the ground and can contain 30,000 adults.

European hornets are brownish with yellow stripes and their nests contain only one queen, who lays about 50 eggs per day. A mature nest can contain about 2,000 adults.

European hornets can be an irritation, but do a very good job of insect control in the garden. European hornets are protected in Germany and it is frowned upon to destroy them in the UK... but in France they’re the “Jaws” of the garden!

I’ve found the nest, what next?

Don’t disturb it, don’t approach it during the daytime unless you know what you’re doing and wear suitable clothing. The French love it when we English talk about royalty, and are aghast when I mention the only solution to your problem

is to kill the queen! To destroy a nest, she must be eliminated.

For more information on this topic or anything else to do with pest control, please contact Robert Moon from Applicateur 3D: 02 48 60 83 72 06 74 33 02 38 www.applicateur3d.com

Court Hearings and Minors in France

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n France, whenever a minor (under 18 years of age) is involved in a legal proceeding, they may ask to be heard by the judge presiding over the case. The most common scenario is when parents are battling for custody of a child.

According to the law, a minor can be heard once they are deemed “capable of discernment”. In this respect, the judge will take into account the child's age, maturity and ability to express themself.

In practice, judges will hear children from around the age of 7 or 8 years old.

The child, or their parent, must ask to be heard by the judge but there is no obligation to be heard; the child can refuse to be heard, but must first be made aware of the possibility to do so.

The request must be made either by the child themself (a simple letter sent by post will suffice),

or by one of the parents who can ask that their child be heard.

If the request comes from the child, the judge can not refuse it; if the request comes from the parent, the judge has the right to refuse permission.

In every case, the child will be heard by the judge before the hearing that will determine the outcome of the case.

The judge will hear the child without the parents, or their lawyers, present, although the child may choose to be accompanied by their own lawyer, or another individual (but this may be refused by the judge).

The child's lawyer can not also represent either parent in a case where, for example, there is a dispute over custody.

In principle, it will be the judge that hears the

France, the UK and Succession Tax

Question: I am a single man resident in the UK with 2 non dependent children; I do not own a property in the UK but own a property in France value approx. £150,000.

Presently I am assessing the inheritance tax liabilities on my estate in the UK and need advice on the inheritance tax liabilities on the French property in either the UK and/or France.

I understand that I can gift the French property to my two children and this would eliminate the liability to pay inheritance tax in France but would this also mean there is no inheritance tax liability in UK? Answer: If your place of “domicile” is the UK, the value of your French property would be included in your worldwide estate for UK tax purposes, with credit being given for any tax paid in France. Your children would be subject to French succession tax (equivalent to UK inheritance tax) on the value of the French property. The tax allowance is currently €100,000 per child, so, as long as your property is worth less than €200,000 and you leave it to both children equally, there would be no French tax to pay.

If you were to gift the property to your children, during your lifetime, French gift tax (“droits de donation”) would be payable. The gift tax allowance in France is also €100,000 per child, and it is renewed every fifteen years. Therefore, based on the current valuation, there would be no tax payable in France assuming that you have not gifted any other French assets to them in the previous fifteen years. There would be no further French inheritance tax payable by them on your death.

Were they to sell the property on your death, they would be liable to French capital gains tax on any gain made since the date of gift. They would normally also be subject to CGT in the UK, with credit being given for any tax paid in France.

However, in the UK you have to consider the impact of both capital gains tax and inheritance tax, if you decide to gift the property.

In the UK, worldwide gifts made by UK tax residents are subject to capital gains tax. If you have lived in the French property at some stage, it is possible that at least part of the gain will qualify for an exemption under the UK Principal Residence Relief. The gain would be calculated based on the current market value of the property since the gift is made to a ‘connected person’. If a chargeable gain arises, the tax is levied at either 18% or 28% depending on the level of your UK taxable income. You are also entitled to an Annual Exemption of £11,000 (for the year ended 5th April 2015).

If you are UK domiciled, your worldwide assets are subject to UK inheritance tax. Life-time gifts to children are normally classified as Potentially Exempt Transfers. This means that the value of the assets gifted is not included as part of your taxable estate on your death provided that you survive for seven years after the date of the gift. However, if you continue to use the property yourself, the gift could be considered a ‘Gift with Reservation’. In this situation the UK tax authorities argue that you have not made a genuine gift and the value of the property would still remain in your taxable estate. It is possible to avoid this by paying market rent to your children for the periods that you occupy the property personally.

You should also consider non-tax implications of the gift; for example, the children would have control of the property and could sell it even if you wished to keep it available for your use during your life-time. You may wish to consider retaining a type of life-interest (called usufruit in French). The rules governing gifts are complicated and it is always advisable to get expert cross-border advice if you considering gifting a French property. ■

child, although, under certain circumstances, the judge may appoint someone else to perform this task.

The hearing will take place at the court – the judge will not carry out a home visit.

The judge will transcribe what the child says into a written account that will form part of the judge's case file. ■ For more information on this topic, contact: Laure CHAVERON, Avocat 36 avenue Pierre Leroux, 23600 Boussac Tel: 05 55 82 18 99 13 place Général Espagne, 23200 Aubusson Mob: 06 50 66 77 48 E: laure.chaveron@wanadoo.fr http://avocats.fr/space/laure.chaveron

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The Full English Breakfast

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orsque les gens évoquent les Britanniques, ces derniers font vite l’objet d’un certain nombre de stéréotypes tels que: nous sommes très réservés, nous portons un respect tout religieux à notre thé… et nous aimons accompagner notre petitdéjeuner de bacon, saucisses et œufs tous les matins, ce que l’on appelle le «petit-déjeuner anglais complet».

Traditionnellement, ce repas combine tout ou partie des ingrédients suivants: du bacon, des saucisses, des œufs (sur le plat ou brouillés), des haricots blancs à la sauce tomate, des champignons revenus à la

the rest of Europe. A recent study revealed that 34% of the population in Britain regularly skip breakfast. That compares with just 17% in France.

So where does the Full English Breakfast come from? This is very difficult to establish and many parts of the country claim that they 'invented' it. A popular explanation is a religious one. Historically, a religious calendar guided many people's lives. Each year at Lent, before the 40-day fast, people had to use up their meat - this is in the days before freezers! Pigs were a popular animal, so a lot of that meat was pork and bacon.

The meat was often eaten with eggs, which also had to be used up. This gave rise to one enormous meal and the Full English Breakfast was born.

The Full English Breakfast has had to adapt to survive in modern times. First, it moved away from a strictly morning meal by becoming 'brunch' - a

combination of breakfast and lunch. Then it became a meal for all times of the day. Look on the menu in many pubs across the UK and you will see an “All Day Breakfast” for sale.

One breakfast you may want to avoid is “The Big One” Britain's unhealthiest breakfast.

In 2011, Steven Magee became the first person to conquer this giant 7,500 calorie breakfast on the menu at a cafe in Northamptonshire. Weighing 3kg, the huge plate holds three sausages, three beef burgers, three fried eggs, three rashers of bacon, three slices of black pudding, three portions of baked beans and three portions of mushrooms. Still hungry?

Good, because it comes with three potato waffles, three potato scones, three hash browns, three portions of fried bread, three slices of bread and butter and three slices of toast.

Perhaps our reputation is justified after all!! ■

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hen people think of the British, a few stereotypes quickly emerge: we are very reserved, we treat tea like it is a religion... and we enjoy a breakfast of bacon, sausages and egg every morning - the “Full English Breakfast”.

Traditionally, this meal will involve a combination of some or all of the following ingredients: bacon, sausages, eggs (fried and/or scrambled), baked beans, fried mushrooms, fried potatoes, grilled tomatoes, black pudding, fried bread, toast... it makes you hungry just thinking about it!!

It is true that this is a popular meal across the Channel and as you travel around Scotland, Wales, England and Ireland, regional variations will appear.

But what often comes as a disappointment to many people is that we do not eat it every day. In fact, the British eat fewer breakfasts than most of

poêle, des pommes de terre sautées, des tomates grillées, du boudin noir, du pain frit, du pain grillé … ça vous donne faim rien qu’en y pensant !

Il est vrai que c’est un repas populaire outre-manche, sachant qu’il est sujet à des variations selon si vous vous trouvez en Ecosse, au Pays de Galles, en Angleterre ou en Irlande. Cependant, la déception est grande pour beaucoup de personnes lorsqu’elles apprennent que nous ne consommons pas ce petit-déjeuner tous les jours.

En réalité, en comparaison avec la plupart des autres pays d’Europe, les Britanniques sont ceux qui prennent le moins

souvent un petit-déjeuner et une étude récente révèle que 34 % de la population saute ce repas contre 17 % en France.

