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The EU has announced plans to phase out daylight saving after a huge survey revealed 80% support for the change, which would see the EU stay on summer time year round.

and 2.94 per cent of the national population took part respectively. The UK's response was lowest at just 0.02 per cent.

“The changing of the clocks will be scrapped,” Juncker told German news channel ZDF, adding that the idea would be to keep the whole of Europe on “summer time” all year round, which in the case of France would be two hours ahead of GMT. “The people want it, so we will do it. Millions of people have responded and are of the opinion that in the future it is summer time that should be in place all the time, and we will achieve that.”

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More than four and a half million people took part in the online survey, but by far the biggest response came from Germany and Austria, where 3.79 per cent

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have spent quite a few hours thinking about time in recent weeks and what with our lead story this month, it has again been at the front of my thoughts.

Don't worry, I'm not going to get all morose about the passage of time. I'm over that; I've decided that your forties are the new twenties! Rather, the latest visit from the in-laws reminded me of a very funny incident involving time and the rapid passing thereof.

Always one for a gadget, my father-in-law unpacked his gargantuan Tardis of a suitcase one year to reveal a very sophisticated clock for the wall of the office. The things that Ryanair have shifted over to our house in recent years is phenomenal. With three grandchildren to spoil, they often arrive with 50 kg of luggage between them and go home with a small piece of carryon containing the one change of clothes they actually brought for themselves and a lonely, shared toothbrush. Packing for my inlaws is a bit like a boxer making weight before a fight. A few ounces under the limit is just a waste!

Anyway, on this occasion it

was my turn to be spoiled with a new clock... another of his Wilko specials I suspect. He had one at home himself, which I was assured was amazing as it never had to be reset; it could apparently pick up the correct time via a magical signal so it was always exactly right. As anyone familiar with this column may be aware, the clocks in my house often resemble the walls you see at airports telling you the time in different cities around the world - no two are ever the same!

But now my problems would be a thing of the past. “How does it know what time zone you're in?” I asked, inquisitive.

“Well, I don't know, it must have a thingamajig inside”. “Wow, a thingamajig!” I exclaimed, impressed. The next day, the clock was indeed still telling the correct time. It wasn't until a few days later that I realised that things had changed, when I turned on the telly to catch a programme I wanted to watch to find it was just finishing. How can that be, the clock clearly says 7 pm...

The magical timepiece had lost an hour at some point, a trick that it would pull with increasing regularity, but entirely at

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I have to say that in researching the piece, there really is a lot of unhappiness about the current system and the EU does seem absolutely set on getting rid of it.

It's one of those things that you just accept without question: twice a year we all decide en masse that the time has changed.

It's a bit odd if you step back and think about it. I am of the opinion that it would all be a lot simpler if we just didn't bother! As a former computer programmer, I know that it was always a huge pain in the proverbial to have to factor in various time shifts around the world when writing code, so perhaps I am already biased!

Somebody in the north-west of England will have a small amount of work to do if the UK follow suit, otherwise Grandpa might not know when the least convenient time possible to call is!!

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random, over the course of their (lengthy!) stay, no matter how many times it was reinitialised and reset. I caught it in the act once, the hands just suddenly started flying backwards until they had travelled an hour into the past. It was like being in a science fiction movie.

Curiosity getting the better of me, I took to the internet for some research and discovered that this type of clock picks up its information from somewhere in the north-west of England via a radio signal and is preset to look for one specific frequency.

There was no thingamajig, just a radio receiver desperately trying to phone home.

When the atmospheric conditions were favourable and the faintest of signals was received from the motherland, the clock would eagerly reset itself to Manchester-time... not much use in rural France! This would happen shortly after a reset, or sometimes several days later. Short of wrapping it in tin foil to block out any incoming signal, it was useless to me and ultimately became one of the very few things to ever travel back across the Channel with my in-laws.

Needless to say, the homesick radio clock has become a mealtime staple with which to rib Grandpa to this day!

I had a bit of correspondence from people this month over the planned EU ditching of daylight saving. Mostly it was from those who had lived through the last attempted change in the UK back in the early seventies and who didn't think that it would happen.

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here was much fanfare towards the end of last year when Limoges porcelain was finally granted the prestigious IGP (Indication géographique protégée) label, a protected status that applies across the European Union. The IGP, granted after a long battle by the local industry, guarantees that any product described as “porcelaine de Limoges” will have been made by certain manufacturers, based in a designated geographical area and to strict, pre-defined methods and standards.

The news was welcomed by an industry where competition is fierce and fakes and forgeries are rife. “It's enormously satisfying, after a long struggle, fraught with problems,” said Alain Mouly at the time, president of the Union des fabricants de porcelaine de Limoges. “Consumers must know that from now on when they buy Limoges porcelain, it really will be from Limoges, manufactured and decorated in the department.”

The government has been fighting hard in recent years to protect French skills, customs and heritage, so frustration soon turned to anger when it was revealed that a consignment of mugs due to go on sale in the Elysée Palace gift shop were in fact fakes. Labelled as “porcelaine de Limoges”, the white mugs with gold trim featured the logo of the President's official residence and were supplied by Dordogne-based company Mug in France.

“During a recent meeting of local producers, I asked which one of them had made the mug,” explained Alain Mouly. “They all fell about laughing! It's been a long time since a local porcelain maker has made a mug around here! The majority of mugs these days are made in Asia. It's a bit ridiculous really... the State hands out these protec-

tions, but then does nothing to check the products that it is buying for itself!”

When authorities were notified of the blatant misuse of the Limoges porcelain IGP, the mugs were destroyed and replaced by mugs saying “porcelaine française” - although local artisans cast doubt on whether they had actually even been made in France, or just decorated locally. “We did not realise about the IGP,” explained Jean-Charles Granchamp, founder of Mug in France. “As soon as we found out, we destroyed the mugs concerned. None actually went on sale at the Elysée and we have made appropriate changes.”

As long ago as the 12th century, Limoges was already the most famous European centre of vitreous enamel production, but it was the discovery in the mid-18th century of a rich seam of kaolin near St-Yrieix-la-Perche that led to its reputation for porcelain. The kaolin, specific to the region, was used to produce hard-paste porcelain similar to Chinese porcelain. The area soon became the country's foremost producer of porcelain, a position it holds to this day. ■

he 11th edition of the popular Forêt Follies took place in Guéret in September.

Along with the usual artisanal craft exhibitors, workshops, games, music, food and drink, this year's event also featured the French National Timbersports Championship. Not only did the competition attract a large crowd, it also received wider attention when a world record was broken in one of the events.

Timbersports, founded in 1985, sees athletes compete against each other using chainsaws, axes and saws in a series of lumberjackstyle challenges. The world record fell in the Stock Saw event, in which competitors must cut through a log twice with a standard issue chainsaw, once with a downward

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At the French Championships, Christophe Leroux achieved this feat in 9.90 seconds, beating the mark of 9.95 seconds set by German Dirk Braun during the 2015 World Championships.

“I wasn't expecting that,” said the delighted record holder, just after setting the new time. “I've been training hard at this event and there you go!”

As well as the world record, there were also a further two national records set during the competition in the Hot Saw – three cuts, six inches apart using a customized com-

petition chainsaw, a feat achieved in 6.06 seconds. This was set by Cyril Marchal in what was the last event of a competition which saw Gilles Giguet controversially crowned overall champion.

The woodsman claimed his sixth national title - and first since 2013 - after favourite and current champion Pierre Puybaret was disqualified late in the day.

The competition proved a hit with locals and even attracted a TV crew from the popular Quotidien programme, bringing a degree of national attention to this often-forgotten corner of France. ■

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round to cleaning out an old house that he was planning to renovate, he found the bread oven full of crates and general junk. Tempted to simply set fire to the lot, Mervyn instead laid it all out on the floor to be sorted later.

“After a few days of throwing this old crate around, I finally got round to opening it,” Mervyn told The Bugle. “I thought briefly that I might have found something valuable, but when I opened the box, I couldn't believe my eyes!”

Inside the box, wrapped in a Nouvelle République newspaper dated 29th June 1945, were seven WWII hand grenades as well as a horde of ammunition and cartridges! A secret resistance stash? Did a former owner hide it themselves as the war came to an end?

Sadly, with the owner at the time long since departed, the mystery may never be solved.

“To think I was going to set fire to it... that would have made short work of my renovation!” ■

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ne of the great pleasures of buying an old house in France is digging through the attics and outbuildings for hidden treasures. Many expats will have spent their first few weeks going through barns and loft spaces, clearing through decades of, let's face it, dead mice and junk. Every now and then a useful item will be thrown up that can be restored or recycled: an old barrel, a chair or even a rusty bike.

Sometimes, houses do reveal actual treasure. This happened to Jennie and Ron Whetton in 2015 at their newly acquired house near Castillonnès in the Lot-et-Garonne department, when they found an exquisite, teal-green silk purse containing 45 Spanish gold coins from the late 16th century hidden in the walls!

Other times, old properties can reveal something altogether more dangerous, if no less interesting. When local expat Mervyn Cox finally got

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he Limousin celebrated the closest thing to a French Royal wedding recently when Thomas Hollande tied the knot with his partner Emilie Broussouloux. As the son of former president François Hollande and former presidential candidate Ségolène Royal, the couple's nuptials in Meyssac, Corrèze, generated much local attention.

With both of the groom's celebrity parents in attendance and with the whole town invited to join in the celebrations, there were selfies all round under a clear blue sky. Two Australian tourists and two hikers who stumbled across the wedding by accident were also invited to share a drink with the happy couple.

François Hollande remained popular in Corrèze, even towards the end of his presidency when the majority of the country turned against him. Hollande was mayor of Tulle for seven years and an MP for the department for 20 years before defeating Nicolas Sarkozy to become president in 2012. He has four children with Ségolène Royal, although the couple separated in 2007 following her defeat by Sarkozy in the second round of the presidential elections – she was the first female politician to make it through to a presidential run-off.

The relationship ended in a very public fall-out when it subsequently emerged that Hollande had been having an affair with Valérie Trierweiler for several years, a fact kept under wraps during Royal's presidential bid.

It was smiles all round in September, however, as lawyer Thomas and his sports journalist partner Emilie said oui! ■

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ollowing the announcement that so-called télémédecine appointments will now be reimbursed by the social security system, France has taken a big step towards virtual visits to the doctor becoming the norm.

First proposed in 2010, an agreement has finally been struck between the state-run assurance maladie system and the three major doctors' unions and online consultations are now available to anyone covered by the healthcare system.

It is hoped that having access to your GP via the internet will particularly benefit those in rural parts of France, which have seen a steady decrease in the number of healthcare professionals over recent years. Today's ageing population has increased medical needs, but the country's GPs are also getting older and there are not enough young professionals replacing them. Part of the problem is that recent graduates prefer to work in hospitals.

Besides the decreasing social status of GPs, hospitals also often have preferable working conditions: fixed hours, better holidays, less time on call, etc.

Local authorities have been forced to work increasingly hard to attract new doctors to move to rural France, often investing large sums of money in the process. One such place is Sainte-Feyre in Creuse, just south of Guéret. The town has been without a doctor for more than

a year, but has just announced that a new GP will be arriving at the start of 2019.

“Doctor Gaudriot officially retired in December last year, but in reality stopped working a year and a half before that,” explained mayor Nadine Dufaud.

“We have large numbers of people without a GP, such as a 96-year-old who has not been seen since the doctor left and had to be airlifted to Limoges hospital recently after a cardiac problem. It's a terrible shame.”

The town has invested €100,000 in renovating a building to house its new GP, but in many other communes across the Limousin, even investments of this size have not been enough to attract healthcare professionals. It is now hoped that télémedicine may help to alleviate this pressure in rural areas.

Under the new rules, doctors will be paid exactly the same as for a physical appointment, and the reimbursement to the patient will be made in exactly the same way. This means that for someone with “top up” insurance (complémentaire santé), a virtual visit to the doctor will be free of charge.

Although the loosening up of télémédecine reimbursements is being welcomed by all, there are still strict rules in place in order to qualify for repayment. Firstly, anyone using the online service must have seen their GP (médecin traitant) in

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person over the course of the previous 12 months, to ensure that they are in general good health. The medical professionals offering the service must be correctly registered and have a secure, encrypted webcam setup – audio appointments do not qualify for reimbursement. Certain specialisms, such as ophthalmologists, dentists and gynaecologists do not qualify and children under 16 are also excluded.

Once a télémédecine appointment has been arranged, the doctor will send the patient a link to click from a suitable de-

vice to begin the consultation. If necessary, an e-prescription can be prepared and sent to the patient or directly emailed to a local pharmacy.

The changes have led to a huge number of online platforms appearing in recent months, all looking for a share of what is expected to be a very lucrative market.

It is thought that the change could see 500,000 patients treated by telemedicine in 2019 and 1.4 million by 2022, easing waiting lists for hard-pressed GP and specialist surgeries across the country. ■

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t has long been a problem reported across the world and now, a study has revealed a shocking truth about the “olive oil” sold in French stores. The report, published in September by the consumer fraud office DGCCRF (la Direction Générale de la Concurrence, de la Consommation et de la Répression des Fraudes), has uncovered widespread fraud, with almost half of those oils tested being mislabelled.

In a press release, the DGCCRF explained that of 139 samples of olive oil tested in 2016, “one in four were declared as ‘to watch out for’, and 67 (48%) were declared as not conforming to regulations”.

The most common issue was incorrect labelling, with packaging giving the impression that the oils were of a higher quality than they really were.

“In the majority, they were foreign olive oils with quality defects that have caused us to reclassify them into a lower quality level of product,” said the DGCCRF, add-

ing that “five oils that were analysed had been falsified with the addition of sunflower oil or rapeseed oil”. “The level of non-conformity is still at a very high level in the olive oil industry and has been for years.”

