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The Limousin is still France's 'hidden gem'

The Sunday Times recently became the latest source to hail the Limousin as France's "hidden gem", but when will it finally be discovered? >> Page 3

Limousin September 2015 - Issue #71

Passengers foil deadly train attack A group of brave passengers, including 2 offduty American serviceman, have tackled a Kalashnikov-wielding attacker on a packed Thalys train in northern France. Armed with 270 rounds of ammunition, their actions narrowly averted a bloody massacre. radar of the intelligence services when German authorities warned he had boarded a plane for Turkey, seen as a possible sign that he travelled to war-torn Syria. In June, he landed back in Albania, and travelled across Europe before boarding the Amsterdam-Paris train in Brussels. During the journey, El Khazzani visited the toilet, where he removed his top before bursting out carrying the Kalashnikov, 270 rounds of ammunition, a Luger hand gun and a Stanley knife. A French banker waiting outside the toilet saw him emerge and immediately tackled him, pinning the would-be murderer against the luggage rack. During the scuffle, shots were fired before the man entered the adjoining carriage, which

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NEWS - Deaf celebrity set for French Strictly

Sophie Vouzelaud, the former Miss Limouin and Miss France runner-up has been unveiled as a dancer on the upcoming series of Danse avec les stars >> Page 4

NEWS - Pétanque for the Olympics?

The sport's international body is campaigning to have Pétanque included as an Olympic sport by 2024, the year Paris hopes to host the event >> Page 8

Bilingual - The humble "French" croissant

We take a bilingual look at the history of that most French of staples, the croissant, but where exactly does it come from? >> Page 16

deadly attack was narrowly avoided in August when a group of passengers tackled a Kalashnikov-wielding man on a packed Thalys train in northern France. Ayoub El Khazzani, a Moroccan national, has been charged with attempted murder of a terrorist nature. He was also charged with weapons offences related to terrorism, and “participation in a terrorist association with a view to organising one or several damaging crimes”. El Khazzani lived in Spain for seven years until 2014, where he came to the attention of authorities for making hardline comments defending jihad, attending a radical mosque in the port of Algeciras and being involved in drug trafficking. In May this year, he was again on the

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If you visit Limoges Airport this month, you are sure to come across a life-sized elephant called Miss Elly >> Page 5

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ne of Hollywood's f a v o u r i t e blacksmith images is of a burly man thrusting a red hot piece of metal into a barrel of cold water in order to temper and strengthen it. I'm reliably informed that this is not quite how blacksmiths operate in the real world, but you can see why the image appeals to film-makers. It does work, however, at least it does for certain metals. If the same principle applied to humans, then I think I would be as tough as a samurai's blade at the moment. After the sweltering heat of July, where temperatures were up around the 40 degree mark, the beginning of August was not quite the same. The heat and drought were so severe, that the headline in

our Dordogne edition read “Record temperatures, drought and fires”. Within a week or so, however, temperatures had plummeted - the dangers of writing headlines for a monthly publication! On at least one occasion in August I found myself reaching for a jumper and, unthinkable as it may seem, the bedroom window was even closed on one particularly cool evening. Before long, however, the high temperatures were back and I write this as the mercury is showing 35 degrees and tempers are frayed! I've decided to coin it Goldilocks weather, although the period of “just right” doesn't last long enough for me! By the time you read this, la rentrée will be over and it will be the start of the end of summer.

Since my first child reached school age I always look forward this day from about the 1st July. As anyone with young children will know, the summer holidays can be a challenging time, despite the excellent services offered by the numerous centres de loisirs across the region. Add into the mix working from home and the result is often many late nights working once the little cherubs are finally asleep. It's a funny time of year and I have trouble explaining what la rentrée actually means. It is first and foremost, of course, the return to school, but in France the phrase permeates all aspects of life, not only those related to the education system. Shops which do not stock anything of educational benefit will hold rentrée promotions and the term is used in the same way that you'd use “Easter” in English to refer to a general time of year, as opposed to one particular Sunday. There was a very interesting article in August in The Sunday Times about how the Limousin, and Creuse in particular, is a “hidden gem”. I've seen many similar articles over the years, which does beg the question, what does it take for a hidden gem to be discovered? When I lived in Brussels, I used to dread the summer when hordes

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of camera-wielding tourists would invade “my” town and in my eyes, ruin it. But there can be no doubt that tourism is vital for this region. Being “unspoiled” is part of the Limousin's unique charm and there are almost limitless possibilities here for tourists - just go to page 19 for one of the most unusual B&Bs you've ever seen! I love that where I live is considered by so many as a hidden gem, but I can't help thinking it would be better if a few more people discovered it. Anyway, this heat is driving me mad, so I'm off for a cold shower to temper my temper. Until next month!