Alors, qui a «inventé» ce petit-déjeuner complet? La réponse n’est pas simple et beaucoup de régions en revendiquent la paternité. Le respect du calendrier religieux qui, autrefois, ponctuait la vie de beaucoup de gens pourrait en être à l’origine. En effet, chaque année avant le carême et ses 40 jours de jeûne, les gens devaient terminer leurs réserves de viande et d’œufs car les congélateurs n’existaient pas à l’époque! Le cochon étant un animal populaire, ils mangeaient essentiellement de la viande de

The Bugle thanks French teacher, Sophie Arsac, for the translation of this month's bilingual article on a topical aspect of FrancoBritish culture.

Bilingual Crossword Clues in English - answers in French

Across:

Down:

5. old (5) 6. pasta (5) 8. bacon (5) 9. street (3) 12. tow trucks (11) 13. cape (3) 14. shin (5) 17. woman (5) 18. flower (5)

1. bed (3) 2. hurricane (7) 3. mast (3) 4. to refuse (7) 7. cash (7) 10. petals (7) 11. fuse (7) 15. friend (3) 16. juice (3)

Bilingual crossword solution can be found on page 29 porc et des tranches de bacon.

Ce repas gargantuesque a donné naissance au véritable petitdéjeuner anglais complet.

Pour “survivre”, ce petitdéjeuner a dû se moderniser: initialement consommé le matin, il s’est transformé en «brunch», ce mot étant une combinaison des mots anglais «breakfast» et «lunch», jusqu’à devenir un repas pouvant être servi à toute heure de la journée. Jetez un coup d’œil sur le menu des pubs du RoyaumeUni et vous verrez que bon nombre d’entre eux proposent «un petit-déjeuner» tout au long de la journée.

Cependant, vous préféreriez peut-être éviter le «petitdéjeuner géant», le pire exemple de malbouffe britannique… En 2011, Steven

Magee fut le premier à venir à bout d’un petit-déjeuner géant de 7 500 calories dans un café de Northamptonshire.

Pesant 3 kg, l’immense assiette contenait trois saucisses, trois steaks de bœuf haché, trois œufs au plat, trois tranches de bacon, trois tranches de boudin noir, trois portions de haricots blancs à la sauce tomate et trois portions de champignons. Vous avez toujours faim? Oui? Tant mieux parce que ce n’est pas terminé: il y avait également trois gaufres aux pommes de terre, trois scones aux pommes de terre, trois galettes de pomme de terre, trois portions de pain frit, trois tranches de pain beurré et trois tranches de pain grillé.

Peut-être que notre réputation est justifiée, après tout!! ■

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(Gouzon) €25.00 Tel: 05 55 62 25 18 FOR SALE: Various Beautiful solid oak dining/kitchen table, 84cm wide by 150cm long, 75 euros. Also dark wood dresser with glass fronted top cabinets, 45 euros. 2 pine single beds with mattresses, hardly used, 25 euros each. Buyer collects from Coussac Bonneval area. Tel: 05 55 09 20 63 FOR SALE: Various - Furniture Pine headboard - 5ft - medium stain - 20€; Ikea pine effect kitchen doors, drawer fronts, side panels, etc. Reasonable offers. Text 06 41 99 57 40 (St Yrieix 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: Headboard (pine) for double bed In excellent condition. €15.00 Tel: 05 55 78 79 02 FOR SALE: Dining Furniture DUCAL PINE DINING TABLE, MATCHING SIDEBOARD and 8 DINING CHAIRS (including 2 CARVERS). Also nest of 3 TABLES and a WINE TABLE. (Table 168 x 103cm, extending to 213 x 103cm, sideboard 173 x 44cm with height 87cm). €325.00 Text or tel 06 41 99 57 40. (St-Yrieix-la-Perche)

FURNITURE FOR SALE: Directors chair Cream. €25.00 Tel: 05 55 89 24 71 FOR SALE: 3 piece suite 2

GARDEN FOR SALE: Briggs & Stratton sit on lawn mower Good condition, regularly serviced. €700.00ono Tel: 05 55 64 34 49

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Tel:- 05 55 80 34 26

SIREN: 520 807 660

ANIMALS & PETS

Sardent-Masmangeas (Auberge du Lac) Sat 02-May St-Sébastien (pl. du Champ de Foire) Wed 06-May Marsac (Chez Jacques) Fri 08-May La Cellette (Auberge de la Tour) Sat 09-May Pommiers (Bar de Pommier) Wed 13-May Bonnat (Bar des Sports) Thu 14-May Cheniers (Auberge du Chaumiers) Fri 15-May Boussac (pl. de l’hôtel de ville) Sat 16-May St-Germain-Beaupré (Maison Durran) Wed 20-May Bourganeuf (Esp. Martin Nadaud) Thu 21-May La Châtre (Au Jardin d’Eté) Fri 22-May Peyrat-le-Château (in square by PMU bar) Sat 23-May Bussière-Dunoise (Auberge du Tilleul) Wed 27-May IMPORTANT - Please email your orders stating your time of arrival.

Please consult our website for any updates.

( nr Bourganeuf) FOR SALE: 4m x 6m GALA TENT (Marquee) Immaculate condition. Used only once for two sunny dry days and repacked in its original boxes. Includes 1. an unused ground bar set 2. 4 pairs of weights for inclement weather 3. All instructions and care advice. Price £450 or €600.

Tel: 05 53 07 45 10 / 0044 (0) 7781 126930 FOR SALE: Aluminium deck mulching self propelling lawnmower Colombia PM520 TBM Briggs & Stratton 625 E series 190 cc. 1 year old. New price Euro 399, asking price Euro 250. €250.00 Tel: 05 55 66 27 69 (Saint-Georges-la-Pouge) FOR SALE: Traditional farmhouse gates With posts

and all fittings. All brand new, bespoke, unused. Gates are 3.73m long. Tel: 07 61 21 85 15 (French mob)

folding base large under basket, suspension. Interchange cot/ push chair. Winter covers and hoods + parasol, etc. €130.00ono Tel: 05 55 62 25 18 FOR SALE: Bottle top pressure wire cages For champagne type wine or beer. 900 in packets 50.

35 euros the lot. Tel: 05 55 62 25 18 FOR SALE: Tent and Tent Parts 2 separate 2-3 man suspended inner tents, cotton enclose sown to water proof groundsheets.

Hooks for suspension, pockets etc VGC. 1 complete 2-3man tent- metal poles for outer tent, suspended cotton inner tent and groundsheet. Small porch.

Extra Tent pegs. 30euros the lot.

(Gouzon) Tel: 05 55 62 25 18 FOR SALE: Leather Briefcase Brown leather, never used.

Expands. A4. (Gouzon) Tel: 05 55 62 25 18 FOR SALE: Full Safety Harness With maillons and ropes, bought for tree climbing and pruning, hardly used. (Gouzon) €150.00 Tel: 05 55 62 25 18 FOR SALE: China Animal Ornaments etc 9 various china animal ornaments VGC

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GENERAL FOR SALE: Various Electric radiator 20 euro; Bread maker 25 euro; Electric oven with rotisier 40 euro; Fishing rod, box, reel and nets 89 24 71 FOR SALE: Brand new cider press Plus cider making books. €50.00ono Tel: 05 55 64 34 49 FOR SALE: Ladies and gents mountain bikes Excellent condition, hardly used. 40 euros each ono. Tel: 05 55 64 34 49 60 euro. Tel: 05 55 FOR SALE: Various New plastic bath 25 euros. New solid wood doors 211 x 77 three panel 50 euros, 218 x 77 solid panel at bottom with 8 panels for glass above 50 euros. Plasterboard hoist as new 100 euros. Large inflatable swimming pool, steps but no filter pump 50 euros.

Small chop saw 10 euros. Small tile disc cutter 10 euros. Large electric scroll saw vgc 50 euros.

6 old cast iron radiators various sizes vgc 100 euros. Electric tile disc cutter large 50 euros. Tel after 6pm 05 87 77 20 82 FOR SALE: Superb Pram Very practical, olive green,

35euros. China pooh bear honey pot music box ltd edition with box and certificate 15euros.

Wooden carved lizard approx 20cm long, 5euros. Large metal cow ornament as new, silver coloured approx 50cm long 30cm high 10euros. 2 china table lamp bases non-matching, 3euros each. (Gouzon) Tel: 05 55 62 25 18 FOR SALE: 200 Books (approx) free to good home or library Mixture of adult and children's books, mainly English some French, mixed fiction and non fiction. Collector takes all.

(Gouzon) Tel: 05 55 62 25 18 FOR SALE: 2 Windows from chateau chapel Quite rotten but

very pretty. Maybe for your future hen house? Price to be debated. Money goes to animal shelter. Tel: 06 66 24 85 49 FOR SALE: Leisure range

cream & black gas cooker Very good condition, bought in the UK with 6 months use only.

Selling due to LPG incompatible and we don't have mains gas.