Of the oil producers involved, 17 were given legal warnings for “labelling errors”, 39 were handed injunctions for “not conforming to labelling laws”, and 71 were formally warned for “noncompliant labelling”.

The olive, in more than 700 varieties or cultivars, has been grown for its oil in the Mediterranean area for over 5,000 years. Unlike most vegetable oils, which are industrially extracted from seeds or nuts, good olive oil is made using a basic hydraulic press, or more modern centrifuge, so it is more a fruit juice than an industrial fat.

The problem for consumers is that it is fairly easy to dress up low quality oils as extra virgin olive oil, which means that they often pass independent taste tests by importers.

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After purchase, the fake oils will quickly deteriorate.

In 2012, two Spanish businessmen were sentenced to two years in prison for selling hundreds of thousands of litres of supposedly extra virgin olive oil that was, in fact, a mixture of 70-80% sunflower oil and 20-30% olive oil. In 2008,

Italian police arrested over 60 people and closed more than 90 farms and processing plants across the south after uncovering substandard, nonItalian olive oil being passed off as Italian extra virgin, and chlorophyll and beta-carotene being added to sunflower and soybean oil with the same aim.

Olive oil is a fresh product and, to avoid getting scammed, experts suggest not buying it in clear bottles (light causes it to oxidise more quickly) and to look for dates; preferably a recent harvest date, which is sometimes given, or failing that a best before date which should be two years after bottling. ■

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EU moves to ditch daylight saving >> continued from pg 1 not yet drafted details of the proposed change, however. In a consultation paper it said one option would be to let each member state decide whether to go for permanent summer or winter time, with a spokesperson saying it would become “a sovereign decision of each member state”. He stressed that the proposal was “to no longer constrain member states into changing clocks twice a year”, although there have been warnings that uncoordinated time changes between member states would cause economic harm.

Before the proposals become official, the move will first have to be approved unanimously by all member states of the European Union via the European Council as well as MPs in the European parliament. With the changes unlikely to happen before the UK leaves the EU in March 2019, it is not known whether Britain will follow suit. Some are suggesting that the move could further aggravate the debate raging over the border between Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland; in future, this could also involve crossing an international time zone, or see Belfast in a different time zone to Edinburgh, Cardiff and London!

Road safety campaigners in the UK have been quick to urge the government to follow the EU's lead and maintain BST year round. “Every year in the UK we see a spike in

the number of vulnerable road users killed or seriously injured in October and November, coinciding with the autumnal clock change when we suddenly have an hour less of daylight in the evenings,” argued Errol Taylor, chief executive of the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents. “For many older people who are worried about darkness, the UK’s autumnal clock change acts as an early curfew.

We would welcome any change that helps people remain safe and active.”

If the move is adopted, the clocks would not go back on the last Sunday of October. The result, generally speaking, would be lighter evenings during winter, but darker mornings.

The variations in sunrise and sunset times are more pronounced the further north you go, so Scandinavian countries are most affected by daylight savings. Previous proposals in the UK to switch to Central European Time (GMT+1 in winter, GMT + 2 in summer) were vehemently opposed in Scotland where some areas would not have seen daylight until 10 am.

The idea of daylight saving time was introduced during WWI as a way of conserving energy. Britain has kept the practice going almost continuously since it was first brought in, but other European countries did not adopt the time shift until the oil crisis of the 1970s. It was most recently re-introduced in France in 1976, and daylight savings did not come into force across the whole of the EU until 1996. ■

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etting cashback from the checkout when paying for your supermarket shop is finally possible in France after retailer Casino rolled out the service across its stores nationwide. The concept may be a familiar one to those from countries like the UK and the US, but until now its has not existed in France.

After trialling cashback at its 80 Géant hypermarkets over the summer, the retailer has now introduced it to its supermarkets during September, including at 500 self-service checkout points. “Géant Casino is the first supermarket in France to offer a free cash withdrawal service.

Launched this summer in 80 hypermarkets, the service will also be deployed at the end of September in 150 Casino supermarkets equipped with self-service tills,” the company said in a tweet unveiling the move.

From now on, when paying for their goods at a Casino supermarket, shoppers can also request between 10 and 50 euros in cash.

“Our goal is to support our customers as much as possible and to make their day-to-day lives easier,” Casino said in a statement, adding that it does not intend to “compete with the banks”.

Whilst the group may not be planning further banking or credit card services for now, the cashback service

has been hailed as a possible competitor to banks in some respects. “At a time when more and more banks are closing, this service could help bring the supermarket extra customer footfall,” said David de Matteis, a partner at consulting firm OC & C. As a new concept, uptake of the cashback service now available has been slow. Eric Chabert, director of one Casino Géant hypermarket in Paris, said: “At the moment, we are seeing a dozen transactions per week. We need time for the new service to become known, and become a habit, bit by bit.

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Sunday trading laws

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he government has given the green light to a trial that will see school canteens required to offer at least one meat-free meal every week for a period of two years. Under the proposals, single-use plastics will also be banned from the nation's school canteens and cafeterias. During the trial, the government will collect data on the general health of the children, costs involved and also the amount of food wastage.

The vegetarian “experiment” comes after 24 MPs, led by Barbara Pompili from the ruling La République en Marche (LREM) party, presented an amendment bill to the National Assembly.

Vegetarian options could include protein from other animal products - such as dairy or eggs - as well as vegetables and grains.

“We need schools to also play their part in teaching children about what food is,” Barbara Pompili told the Assembly, calling in to question “the widely held view” that a balanced diet “must” include meat. “Without this amendment, we would be ignoring a significant will of the people, one which is taking us in the right direction.”

Not everyone was in favour of the change, however, with Agriculture Minister Stéphane Travert one vocal critic. “In a social debate such as this, I will always defend freedom of choice. I am not about imposing these things through legislation,” the MP said, before highlighting that caterers are already perfectly free to prepare vegetarian meals if they so choose.

The plastic ban had more widespread support, however. “This is a real step forward for public health. The goal is to protect ourselves against eventual health risks,” said Barbara Pompili.

“Plastic materials can contain substances that are known to be endocrine disruptors. We want to introduce a ‘principle of precaution’ in the catering sector.” ■

More French subjects to be taught in English

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ore English could be used in French schools if the recommendations contained in a recent report are accepted by the government. The report, presented to the education minister, Jean-Michel Blanquer, in September, advises more school subjects, such as maths and science, to be taught in English and other “living languages” in a bid to improve language acquisition. “The aim is to boost the level of pupils in English, and also in a second foreign language. Being able to express oneself correctly is also crucial,” the government said.

“With the number of hours of foreign language lessons decreasing, using them as part of teaching other subjects will allow us to increase the students' exposure to different languages,” explained Chantal Manes, co-author of the report. The idea is an appealing one for the education ministry, which is already looking at ways to increase the number of subjects taught in languages other than French in the country's high school system.

In primary schools, there are currently only 90 minutes per week dedicated to learning a second language. At collège (secondary school) and lycée (high school), class sizes often mean that each student only has a very small amount of time each week to speak a foreign language.

Some schools have already begun teaching subjects in a second language, including thirty secondary education establishments

in Grenoble which have been taking part in the “Emile” (Enseignement de matières par l’intégration d’une langue étrangère) project for the last five years, with apparently positive results. “I wanted English to be a conduit for learning and not just something to be learnt in its own right,” explained Pierre Gille, head of Les Barattes collège in Annecy-le-Vieux. “Eventually, students even forget that they are speaking English in certain classes!”

For many teachers, while the idea of giving lessons in a second language may sound appealing on paper, there are obvious practical challenges. “We are all supposed to be able to teach a language to our pupils from CP [the first class of French primary school], but many teachers don't have the skills to do this,” one teacher told Le Figaro. “An entire lesson in English is unfeasible, we only have the means to introduce a few words in English.”

Other suggestions have included encouraging children to watch cartoons at home in English and broadcasting more films in their original language. “We must be able to use new technology, and also be capable of giving lessons in other subjects, in other languages and to extend this learning beyond school,” the education minister said on RMC radio. “We know perfectly well that one of the reasons our Scandinavian neighbours are so good at English is that they watch films in their original language.” ■

group of 20 MPs have called on the government to further relax the country's strict trading laws and allow more businesses the flexibility to trade on a Sunday. The group of MPs, from the ruling La République en Marche (LREM) party, have requested changes to be included in the so-called loi Pacte, which is being put forward by the government in an attempt to help the country's businesses grow and to refocus on their place in society.

“Let's not wait any longer! The loi Pacte represents the opportunity to give more freedom to choose to open on a Sunday and so revitalise our city centres,” wrote the group of politicians. “The loi Macron was a success, so let's go further... what are we waiting for?” Part of the loi Macron, put together in 2015 by then Economy Minister Emmanuelle Macron, allowed for more flexible Sunday opening hours in areas designated as “international tourist zones”.

“Sunday trading is above all a social issue that corresponds to the will of the French: to be free to buy, to entertain, to work - or not - on Sunday,” argue the signatories. “The rising popularity of e-commerce among the French is also indicative of our desire to be free to consume. Many convenience stores face this online competition 24 hours a day,

7 days a week. Some businesses, even located in the most commercial areas, are being forced to close and no longer contribute to the fabric of society. London, Madrid, Rome... The major European capitals have understood the need to open their shops on Sunday to attract international tourists and promote activity. In the context of Brexit, the time has come to catch up by offering at least comparable services.”

Whilst the UK has embraced Sunday trading since it was introduced around 25 years ago, the French have been much more resistant when it comes to the traditional day of rest. As well as allowing businesses to trade in the designated “international tourist zones”, you can currently only trade on a Sunday if you are a garden centre or a small owner-operated shop. Those selling food are permitted half a day's trading, but for the most part, major retailers are forced to close all day, which has long angered many business leaders and some of their workers too.

As is often the case in France, any changes to Sunday trading laws will meet with stiff opposition from the country's stillpowerful unions and it is not currently clear if the Macron government is willing to once again take on the syndicats in its efforts to bring about change. ■

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Pool owners targeted Fly-tipper has with Google Earth rubbish returned

remainder is clear: information will now be sent to the relevant tax authorities and anyone found to be noncompliant will face a fine of 80% on top of any taxes due! “Municipal budgets are decreasing,” explained Mr Loriguet. “It is essential that we have access to the income that is rightfully due through local taxation.”

Some may feel that being spied on from the sky is all a bit Big Brother, but in the recent case, the mayor had warned residents via the commune's newsletter that he would be using the search engine's satellite

mapping system to verify all the buildings in the area.

With the quality of satellite imagery steadily improving, these kinds of checks look set to become increasingly commonplace at cashstrapped town halls across the country.

Furthermore, via websites such as the government's géoportail.fr service, satellite imagery can be overlaid on the official cadastral plan, making unauthorised structures incredibly easy to spot. So next time you are sunbathing by your pool, smile... you could be on camera! ■

Tyre reef dismantled

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t seemed like a crazy idea at the time: sinking 25,000 used car tyres in the azure waters off the Mediterranean coast to create an artificial reef that would become a sanctuary for marine life.

Unfortunately, history has now proved that to be true and in September a specially trained team began the laborious task of removing the tyres from the sea, around 500 metres from the exclusive stretch of pristine coastline between the towns of Cannes and Antibes.

The original vision, which was backed at the time by both local French authorities and fishermen, was that the tyres would become populated by coral and other sea creatures in a conservation area where fishing was off limits. In reality, wildlife shunned the site and the tyres leeched toxic chemicals into the environment, including heavy metals, which are a threat to human life.

The operation is costing well over a million euros and is being part-funded by the tyre manufacturer Michelin, as well as the French State.

“We hoped back in the 1980s that we could restore aquatic life there, but it didn't work,” the deputy mayor of Antibes, Eric Duplay, told AFP. “It turns out that the tyre reef was not a prolific place for biomass.”

Denis Genovese, the head of an association of local fishermen, confirmed that most Mediterranean wildlife had avoided the area. “Sedentary creatures such as the local scorpion fish didn't use them,” Genovese said, while “grouper fish, conger eels and sea bream swim around them, but no species really got used to it”.

In 2015, authorities removed 2,500 tyres from the reef in an operation de-

signed to evaluate the techniques required to dismantle the underwater tyre mountain. The current operation will see a further 10,000 removed, with the remaining 12,500 scheduled to be extricated in late 2019.

“In the morning, it's easy, the water's clear,” crew member Morgan Postic on board the Ocea vessel said. “But as we stir it all up down at the bottom, you can't see anything and it gets much more complicated.”

The tyres will be sent to the nearby city of Nice and then to recycling centres where they will be broken up into granules that can be used in construction projects. “After that we'll leave the seabed to restore itself naturally and we'll continue to monitor with censors,” explained marine scientist Patrice Francour from the University of Nice.

Although the failure has left the project's founders red faced and the clean-up job looks set to be lengthy and expensive, France is far from alone. According to scientists, around 200 artificial reefs made of tyres are in existence worldwide, notably in waters off the United States, Japan, Malaysia and Israel. While France has an estimated 90,000 m³ of tyre reefs, Japan has 20 million m³!

The United States has more than 1,000 artificial reefs along its coastline and two million tyres were sunk in one location off the coast of Florida in 1972 in an attempt to promote marine life. It was an idea that originally came from tyre giant Goodyear.

Florida's state environmental agency has described the reefs as a “serious” threat and launched its own programme to begin their removal in 2007. ■

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ne enterprising mayor has turned to the internet to track down naughty locals who are avoiding their taxes. Alain Loriguet, mayor of Thise in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté near Besançon, has been using Google Earth to look for any undeclared swimming pools, outbuildings and garden sheds in his commune which have not been correctly declared to local authorities.

Thanks to this satellite surveillance, the mairie has already identified 25 homeowners with undeclared building works on their land.

Installing a garden shed or a pool requires authorisation, as they will often change the amount, or type, of local taxes you must pay annually.