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The Limousin still a "hidden gem"

very year, national broadcaster France 2 chooses one commune from each of France's 22 regions to compete in the programme “Le village préféré des Français” - France's favourite village. This year, it was the turn of Moutier-d'Ahun, in the centre of the Creuse department, to represent the Limousin in front of the nation. The popular programme, presented by Stéphane Bern, regularly attracts audiences of 5 million when it is broadcast each year. Last year, Chambon-sur-Voueize came an impressive third in the competition, a result that saw a significant boost to the area's tourism. Moutier-d'Ahun did not fare quite as well, eventually coming a respectable 10th, although the local tourist office has again reported that the exposure generated by the show has increased tourist numbers. Those that live in the Limousin well know that this part of France is a “hidden gem”, a phrase that is often used to described the region and the Creuse department in particular. Whilst it may feel like the supermarkets are full of tourists in the summer months, for a country that receives well over 80 million visitors every year, a very small percentage make it as far as “la France profonde”. A recent article in The Sunday Times highlighted (once again) what a hidden gem the Limousin is - focussing in this instance on the Creuse department. “There are, in short, a lot of tourists [in France]. Except for where there aren’t. And where there are the least is in the Limousin re-

Moutier-d'Ahun's Roman bridge gion around Limoges. And where there are the least in the Limousin is in the county of the Creuse,” wrote Anthony Peregrine in an August edition. “Clearly, then, there must be something very wrong with the place. Nuclear leakage? Rabies? Lethal yokels, à la Deliverance? None of the above. The possibilities for those with working limbs - hiking, biking, horsing, sailing, waterskiing - were wide. You have it to yourself. This is an enormous pleasure. The Creuse is deeply green, wooded and pastured, undulating and punctuated with just enough gentle interest to hold the attention, with no risk of frenzy. I drove around and met no one.

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Lord knows why not. This is the most bewitching 'least popular' place on earth. If visitor numbers double next year, and again in 2017, you’ll still meet no one. Except possibly me.” For those that have moved here for a slower pace of life, there are perhaps already plenty of tourists, especially in the summer months, and more would spoil this region's peace and tranquility. For those that work in the tourist or food and drink industries, the frustrating question can legitimately be asked: how many times do people need to be told about this “hidden gem” before it is finally discovered? ■

Gendarmeries face closure Some of the smaller gendarmeries in the Creuse could be under the threat of closure following a recent visit to the department by Interior Minister Bernard Cazeneuve. The closures do not necessarily mean bad news, however, for law enforcement in the country's safest department. “I want a larger deployment of gendarmes to fight more effectively against crime,” the minister told assembled local politicians. When questioned about the uncertain future of a number of smaller brigades, such as those at Pontarion and Bénévent-l'Abbaye, the minister revealed that “where there are very small brigades that are not able to provide a service 24 hours a day, I have instructed the Director General of the Gendarmerie to rethink how the brigades are structured, without the loss of jobs... in fact maybe quite the opposite. Any regrouping of brigades will be done with the full consultation of local elected officials.” Referring to the 500 jobs it is claimed have been created each year since 2012 in the Police and Gendarmerie, the interior minister assured those present that “no department will be forgotten in this reallocation of additional resources. But that does not prevent reorganizations; where there are units that are too small, it is better to regroup”. The minister's statements look to have cast further doubt over the future of a number of gendarmeries, not just in the Creuse, but across the whole of France.. ■

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ong-time readers of The Bugle may well remember the story of Robert Fairbank, the 17-yearold from the Haute-Vienne who flew the flag for the Limousin at the 2013 national Meilleur Apprenti Boucher (best apprentice butcher) competition. In total, 24 young apprentices battled it out over two days to earn the title of France's best, de-boning, preparing and presenting joints of beef, lamb and veal. When the dust settled, three young butchers could not be separated and were jointly awarded the title of Meilleur Apprenti Boucher de France... and Robert was one of them. With national recognition under his belt and his apprenticeship complete, Robert was integral in opening the traditional butcher

counter at the E.Leclerc hypermarket in Limoges, before moving on to become head of the butchery department at the Super U in Feytiat. Now, at the tender age of 20, Robert is setting up on his own, opening up a butchers on the main road in Séreilhac, between Aixesur-Vienne and Châlus. He is hoping to be open towards the end of September. His new business will, of course, be a traditional French boucherie, although he will also carry a range of more traditionally British staples. “I will doing plenty of sausages, bacon and pork pies,” explained Robert, speaking to The Bugle. “I'm trained in France, but I'm perfectly at home dealing with British cuts and butchery techniques. Basically I can do anything to order.” All of the meat sold

in Robert's new butchers will be from local farms and his beef and pork will both carry the “Label Rouge” stamp of quality. Robert grew up around cattle and is following in something of a family tradition. Back in Yorkshire, where his family originate from, a number of Fairbanks are also farmers, butchers and slaughtermen. His family have a large farm of Limousin cattle in the Haute-Vienne and at 9 years old Robert was already driving tractors and helping calve cows! Having moved to France a little over 9 years ago, Robert these days considers himself to be French, speaking fluently and without an accent. “I picked up French very quickly,” Robert told The Bugle back in 2013. “Within about 6 months of starting school I was fluent.