(Nr Gouzon 23) €250.00 Tel: 05 55 61 19 10 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: 16 ft green Canadian canoe Plus 2 paddles and buoyancy aids. As new, been in water twice. €450.00 Tel: 02 54 06 96 88 Email: rngreenwell@gmail.com FOR SALE: Various Huge old wooden wheelbarrow, solid rubber tyre - some enthusiast will enjoy restoring it' – 30 Euros; OAK PARQUET - still shop-wrapped, 70mm wide x 23mm thick - 18 packs @ 1.12 metres squared - 35 Euros per pack; LIMOUSIN OX-CART huge and magnificent example - probably always kept under cover wheels 1m62 diameter body 3m x 1m plus 2m70 shaft - 8 pointed staves to support hay extant, each 1m40 – 195 Euros; HOME GYM POWERSTACK 200LB BENCH PRESS good condition – 185 Euros; WASHING MACHINE scarcely used - PRO-LINE from DARTY - Economy Level A, washing efficiency level B - 99 Euros; SMALL FRIDGE - fits under worktop - PRO-LINE A CLASS - 48cm x 60cm x 84cm high - freezer compartment 70 Euros; BROYEUR to chip garden branches - 55 Euros; CARAVAN TOILET - PORTA POTTI ELEGANCE - top of the range - little used - 49 Euros; OLD 2-WHEEL CART - useful in the garden or for fun with the children or grandchildren - wheels 60cm diameter, body 63cm x 90cm x 36cm deep shafts almost 1metre - priceless historic gem - a snip - 50 Euros; CORRUGATED PLASTIC TRANSLUCENT SHEETING - 2m00 x 66cm - 9 pieces @ 10 Euros each or the lot for - 75 Euros; 1930's (?) OAK DRAWLEAF DINING TABLE, ENGLISH with diagonal cross-members 91cm x 91cm, extending to maximum 91cm x 1m50 - as solid as Nelson's 'Victory' - 60 Euros; FRENCH DINING TABLE - chestnut?

- 1.03m x 1.25m - very solid rounded corners - much admired by visitors - 70 Euros. (Near St-Laurent-sur-Gorre) Email: tonybigglesworth@hotmail. co.uk FOR SALE: Motorcycle apparel

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Hein Gericke: Ladies Goretex cold weather suit (UK size 12) 100 Euros; Gents Goretex cold weather suit (UK size 42 chest 33 waist) 100 Euros; Gents leather bike jacket with Harley Davidson Eagle on back (UK size 44) 50 Euros; Frank Thomas Ladies leather sports bike jacket (size 12) 50 Euros; Boots (size 4) 20 Euros. Tel: 02 54 06 96 88 Email: rngreenwell@gmail.com House Clearance - Everything must go Beds, bed settees, dining tables and chairs, various chests of drawers, washing machine, fridge, freezer, gas cooker, garden furniture, tools, etc. No reasonable offer refused. Tel: 05 55 64 34 49 (nr Bourganeuf) FOR SALE: TV Unit 2 Shelves.

Beech. 31”W x 22”H x 15”D. Excellent Clean Condition.

(23400 St Dizier Leyrenne) €20.00 Tel: 05 55 64 46 27 Email: tiony_48@hotmail.com FOR SALE: Celestron C8-SGT Advanced computerised Telescope Including tripod

with computerised mount. Plus, Baader Sky Surfer V Red Dot Finder, Skywatcher Power tank and box of lenses. Cost in the UK over £1500. Bargain price at 800 euros or happy to negotiate. Buyer must collect as quite heavy. More information if required. Châteauneuf-la-Fôret (87). €800.00ono Tel: 05 55 57 28 74 FOR SALE: Hundreds of secondhand books Fiction and non fiction. Here most of the time. Les Sauvelles on RN941.

Tel: 05 55 66 10 34 FOR SALE: Royal Albert Bone China Tea Set Consisting of 6

cups/saucers, 6 tea plates, 1 milk jug, sugar bowl and cake plate.

All pieces are in mint condition.

We are near Chénérailles in dept 23. €50.00 Tel: 05 55 62 77 41 FOR SALE: Royal Vale Bone China tea set Consisting of 6

cups/sauces, 6 tea plates. In mint condition. We are near Chénérailles in dept 23. €35.00 Tel: 05 55 62 77 41 FOR SALE: Various John Lewis duvet cover and matching sheet, unused. Pale blue. 15€. Mirror

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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: Lowry framed prints (3) In excellent condition.

40 euros for the three framed prints. Tel: 05 55 78 79 02 FOR SALE: Beige chandelier

8 bulbs, 70cm drop, 70cm diameter. St Yrieix. €45.00 Tel: 06 41 99 57 40 FOR SALE: Porcelain for tea room/ B and B (Limoges hotel ware) white with flower border: 10 individual 2-cup teapots; 18 teacups and scrs; 18 tea plates; 6 sugar bowls; 10 milk jugs (150cl); 2 milk jugs (300cl); 12 coffee cups and scrs. Sold as a lot. €200.00 Tel: 05 55 69 21 98 FOR SALE: LCD TV 20” TFT

LCD TV (Firstline). Overall size: 24” (61cm) wide X 18.5” (47cm) height on removable base. Multiple inputs including SCART, S-Video and PC. Not HD. Full working order and in good condition. Complete with remote control, power supply and manual in English. €35.00 Tel: 05 55 78 79 02 (near Rochechouart)

FOR SALE: Godin Log Burner

Excellent condition. Buyer collects. €350.00 Tel: 05 55 89 24 71 FOR SALE: Kodak Hero 5.1 printer Needs a new print head and has UK plug. 10 euros.

Plus, 15 colour and black ink cartridges 30XL. 15 euros or 20 euros for both. Buyer must collect. Chateauneuf-la-Forêt (87). Tel: 05 55 57 28 74 Email: rynn.sandra@orange.fr FOR SALE: Wood burning Fire SUPRA, Colmar 5 - 7 Kw. Flu Size 125 mm (rear). 61cm H, 56cm W, 36cm Dp. (Cash deal, buyer collects) €250.00 Tel: 09 72 31 69 61 Email: pbrslr@ hotmail.com FOR SALE: Books Approx 140/150, good condition, popular authors: Jeffrey Deaver, Michael Connelly, Sue Grafton, Lee Child, Susan Lewis, Clive Cussler, Phillippa Gregory, etc.

Proceeds to Charity. €50.00 Tel: 05 55 03 15 82 FOR SALE: Computer accessories Phillips 18.5 inch computer screen. Hardly used and in excellent condition - €45.

Logitech camera and software excellent condition €15. Acer french keyboard - excellent condition €10. Tel: 05 55 64 22 25 Email: geeinfrance@gmail. com 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) FOR SALE: OLD FRENCH JIGSAW PUZZLE CUBES IN

ORIGINAL WOODEN BOX

(4 different pictures). Stored in barn for years and some wear and tear to picture on outer side lid of the box, and cubes, as would be expected. The box is in good condition, as is the picture on inside of box - complete. €20.00 Tel: 0555 787902 (near Rochechouart)

FOR SALE: Tow a Van Box Trailer with roller shutter door Very good condition. Contact for more information. €900.00 Tel: 05 55 69 75 67 Email: rofesteven@yahoo.co.uk FOR SALE: Peugeot 806 2002 petrol, automatic, 2.00, selling for spares/repair. 8 seats, needs a new rear exhaust and 2 new front tyres for the CT, good runner, need to sell quickly as moving away, bargain price. €700.00ono Tel: 09 80 47 24 82 Email: helen@guardcrest.com FOR SALE: 2003 Mazda 6 TS2 Estate Metallic silver, 2.0i petrol,

FOR SALE: Boat and trailer

WANTED 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: 2009 MINI One Hatch with Pepper Pack and other extras Lightning Blue

VEHICLES / PARTS FOR SALE: “AUTOSTAR” Campervan Left hand drive, full

French registration, Carte Grise, long contrôle technique. Ford 2 litre engine. 4 berth with two burners and oven, showertoilet.

Hot air heating, large fridge, two radios and exterior antenna for TV. Mileage of 45,847 is believed original and the interior and interior condition supports this figure. Six brand new tyres are fitted and the engine starts and runs perfectly.

Exterior is full bike racks and tow bar. Installed in the engine bay is a “silent” generator to replace need for leisure battery. €4,000.00 Tel: 05 55 54 91 87 FOR SALE: Renault Scenic Automatic R X T 1997, LHD, 1.6 petrol, Metallic Grey, Leather seats and trim. Air con. ABS. 2 new tyres, CT Mot passed 30/03/2015, Cambelt and water pump and oil and filters changed less than 3000 kms. Engine 114300 kms, vehicle 195800 kms. Good condition. Contact Lidia via email. €1,950.00ono Email: bambuk51@gmail.com

manual, 5 speed. RHD drive.