Of the 25 homeowners currently identified, a number have retroactively registered their property's changes with the mairie, although some have not. The hardline mayor's message to the

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he government has created a new group to tackle the growing nuisance of flytipping, amid concerns that the problem is damaging the environment and costing local authorities valuable resources. Despite having well over 4,500 déchetteries across the country, fly-tippers still chuck an estimated 80,000 tonnes of rubbish into the countryside each year.

“Fly-tipping in nature creates a significant environmental, social and economic impact.

It undermines the cleanliness of public spaces, and sometimes even threatens health,” said Brune Poirson, Secretary of State for the Minister of Ecological Transition, who launched the group. “The cost of regular clean-ups is a heavy cost to carry for local authorities. This concerted effort will allow us to broach the subject of tackling this problem with pragmatism and to find concrete solutions to this environmental scourge.”

The tipping of building materials, rubble, old armchairs, mattresses, washing machines and other household waste is not only illegal, it also creates an eyesore and risks damaging the environment; chemicals and heavy objects can damage the surrounding earth, flora, and fauna. Finding and prosecuting those responsible is notoriously difficult, however, with offenders understandably choosing locations that are relatively isolated.

Local authorities have been trying to clamp down on the practice and earlier this year the Hérault department put two drones into service to monitor areas most at risk of illegal dumping. Authorities often inspect the rubbish for clues and prosecute where possible, but catching fly-tippers in the act is never easy.

One mayor who did track down an offender was widely praised in the media for returning a pile of rubbish to its owner, literally dropping it on his doorstep. The pile of waste included cardboard boxes, an old office chair, some non-biodegradable plastic bags, and what appeared to be a broken microwave. The fly-tipper had left their address visible on one of the bits of rubbish, allowing the mayor of Dol-de-Bretagne to arrange the delivery of their waste back to their front door, in the nearby town of Mont-Saint-Michel.

Posting the resulting images on Facebook, the mayor accompanied the photos with the message “Return to sender. One nice local stupidly lost some rubbish in a ditch in the countryside of Carfantin. It is with great pleasure that we were able to return their property... with an appropriate fine.”

Those who are found guilty of illegally disposing of waste face a fine of €75 for a bin bag, €1,500 for throwing rubbish from a vehicle and professionals can be hit with a maximum €75,000 fine and two years in prison. ■

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Can you afford the cost of living longer? Blevins Franks

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y making the lifestyle choice to live in France, you will want to make the most of what this country has to offer by enjoying the beautiful scenery and climate for as long as you possibly can.

That may be much longer than you think. According to UK government statistics, life expectancy is the highest it has ever been. Today, Britons aged 65 can expect to live for a further twenty years on average – around five years longer than those at the same age in 1989. By 2039, this is projected to go up another five years.

Not only are people living longer, they are enjoying a lifestyle that is much more active – and arguably more expensive – than the generations before them.

With more people living into their 90s and beyond – a four-fold increase in men since 1982, and twice as many women – how can you make sure your money lasts as long as you do?

Getting value for money Many retirees favour low-risk, ‘safer’ investments like bank deposits in their later years. But with potentially 30 years or more to fund in retirement, this is often a false economy. While the cost of living generally increases over time, interest rates within Europe are currently lingering at or near zero – which means many people with bank savings are actually earning a negative real rate of return.

Although the UK interest rate has recently increased to 0.75%, this marks the first time since 2009 that rates have gone above half a per cent. In times like this – with UK rates expected to only reach 1.1% by 2021 – savers need to look further afield for returns that can keep up with the cost of living.

Expatriates also need to factor in exchange rate risk. If you have no choice but to take income in pounds, such as your UK pension, while spending euros in your daily life, you may find your money does not go as far as it once did. With both sterling and the euro so vulnerable to Brexit developments, it is more important than ever to have a well-diversified portfolio with a mix of assets, like equities, bonds and property as well as cash.

You should also spread investments across countries, currencies, regions and market sectors to minimise overexposure in any one area. The key is to find the right balance of risk and return for your peace of mind, and to make sure your savings and investments are structured as tax-efficiently as possible for your unique situation.

Pensions to last a lifetime For many people, unless you have a ‘final salary’ pension that provides a fixed income for the rest of your life, outliving your savings is a real risk. The State Pension – currently worth a maximum of around £8,500 a year – is unlikely to suf-

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There may be ways for expatriates to make pension funds go further. For example, you could consider transferring to a Qualifying Recognised Overseas Pension Scheme (QROPS) or reinvesting a lump sum in French-compliant arrangements.

Doing this could offer tax advantages and provide more flexibility for how you can access your money, including the ability to choose the currency of withdrawals.

Before making any decisions about your pension, however, it is essential to take regulated advice to avoid pension scams and establish the best approach for your particular objectives and circumstances.

A taxing problem – not just for governments Rising life expectancy is also expensive for governments. The higher the proportion of older people in a population, the greater the costs of services like state pensions and healthcare – and the lower the number of taxpayers that can fund it.

For governments the world over, the solution usually lies in pension or healthcare reforms and tax increases to finance these escalating expenses.

Higher taxation can be a serious threat

to your financial security in retirement, especially when coupled with rising healthcare costs. This is where personalised tax planning is vital to make use of available opportunities – in the UK, France or elsewhere – to ensure you do not pay more tax than necessary. With many of these arrangements you can combine your tax and investment planning in one exercise, allowing you to tackle the twin threats of tax and inflation at the same time.

For the best results, take professional advice designed for your unique circumstances and goals. Good financial planning can help put you on track to afford the lifestyle you want for as long as you need, so you can focus on enjoying a long and comfortable retirement in France. ■ Tel: 05 53 63 49 19 Email: bergerac@blevinsfranks.com Web: www.blevinsfranks.com Tax rates, scope and reliefs may change. Any statements concerning taxation are based upon our understanding of current taxation laws and practices which are subject to change. Tax information has been summarised; an individual is advised to seek personalised advice.

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by Julia Watson

umpkins get an unfairly bad rap. Aspiring scullery maids would far prefer to travel by carriage than by pumpkin. Sumptuous transportations (and certain people, in my experience) turn back into pumpkins at midnight. Or before, even. Worse, pumpkins get carved up into candlelit ghoul faces and grotesqueries to frighten small children out of their wits. Why? But they’re a glory in the vegetable patch - a globe of the orange chosen by Hermès to represent its upmarket brand with a pre-Christmas tangerine glow to light up the gloomy soil at a time of year when sunshine and blue skies can’t be guaranteed. They keep over winter if properly stored in a chilly and dark place high above the temptations of vermin.

And a single one will offer several meals for very little money.

It’s a member of the family of cucurbitas which includes squashes and courgettes. Seeds from the wider pumpkin family have been found in Mexico dating as far back as 7000 to 5500 BC. But native Americans knew better than any nation their value.

In their generosity, they offered them to the incoming Puritans who thanked them for the gift of the vegetable - and the turkey with which it paired so deliciously - by massacring them, or herding them off their long-held traditional hunting grounds into the barren wilderness. Most of the best pumpkins recipes come down from Americans - though there are ways to curry and spice the pumpkin, introduced into India

by Portuguese explorers. And with Middle Eastern recipes so de rigueur right now, pumpkins have been annexed by hip restaurateurs and been sprinkled with pomegranate seeds, nuts and sumac.

It was immigrant Irish who introduced the tradition of carving pumpkins into jack-o'-lanterns to America. On All Hallows' Eve back in Ireland, however, where pumpkins didn’t exist, jack-o’-lanterns had been carved from turnips, and embers placed in them to ward off evil spirits.

The original Jack, according to legend, was one Stingy Jack, a miserable old drunk who took pleasure in playing tricks on family and friends - everyone, including the Devil himself. One day, he tricked the Devil into climbing up an apple tree. Once the Devil was aloft, Stingy Jack set crosses round the trunk of the tree. Unable to touch a cross, the Devil was stuck

in the tree until Stingy Jack made him promise not to take his soul when he died. Once the devil had delivered the promise, Stingy Jack removed the crosses, and the Devil climbed down.

When eventually Jack died, he showed up at the pearly gates of Heaven. Saint Peter informed him he was a mean and cruel individual who had led a miserable, worthless life and would not be allowed to enter Heaven, so cast him down to Hell and the Devil. But the Devil kept his promise not to allow him to enter Hell, so Jack had nowhere to go. All he could do was wander forever in the dark Netherworld between Heaven and Hell. How, he asked the Devil, could he find his way about, as there was no light? The Devil tossed him an ember from the flames of Hell. Jack had a turnip with him - as I suppose one does when packing to meet Saint Peter.

Jack hollowed it out and placed the ember the Devil had given him inside. From that day forward, Stingy Jack roamed the earth without a resting place, lighting his way as he went with his "jack-o'-lantern".

Anyone who imagines the only American way to eat pumpkin is as the - to me - filling, unspeakable, mushy, flavoured with ground cinnamon and inordinate quantities of sugar that goes into the Thanksgiv-

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Warm roasted butternut squash salad Ingredients (serves 4):

2 tablespoons shallots, finely minced

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 teaspoons Dijon mustard

1 tablespoon pure maple syrup

120ml olive oil

Salt and freshly ground black pepper

115g arugula/roquette or 4 large handfuls

700g butternut squash, peeled and diced into 3-4cm cubes

60g walnut halves, toasted

175ml apple cider or apple juice

6 slices jambon de Bayonne or Parma ham torn into wide strips (optional)

2 tablespoons cider vinegar

175g goats cheese (optional)

Preheat oven 200C. In a bowl, mix together 2 tablespoons olive oil and 1 tablespoon maple syrup. Season. Add the squash and toss thoroughly to coat. Place in a roasting pan and roast for 15-20 minutes until tender, turning once.

Combine apple cider, vinegar and shallots in a small non-reactive pan. Bring to a boil over medium-high

heat. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes until cider is reduced to 4-5 tablespoons. Off heat, whisk in mustard and olive oil. Season to taste.

Place arugula/roquette in a large salad bowl. Add walnuts and roasted squash. Spoon over the salad only enough vinaigrette to moisten and toss lightly. Tuck in ham here and there and roughly crumble over cheese if using either. Serve while still warm.

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France hosts the 2018 Ryder Cup

he origins of the game of golf are not entirely clear.

People have been playing “stick and ball” games for many centuries and several countries lay claim to “inventing” it.

One legend is that golf was invented by shepherds who were out looking after their flocks. They became bored and created a game using their wooden crooks to hit round rocks into rabbit holes.

It is generally accepted that the modern game of golf, as we understand it today, originated in Scotland. According to the Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews, considered to be “the home of golf” and one of Scotland's oldest clubs: “Stick and ball games have been around for many centuries, but golf as we know it today, played over 18 holes, clearly originated in Scotland.”

One of the very first references to the game of golf came in 1452 when King James II banned it in Scotland, along with football, because he believed that it interfered with his people's archery practice – a skill much needed by his armies!

The game remained a largely Scottish hobby until the mid-19th century. As the first railways began to cross England and Scotland, its popularity quickly spread, first across Great Britain and soon across the rest of the British Empire.

It can be said that golf - along with football, cricket and rugby - is another game invented by the British and then given to the rest of the world so that they could beat us at it!

One of the most popular events in golf is the Ryder Cup. Held every two years, it sees the 12 best players from Europe and the USA battle each other in a team competition over the course of three days. The 2018 competition is being held at Le Golf National course near Paris between 28-30 September. This is only the second time the competition has taken place in Europe outside of the UK and the first time ever in France.

Organisers hope that the event will give a big boost to golf in France, where the sport remains much less popular than in the UK and elsewhere in Europe. The 2018 European team is made up of players from 6 different countries, but sadly with no French golfers on the first tee this time around. The last French player to represent the European team was Victor Dubuisson in 2014, who won two of his matches, drawing the third. Thomas Levet and Jean van de Velde are the other French golfers to represent Europe in this historic competition. ■

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Many thanks to local French teacher, Sophie Arsac, for this month's bilingual article. Why not get in touch with Sophie to see how she can help improve your French! See below for contact details.

’origine du golf est difficile à retracer avec certitude. Les gens jouent à des jeux de balles et de bâtons depuis des siècles et plusieurs pays en revendiquent l’invention. Selon l’une des légendes, ce sont des bergers qui auraient inventé ce jeu alors qu’ils surveillaient leurs troupeaux. Gagnés par l’ennui, ils tapaient dans des cailloux sphériques avec leur houlette de bois pour les projeter dans des terriers de lapin.

Il est généralement admis que le golf, dans sa version moderne, est originaire d’Ecosse. Selon le « Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews », l’un des plus anciens clubs de golf en Ecosse et considéré comme « La Maison du Golf » : « Les jeux de bâtons et de balles existent depuis de nombreux siècles mais le jeu de golf tel que nous le connaissons aujourd’hui, avec un parcours de 18 trous, a clairement des racines écossaises ».

L’une des toutes premières références au golf remonte à 1452 lorsque le roi Jacques II d’Ecosse le bannit, au même titre que le football, au prétexte que les deux sports interféraient avec l’entraînement de ses sujets au tir à l’arc, une compétence ô combien plus nécessaire à ses armées !

Le jeu resta un loisir principalement écossais jusqu’à la moitié du 19ème siècle. Lorsque les premiers chemins de fer commencèrent à sillonner l’Angleterre et l’Ecosse, sa popularité se répandit rapidement au sein de la GrandeBretagne puis bientôt dans le reste de l’empire britannique.

On peut dire que le golf, au même titre que le football, le cricket et le rugby, est encore un de ces jeux qui ont été inventés par les Britanniques puis offerts au reste du monde afin qu’il puisse les battre !

L’un des événements les plus populaires du golf est la Ryder Cup. Se tenant tous les deux ans, elle voit s’affronter en équipes pendant trois jours les 12 meilleurs joueurs européens et américains.

La compétition 2018 aura lieu sur le court du Golf National, près de Paris, du 28 au 30 septembre. Elle se déroulera pour la toute première fois en France et, si l’on excepte le Royaume Uni, seulement pour la deuxième fois en Europe.

Les organisateurs espèrent que cet événement donnera un gros coup d’accélérateur au golf en France, où ce sport demeure bien moins populaire qu’au Royaume-Uni et même partout ailleurs en Europe. L’équipe européenne de 2018 sera constituée de joueurs issus de six pays différents mais malheureusement aucun golfeur français ne sera au départ lors de la compétition. Le dernier joueur français à représenter l’Europe fut Victor Dubuisson en 2014. Il gagna deux de ses matchs puis finit ex-aequo au troisième. Seuls deux autres joueurs de l’Hexagone représentèrent l’Europe dans cette compétition historique, Thomas Levet et Jean van de Velde. ■

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

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“SolarVenti”- the solar solution to damp and humidity

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Building Services Painters/Decorators

Building Services Roofing

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see main ad - pg 9

facebook: @thebrokendrum

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SIRET: 812 727 253 00013

Your advert here

see main ad - pg 17

Established since 1986

Siret No. 493 159 412 00011

Building Services Plumbing & Heating

05 55 62 63 82

THE LADY SWEEP All types of chimney

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See main ad - pg 15

Carlos

LA RAMONEUSE

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Siret: 527 906 614 00013

Electrician/Plumber

Chimney Sweeps

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WEBSITE No6 DESIGN before

- Free quote / discussion / meeting / assessment of current site during

- Refresh / redesign your existing site - Create new one page / multipage / shop / gite booking system site afterwards

- Update your own site if you like!

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Email: mimihomecare23@yahoo.fr siret: 818 225 526 00016

06 38 75 32 97

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To advertise in The Bugle Business Directory, call 06 04 17 80 93 50,000 sq ft of covered showrooms & 2 large external display areas - P5 18mm tongue and grooved water repellent chipboard. Available in 8ft x 2ft sheets.

- C.L.S. stud work: 2.4, 3 & 4.8m lengths.

- OSB 8ft x 4ft sheets, 9mm and 18mm in stock.

- Plywood all in 8ft x 4ft sheets. External grade, suitable for construction use.

- Marine ply also in 12mm - Skirting board & Architrave in stock.

- Insulation earthwool, 100 & 150mm. R value for 100mm - 2.25.

- Rigid board insulation Xtratherm R: 40/75/80/90 &120 mm. R value for 40mm - 1.73.

- If you use hydraulic oil search on Google: reclamationyard Facebook.

Open Mon-Sat 8.30am to 6pm - www.reclamation-yard.com - Only 1km from Confolens on the D952 Ansac-sur-Vienne road

Purple Solutions Garden Maintenance Do you have a garden? Home, cottage or holiday home?

Call us on 06 72 87 87 14 or contact us via Facebook or email.

Leave your details and an idea of the job description.

Covering 40 km from Cussac (87150)

purplesolutionsgardenmaintenance email: sryanhill@rocketmail.com siret: 825 351 836 00010

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ADVERTORIAL

Pension News - it's not all doom and gloom

T

he next six months are potentially going to be quite changeable for us expats living here in France. Increasingly I’m receiving enquiries from people that are worried their pension payments will just stop once we reach March next year. This is very much not the case, but there is some preparation that may be needed if your pension is with a private pension company or a Life Assurance company, something they may have already contacted you directly about.

In one of my recent articles I quoted from the Government White Paper that they had

confirmed that its negotiations with the EU27 over Brexit would see it aim to end passporting rights for financial services. In other words payments from UK private pensions into a foreign bank account will become illegal. If this is something that may affect your pension you could either have your pension payments paid into a UK account and then transfer the funds via a currency exchange to get the best out of your money or you may need to consider transferring to an alternative international pension, something which I can help you with.

It’s not all doom and gloom though on the pension front.

Final Salary/Defined Benefit (DB) Pension Transfers There are still many people

Try Something Different

Chez Jacques Marsac (23) • Cosy atmosphere • Speciality Crêpes • Large burger menu • Around 115 single malt whiskies • Selection of bottled British ales • Book corner, pool table • "Mouclade" nights • Curry nights

in Final Salary (DB) Pension schemes, the good news is that Defined benefit (DB) pension schemes for FTSE 100 organisations have achieved a surplus of £3 billion, moving out of deficit for the first time in 10 years, according to the JLT Employee Benefits monthly index.

The index, which tracks the funding position of all UK private sector DB schemes based on the IAS19 numbers disclosed in organisations’ reports and accounts, shows that the deficit for FTSE 350 schemes has dropped from £43 billion to zero since July 2017.

It also registered a drop in the deficit among all UK private sector pension schemes, from £130 billion on 31 July 2017, to £22 billion on 31 July 2018.

However, for some the flexibilities of transferring to

Le Creusois Bar/Restaurant

Les Genêts, Azerables

Sherrie et Steve Jardiniers All general

Gardening No job too small. Reasonable prices.

Contact Steve or Sherrie

www.lecreusoisbistro.com SIREN: 483 988 853

Mandys-curry-2-go

The above information was correct at the time of preparation and does not constitute investment advice and you should seek advice from a professional adviser before embarking on any financial planning activity.

Footnote: Transferring from a DB scheme is a complex area and requires careful consideration and specialist advice that is specific to

High quality British & French food at reasonable prices.

Menu du Jour €12, Traditional Pub Food, Vegetarian dishes, Childrens & Snack menus also available

05.55.63.90.79

the individual's personal circumstances, objectives and motivations. It may not be the best course of action in every case.

If you are considering transferring any type of pension and wish to have independent, professional and impartial advice, please contact me by email: Rosemary.sheppard@ blacktowerfm.com or call me on 06 38 86 99 70. Blacktower Financial Management has over 32 years’ experience helping expats to make sure that their money works for them.

a SIPP or QROPS may be a more attractive option. These flexibilities include the ability to withdraw funds in a more ad hoc fashion, greater freedom of investment choice and the ability to pass on 100% of remaining funds to their chosen beneficiaries on death.

Clearly the pension freedoms introduced in April 2015 have played a big role in encouraging the rise in pension transfers to defined-contribution (DC) arrangements. At the same time, low interest rates mean that transfer values can appear extremely generous for those exiting their valuable definedbenefit (DB) schemes.

Undertaken

GARDEN SERVICES Paul Brown

All gardening work: Grass Cutting Strimming Hedge Trimming General Maintenance Dept 23 & Surrounding Areas

M: 06 58 72 03 43

Tel: 05 55 89 57 40

E: sherrieetstevejardiniers@gmail.com

brownpaul006@gmail.com

Siret No: 811 161 835 00001

Siret: 483 059 242 00030

Purple Solutions Garden Maintenance

closed Wednesdays

For menus and venues:

06 72 87 87 14

www.mandyscurry2go.com

see main ad - pg 19

Allo Allo 1 rue Saint-Roch, Le Grand Bourg

Follow us on facebook e : mandyscurry2go@gmail.com

Cross Cut Tree Surgeons

Your advert here

see main ad below

06 04 17 80 93

05 87 40 02 83

Rés: 06 73 37 45 01 see main ad - pg 5 26, Ecurat 23150

Le Restaurant Ecurat Atelier d'Art du Jardin

Restaurant du soir.

Our menu changes monthly.

Special occasions and parties welcome.

Fish and chips and mushy peas €11,50 the last Friday of each month.

Open Mon - Sat * Reservation in advance please* For more information:

tel: 05 55 81 31 85

email: ecurat123@hotmail.com 2km from Chénérailles and the Chateau Villemonteix.

Please mention The Bugle when responding to adverts

Mobile Curry Take Away

m : 07 70 39 12 23

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

Les Remparts Bénévent-l'Abbaye Tel: 0811 381 511 see main ad - pg 9

Garden Services Team Jardin www.teamjardin.fr

Reliable, professional and friendly garden services.

Garden Maintenance. Land Clearance.

Garden Construction.

Bespoke long-term maintenance plans.

Tel: 05 55 37 18 03 Mob: 06 33 66 17 45 e-mail: darren@teamjardin.fr Siret No. 752 549 907 00018

for all your tree requirements pawsonbeverley4@gmail.com 05.55.60.62.14 / 06.78.38.42.44

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

Gifts & Crafts

Handmade Gifts Hand painted silk accessories, candles, jewellery & more.

Available to buy online

www.nsandifer.com

siret: 788 438 562 00019

Siret: 811 512 094 00020

sales@thebugle.eu 06 04 17 80 93

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

Blacktower Financial Management Ltd is authorised and regulated in the UK by the Financial Conduct Authority. Blacktower Financial Management (Int) Ltd is licensed in Gibraltar by the Financial Services Commission (FSC) through whom we have a registered branch and passport for financial services in France. License number 00805B. 26, Ecurat 23150

Atelier d'Art du Jardin

Artisan art for your garden

2km from Chénérailles and the Chateau Villemonteix

tel: 05 55 81 31 85 email: ecurat123@hotmail.com Ivan Petley

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

Keyrings €2 plus other unique gift ideas.

Customisation and personalisation possible.

Come and visit the workshop by appointment.

Tel: 05.55.80.29.98 Les Bregères, 23150 St-Martial-le-Mont alison.petley@wanadoo.fr

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

Très Jolie

sales@thebugle.eu

see main ad pg 21

06 04 17 80 93

To advertise in The Bugle Business Directory, call 06 04 17 80 93

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

pawsonbeverley4@gmail.com

05.55.60.62.14 / 06.78.38.42.44

siret: 530 840 958 00017

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ADVERTORIAL

Houses on Internet: A Global Property Network

H

ouses on Internet – Global Property Services (hereafter referred to as “HOIGPS”) is the internet/marketing company that helps people sell their French property to buyers worldwide.

Richard Kroon, founder and director of the company: “During the last few months we have seen a huge increase in viewings and sales. Most of the buyers don’t live in France, which is why our worldwide advertising is so important.

Our marketing efforts are definitely paying off and guarantee a worldwide exposure of your property to buyers wherever they live.

“Last year HOI-GPS sold properties to people from 11 different countries, like France, Australia, Belgium, Holland,

Handholding Services

the United Kingdom, Switzerland, Germany, Norway, Sweden, Canada and Denmark.

“The actual work all starts with the presentation of a property. If that’s not good enough, all other marketing efforts are useless. Our photographers usually take 150 to 200 photos of a house and in addition copy any good (summer) photos our clients may have themselves.

“About 50 to 60 of those photos are selected, enhanced and presented on the dedicated website we make for each property in English, French and Dutch.

“The texts don’t just describe the house, garden and outbuildings, but information about shopping, schools, airports and leisure is given too.

“When the website for the house is online, we first con-

nect it to our main HOI-GPS websites which attract over 135,000 visitors from 40+ countries each month. Most of these people find us through Google and additional Google advertising.

“To reach an even larger audience, a summary of the presentation of the house is also placed on several other leading property websites. These adverts are also connected to the dedicated website of the house, making it all one big global property network.

“As the property market has become a global one, a prospective buyer can be on the other side of the world while the owner is in bed sleeping.

With our approach, the buyer does not have to wait and can see the entire property whenever he wants, at the moment he is

Osteopathy & Acupuncture

Financial Managment Group

Linda & Paul Bodimeade

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

Sophie Arsac

lindabodimeade@eircom.net paulbodimeade@eircom.net

siret: 791 847 429 00010

Translation/interpretation Dealing with utilities/banks Permis de construire Sourcing/supervising artisans Notaire/tax/hospital meetings

Tel: 09 52 32 34 87 or 06 95 46 25 38

Mobile hairdresser Grand-Bourg & surrounding area

Call Teddy:

06 15 78 18 04- pg 11

French lessons & handholding services 05 55 89 15 74 - pg 15

sales@thebugle.eu 06 04 17 80 93

Health & Beauty

Insurance & Finance

Jenny Homer BA hons, PGCE Proud of your French? or ashamed?

Make a Fresh Start this September!

My lessons, held in Eymoutiers: • help you to speak and understand better • focus on real life, at the vet's, dinner invites, emergencies, over the garden wall chat • help keep Alzheimer's at bay!

Small groups with a level to suit yours.

Free taster class: 3 hours and includes coffee and cake.

Email: homer.jennifer@gmail.com If you have French friends who would like to improve their English, maybe they would like to join my TEFL classes. All levels.

French lessons & handholding services 05 55 89 15 74 - pg 15

Blevins Franks International tax and wealth

06 82 48 63 94

www.blevinsfranks.com

http://www.kzen.fr

Language Services

Sophie Arsac

KZEN

Karine Hénaut - REFLEXOLOGIST

Rosemary Sheppard 06 38 86 99 70 - pg 11

Back, Neck, Joint Pain, Arthritic conditions?

Anxiety, Headaches, Sports Injuries?

Insomnia, Stress, Sinus, Hayfever?

Based in Châteauneuf-la-Forêt (87130) siret: 793 539 826 00016

A HELPING HAND

Blacktower

05 55 89 57 94 - see pg 4

06 04 17 80 93 Pest Control

Houses on Internet Global Property Services www.housesoninternet.com

+31 (0)6 41 20 73 69

Pools & Spas Dave Roberts

Fibreglass Specialist Fibreglass swimming pool linings that can be applied over all finishes: tiles, marbelite, concrete, etc.