First registered in UK in 2003.

French registered. CT until 10/2016. 92,687 miles (148,300 kms). Full service history.

Excellent mechanically & bodywork. Two owners, current owner since 2006. Full black leather seats. Air conditioning.

ABS. Cruise control. Front fogs. Alloy wheels. Full colour coded bumpers. Bose CD audio system with sub-woofer.

Electric windows (F&R), door mirrors & driver’s seat. Original UK lights and snow chains included. Genuine reason for sale. Further info, please contact John. €3,950.00ono Tel: 05 55 78 20 14 Email: dawnwatcher@ hotmail.com FOR SALE: 1987 White Citroen 1.0 AX 210,000 kilometres on

the clock. Bodywork generally good, few scratches /dints but what you would expect for the age of the vehicle. Inside tired but serviceable. Used daily, runs well (typical 50mpg), CT 05/16.

Good little run-a-round. Tel: 06 70 10 88 80

Petrol, RHD, Dec 2009, Blue, French Registered, CT July 2016, Only 28000 kilometres, Excellent condition. €6,250.00 T: 05 55 60 26 90

Metallic, Petrol 1.4, Manual, RHD French Registered, FSH last serviced December 2014/CT Due January 2017, Chrome Line Exterior, Body Coloured Mirror Caps, 15’’ Alloys, 6 Speed Gearbox, Cosmos Black Cloth Interior, Height Adjustable Drivers Seat & Steering Column, Leather Steering Wheel, Air-Con, ABS, Auto Stop/Start energy saving function, Dynamic Stability Control, Computer, ISOFIX, Luggage Pack including many other extras. 97,000KMS. Ex dealer demonstrator and one very careful owner from new.

Extremely reluctant sale, much loved car. £5700 ONO or equivalent in Euros. Nr Chalus 87230, Haute Vienne. No timewasters please. Tel: 05 55 50 19 16 Email: carrie.ward@ btconnect.com FOR SALE: Citroen C4 Grand Picasso 7 seats, 1.6 VTR+,

WANTED: Digger or Excavator 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: Gas convection oven for light commercial use (Not domestic size). Good working condition. Will collect.

Tel: 05 55 00 99 18 Email: deannaandkeith@gmail.com WANTED: Carpet UK style, good quality, second hand, e.g. Axminster/ Wilton) for three or more average size rooms. Anything considered, but needed in Chambon-surVoueize (23). Tel: 07 89 93 28 68 Email: barry.blundell@ yahoo.com WANTED: Piano Piano wanted by serious student, also older sheet music. Also need to find somebody able to move a piano to Chambon-sur-Vouieze (23) (no stairs)! Tel: 07 89 93 28 68 Email: barry.blundell@yahoo. com WANTED: Slate bed pub style 7' pool table Any condition. Tel: 05 87 77 20 82 (ask for Mike phone evenings) WANTED: Trailer - any age or condition Tel: 02 48 56 74 73 WANTED: Caravan Cash buyer. Tel: 02 48 56 74 73 WANTED: OLD MOTOR CYCLES Barn clearance, garage clearance. Pre 1966 motor cycles hidden away in barns and garages wanted for cash, any condition, even the rusty ones and non runners.

Everything considered. Friendly buyer will call round. Pls tel Martin on 05 55 89 12 96

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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

Painters/Decorators Plasterers Plumbers Roofing Sandblasting >> pg 20-21 Chimney Sweeps Computers/Satellites >> pg 21 Food & Drink >> pg 21 Garden Services >> pg 21 >> pg 22-23 Gifts & Crafts Handholding Services >> pg 23

>> pg 20 >> pg 20 >> pg 20 >> pg 20

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

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

06 79 23 57 09 - see pg 8

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Animals & Pets

ZE DOG (& CAT) HOUSE

Family, cage-free boarding for dogs and cats.

Positive dog training and counseling.

We make sure that “Ze Dog (& Cat) House” is a real home from home for your companions so that they, as well as you, spend a great time on holiday!

June Altman, Le Puytren, 87800 Meilhac

Tel: 05 55 58 87 94 / Mob: 06 61 01 12 21 Email: junealtman@orange.fr or junealtman@yahoo.fr

Certificat de capacité n° 87-203 RCS Limoges 750 912 057

Champlong Chatterie

Caring, quiet accommodation just for cats

>> pg 23-24 >> pg 24 >> pg 24 >> pg 24 >> pg 24 >> pg 24 >> pg 24 >> pg 24-25 >> pg 25 >> pg 26 >> pg 26

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

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

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Antiques/ Brocantes

Alison & Ray

MOTOR PARTS CHARENTE

Suppliers of Car & Van Spares & LHD headlights 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

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LCS 23 Autos

Car and Van Sales European Transport

champlongchatterie@me.com www.champlongchatterie.com

06 23 29 24 70 - see pg 19

SIRET: 520 896 671 00010

(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

Your advert here 05 55 41 17 76

Your advert here 05 55 41 17 76

siret: 799 169 479 00018

Tel: 05 55 60 27 83

Kennels & Cattery

>> pg 27 >> pg 27

Building Services

TEL: 06 30 96 02 02

JUNCT 22 off A20, Arnac la Poste

The Orchard

>> pg 26 >> pg 26 >> pg 26 >> pg 26 >> pg 26 >> pg 26 >> pg 26-27

THE DOUBLE DECKER FLEA MARKET 2nd Sunday of every month By the Double Decker Bus Argenton sur creuse, Z.I. Les Narrons (Near Total Access petrol station)

Open all day from 8h00 to 18h00 Loads of old furniture at great prices!

FREE DELIVERY

Tel: 06 08 50 36 26

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See Display Ad pg 22

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Architects/ Surveyors CHARTERED STRUCTURAL ENGINEER

Pre-purchase & Structural Surveys.

Verbal & written reports.

Structural calculations & drawings.

Redevelopment ideas & solutions.

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

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Web: www.versineer.com Email: enquiries@versineer.com Siret: 498 843 051 00018

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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.

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ADVERTORIAL

Neptune by French Lily Spring/Summer Collection is here…

A

ward winning British furniture and accessory manufacturer Neptune is pleased to announce its Spring/Summer 2015 collection at its flagship showroom nestled in the Limousin.

Founded in 1996 by John SimsHilditch and Giles Redman, Neptune is a fast growing international lifestyle brand that designs and manufactures furniture and accessories for the whole home. Quality, value and service is key together with a passion for developing beautifully designed products alongside an appreciation and respect for its customers.

Hannah & Stuart Watson, who created Neptune by French Lily in 2013, already display three out of Neptune’s four kitchen ranges in their 50sqm showroom in the Limousin, and are excited to talk about Neptune’s new products and exciting colour range this spring. From

gorgeous painted and solid oak planters for the garden to outdoor scatter cushions with new accent colours to complement Neptune’s wide range of garden furniture, there are lots of beautiful new products to consider.

The team at French Lily also con-

Architectural DRAWING SERVICE

Le Charme De Chêne Handmade solid oak joinery and furniture

Renovating your French property?

New build?

Dossiers prepared Permis de Construire Déclarations Préalables

Tel: 05 53 52 36 05

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Building Services

Our joinery expertise includes barn doors, barn door frame openings, staircases, kitchens, windows & doors.

We also make handmade furniture.

Every item is bespoke and made to measure.

Please visit our website for recent installations and references.

sists of an experienced Kitchen Designer and very skilled Joiner. If you are renovating your kitchen, their Kitchen Designer will visit you in your home and discuss your requirements before she puts pen to paper and designs your dream kitchen, which will be both functional and beautiful. Her experience and creativity will bring fresh eyes to your space. Their Joiner travels nationwide expertly fitting Neptune’s solid wood kitchens. His workmanship is second to none; he brings skill and attention to detail to the very last part of your project, ensuring that your Neptune kitchen is fitted perfectly.

Neptune MD, John Sims-Hilditch comments: “The synergy between Neptune and Hannah and Stuart was apparent from our first discussions and we are confident that we’ve found fantastic representatives for the French market. Their small team of experts matches our team in the UK combining the best in design,

INSTALLATION23

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Siret: 753 054 030 00014

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02 54 25 65 08 06 16 91 64 67

Electricians

WOODWORK

SALAMANDRE

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

05 55 14 12 43

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

Nicholas Hemming Wood Craft www.nicholashemming.co.uk

02 48 63 15 09 - see main ad pg 12

Steven Rofe 20+ Years experience

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

www.lecharmedechene.com contactus@lecharmedechene.com

Carpenters/ Joiners DOORS, WINDOWS, SHUTTERS, STAIRCASES, OAK FRAMES...

FROM LOCAL HARD AND SOFT WOODS. SHUTTERS FROM 35 EUROS. Please explore our website for more information:

Lumiere Service et Energie • 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

E-mail: installation23@gmail.com

SHAUN BARWICK QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN

MADE TO MEASURE

joinery and customer service.”