Perfect for new pools, old pools, or pools leaking water Laminated on site, one piece and seam free For more information or a quote, contact Dave: +44 (0)1903 893 451 +44 (0)7825 916 573

www. fibreglass-lining.com

Central France Pest Control Dératisation, Déinsectisation, Désinfection

06 04 17 80 93

La Petite Barre, 18210 Bessais Le Fromental

The Spectrum IFA Group Independent Financial Adviser

sales@thebugle.eu

Email: info@applicateur3d.com

See our main ad - pg 12

Tony Farrell

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

Your advert here

management advisers

(website in French and English)

Reflexology has many benefits (sleep, stress, migraines & back tension, digestive, hormonal, respiratory & allergic disorders...) and provides a state of deep relaxation.

French and English spoken.

interested in it.”

For more information on HOI-GPS or to market your property through them, visit their website. ■

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

Your advert here 06 04 17 80 93

Curative and preventative rats, mice, moles, flies, woodworm, bed bugs, fleas, wasps, hornets SIRET No. 498 544 741 00024

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Très Jolie

Ladies fashion accessories Beautiful scarves, purses, handbags, jewellery & gifts

(See Notice Board for where to find me)

Paula Bonella Granulés du Limousin

05 55 78 62 29 06 04 08 29 53

tres.jolie1@orange.fr Facebook: search for “Tres Jolie Milhaguet” siret 753 125 061 00014

Advertise here from just €36 HT / month

06 04 17 80 93 sales@thebugle.eu

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La Noneix Construction and Property Services Limousin residents Paul and Joanne Rands moved to France with their two young children over a decade ago and established their successful construction company, La Noneix Construction and Property Services, offering a full range of building services, from a small job right through to a total renovation or complete new-build.

H

ere at La Noneix Construction we are into our 12th year of trading with an excellent reputation for our standard of work and the service provided. We are getting more and more repeat business from customers with whom we have built up an excellent relationship and new customers from word of mouth.

The number of barn renovations, extensions and reroofing jobs we are doing on old properties can only be good for the region, with old properties being given new life. We have recently taken on an apprentice who is studying for a BAC Pro in Intervention Patrimoine Bati the study of traditional construction methods originally used in the Creuse. In view of all the very old properties that we are frequently asked to renovate, this is of particular interest to us.

When carrying out a large renovation, the customer needs to be sure that the company they choose is fully qualified, insured, reliable and has a good track record.

Please mention The Bugle when responding to adverts

Property Maintenance Inside Out Property Services Offering a wide range of building/joinery/fencing services We pride ourselves on the quality of our workmanship, providing the client with a high quality finish at competitive prices.

Servicing 23 and surrounding areas.

Ring Dave: 05 55 64 22 98 Email: insideout288@googlemail.com Siret No. 821 348 323 00014

Creuse Gardien

Landscaping, Gardening Gîte Maintenance Property Clearance Environmental Construction 50km radius from Boussac Richard Charlie Collier

creusegardien@gmail.com

06 43 92 28 37 siret: 838 728 145 00015

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

06 04 17 80 93

We pride ourselves on meeting these criteria and for the attention to detail and level of customer service that we provide.

We are in constant contact with our clients; we effectively run a 24/7 business via phone and email.

Often, our clients will be based offsite or overseas and we send weekly updates, with photos of how the work is progressing. They are able to get back from work in an evening and email us to find out how things are going we will always respond.

We find that this service is essential to our customers who do not live permanently in France, allowing them to remotely see exactly what has been happening in their absence. This not only provides peace of mind, but also avoids the need for constant, costly trips back and forth to make sure that the work is being carried out effectively and efficiently.

Something that we unfortunately still see quite often are problems related to work undertaken by unregistered or improperly registered builders. This can lead to unsafe structures and if you are not careful, you can lose your money. When doing any kind of work, but especially when the work is structural, it is imperative that customers check that their builder is registered for the work they will be doing and that their insurance actually covers it. Just having a Siret number does not

Derek Mason

Land & Property Maintenance No job too tricky... there’s always a way!

mean you are covered for all building work!

La Noneix Construction and Property Services is a professional enterprise that is registered at the Chambre de Métiers. We operate under a full, mandatory 10-year insurance (décennale) and we have an excellent customer service record.

Don’t take our word for it, though, just listen to what our customers have to say about our business in their own words:

E: derekmason27@gmail.com siret: 834 451 718 00011

'Gite and Tidy'

Property management All properties looked after, main residences, holiday homes & gîtes.

Changeovers, cleaning, tidy ups, maintenance, gardening, swimming pools, etc.

Single or regular visits.

Fully insured.

Oradour-sur-Vayres (87150).

References available.

www.giteandtidy.com 09 82 12 69 73 (Home) 06 06 40 81 07 (Portable)

Creuse Property Care

Caring for your home in France when you can’t be there

Garden & Pool Maintenance General Maintenance & Small Renovation work including plasterboarding, tiling, painting, etc.

Changeovers/House Cleaning Ad-hoc Assistance References available Contact Mark or Trudy...

T: 05 55 67 90 47 / P: 06 40 75 74 47 E: marktrudy0506@gmail.com W: www.creusepropertycare.com Siret: 479 965 758 00028

La Noneix Construction & Property Services Tel: 05.55.66.44.06 Email: paul.rands@orange.fr Find more information on: www.lanoneix.com

“Something of a makeover it certainly is, in short we are both blown away with what you have achieved, it quite simply looks stunning. Whilst we appreciate it's

Property Sales Derek Mason Land & Property Maintenance M: 06 43 20 93 48 T: 05 55 10 17 44 E: derekmason27@gmail.com

Houses on Internet

35 years’ experience No job too tricky... there‛s always a way!

• Landscaping & maintenance ofContact grounds: me for a free & friendly, no obligation quote www.housesoninternet.com 35 years‛ experience & qualifications - UK & France layouts, patios, fencing, planting, lawns...

▪ Landscaping & maintenance of grounds: layouts, patios, fencing, planting, lawns...73 69 +31 (0)6 41 20 ▪ Property interior & exterior work - build new, renovate & maintenance of: • Property interior & exterior work: Floors, walls, doors, windows, roof repair, fireplace renovation, Ad - pg 3 See our Display drainage, kitchens, bathrooms, woodwork Floors, walls, doors, windows, Caring for your property as if it were my own! roof repair, fireplace renovation, drainage, Ask about a Land & Property Maintenance Package with weekly checks! siret: 834 451 718 00011 kitchens, bathrooms, woodwork

M: 06 43 20 93 48 T: 05 55 10 17 44

always the case to some extent, I think we would all agree there has necessarily been a lot of trust in both directions with regards to this project, but it really makes us so happy that you have been so true to your word and produced such a fantastic end product.” - Adrian and Alison

Beaux Villages Immobilier www.beauxvillages.com

Freephone: 08 05 69 23 23 see main ad - pg 6

Transaxia

Agencies across Central France www.transaxia-bourganeuf.fr

Before

Stove Sellers SAFE GARDE www.stovesellers.com 05.55.63.78.72

See our Display Ad - pg 2

sales@thebugle.eu 06 04 17 80 93

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

8 rue Principale, St Mathieu, 87440

see main ad - pg 7

Email: soieetbois@gmail.com Web: www.soiebois.net Tel: 05.55 48.28.89

Leggett Immobilier

Moulin de Tintin

05 53 56 62 54

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

www.leggettfrance.com see main ad - pg 5

Retail & Commerce

SIRET: 510 995 681 00010

Furniture, interiors & gifts

Transport, Removals & Storage

DISCOUNT WAREHOUSE SHOP Joussé (86350) - By appointment only

email: ray.mole@wanadoo.fr

Tel: 05 49 87 67 34 Siret 531 167 443 00013

Secure self storage units in Guéret

Whether you are a business or a household, we are here to make your storage a worry free experience at affordable prices.

Why not take a look at our website or give us a call... we are here to help you!

www.safe-garde.com

05 55 63 58 85

safegardegueret@gmail.com siret: 821 846 318 00011

Watson European International Removals

www.watsoneuropean.co.uk see main ad - pg 6

sales@thebugle.eu 06 04 17 80 93 Buggs Car Hire Bergerac & Limoges Airports

www.buggscarhire.com see main ad - front page

Franklins Removals

R.S.M.DISTRIBUTION

Beds Mattresses Furniture in stock

After

0044 121 353 7263

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

UK: 0333 022 0359 FR: 07 68 64 22 54

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

www.franklinsremovals.co.uk see main ad - pg 4

Your advert here 06 04 17 80 93

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Family run business based in France which prides itself on a personal professional service

Advertise here from just €36 HT / month

06 04 17 80 93 sales@thebugle.eu

MICHAELS MOVERS Removals

UK ↔ France ↔ UK Full & Part loads All size of vehicles, from Man & Van through to 18 tonne truck Storage available in the Limousin, Dordogne & Sussex UK free phone: 0800 840 3058

7.5 tonne truck to and from the UK and Europe, with a highly experienced staff. We provide a door-to-door service with packing and dry, secure storage.

We are a professional furniture removal company and NOT a man and a van.

TRANSITION REMOVALS

siret: 482 524 907 00011

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

Smart Moves For a fully insured, careful service

FORTNIGHTLY SERVICES TO FRANCE FULL OR PART LOADS WELCOME WE COLLECT FROM ALL AREAS OF THE UK AND DELIVER TO ALL AREAS OF FRANCE Please CALL or EMAIL Stephen

sales@thebugle.eu

smartmovers@hotmail.co.uk

www.michaelsmovers.freeindex.co.uk email: mharristransport@gmail.com

06 04 17 80 93

www.smartmovesremovals.co.uk

Central France Storage

Man & Van Transport

Mob: +44 (0)7808 338 386

www.centralfrancestorage.com Dry, safe & secure storage Brexit Busting Prices!!

Vehicle storage options We also do internal moves!

14.5m cherry picker available

Tel: 09 66 03 52 89 Email: lasout@live.com

Genuine/Reliable/Honest Local + Europe + UK runs Now also available for House/Barn clearances!

14m3 capacity 4.2m load length English & French Spoken

09 82 12 69 73

VAN ROUGE

sales@thebugle.eu 06 04 17 80 93

(+33) 07.61.21.85.15

Your advert here 06 04 17 80 93

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

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

Each item will incur a hire charge of 10 euros, plus a refundable 10 euros deposit.

For more INFO or to HIRE Call Vanessa: 05 55 64 32 08 or email: eq6763@gmail.com

Carrefour du Bois Limousin

www.chauffagebois-limousin.com

05 55 63 72 45 - see pg 21

Businesses for Sale

Proxi Supermarket In the heart of the market town of Ahun (23150)

Transition Removals

All Limousin covered Anything considered Any quantity

www.transitionremovals.com

Tel: 05 55 37 45 35 Mob: 06 74 21 47 71

• Alimentation Générale • Tabac • Lotto/FDJ

(+33) 05 55 34 19 46 see main ad above

siret 532 981 198 00015

Transaxia - The No.1 estate agency network in Creuse and Central France

ransaxia are fully registered estate agents with many years of experience and with excellent local knowledge of Bourganeuf and the surrounding area of the Creuse.

They are ideally qualified to assist in finding the right house for you be it a holiday home or the permanent house of your dreams.

There is always a fantastic selection of properties available to suit all budgets. From inexpensive bargain houses that may require some work or updating, to fully renovated, modernised homes ready to move straight into.

Transaxia are also able to offer advice on setting up utilities for your home as well as guiding you through other issues such as banking, finding artisans if required and provide

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information about the local way of life, social groups and activities.

If you plan to spend a few days searching for your property Transaxia has links with the best B&B and accommodation in the area.

For more information about Transaxia and the properties available in the Bourganeuf area, contact Marc Deschamps: T: 0033 683 668 309 E: bourganeuf@transaxia.fr W: transaxia-bourganeuf.fr

sales@thebugle.eu 06 04 17 80 93 FOR SALE: Commercial Lease For a shop (all types of commerce) on main street in Limoges. Easy parking.

60m2. 2 large commercial spaces of 20m2 and 25m2 with a room to the rear kitchenette, WC. Very good condition.

Contact for more information.

Tel: 06 20 82 89 43 agnespierre.tricard@gmail.com

A VENDRE: Pas-de-porte, boutique tous commerces.

Immeuble de style dans avenue principale de Limoges. Parking facile. 60 m².

2 grandes salles 20 m2 & 25 m2.

Une arrière salle, mini coin kitchenette, wc.

Très bon état.

Tel: 06 20 82 89 43 agnespierre.tricard@gmail.com

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ADVERTORIAL

T

BABY/INFANT EQUIPMENT FOR HIRE

FOR SALE:

General

www.frenchvanman.eu

siret: 494 123 847 00019

www.themanwithavan.info vanrouge@mail.com

+44 (0)1253 725 414

87150 Oradour-sur-Vayres Siret 530 213 644 00012

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

Phone: (+33) 05 55 34 19 46 - Mobile: (+33) 06 80 75 87 14 Email: p.evans@orange.fr - www.transitionremovals.com

For more information call:

06 38 39 33 99

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CLUBS, CHARITIES & ASSOCIATIONS Charities The Hope Association Charity Shop 87 2 rue de la Vieille Tour, 87120 Eymoutiers The shop is run by a group of volunteers with the sole aim of raising funds for abused & abandoned animals.

Opening hours: Sat 10h-13h, Wed & Fri 14h-17h, 1st & 3rd Thu morning 10h-12h.

We offer a selection of items including pre-loved clothes, jewellery, greeting cards and much more.

We are happy to accept anything in good sale condition either directly to the shop or email shopeightyseven4hope@gmail.com.

SPA Creuse The SPA Creuse dog refuge centre is based in SaintSulpice-le-Guérétois near Guéret and provides an invaluable service to the community by rescuing dogs that otherwise would have nowhere to go.

Each year we re-home over 100 dogs which find themselves at the SPA though no fault of their own.

We have dedicated staff who work alongside a network of French and British volunteers, all of whom have one aim in life, which is to do the best they can for the dogs until they find their forever homes.

In order to do this they need to raise funds; along with walking the dogs every day, volunteers also organise fund-raising events and vide-greniers throughout the year.