The team at Neptune by French Lily are open every Saturday between 10am and 4pm, other days by appointment. Why not make a visit to the showroom, just 5 minutes off the N145 on the outskirts of SaintPriest-la-Plaine, and have a look at the beautiful range of furniture, paint and accessories available. ■

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

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)

Tel: 09 72 35 74 73

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

Pink Electrique 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.

Tel: 05 55 63 10 68 Mob: 06 64 59 48 64

Email: info@pink-electrique.fr www.pink-electrique.fr SIRET: 788 709 871 00016

Neptune by French Lily Vervaux, 23240 St-Priest-la-Plaine 05 55 80 92 91 info@frenchlily.fr

sales@thebugle.eu 05 55 41 17 76 Steve Johns

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.

Please mention The Bugle when responding to adverts

Building Services Fosses Septiques LES VIDANGES LIMOUSINES ▪ Emptying septic tanks ▪ Unblocking pipes ▪ Cleaning wells ▪ Group rates available between neighbours Call David - 24/24 7/7

06 49 66 44 25 87800 Jourgnac Siret N° 750 725 780 00019

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

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

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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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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 6 years

see our portfolio at www.LCE23.com

05.55.80.83.30

registered and insured for all work we do

Paul Jones Renovation

Building Services All Renovations and Constructions

General Scaffolding Hire

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

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

JONES ENTREPRISE Quality Workmanship

06 42 73 83 37

Carpenter Builder

La Coterie Entreprise

Portfolio available to view at www.jonesentreprise.com

siret: 795 207 067 00013

Approved septic tank installer

05.55.80.83.30

www.lce23.com See our main ad above

Steve Johns Assainissement

fosse-septique23.com

05.55.64.11.73 - see pg 12

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

email: jones23entreprise@orange.fr Jeff Jones: 06 38 25 74 62 siret: 810 322 123 00011

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

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

05 55 89 69 46

Please mention The Bugle when responding to adverts

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

French Lily

R & B Construction

Kitchens & Interiors 05 55 80 92 91 - see pg 2

Harlequin Developments All aspects of renovation and refurbishment, big or small, undertaken.

Your advert here

Harlequin Developments are a Distributor and Installer for Solarventi, solar dehumidifying and water heating products, as well as a range of other renewable energies

05 55 41 17 76

harlequindevelopments@live.com www.harlequindevelopments.com

05.55.68.67.56 06.06.60.46.97 SIRET: 494.501.067.00016

SIRET: 503 169 237 00016

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

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

GODSON

Travaux Publics www.pilgrim23.com 05.55.62.61.12 - pg 3

sales@LCE23.com Monte Sarginson

Your advert here

House Renovations

05 55 41 17 76

Tel: 05 55 63 88 70 Mob: 06 21 34 18 20

Davis & Davis

Paul Goldsmith Interior Renovations

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

Inside & Out

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

Siret no 507 516 748 00013

Registered for 8 years in France

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

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

05 55 60 29 50 / 06 04 13 30 57

e: lasout@live.com

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...

email: davis-davis@sfr.fr

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

T J Renovations

30 years experience in building trade

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

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

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

06 40 58 62 71 - see pg 2

RSW Entreprises

05 55 61 16 30 / 06 85 37 04 35

Fosse Septique Specialist

Email: tjrenovations96@yahoo.fr

See our Display Ad - pg 10

web: www.builderinthecreuse.co.uk Siret: 750 068 116 00011

Entreprise Hines Building & Renovation

05.55.80.00.57

Max Huggett

Experienced and fully registered builder with 10 year Décennale Insurance

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

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

05.55.89.69.46

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

SIRET: 503 169 237 00016

English & French spoken - Siret: 518 511 340 00011

28 years qualified experience www.entreprisehines.com robert.hines@orange.fr

www.maxhuggett.com

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

RING BILL!

NEUVIALLE MENUISERIE no job too small

Registered Car Mechanic

30 Years’ Experience Joiner Kitchens, Bedrooms & Bathrooms Flooring & General 2nd Fix Finishing, Joinery & Decking Emergency Lock Services Siret: 802 265 728

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

05 55 81 31 85 ■ Services ■ Brakes ■ MOT Prep

(contrôle technique)

SIRET: 494 617 798 00017

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

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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

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. ■

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

The current strong pound/euro rate means our spas are at their lowest prices for many years!

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

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

martin_sprague_1@ hotmail.com SIRET: 531 768 182 00010

Double D

Renovations & Home Improvements 05 55 65 00 29 - pg 3

Dave Cardwell - Builder

05 55 98 24 12

See our Display Ad - pg 10

Interior & Exterior building work

• House renovations • roofing • de-mossing • pointing • masonry • ground works • etc.

Honest price and efficient service Please call to discuss:

02 54 24 29 76 or e-mail:

• 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

Building Services

05 55 37 45 35 06 74 21 47 71

Groundworks

Old Style Creativity Rural Renovations

High Ground Development

siret 532 981 198 00015

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

happydayshereweare@gmail.com

Multi-skilled Professional Workmanship for every aspect of your build

05 55 65 86 94 - see pg 9

Stephen Cullinane & Son

Please see our portfolio at : www.oldstylecreativity.weebly.com

Mini-Digger with driver

From the foundations to the roof Established 9 years in France 05 55 81 00 53 - see pg 9

J. S. Long Building Services www.jslbuilders.com

09 67 30 71 46 / 06 42 06 52 20 see main ad - pg 9

Your advert here 05 55 41 17 76

Mini Digger

with Driver for Hire

Landscaping, ditching, land clearance etc.

Also general Garden Maintenance John Bonella

87440 Marval

05 55 78 62 29

siret no. 523 183 580 00019

WASTE REMOVAL SERVICES

john.bonella@gmail.com

05.55.78.62.29

Contact Kristian Woodgate on:

kristianwoodgate@icloud.com

05-55-62-24-27 / 06-48-77-79-19 siret: 511 277 527 00012

CHRIS STONE SERVICES

PLUMBING/ELECTRICITY INSTALLATIONS AND REPAIRS TEL: 05.55.06.05.69 MOB: 06.04.44.26.36 Rochechouart SIRET: 520 275 504 00022

Abris Bois LV

Timber Building Specialists www.abrisboislv.fr 05 87 77 95 57 - see pg 15

john.bonella@gmail.com See Main Ad pg 23

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

sales@thebugle.eu 05 55 41 17 76

Building Services Painters/ Decorators CALL KATH Painting and Decorating Interior and Exterior Colour Consultations Room Re-designs Kathleen Willis

05 55 63 53 06

kathleen.willis@orange.fr siret 802 262 35200015

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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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Building Services

H20 CREUSE

Heating & Plumbing engineer

05 55 63 89 23

Chimney Sweeps

see pg 11

Painters/ Decorators

Plumbers

Simon Carter

Dennis Ward

Qualified craftsman with over 25 years UK

Plumbing and heating / boiler repairs.

Oil and gas.

Painter & Decorator experience, now based in Haute-Vienne.

Specialist services: Interior & exterior painting & decorating, wallpapering, plastering.

FREE QUOTES

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

28 years experience.

Gas Safe registered in UK. Reliable and efficient service.

M: 06 05 71 57 68 E: plomberieconfolens@gmail.com

siret: 792.130.932.00017

Siret 803 784 818 00012

Building Services

Benjamin Jourdan

Plumber/Electrician

ROOFING SPECIALISTS All types of roofing External insulation Carpentry work Dormer windows Velux windows Zinc guttering Chimney repoints Lead flashing, etc.

Contact Phil Andrews:

Mob: 06 42 38 54 22 Tel: 02 54 30 11 20 Email: philip.andrews@orange.fr siret: 509 180 410 00011

Plasterers GLEN VINEY

PLASTERER Quality Plasterwork, Internal & External

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

Tel: 06 45 18 86 10

(18 Years Experience) Email: glenviney1@btinternet.com Siret: 527 736 326 00010

Chris

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 SIRET: 504 612 441 00015

Le Plâtrier du Limousin The friendly & reliable plasterer 10 year guarantee.

Covering depts. 23 & 87.

Call Stuart on:

05 55 80 92 91

info@platrierlimousin.fr Siret: 534 396 908 00012

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: 517 848 826 00023

Martin Walters

Plumber

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.

Tel 02 54 24 84 62 Siret 522 804 723 00016

Rick Fife

Plumbing & Heating Engineer All aspects of Plumbing and Heating work undertaken.

SPREAD THE COST OF A NEW GAS/OIL BOILER OVER 3 MONTHS 23 Years Qualified (Previously UK CORGI registered – Oil / Natural Gas / LPG) Established and registered in France for 8 years.

PMC BATIMENT Roofing Specialists

www.pmcbatiment.fr see main ad - pg 10

MUMFORD TOITURE Roofing & Plastering/ Plasterboarding Service

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

05 55 71 49 13 - 06 78 60 96 16 mumford.toiture@orange.fr Siret No. 493 159 412 00011

Building Services

Email: amanda.rick@tiscali.co.uk

Please give us a call to discuss your requirements. If you get the answer machine we WILL return your call the same day. siret: 494 380 264 00015

05 55 66 60 21

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

www.stovesellers.com

05 55 63 78 72 Siren: 502 409 949

CLEAR CHIMNEYS

All types of chimneys cleaned Clean and efficient Certificat de Ramonage issued with every chimney swept Woodburners supplied & fitted Accredited flue installer Woodburner repairs Safety surveys Chimney repairs/maintenance

02 54 06 40 80

sootylesweep@gmail.com siren 535 199 483

TOUTE SWEEP 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!

"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

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) siret: 353 613 227 00035

Big Dish Satellite www.bigdishsat.com

05 55 78 72 98

see main ad - pg 16

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

Food & Drink

SIRET: 534 351 754 00013

Sandblasting

Computers & Satellites

Sand and Blast

Time for Tea

We provide a fully operated

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

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:

www.sandandblast.com

05 67 77 83 05 steve@sandandblast.com SIRET: 534 759 337 00015

Areas Covered: North Creuse (23) & South Indre (36)

Tel:(temporary 02 number 54 during 06relocation) 94 74

Satellite Systems Chimney Sweeping

Eurl Réno-Gén

computer services - pc • mac • network

05 55 68 47 33 / 06 82 26 31 54 see pg 4

Creusetec

Building Services Roofing

Mayday

sales@thebugle.eu 05 55 41 17 76

sales@thebugle.eu

05 55 80 84 65

email: timefortea@orange.fr

GOODWIN SATELLITE

SALES & INSTALLATION OF ALL SATELLITE SYSTEMS & AERIALS. FAULT FINDING. Dept 23 & surrounding areas

Tel: 05 55 62 05 61 Mob: 06 23 40 18 64 Email: garygoodwin@wanadoo.fr siret: 453 067 910 00019

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

05.55.41.17.76

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ADVERTORIAL

ADVERTORIAL

Advertising with The Bugle Poor or no Broadband? Then

the Satellite solution is for you!

W

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

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

here are two main providers in Europe.

Rent or buy, the choice is yours. DIY or we can install it for you, again the choice is yours. The equipment is delivered to your door.

TOOWAY offers speeds of up to 22M down and 6M up and the monthly rental (dependent on package) starts from €19.95.

SES offers speeds of up to 20M down and 2M up and the monthly rental (dependent on package) starts from €10.95.

Is UK TV reception a problem? We have many years' experience in the satellite world and Mike G is here to help you. Call him on 05 55 09 15 73 or on his mobile 06 38 16 01 61.

CCTV - four cameras and a DVR fitted from €800.00 and you can view it from a laptop anywhere. Ideal for checking if the gardner, cleaner, etc. has come, or for just projecting

the view from your window in France on to the wall to impress your friends in the UK. Limited Wi-Fi Coverage, don’t suffer we have the solution. ■

SAT-ELEC - where knowledge and experience provide the complete solution.

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

To advertise in The Bugle Business Directory, call 05 55 41 17 76 Carraciola Sardo

Sue and Rob Manning

BEEF and LAMB

Italian restaurant in St-Etienne-de-Fursac

EARL Les Fromentaux

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:

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

www.carraciola.com

Tel: 02 54 25 34 73

Tel: 05 55 63 86 05

see you soon, Steve and Elena

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

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

10 Route de Vilenne, 36200 Celon

JJ’s Cafe Bar

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

Come and see for yourself - Open all week.

See our Notice Board events listings 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

Le Creusois Les Genêts, Azerables

sales@thebugle.eu 05 55 41 17 76

05.55.63.90.79

Garden Services

Bar/Restaurant

High quality British & French food at reasonable prices.

Menu du Jour €12, Traditional Pub Food, Vegetarian dishes, Childrens & Snack menus also available www.lecreusoisbistro.com SIREN: 483 988 853

Petticoat Lane Tel: 05 45 29 03 99 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 Visit us and compare our prices

Le Moulin du Breuil

Restaurant AUX CEPES

23140 PIONNAT

Tel: 05 55 69 33 38

BAR, RESTAURANT, TERRASSE

05 55 80 37 70 - see pg 10

Le Pub

58, rue d'Orjon, Argenton-sur-Creuse

02.54.60.02.14 - see pg 6 Oh My Cod Fish and Chips www.ohmycod.fr

05 55 80 34 26 - see pg 18

LA veytiZoU, 87130

see main ad - pg 9

Your advert here 05 55 41 17 76

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

see main ad below

Les Jardins d'Olivier

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

Please mention The Bugle when responding to adverts

5 Rue Nationale – 16150 Chabanais

Visit: www.petticoatlaneshop.com E-mail: sales@petticoatlaneshop.com

Cross Cut Tree Surgeons

Fagg & Fils 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

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

www.penstemonsandherbs.com

Les Serres de Sourue www.serres-de-sourue.fr serresdesourue@gmail.com

05 55 08 25 80 - see pg 15

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 No. 490 041 183 00016

siret: 788 438 562 00019

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

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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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Gifts & Crafts

www.thebugle.eu ○ THE BUGLE ○ MAY 2015

Handholding sales@thebugle.eu Services 05 55 41 17 76

Language Services

House Clearance Ivan Petley

3D Puzzle Maker Handmade, fully interlocking, multi-layered 3D puzzles from just €9.

Keyrings €2 plus other unique gift ideas.

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ADVERTORIAL

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The Solarventi air panel was invented more than 20 years ago

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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.

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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-

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

All our spas are manufactured to the highest standards & have full manufacturers warranty.

These spas have relatively low power requirements & are very economical.

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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

Moulin de Tintin Furniture, interiors & gifts

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Units start from €630 TTC. Several ex-demonstration models available at reduced prices, call for details.

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- 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. ■

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BABY/INFANT EQUIPMENT FOR HIRE

To raise funds for the SPA dog rescue centre in Guéret.

High chair, buggy, travel cot (plus mattress/bedding), changing mat, etc.

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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 HauteVienne) – 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 mid-week 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 19.45-20.45 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 2.30pm-5.00pm. 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 PiégutPluviers 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, 18h3020h, 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-surVayres 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 Haute-Vienne, 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 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 cussac-bowls-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 like-minded people.

Simple mindfulness technique. Dechen Choling, Le Mas Marvent, StYrieix-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 Peyratle-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: 21 May Pruning: the how, what, when and why; 18 Jun Talk by Andrew Williams on permaculture; 13 Jul (MON) Picnic and visit to commercial bio-vegetable grower, including companion planting; 20 Aug Summer lunch at the home of Carolyn Lees; 6 Sep (SUN) 3rd Annual Show at St-Amandle-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 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 drought-tolerant 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 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, plant swaps, BBQ's, games nights, visits and have guest speakers about topics relevant to living in France.

Contact: www.meltingpotlimousin.com Charente Limousine Exchange The Charente-LimousineExchange (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-limousineexchange.com or contact the Chairman, Barry Leech, on 06 35 96 77 46.

Libraries & Books Sale of Second-hand Books, La Croisille-sur-Briance On the 18th of every month, during the monthly market at La Croisillesur-Briance (87130), there is a sale of second-hand books (both English and French) from 9am to 12 noon, at the old garage in La Place - next door to the pharmacy. All proceeds towards the restoration of the church.

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, wellstocked 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

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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 MayJuly. 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 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

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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 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 StLéger-Magnazeix. 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, HauteVienne (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 English-speaking 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.

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SOS Harry

Harry has been living at the SPA in Limoges for far too long. In the past year he has had 4 different kennel mates, all of whom have been adopted leaving Harry behind. He is a great favourite of the volunteers at the refuge and so we are trying to give him that extra push in an effort to find him the forever home he deserves. He is such a happy, waggy, friendly little chap who gets on well with everyone, including male and female dogs, cats and children. He is cuddly and affectionate and is a pleasure to take for a walk as he doesn't pull on the lead and walks happily along at your pace.

Harry was adopted once but was brought back after a very short time because he jumped up in the home. Those of us that know Harry think that after living in the refuge for so long he just needs an experienced dog owner who will give him some time and encouragement.

If you'd like to meet this lovely boy he is at:SPA de la Haute-Vienne, 156, avenue du Général René Chambe, 87270 Couzeix LIMOGES Tel: 05 55 48 06 75 Or if you’d like to meet one of the English-speaking volunteers to introduce you, call Pam on 05 49 48 59 27.

We rely on you to help us keep these pages up to date, so please do inform us of any changes to clubs and associations that you run or are members of.

Many thanks!!