We are a friendly bunch and always on the lookout for more like-minded people and so if you are interested in becoming a volunteer, making a donation, or adopting one of our lovely dogs, then please visit our website www.spa-creuse.com.

Noah's Ark Noah’s Ark is a French registered charity run by Cindy and Lauren Maasik who have spent the last five years rescuing animals and caring for them on their farm near Saint-Mathieu.

A warm welcome awaits you at their shop and tea rooms in Rochechouart, with home-made cakes, tarts, and quiches followed by plenty of tea or coffee.

For more info visit www.noahsark.fr or Facebook: Noah's Ark Tea Rooms and Brocante, 6, Rue de Poitevin, Rochechuart. Open Tues - Sat 10h-17h. Tel: 05 87 41 26 16.

Farm visits for animal adoption are welcome at La Ferme, Les Dognons, 87440 Maisonnais-surTardoire. Tel: 05 55 70 64 76. Email info@noahsark. com 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 fundraising and donations to cover the very high rehoming 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 Church Servives Anglican Congregation of St. Martin, in France – FCE, founded 1844.

The FCE is a member church of GAFCON and is recognised as validly and lawfully Anglican by the C of E. We are pleased to announce the resumption of regular services at the RC Parish Church of St. Laurent, Bourg Archambault 86390 Vienne, on the D117 from Montmorillon. Holy Communion at 3 pm on the first Sunday of each month. Special services on certain Holy Days, as announced. Baptisms, Weddings and Funerals provided.

Contact: revrobertleone@gmail.com or Mrs Leone tel 06 78 36 19 54.

Monthly Worship in English If your journey of life has brought you here to France, why neglect your journey of faith? We look forward to giving a warm welcome to everyone from whatever Christian tradition (or none) on the 3rd SUNDAY of the MONTH at 3pm. Where? At the Temple in Thiat (in the north of the Haute-Vienne) – we are part of the Parish of the Basse-Marche of

the Eglise Protestante Unie de France. The Temple is on the main road close to the Mairie. After worship there is tea/coffee and cake – and a chance to chat.

If you want to know more contact Rev Derek Lawson on 05 55 68 53 03 or Rev Stephen Sawyer on 05 49 84 33 86.

English-speaking church services Guéret Come as you are... This is an invitation to join us at our CHURCH SERVICE IN ENGLISH. Whether you have a faith or would just like to attend a church service you are welcome at 3pm on the 2nd Sunday of each month at the Eglise Evangélique, 9b Place Bonnyaud, Guéret, 23000.

We welcome all who want to join a group of English-speaking Christians for a time of worship and learning together. Children are very welcome.

For more details visit www.serviceinenglish.com 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 American Line Dancing (French Style) The Phénix Country Club welcomes new members - men & women, beginners & experienced dancers to the salle des fêtes at LACS, near LA CHÂTRE, dept 36.

Learn French & learn to dance in a friendly environment every Tues & Fri evening from 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm. 1st 2 sessions are free. Annual subscription is 80 euros per person.

For more information in English contact Annette on 06 85 39 83 41 or email our French Présidente at phenixcountryclub@gmail.com Laurière Carpet Bowls Club Registered and insured. For some gentle exercise with a friendly social club, learn to play Indoor Bowls at Laurière (87370) in the Haute-Vienne.

If you have never tried the game, just come along and take a look. It is great fun and easy to play.

Why not join us any Monday at 2 pm until 5.30 pm at La Maison des Jeunes (Community Centre) on the route de Saint-Goussaud (D28) just off the D914 at Laurière. Parking available.

Session includes short refreshment break with home-made cakes (€2.50 per person).

For info, please call our Treasurer on 05 55 71 23 83.

Currently, we have British, French, and Dutch members. We look forward to seeing you!

Walking Football, Dun-le-Palestel If you think your footballing days are over, then think again!

Our association, "Entente Cordiale", is trying out a new venture – Walking Football, a slower version of the beautiful game! And it's for all adults over the age of 50.

We meet every Monday 16h–17h in the Gymnasium in Dun-le-Palestel, just opposite "The Apollo".

Walking football is designed to give you the chance to play the game you love, but at a much slower pace. It's a great way to keep fit, learn skills, have fun, and socialise at the same time, so why not come along?

If you used to play football, but now find the pace a bit too much, or if you’ve never had the chance to be involved before, Walking Football is the perfect introduction to playing football for you – no running allowed!

At the moment, all sessions are indoors, so please wear appropriate clothing and footwear. Just come along and enjoy the fun!

For more information email eccreuse@yahoo.com Dordogne Short Mat Bowls Association Learn to play Indoor Short Mat Bowls in the heart of the Dordogne at Eyzerac, just off the N21, south of Thiviers.

We are a small friendly inclusive club who meet every Thursday afternoon throughout the year at the Complex Sportif in Eyzerac 24300.

We are looking forward to welcoming new members, both novices or experienced players. We have all the equipment you need to play, so why not join us any Thursday at 2 pm until 5 pm.

To arrange a taster session or simply for more details contact Paul Boswell (Secretary) at boswellmoore@ hotmail.com or call 05 53 56 99 75.

NEW in St-Léonard-de-Noblat The Foyer Rural proposes drawing and watercolour courses in English and French: a good way to share knowledge and languages! Courses are delivered by a professional artist, to adults of any artistic level.

Every Wed from 18h to 19h30 (except during school

Peyrat Film Club The CINEMA in Peyrat-le-Château, run by the volunteers of the Association Bande Originale, regularly shows VOST films (original version with French subtitles), especially for all the non-French speakers in our region..

In October these VOs are: Mary Shelley (A Storm in the Stars) - biopic with Elle Fanning, Douglas Booth The Meg (title in French: En eaux troubles) - a good old thriller with a monster from the sea BlacKkKlansman - by Spike Lee, with John David Washington, Adam Driver Ticket price €5, but just €3.50 for members of the Association. See our website for more information and the full programme (most other films are in French): http://bandeoriginale.jimdo.com

rholidays).

For more details, please tel Caroline Platter on 06 72 08 26 15.

Address: Foyer Rural, rue Roger Salengro, 87400 StLéonard-de-Noblat INSPIRATIONS – Art & Craft Group We are a small group of artists and crafters who meet every Friday from 2 pm until 5 pm at the Salle Barbara, Droux 87. There is no formal tuition but we all help, advise and encourage each other to perfect our skills and learn new ones. New members welcome, from absolute beginners to experts.

Materials can be supplied for try-outs. Please contact: inspirations.droux@gmail.com Art Classes Mainsat The class runs every Thurs (term time) at the Salle du temps libre in Mainsat from 14h-16h.

We do a little bit of everything: pencil, charcoal, watercolour, pastel, acrylics, oils and sculpture, etc.

Contact Susan Neill for more info: Tel 05 55 83 12 18 / Mob 06 87 99 31 37 / Email thomas-susan.neill@ hotmail.com La chance de danser Dance classes for adults in La Souterraine.

Tue Bums & Tums - Stretch & Tone 10:00-11:00.

Salle des fêtes Saint-Léger-Magnazeix; Tue Tap from 19:00-20:00. Salle des fêtes La Souterraine; Wed Beginners ballet from 10:30-11:30. Salle de danse La Souterraine. €5 per class.

For more info contact Jan Pitwell on 09 66 96 44 85 or at lachancededanser23@gmail.com.

Photo Club La Meteorite (87) Rochechouart All welcome, all levels; we meet fortnightly at 3-5pm on Sundays. Field trips, friendly critique, conversation and competitions (to contact and more details go to photoclubmeteorite.org).

CHABANAIS BOWLS CLUB - What’s brand new and blue?

Since the hail storm that affected the Chabanais area as well as other neighbouring districts, short mat bowling has never been quite the same. The tennis ball-sized hail broke several tiles on the salle roof, allowing rain water to lay on to the parquet floor. In addition, the whole area was declared a national disaster bringing in forces from as far afield as Paris to assist resulting in the salle being used as a billet and restaurant for the children’s club.

From 3rd September until the 30th the hall floor will be removed and replaced.

Brand new and blue are our two new full-sized mats that are now in use and together with the addition of two further mats, they will allow the Club to carry out training and coaching sessions along with the normal members games. Our new mats will also give us the opportunity to run a six mat open tournament, once the floor and under floor heating have been fixed.

Chabanais Bowls Club meets on Tuesday mornings from 10.00 – 1.00, and Thursday afternoon from 2.00 – 5.00, at the salle des fêtes in the centre of Chabanais, with time for 3 x 45-minute sessions together with a welcome tea/coffee break.

For further information ring Brian on 05 45 29 05 73 or simply turn up. We have all the equipment you will need.

Drawing and painting classes At Saint-Junien with the CAPCC (art club). All levels welcome, every Monday and Thursday, English and French spoken, friendly atmosphere, materials provided by the club. 45€ / half-term.

Contact: lindsaycox@club-internet.fr for brochure with full details.

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 15.0016.00 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.

Tai Chi, Pakua & Qigong Tai Chi, Pakua & Qigong classes organised by the ACAMIES (association culturelle d'arts martiaux internes et d'exercices de santé). Wed: Jarnages, 18h30-20h, Salle Polyvalente. Thu: Bétête, 19h-20h30, Domaine de Tournessac. Individual classes, courses, massage & treatments also available. Contact: 06 48 00 02 07 http://acamies.e-monsite.com Keep Fit Amazing abs, breathtaking buttocks! Come and join our group at the CAPE in Pontarion. We are all ages, all sizes, men & women, but are serious about keeping fit.

Our “monitrice” is English and will happily provide bilingual instructions. We meet every Thursday at 8p.m. in Pontarion Town Hall, for a one-hour workout.

Come for a free trial, or call 05 55 64 98 87 or 06 32 42 95 68 for more details.

Indoor Bowling at Oradour-sur-Vayres If you already play or have never tried indoor bowling then come along to a meeting. It's great fun and easy to play. If you have never played it before we will show you how. We meet every Monday evening starting at 18.30 hrs at La Chapelle, avenue des Chapelles, 87150 Oradour-sur-Vayres. Come and try it - it's free. For further info tel 05 55 78 45 24 or email oradourbowlingclub@outlook.com 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 cussacbowlsclub@gmail.com or telephone 05 55 78 66 45.

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 at the DOJO, Allée Jean-Marie Couturier, Aubusson. 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 10.30 to 11.30 am, 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 (EPVG www. sport-santé.fr) For information contact 07 83 22 38 63 or gymvolontaire-087168@epgv.fr Learn to Meditate Learn to meditate and meet other like-minded people. Simple mindfulness technique. Dechen Choling, Le Mas Marvent, St-Yrieix-sous-Aixe, 87700. Also, ongoing regular group meetings and events. Contact tel Christina 05 55 03 82 01 www. dechencholing.org Gardening Les petits jardiniers du Limousin L'association des petits jardiniers du Limousin started in 2010 with the aim 'to provide and promote opportunities for local people to develop their interest and knowledge in horticulture and gardening and any related topics'. Since that time we've held monthly meetings on many different subjects, visited gardens and garden related industries such as a distillery, a paper mill and a commercial vegetable grower to name but a few. It's about meeting people with like-minded interests, sharing plants and seeds, learning more about growing plants, flowers, fruit, vegetables and trees in our region and having some fun along the way.

We meet on the third Thursday of each month (excluding February) in the Mairie at St-Amand-lePetit (between Eymoutiers and Peyrat-le-Château).

Meetings start at 2.30 pm and visit timings will be advised. Do come and join us, we're a friendly group and our meetings are open to everyone For more information contact us at pjlimousin@ gmail.com.

Agenda for 2018: 18 Oct - AGM followed by Pumpkins: edible and decorative; 15 Nov - Spring bulbs plus sale of bulbs; 13 Dec - Christmas party 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. For further information contact: veronique.granet@sfr.fr Aux Plantes, etc.

We are an association of independent, ethicallyminded 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. 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 Open Door Association – English Language Library & Cultural Exchange Group The association organises a variety of cultural activities throughout the year. These have included events such as a Burns' Supper, Afternoon Tea and Art Exhibition as well as visits to vineyards, sites of historic and artistic interest and sites of natural beauty. Our programme is constantly being updated.

We also run an English-language library based in the Old Mairie at Morterolles, commune of St. PardouxMorterolles where we have a selection of around 5,000 books, DVDs, jigsaws, etc. The library is open Mondays and Saturdays from 2-4 pm. Feel free to drop in and browse, borrow, chat, enjoy a free tea/ coffee or join in the jigsaw that's always in progress!

We welcome new members of all nationalities.

For further information, visit our website at www.opendoor23.com or contact the President, Peter Edmondson, on 06 47 54 20 09 or peter. edmondson@orange.fr Café Franglais Organised by the Amitiés Internationales du Pays de Boussac (AIPB). Every Wednesday starting at 18h30 until 20h00 in la Maison des Associations, Quartier Pasteur, 23600 Boussac. Come and join us for an informal chat to improve your French or English with native speakers in a café atmosphere whilst enjoying a drink and nibbles. Last evening of the winter season will be 21st March. It will reopen on 11th April until 4th July for the Spring/Summer and from 5th September until 12th December during the Autumn. For more info please call 05 55 65 03 69.

Association Rencontres Franco-Britanniques The Association Rencontres Franco-Britanniques, based in Bourganeuf, was created in January 2012 and aims to help British people, resident in the Communautés de Communes surrounding Bourganeuf, to become integrated in their communes and local life.

We organize a range of cultural and social activities for our members.

The fortnightly conversation groups are an important part of our association. At these meetings British members can improve their spoken French, and our French colleagues may improve their English.

We would very much like to welcome new people, both French and English, into the association. Our meetings and events are fun and take place in a happy and friendly atmosphere. We currently have 90 members. The annual subscription for membership is €12 per person.