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RESTAURANT

Carraciola Sardo

AUX CEPES La Veytizou

On the main road (D979), Between Limoges & Eymoutiers ~~~~~~~~~ Sat 9th MAY - open mic night Relax and enjoy the music, or join in! +++++++++++ SAT 16TH MAY - SPANISH EVENING WITH SINGING AND DANCING BY IRIS KATHARINA +++++++++++ SUN 17TH MAY - CRAFT FAIR/TABLE TOP SALE +++++++++++ Sat 23RD MAY - EVENING WITH JOHN MARTIN +++++++++++ SUN 31st MAY - FETE DES MERES Special lunch with music by Maxance

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~~~~~~~~~ For more information on any of the above or reservations email susan.dorrington87@orange.fr or call Sue on 05 55 69 33 38

Italian restaurant in St-Etienne-de-Fursac

Back by popular demand on the 29th of May starting at 7pm k'ervahen and his guitars

in the company of the mayor of St-Pierre, "Thierry", performing as a duo singing pop, rock, folk and ballads both in English and French.

So why not take a break and join in this special evening with friends in our warm, inviting, welcoming and friendly bar.

Visit our website or Facebook page to book your seat for this and future musical events or come along on the 29th of April for the grand opening of our new family-friendly games room. Take your pick from pool, snooker, darts, table football or air hockey.

www.carraciola.com Tel: 05 55 63 86 05 ristorante@carraciola.com

Le Moulin du Breuil

See our web site or find us on Facebook for more info

Restaurant, Bar, Terrasse

23140 PIONNAT

Roussis Maid

(formerly Cartes de Christine) Find us at the following weekly markets: Piégut and Brantôme and at the following monthly markets: Chasseneuil, Aigre and Confolens.

We will also be at Civray market on the 5th and 19th May Still selling cards and aprons made by ourselves.

All enquires can be made via e-mail to: ellinghamroam764@yahoo.com

Sat 23 May - Moroccan Streetfood Night Come and sample a variety of traditional Moroccan Streetfood dishes including salads, fish grilled over an open fire, tagine, feta... €19.50

** Please note ** we will be closed on the followings days: 8th and 14th May

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

2nd Sunday of every month

Sun 31 May - Mother's Day (Fêtes des Mères) Exquisite menu for a special day for all the mothers in the Creuse - €22.50

By the Double Decker Bus Argenton sur creuse, Z.I. Les Narrons

** Please Note ** that due to a family wedding Le Moulin du Breuil will be closed from Wednesday 13 May - Wednesday 20 May

Next Date: 10th May

Join us on facebook: www.facebook.com/lemoulindubreuil and follow us on twitter: @lmdb_pionnat

(Near Total Access petrol station)

Tel: 06 08 50 36 26

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

Petticoat Lane

This month we will be at the following market: Sunday 3rd & 31st May - Panazol

THE DOUBLE DECKER FLEA MARKET

Mon Chic Cottage

LE DORAT (Pl. Charles de Gaulle) Home Decor & Gifts Tea, coffee & home-made scones / cakes

Wanted, experienced shopfitters Experienced shopfitters required for installs all across France. Joiners, electricians and labourers also required.

Email: contact@reactive-resource.com

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.

Tel: 05 45 29 03 99

05 87 77 95 59

JJ’s Café Bar Pianist/ vocalist available for events/ gigs/ private parties etc...

New Orleans old time jazz n blues n boogie...

Call: 07.61.21.85.15

Aigurande Music Club

2nd Sat of every month. 8.30 pm.

Next event: 9th May Mild Butter Chicken Curry - €8 pp (by pre-order)

Fête de Pentecôte, Aigurande

Time for Tea

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

We will be open for 2015 at midday on Saturday 2nd May for lunch and tea... vegetarian options always available Tel: 05 55 80 84 65 email: timefortea@orange.fr

info@monchiccottage.com www.monchiccottage.com

Why not meet up with your friends & family chez JJ's?

Sun 24th: Floats and Fun Fair all afternoon.

Mon 25th: Big street market all day and Fun Fair.

Très Jolie

Fashion Accessories Where to find me this month:

Every Wednesday - Piegut Market

24th May - Fête du Village de Lageyrat 87230 (nr Châlus) JJ's Music Club is for music lovers and is now a members only club with FREE MEMBERSHIP. This is to safeguard the Items arriving daily, please see my respect of musicians and those who appreciate music. The facebook page 'Tres Jolie Milhaguet' to see what's new. first visit is open to non-members. It is easy to become a member, you just need to sign the membership form to agree Mail order available, email for more details. to respect and adhere to the conditions of membership which Most items now stocked at the 'Coeur et Etoile', St-Mathieu 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

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

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MAY 2015 ○ THE BUGLE ○ www.thebugle.eu Sat 23rd May BELLAC SANSEVERINO in concert Sanseverino is a French singer, guitarist and songwriter of Neapolitan descent whose passion is gypsy music, bluegrass and swing of the 30s. He will be singing from his latest album 'Le Petit Bal Perdu' and his upcoming album 'Papillon'.

Théâtre du Cloitre.

20h30.

Tickets: Adults €25; Concessions €17 (unemployed; students; over 60s; families; groups +10); Under 18s €10.

For more info tel 05 55 60 87 61 or visit www. theatre-du-cloitre.fr Sat 23rd May CAMPSEGRET DORDOGNE Phoenix Book Fair Paperback and hardbacks, CDs and DVDs, food and beverages, cakes, sandwiches, quiches. All from €1.

Salle Municipale, Campsegret (located on the RN21 between Bergerac and Périgueux).

From 9h30-15h.

For more information visit: www. phoenixasso.com or www.facebook.com/ PhoenixAssociationFrance Sat 30th May CHABANAIS Summer Daydream / Rêverie d'été

A collection of short plays: 'Mad Hatter’s Tea Party' 'La Belle et l’Abeille' 'Silent Movie –The Pie Thieves' Presented by the Théâtre Chabanois at the salle des fêtes, Chabanais at 20h (doors open at 19h30 with bar).

Tickets: Adults €6 & Children €4 (- 16 ans).

Seating in tables of 6.

Reservations: 05 45 94 10 71 or facebook. com/theatrechabanois (Book your table early) Theatre Chabanois is a bilingual community theatre group formed in 2009 with about 30 members so far. A cast and crew of all ages (10yrs to over 80), abilities and talents. We are always looking for new members, not only those with thespian tendencies but those that are willing to help back stage and front of house. Everyone is welcome to join us.

Whatever you bring to the group you will be sure of a warm welcome and much fun on a Monday evening at the Salle des fêtes in Chabanais at 7pm.

Sun 7th Jun SAINT-MICHEL-DE-VEISSE Margaret’s Garden Open and Tea Party Free entry, tea, coffee and cakes, with a voluntary collection for Les Artistes de Moutier Rozeille Handicap Group. Artists drawing in the garden if the weather is fine, feel free to bring your sketch book and camera too.

Plant exchange, so pot up your seedlings and label them and see what you can find in exchange.

10 Treichazeix, 23480 St-Michel-de-Veisse.

14h-17h.

Sun 14th Jun VIDEIX Cancer Support France Haute-Vienne fund-raising lunch Annual fund-raising lunch at the lake at Videix (87600) on Sunday 14 June at 12 noon.

The menu will be kir, pate, bbq pork with pommes boulangères, cheese and strawberry tart, wine and coffee included at 18 euros per person.

Please book your place for this delicious meal in a beautiful setting on 05 55 00 31 15. We look forward to seeing you there.

Sun 21st Jun ORADOUR-SUR-VAYRES 5th Annual Fund-Raiser The annual fund-raiser in aid of the Guide Dogs for the Blind School in Landouge, Limoges will be held on Sun 21st June from 1pm to 5pm.

The venue once again will be in our large garden, come rain or shine, at 17 avenue du 8 mai 1945, 87150 Oradour-sur-Vayres.

The event will include: the presence of the Guide Dog School President and volunteers, highlighting the very good work they do, with various items for sale and some working Guide Dogs and student Guide Dogs, delicious homemade cakes, tea, coffee, soft drinks, ice cream, clothes, shoes, books, bric-a-brac, CDs, DVDs, a variety of artisans, plants and tombola.

If anyone has any saleable items they can donate to this very worthy cause we would be very grateful. Please contact Roger and Christine Thomas tel 05 55 78 83 05.