For further information on the association's activities contact: Christine Gee 05 55 64 22 25 - email: geeinfrance@gmail.com - www.francobrit.com Bessines-Accueil Bessines-Accueil is a group based in Bessines-surGartempe (87250) which seeks to welcome new arrivals both to the town and to the surrounding region and to assist them with integration in the community.

The group is comprised both of French and English members and meets weekly, generally on Thursday afternoons, in Bessines-sur-Gartempe, when various activities take place, all aimed at promoting a friendly and welcoming ambiance.

Through these activities, which include visits, talks, entertainment and much more, the group aims to discover and promote an appreciation of the life, the history and the heritage of the area and to help new arrivals settle.

For more details or to join please contact the President, Bernadette Ruffenach, on 05 55 76 11 19.

Les Franglais de Banize (23120) French and English people meet every Wednesday at 2-3 pm in the mairie in Banize to share English and French language and lots of laughter.

We all learn from each other, in both languages and about aspects of both cultures. In general the English try to speak in French and vice versa. As far as possible!

The meetings have been going on for seven years now but new arrivals are always welcome.

For more information please contact Anne Chadwick at lesfranglaisdebanize@orange.fr or tel 05 55 67 53 60.

Connect87 CONNECT is a group for English speakers of any nationality in the area of St-Yrieix-la-Perche.

Our Objective is to help people make friends and exchange information. We hold fun events and a Monthly Coffee Morning on the First Friday of every month at Espace Ferraud, rue du Docteur Lemoyne, St-Yrieix-la-Perche. We are a non profit making group and we are run by volunteers, there are no membership fees.

For Further information visit our website www.connect87.info or contact Nikki Evans at nikkifleurie@gmail.com or on 05 53 55 09 83.

French Conversation Group at Les Billanges (87340) We are a small group who meet fortnightly for an hour and a half on Tuesday evenings during term time in Les Billanges, 87340, close to the Creuse/ Haute-Vienne border. We are accompanied by a retired French schoolteacher and a current French teacher of English. Discussion is informal, loosely based on everyday topics, including some grammar plus general discussion. We need a few more people to help keep it vibrant and to cater for inevitable absences. The only cost is yearly membership of the local Association, about €16, which brings with it other social opportunities.

To find out more please contact Chrissy Smith at

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OCTOBER 2018 ○ THE BUGLE ○ www.thebugle.eu chrissysmith@talk21.com Familles Rurales in Peyrat-le-Château Association Familles Rurales now offer assistance in English and Dutch to all non-French speaking people (British, Dutch, German, etc.) concerning all kinds of administrative steps. The service is available in Peyratle-Château and surrounding communes. We will try to provide information and help you find your way in social and administrative matters. We will also do our best to help you with practical matters such as language problems, payment of bills, hiring workmen, etc. Find Heleen Tichler-Botermans at the AFR office in Peyrat-leChâteau on Mondays from 9 am to 12 pm and Wednesdays from 9 am to 1 pm. You are welcome to drop in or make an appointment. www.famillesrurales.org/peyrat-le-chateau E-mail: familles-rurales.infopeyrat@orange.fr Telephone: 06 41 20 06 83 Office address: 19 avenue de la Tour, 87470 Peyrat-leChâteau Familles Rurales 2 in St-Yrieix-la-Perche Weekly courses in French for foreigners (mainly English and Dutch) living in the area. Held at five different levels, all with the same native French teacher, so it is easy to move from one class to another if you feel out of place.

Level 1 (beginners) - Mon 10h30-12h; Level 2 - Thur 10h30-12h; Level 3 - Tue 10h30-12h; Level 4 - Sat 10h-12h; Level 5 (top) - Weds 14h30-16h30.

All courses are held in Familles Rurales' premises at 1 rue de la Piscine (former swimming pool), 87500 St-Yrieix-laPerche. For more info tel 05 55 09 30 86, or Mark GRIEVES (English-speaking president) tel 06 76 64 89 94 will be pleased to answer any questions you may have.

Aubusson’s Network Each week, for 5 years now, we meet between 11.30 am and 1 pm every Saturday at the café "Aux Baladins" opposite Aubusson’s Gare Routière car park.

We are a friendly group of French and English who enjoy conversation in both languages. We like to exchange views, make new friends, help and advise one another and help integrate newcomers.

You can contact us by phone: Viviane 06 32 96 54 2 - Jo 09 72 41 40 47 - Catherine 06 86 17 80 88 - Jan 00 44 74 68 20 66 12 - John 05 55 67 37 60 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 Alan Bretman on 05 55 49 08 75. We look forward to hearing from you.

The Melting Pot We are a group of about 50 people who meet regularly to discuss and propose different ideas and activities with the aim of integrating more fully with the French community.

Our meetings are held at the Ancienne Ecole in Darnac every Wednesday morning from 10h-12h, except on the first Wednesday of the month when we meet at 19h30.

Our meetings are varied and include curry evenings, quizzes, plant swops, table tennis, pétanque tournaments, BBQs and more.

Newcomers are very welcome. For more info visit: www. meltingpot-limousin.com CLE – (Charente Limousine Exchange) CLE is a not-for-profit organisation whose members form a valuable resource for the exchange of news, views, ideas and information. We lobby and work with key organisations to help protect our members' best interests, particularly when Government or other proposals threaten to impact the well-being of expatriate citizens.

We organise a range of events, workshops and seminars throughout the year, plus social activities including coach trips, activity days and charity events. Our special interest groups include a Fishing Group, a Pudding Club and Gourmet Club which holds regular lunches at some of the region's better restaurants where we negotiate set menus a cut above the typical 'plat du jour' but still reasonably priced – all activities to help members make new expatriate and French friends. www.cle-france.com Email: contact@cle-france.com Tel: Barry Leech 05 49 87 19 85 Libraries & Books Sale of Second-hand Books, La Croisille-sur-Briance On the 18th of every month, during the monthly market at La Croisille-sur-Briance (87130), there is a sale of secondhand books (both English and French) from 9am to 12 noon, at the former restaurant in La Place, opposite the bar/tabac. All proceeds go towards the local school funds (for La Croisille-sur-Briance and St-Méard RPI).

La Souterraine English Library and Information Centre Located in the historic Porte de Puy Charraud, at 10 rue de Portail, La Souterraine, we are a lively, well-stocked English language library with almost 10,000 books and media available to borrow. We have an attractive cafe which serves tea, coffee and a range of home-made cakes.

There is also a regularly changing display of works by local artists.

The library hosts a lively mixed conversation group for French and English speakers and also organises AngloFrench conversation groups in association with the Municipal library in La Souterraine. There are also a number of thriving special interest groups, such as the Gardening Group, Camera Club, Friendship Group, etc.

We also provide support & assistance in bureaucratic and administrative matters for both existing British residents as well as newcomers to the area. Whatever your interests don’t hesitate to pay us a visit and you will be made most welcome.

We are open from 9.30 am until 12.30 pm, Mon, Fri & Sat and 2 pm until 4.30 pm on Thurs.

For more info tel 05 55 89 57 62 during opening hours or visit www.englishlibrary.fr The English Library – La Bibliothèque Anglophone, Dunle-Palestel The English Library, which has been established for over 10 yrs, is a part of the Anglo-French Association "Entente Cordiale" and is situated in the route des Ratteries, adjacent to the Bibliothèque Municipale, Parc Benjamin

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CSF 24 HOUR HELPLINE - 06 45 35 32 30 email: csfcharenteplus@gmail.com

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The Library is a very welcoming meeting place, where you can come and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee, whilst browsing through our extensive collection of around 10,000 books, talking books and DVDs. Thanks to donations and an active purchasing policy we are able to offer something for everyone. For our new acquisitions we concentrate on recent publications, as well as member requests for older books.

Open every Thursday from 10h – 13h, and Saturdays from 10h - 12h30.

“Entente Cordiale" hosts a wide range of other groups and activities too, including English lessons, French lessons, Traditional Dance Group, Art Group, Theatre group, “Les Troubadours" Traditional embroidery group, and Walking Football.

For more information email: library.ententecordiale@ yahoo.com Music JJ's Music Club Hosted by L'Authentique Restaurant, 25 Rue Principale 23360 Lourdoueix-Saint-Pierre.

Singers and musicians of all styles and levels will be warmly welcomed on the last Friday of the month starting 26th October. Free entry.

Please reserve food in advance (05 55 80 21 67).

For more information email Jacky at jjsclubdemusique@ gmail.com Music Club, Rochechouart Since 2016 we have welcomed musicians and an evergrowing enthusiastic audience to our monthly sessions at La Galerie in Rochechouart.

Folk Galerie is an acoustic music club where all singers and musicians can come along to sing or play their own compositions or covers.

All styles are welcome... Celtic, classical, comedy, country, folk, jazz, music hall, pop, swing, etc.

Salle Jacques Brel. Sessions take place every 2nd Friday of the month at 8 pm.

Join our Facebook Group or email folk.galerie@gmail.com for more information.

Le Petit Tralala Le Petit Tralala was founded seven years ago by Sylviane Cahannier in Cluis (Indre). Until now, Sylviane has created the shows (music hall parodies) and the costumes.

The troupe is always looking for new members. There is absolutely no need to sing perfectly or dance, as most importantly we have fun.

Rehearsals are programmed in line with the date of the show and the availability of the troupe members.

There is no obligation to speak French for the songs (playback performance), but it will be a relief for Sylviane who does not speak English. However, that must not discourage you from calling her for further information!

Tel: 06 09 13 46 15.

“Le Jeudi Meta Blues” Organised by the association Nessgig this takes place every 4th Thursday of the month, from 19h30 to 22h at “La Petite Charrue” pub, Le Bournazeau, Château-Chervix (87).

All music lovers who would like to share and exchange information and stories around blues, folk and rock, in French AND in English, or who might like to jam a little, are welcome.

Free admission! For more information email nessgig87@ gmail.com or tel 05 55 09 99 34.

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

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Choupette This lovely gentle girl is called Choupette and is around 8 to 9 years old and is a Griffon Labrador cross.

Choupette was rescued by the SPA following several reports that her master had abandoned her in a garage and left her to starve. When she was found she was extremely weak and skeletal and had numerous bed sores on her painfully thin body.

Despite being so cruelly treated, she holds no grudges and loves everyone. She is a joy to be around and is so grateful for any act of kindness.

She has now been at the refuge for two months; she has regained her weight and her sores have healed and she is now ready to go to her new family.

The SPA are looking for a home where she will be loved and cherished and can forget forever about her horrible past. In return Choupette will be a loyal and kind companion and will repay you a thousandfold.

If you think you you can help Choupette then please contact the SPA de Creuse (Guéret), 21 Le Clocher, 23000 Saint-Sulpice-le-Guérétois www.spa-creuse.com, tel 05 55 81 99 31 (answering machine) or email spa.gueret@orange.fr

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Alcoholics Anonymous If you or someone you know has a drinking problem, there are now English-speaking meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous at Limoges, Périgueux and the recently opened meeting at Civray.

Alcoholics Anonymous is a Fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. There are no dues or fees for A.A. membership and A.A. is not allied with 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 www.aafrance.net English-speaking council surgery ...for residents of the commune of St-Léger-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.

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.

English Helpline (available on Tuesday mornings between 10am and midday): 09 64 21 40 86.

For more information email alzheimer.dordogne@orange. fr or visit www.francealzheimer-dordogne.org Cancer Support France, Charente Plus Free confidential support for English-speaking people touched by cancer in departments 16, 17 & 86.

CSF 24 hour helpline: 06 45 35 32 30, Email csfcharenteplus@gmail.com, Facebook: Cancer Support France - Charente Plus CSF Charity Shop open at 3 rue Nationale, 16150 Chabanais (entrance opposite the mairie, directly behind Petticoat Lane – we are on the 1st floor upstairs: Wed & Fri from 10 am – 4 pm.

Cancer Support Haute-Vienne 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, helpline@cshautevienne.org or visit www. cshautevienne.org

This gorgeous fellow has been at the SPA of Limoges for 2 years, half of his life!

He is a Cane Corso mix, so not categorised in France. He is playful, obedient, an adorable dog. But he is very strong and needs an owner with authority who has the power to hold a powerful dog. He is never mean, but gets a little over excited when he is happy!

No cats, and the SPA has never tested him with other dogs, so we recommend that he is the only dog in the home. He is castrated, has his rabies vaccination and a valid passport.

Please come and meet him! English-speaking volunteers are regularly here on Tuesdays and Saturdays.

SPA de la Haute-Vienne 156 avenue du Général René Chambe 87270 Couzeix Tel: 05 55 48 06 75 Email: spa87@hotmail.fr

SPA de Creuse This is a desperate appeal from the SPA de Creuse in Guéret for foster families.

The refuge is full to bursting and we are struggling to cope, with a huge list of dogs still waiting to come in from the many abandonments this summer.

Being a foster family is a rewarding experience, but also a serious commitment and not a decision taken lightly.

If you would like more information or feel you are ready to make this commitment and perhaps foster a dog or a cat on a long or short-term basis, then please contact the SPA de Creuse tel 05 55 81 99 31 (answering machine) or email spa.gueret@orange.fr www.spa-creuse.com

Cancer Support Haute-Vienne's photographic calendar for 2019 is now available The theme for the calendar is "Life in rural France" and the cost is €10 plus postage.

An order form can be found on our website (www.cshautevienne.org) and you can pay by Paypal or cheque (in euros). The cost of postage is €4.80 for France.

If you wish to track the package, this costs an additional 40 cents.

CHARITY SHOP

Do please come in and visit us.

We are located at: 3 rue Nationale, 16150 Chabanais (entrance opposite the mairie, directly behind Petticoat Lane – we are on the first floor upstairs)

OPENING HOURS: Wednesday & Friday 10 am – 4 pm Sorry – no books or electrical goods Now taking Furniture. Please email joannebrent@outlook.com for details.