WEEKLY MARKETS MONDAY

Evaux-les-Bains

TUESDAY

Auzances Bénévant-l’Abbaye Bussière-Poitevine Champagnac-la-Rivière Genouillac Gouzon Laurière Limoges (Le Vigenal) Peyrat-le-Château Rochechouart Royère-de-Vassivière Saint-Sulpice-les-Feuilles

WEDNESDAY

Ahun Bourganeuf Chambon-sur-Voueize Cognac-la-Forêt Clugnat Isle Le Dorat Limoges (pont St Martial) *NEW* Luchapt (5-7pm) Nantiat Séreilhac

THURSDAY

Boussac Coussac-Bonneval Dun-le-Palestel Guéret Limoges Bastide et Corgnac Magnac-Laval

Oradour-sur-Vayres (except 3rd Thu) Peyrat-le-Château Saint-Sulpice-les-Champs Saint-Victurnien La Souterraine

FRIDAY

Aigurande Aixe-sur-Vienne Ambazac Bessines-sur-Gartempe Bosmie l’Aiguille (16h - 19h30) Bujaleuf Châlus (except 2nd Fri) Châteauponsac Châtelus-Malvaleix Couzeix (16h30 - 19h30) Le Dorat Felletin Limoges (place des Bancs et Beaubreuil) Nexon Pierre-Buffière Rochechouart St-Etienne-de-Fursac Saint-Sulpice-Laurière Verneuil-sur-Vienne(15h18h30)

SATURDAY

Aixe-sur-Vienne Aubusson Bellac Bonnat Bussière-Poitevine

Châteauponsac Condat-sur-Vienne Eymoutiers Feytiat Flavignac Guéret La Châtre La Jonchère-St-Maurice La Souterraine Limoges (place des Bancs et place Marceau) Le Palais-sur-Vienne Mainsat (4th Sat only) Nantiat Peyrat-le-Château Rochechouart Saint-Junien St-Léonard-de-Noblat Saint-Mathieu Saint-Yrieix-la-Perche

SUNDAY

Bessines-sur-Gartempe Blond Crocq (1st and 3rd Sun) Jarnages Panazol Peyrat-le-Château Saint-Paul St-Sulpice-le-Guéretois (3rd Sun) Saint-Vaury (2nd Sun) Veyrac (2nd Sun)

Concert programme 2015 for the Société Philharmonique de La Souterraine with the Harmonie de Guéret 17th May: Departmental festival of Creuse 14h Bourganeuf Orchestras 23rd May: Annual concert 20h30 Centre Culturel Yves Furet, La Souterraine 30th May: Concert 21h Salle polyvalente, Bénévent-l’Abbaye 19th June: Annual concert l’Harmonie de Guéret 21h Espace Fayolle, Guéret 21st June: Fête de la Musique Late afternoon, La Souterraine town centre Further info contact Alan Kerr on 05 55 56 34 52

mini-concert de la fanfare de Bussière Poitevine, de passage à Saint Dizier, en fin de matinée.

32 ♦ WHAT’S ON Fri 1st May AUBUSSON Brocante du Général Espagne Every year the businesses of the Place Espagne organise a vide-greniers & brocante on the place in honour of the celebrations that were traditionally held on 1st May in Aubusson.

Fri 8th to Sun 17th May The Limoges Exhibition-Fair Variety will be the watchword at this year's Limoges Fair. There are hundreds of different stands to visit including food displays, house and home exhibits, interior decorating, furniture, cars and DIY, to name just a few.

The Limoges Fair sets the benchmark for national exhibitions. In addition to being the most important home event in the Central/Western part of France, its historical exhibitions mean that it is also a culturally significant occasion. This year's theme is the Renaissance.

Palais des Expositions, boulevard RobertSchuman, 87000 Limoges. 10h-20h (22h on 9th, 13th & 16th; 18h on 17th). Entry €4 (free for Under 12s). Contact: tel 05 55 37 20 20 or visit www.foire-limoges.com/ Sat 9th to Sun 10th May CROZANT Journées des plantes de printemps Sale of plants, guided tours of the arboretum, exhibition & conferences.

Arboretum de la Sedelle. 10h-19h. Entry: €6; free for members/ under 15s.

For more info visit http://arbosedelle.free.fr/ Sun 10th May SAINT-LÉGERBRIDEREIX 6ème Fête de la nature et du jardin Organised each spring by garden and nature enthusiasts this year's Les Printanières Garden and Nature Festival will include: sale of plants, seeds, vegetables, herbs; troc jardin; artisanal stands (sculptor, wood turner, basket maker); produce market (bio bread, cheese, apple juice, medicinal plants, chocolate, wine); children's area...

Free entry from 9h-19h. Over 90 stands and 3500 visitors.

www.thebugle.eu ○ THE BUGLE ○ MAY 2015 This year's theme is climate change and considers how to observe this in our gardens and looks at its impact on the environment.

For more information visit http:// lesprintanieres.wordpress.com/ Fri 15th to Sun 17th May CLUSSAIS-LAPOMMERAIE Hope Association 3-day book sale 3-day book sale at the Salle des fêtes, Clussaisla-Pommeraie, 79190 (D45 Sauzé-Vaussais to Lezay road). 10am-4pm. (Also open Thursday 14th May 3-5pm for disabled book lovers).

Thousands of English and French books for just €1 each. Plus: * Massive sale of plants * English Fish and Chips * Tea and Cakes * Bacon Butties * Fascinating bric-a-brac * Tombola * Trade stands * Eddie's hand crafted greetings cards * Classic car display (17th May) * Bouncy castle (16th and 17th May) * Twilight Old Dogs Retirement Home * Angoulême SPA Books to Donate? Email: givebooks4hope@ gmail.com The HOPE Association helping animals in need. See www.hopeassoc.org for further details.

Please bring any unwanted towels, blankets, duvets and tins/croquettes of dog/cat food for Hope to donate to animal refuges and SPAs. Sat 16th May European Night of Museums Since 2005, selected European museums have exceptionally opened for a night, free of charge, as part of the European Night of Museums.

Over 1300 French museums take part, and 98% of them open to the public free of charge between 6pm and 1am. Most museums offer special activities for this original night, aimed at all audiences: storytelling tours, torchlit tours, concerts, workshops for children,

screenings, fireworks...

For more information visit www. nuitdesmusees.fr or contact your local tourist office for participating museums.

Sat 16th May BUSSIÈRE-DUNOISE Fête de la montgolfière Event organised by the association Canailles & Canailloux at the Stade Municipal from 9h.

Lots of entertainment including the sale of crafts, a produce market, aviation exhibition, vide-greniers, children's games, signings by local author Mr Blondonnet. Hot air balloon rides (children must be at least 1m20 to ride).

Meal at midday. Menu: Adults €15 Terrine de "Cul Noir du Limousin, poulet à la broche, frites, fromages, creusois avec crème anglaise; -12s €7 Poulet à la broche, frites, glace.

For more information or to reserve for the meal (before 8th May) tel 05 55 80 24 41 / 06 79 34 82 56.

Sat 16th May SAINTE-FEYRE Journée Médiévale

Medieval festival with jousting, juggling, magicians, jesters, etc. Artisanal & produce market.

Parc Animalier Les Loups de Chabrières.

Adults: €9.50; Children: €7. 10h - 20h.

Contact: Tel 05 55 81 23 23.

Sun 17th May LES GRANDS-CHÉZEAUX Trumpet, Trombone & Horn Concert On Sunday 17th of May at 5.30 pm, a concert will take place in the Church of Les GrandsChézeaux with the famous "Eclats de Cuivre" Quartet, one of the most exciting brass quartets in town. Featured will be works by Bach, Purcell, Dvorak, George Gershwin, Bruce

Fraser and Alan Ridgway. The Eclats de Cuivre Quartet performs a wide variety of music spanning five centuries of music ranging from Renaissance and Baroque to Jazz and Latin American rhythms. The Quartet's distinctive sound, impeccable ensemble, stunning virtuosity, and warm, inviting stage presence have won praise from scores of critics.

Information and Bookings: Doors open 5 pm. Concert starts at 5.30 pm sharp.

Tickets at the door €10pp. Free entrance for Under 18s. Early bookings by phone (05 55 76 70 15) or by email cazalibus@orange.fr Sun 17th May SAINT-DIZIERLEYRENNE Fête du Pain This annual celebration of one of our staple foods, organised each year by the Société Leyrenne Patrimoine, will be held this year in the village of Le Montabarot, just to the east of St-Dizier-Leyrenne, on Sunday 17th May starting from 8h30.

Bread for sale will be baked in a restored traditional oven, pizzas prepared on site and cooked in a wood fired pizza oven, and there will be traditional lunches of andouillette, merguez, saucisses, and of course frites.

Various artisanal stands will also be present throughout the day. There is no admission charge.

The weather of course plays a major part in the success or otherwise of such an event, but whatever the weather you can expect a warm welcome from all the participants; there will be a bar, and covered seating should the smell of frites and merguez, etc. get too much for you to resist.

Sun 17th May SAINT-LÉGERMAGNAZEIX 7ème Fête du jardin 9h–18h. Plants, shrubs, vegetables, garden ornaments, jam, honey, cheese, wine & beer, regional produce & home-made cakes. Fish & frites at lunchtime.

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