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Mandys-curry-2-go www.mandyscurry2go.com

Curry & Side Dish of the month: Passanda and Onion pilau Ste-Sévère-sur-Indre, Chilled pre-orders only! Wednesday 3rd (3.15pm) Boussac, Gouzon and Guéret, Chilled pre-orders only! ... Wednesday 3rd (4pm, 4.30pm & 5.15pm) Aubusson, Chilled only! (place de la gare routière) - Thursday 4th (4pm-5pm) Marsac, (Chez Jacques) - Friday 5th (6.30pm) Peyrat-le-Château & St-Léonard-de-Noblat Chilled pre-orders only! ... Thursday 11th (12.30pm & 1.30pm) Le Dorat, Bellac & Limoges, Chilled pre-orders only! ... Friday 12th (1pm, 1.30pm & 3pm) Bourganeuf, St-Dizier-Leyrenne , Le Grand-Bourg, Dun-le-Palestel & La Souterraine... Chilled pre-orders only!

Thursday 18th (1.15pm, 1.30pm, 2pm, 2.30pm & 3.30pm) Sardent, (Auberge du lac, Masmangeas) - Saturday 20th (6pm) Please contact me if you would like a chilled pre-order to anywhere that is not listed above!

All venues are weather permitting.

Please check website & Facebook for updates.

Tel: 07 70 39 12 23

Email: mandyscurry2go@gmail.com

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Limousin Dog Training & Rainbow Association would like to invite you to their Doggy Fun Day, Saturday 6th October, at Rainbow Association, 87320 BussièrePoitevine, from 11 o'clock onwards.

Games for you and your dog to participate in, Agility to try and an Obedience Display.

Food, cakes & refreshments available at the Rainbow Café. All proceeds donated to the Rainbow Association.

SPA Quiz Night

at Les Remparts, Benevent-l'Abbaye

Help Wanted

Sun 30th September Hot Buffet served from 6-7 pm and Bar

Un Matin d'Avril Ladies Fashion 10% discount

Chicken or Beef Stew with Dumplings, potatoes and vegetables €10 per person Quiz to begin at 7.30 pm Teams of 4 - €5 per person Raffle, with tickets sold on the night

for all new customers!

All proceeds to go to the SPA de Creuse

74bis Avenue Garibaldi, Limoges

To make a reservation contact Dan:

Loyalty Card Scheme

06 73 37 45 01

Agnes looks forward to introducing you to her new urban and sportswear collections

Our small, private animal shelter "Les doux museaux" in Moissannes needs friendly volunteers to help us with outdoor and indoor work, such as cutting bushes and various handicrafts such as painting and repairing ramps for pony stables.

Also two lovely and strong dogs are waiting for walks with a dog lover. We speak English, French, German and can’t wait to hear from you!

Please phone Angela: 07 81 31 45 47

LES REMPARTS, 1 rue de la Chicanelle

Très Jolie

Tue-Sat: 10h00-12h00 & 14h30-18h45

Fashion Accessories Where to find me:

Gardener Wanted We are looking for a skilled gardener, possibly with RHS background, for maintenance, small groundwork, tree cutting for a estate in Verneuil (87430).

Please call: 07 88 27 83 01

"Les Combrailles" Bar, restaurant, hotel

Saint Maurice près Pionsat (63330)

Oktoberfest themed Beer Night Saturday 20th October, 5pm-10pm Bottled beer, bretzels, sausages...

Call for more information: tel: 09 86 28 41 88

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Le Tambour Cassé

(The Broken Drum) 8 Place Saint Jean, 87320 DARNAC 20th Oct, 8pm – Italian Evening Enjoy an Italian inspired four course meal for 15€ per person. See website for Menu.

31st Oct, 7pm – Halloween Party – Magic & Music Music quiz & cold buffet - 7€ per person, free for kids.

Prize for the best adult costume and child costume.

17th Nov, 8pm - An Evening With Martin Lavansch One man and his acoustic guitar performing well known songs by well known singers. Reservations required for meals. Free entry to watch the performance.

30th Nov, 8pm – Curry Evening Taste homemade Asian inspired curry buffet.

15€ per person. Reservations required.

9th Dec, 10am-4pm – Christmas Market Stall holders contact Antonia on below number.

22nd Dec, 8pm – English Christmas Dinner See website for Menu & more information.

31st Dec, 8:30pm – New Year’s Eve Rocks Reservations required.

For more information or to reserve your table visit us on Facebook (@thebrokendrum) or call the bar on

http://www.brokendrum.fr 09 66 80 32 41

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The Bugle cannot accept responsibility for the claims of advertisers or their professionalism. We strongly advise readers to verify that the company you are dealing with is a registered trading company in France or elsewhere in the world.

Every Wednesday - Piégut Market Now Stocking a gorgeous range of Ladies Italian Linen and Cotton Clothing, sizes from 10-28, for more details see my facebook page: Tres Jolie Milhaguet.

Mail order available, email for more details.

Don't forget to pop into the Gift Shop next door to the 1-4 Euro Store in Piégut for a large range of my everyday accessories

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

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Le Restaurant Ecurat Atelier d'Art du Jardin

We are once again serving our Plat du Jour every Mon, Tue & Wed Call for more information: tel: 05 55 81 31 85 email: ecurat123@hotmail.com

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Fri 6th Jul to Mon 17th Dec ROCHECHOUART Exhibitions at the Museum of Contemporary Art Mathieu Kleyebe Abonnenc, Palace of the Peacock - Exhibition based on the novel of the same name by the Guyanese author Wilson Harris. A dozen pieces specifically produced for the occasion make up a maze-like display installed in the vast topfloor gallery.

Raoul Hausmann, We're not the photographers!

- 250 original works drawn from the museum's archive collection plus additional documents and previously unpublished writings by Raoul Hausmann.

Inaugurated in 1985, the Rochechouart Museum of Contemporary Art currently houses a remarkable collection of 300 works by internationally renowned artists. Since its beginnings, the museum has thrived on the originality of showing contemporary art in a protected historic monument.

Open every day except Tuesdays from 10h-12h30 & 13h30-18h.

Entrance: €4.60 (free for Under 18s).

Fri 12th Oct to Sat 3rd Nov Jazz à La Sout

Sat 20th Oct GUÉRET Check-In(side) Party Welcome aboard this flight number 20 10 2018 departing from Guéret for a trip to the land of pop culture "made in France"!

Following the huge success of the El Clandestino Festival, headlined by Manu Chao, which saw 20,000 revellers gather at the aerodrome in St Laurent, the associations "Terre du milieu" and "Shut Up & Dig !" are pleased to announce the arrival of the CHECK-IN(SIDE) PARTY, a festival of independent music featuring Miossec, Jeanne Added, Arnaud Rebotini, Rebeka Warrior, Malik Djoudi & Képa.

Fasten your seatbelts and get ready for take-off!

Espace André Lejeune. Doors open 18h. Tickets: €25; concessions €20 (under 25s, students, job seekers). Available from the tourist office in Guéret & Digitick, Ticketnet, France Billet. Refreshments (food trucks) on site.

For more information visit www.checkinparty.com Sun 21st Oct FLAVIGNAC Fête du cidre et des produits naturels Cider festival & vide-greniers. From 8h.

Sun 21st Oct RANCON Fête du cidre et de la châtaigne Cider & Chestnut festival & vide-greniers. All day.

Sun 21st Oct SAINT-LAURENT Fête de la Citrouille et des cucurbitacées Pumpkin fair & vide-greniers. 9h-18h.

Fri 26th to Sun 28th Oct FELLETIN Journées nationales de la laine "Days of Wool" celebrating Felletin's long heritage of wool.

Salon des Créateurs with workshops & over 140 exhibitors. Fri 14h-19h; Sat 10h-19h; Sun 10h18h. Pôle sportif. Free entry.

For more information contact the Felletin tourist office or visit journeesdelalaine.wix.com/felletin

Jazz Festival with events organised all over the Creuse.

Visit www.jazz.lasout.com to find events near you.

Sat 27th to Sun 28th Oct BUSSIÈRE-GALANT Halloween at Elephant Haven

Fri 19th to Sun 21st Oct LIMOGES Salon Fête Mariage Réception Getting married? Need to organise an event for friends and family? Looking for inspiration? Why not pop along to this 3-day fair taking place at the Zenith from 19th-21st October!

Entry €5.50. Free for Under 12s.

Fri 14h-19h; Sat & Sun 10h-19h.

For more information visit: www.fetemariagereception.com Fri 19th Oct LIMOGES La frairie des petits ventres This gastronomic fair - "La frairie des petits ventres" - is one of Limoges' most popular events and takes place on the third Friday of October in rue de la Boucherie.

The Frairie des Petits Ventres was created in 1973

by Renaissance du Vieux Limoges, an association of preservationists and butchers who came together successfully to fight plans to demolish the old city centre.

Sample Limousin specialities including the region's meat products, prepared by the city's tripe and offal butchers, galetous, potato pie, trépaïs, clafoutis.

Sat 20th to Sun 21st Oct CROZANT Journées des plantes d'automne Autumn plant fair at the Arboretum de la Sédelle.

Conferences, sale of plants & guided visits of the Arboretum.

10h-18h. Adults 6 euros. Under 15s free.

For more information visit: www.arboretumsedelle.com

in Boussac - avenue d'Auvergne from 9h-18h.

There will be 40 stalls (professionals and non-professionals) from all over France who will be selling all sorts of secondhand goods: wool, fabric, haberdashery, magazines, buttons, old linen, lace...

There will be a sandwich and drinks stall and a tea corner with French and British home-made cakes.

For more information contact Carine on 06 09 39 10 46 or Cécile (English speaking) on 06 84 20 42 29.

Sun 25th Nov Christmas Fayre At the barn of Tina and Jane at 5 La Trigalle, 87360 Lussac-les-Eglises from 2 pm until 5 pm.

Lots of goodies, ideas for presents and cards for Xmas. Mince pies with mulled wine.

Please come along to support our charities Twilight Old Dogs, Noahs Ark and Cancer Support HauteVienne.

If you require a table or wish to donate a raffle or tombola prize please contact Tina on 05 55 60 69 23.

6th Annual Show of Les Petits Jardiniers du Limousin - Results Sunny day has followed sunny day this summer and Sunday 2nd September was no exception. The 6th Annual Show of Les Petits Jardiniers du Limousin, held at Saint-Amand-lePetit, was bathed in sunshine and attracted many visitors from far and wide. One lady was spending four days in the area and wanted to see the Show as she had nothing like it at home – she lives in New York city. She was flying back a couple of days after the Show and will no doubt regale the New Yorkers with tales of an English/French garden show like no other!

Many exhibitors were bemoaning the fact that their dahlias were very poor this year and some dahlias were only just starting to flower, as a result of which there were not many entries. However the dahlias entered were magnificent, which goes to show that it can be done! Not only did June Hughes win the dahlia class with her magnificent blooms, the judges were so impressed with the flowers that she also gained the Best in Show title.

Full results are given below: Five potatoes: 1st Wendy Scott, 2nd Peter Norton, 3rd Sharon Bennett Largest squash: 1st Richard Dorrington, 2nd Susan Roman Five tomatoes: 1st Liz Robertson, 2nd Christina Callens, 3rd Lesley Kidd Three courgettes: 1st Sue Roman, 2nd Mike Barlow Four onions: 1st June Hughes, 2nd Milly Beckett, 3rd Hal Hughes Three carrots: 1st Jan Pollitt, 2nd Milly Beckett, 3rd Christina Callens Three beetroot: 1st Susan Roman, 2nd Milly Beckett, 3rd Milly Beckett

Halloween weekend in aid of Elephant Haven European Elephant Sanctuary. Stands, music, cakes, soup... 10h-17h.

5 Rétabout, St-Nicolas-Courbefy, 87230 BussièreGalant.

For more information visit: www.elephanthaven.org Sun 4th Nov BOUSSAC 5th edition: Puces des Couturières The Créations de fées association of Boussac is organising the fifth edition of the Puces des Couturières on Sun 4th November in the salle polyvalente

Plate of three different varieties of vegetables: 1st Lesley Kidd, 2nd Peter Norton, 3rd Lesley Kidd Plate of three different varieties of soft fruit: 1st Carolyn Lees, 2nd Milly Beckett Plate of fruit of exhibitor's choice: 1st Carolyn Lees, 2nd Bob Winfield, 3rd Jan Pollitt Three culinary herbs: 1st Gill Broadhurst, 2nd Eve Barlow, 3rd Carolyn Lees Single hydrangea flower: 1st Christina Callens, 2nd Wendy Scott, 3rd Liz Robertson Vase of mixed dahlias: 1st June Hughes, 2nd Christina Callens, 3rd June Hughes Vase of roses: 2nd Carolyn Lees Vase of cottage flowers and foliage: 1st Carolyn Lees, 2nd Eve Barlow, 3rd Gill Broadhurst Flower arrangement in a teapot: 1st ,Gill Broadhurst, 2nd Christina Callens, 3rd Carolyn Lees Creature made from vegetables: 1st Gill Broadhurst, 2nd Callum Dorrington Photo entitled 'A Tree': 1st Christina Callens, 2nd Fred Blackbourne, 3rd Wendy Scott Best in Show: Vase of dahlias – June Hughes

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The Bugle Film Club Thursday 11th October

What? The Sisters Brothers Where? Cinéma Sénéchal, 1 rue du Sénéchal, 23000 Guéret When? 19h00, Thursday 11th October How much? JUST €4 (mention The Bugle when purchasing your ticket)

For details of the Cinéma Sénéchal, visit www.cinema-senechal.com Details of each month's screening will be included in The Bugle, but to receive emails about upcoming Film Club nights, please send an email to editor@thebugle.eu quoting “Film Club” in the subject line, and we will add you to our contact list.

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