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Elly the elephant packs her trunk

We recently received the following letter from reader Alan Whitten, warning people of a new scam that is apparently doing the rounds. Subsequently, this scam was also featured in La Montagne. Have you had a call similar to this? Have you come across a new kind of scam? Let us know – editor@thebugle.eu

f you find yourself at Limoges Airport this September, keep an eye out for “Miss Elly”, although you shouldn't have to look too hard as she is a life-sized elephant! Miss Elly is the creation of local artist Em Bryant and will be spending some time grazing outside the airport to help raise awareness - and hopefully money! - for the European elephant sanctuary, Elephant Haven, just outside Oradour-sur-Vayres in the south-west of Haute-Vienne. The sanctuary is the brainchild of Flemish couple Tony Verhulst and Sofie Goetghebeur, who each have 20 years' experience working with animals at Antwerp Zoo. Before embarking on this adventure, Tony had been a full-time carer for the zoo's elephants since 2001. “A big factor in deciding to launch this project is the gradual phasing out of live animals from circuses across Europe,” explained Tony, speaking to The Bugle. “Belgium, Austria, Denmark, Croatia and Bulgaria are already in the process of banning animals from the circus and many other European countries are looking to follow suit. Animals which have been part of a circus, such elephants and lions, cannot usually be returned to the wild and we want to provide somewhere they can live out their days in peace as the alternative is often euthanasia.”

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Having decided to establish a sanctuary for these ageing pachyderms, the couple began searching for a location, but their native Belgium did not provide a suitable environment. “Land is more scarce in Belgium, and elephants need a lot of land,” said Tony. “We soon began searching further afield and the Limousin had everything we needed: rolling hills in a national park, with plenty of water and readily available supplies of hay.” Whilst the Elephant Haven will be open to the public, its founders are keen to stress that they are not creating a zoo.

There will be not be any other animals at the sanctuary, there will not be any breeding programmes and the public will remain separated from the elephants at all times. According to Tony, they will be looking to provide educational opportunities, encouraging school trips and running workshops. It is hoped that Miss Elly's stay at the airport will help to further raise the profile of the project and lead to more donations. To find out more about Tony and Sofie, their project and how to get involved or to make a donation, please visit their website www.elephanthaven.org ■

I think I have discovered an interesting little scam, but I may be wrong. I took a call on our landline this morning from a young lady, who I am pretty sure was not French, but spoke French. She told me a delivery driver was in the area with a parcel for me, but the address was not legible, so could I call the driver on 08 99 96 18 73 and quote parcel ref CL 00 41. I said “No, get the driver to call me on my mobile”. 2 minutes later, she called on my mobile to say the driver couldn’t call so would I call the number. I was not happy but agreed. The number rang and the automated message gave me the costs of the call, and then asked me wait. It didn’t ring any more so I killed the call quickly. I wondered whether you had heard of this, or if not maybe warn your readers, because I think it was a variant of the scam where the money is made by the phone call alone. ■

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60-year-old man has died after being stung twice by Asian hornets, taking the number of such deaths to four since 2009. The victim, who had a history of heart problems, from Sainte-Sève in Brittany, approached an Asian hornet nest which had been built next to a shed in his garden. The man banged against the shed and the angry insects attacked him, stinging him twice “between the shoulder and the neck”. The stings resulted in cardiac arrest and despite the best efforts of emergency services, the man was later pronounced dead at the Cavale-Blanche Hospital in Brest. Asian hornets have been terrorising France for a decade now, since they were first introduced into the country; typically native to Shanghai, they are believed to have arrived on the south coast in a shipment of pottery from China. They pose relatively little danger to humans - their venom is no more potent than

the average wasp - although they do feed on the indigenous bee population. Along with climate changes and possible poisoning by pesticides, bee populations have been plummeting across Europe in recent years. The knock-on effect on the environment due to the loss of so many important pollinators is yet to be fully established. Help may be at hand, however, after botanists unveiled a carnivorous plant that selectively preys on Asian hornets, whilst leaving wasps, bees and European hornets alone. The head of a botanical garden in Nantes, Romaric Perrocheau, recently found a Sarracenia stem full of dead hornets and was quoted by AFP as saying the Sarracenia pitcher plant appears to have “invented a very selective trap” for the aggressive Asian hornet. After being attracted by Sarracenia's nectar and pheromones secreted on the plant's tubular leaves, the hornet crawls inside the rim at the top before slipping and plunging into the

pitcher, where it is digested by the plant's juices. The trap appears to be a European adaptation, as Asian hornets do not exist in Sarracenia's native Massachusetts, in the eastern US. Whilst further studies are launched, Mr Perrocheau has advised beekeepers to plant Sarracenia, also known as trumpet pitchers, around their hives. “They are easy to cultivate and there is no risk they will spread uncontrollably,” he said. However, he warned that each plant, which has up to 15 pitchers, could only kill about 50 hornets at a time, while a typical nest may contain around 4,000 insects, so the plants alone will not take care of the problem. Last year, Britain put the hornet on a “blacklist”, and a parliamentary report warned the “deadly” invader could soon cross the Channel. In April, The Independent newspaper reported that plans were in place to destroy their nests if they did eventually land on British shores. ■

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We believe it is time to clarify to all the situation regarding Le Pub. One way or another, Le Pub will reopen this autumn. Firstly, to avoid any doubt, Le Pub and its premises are fully owned by French companies which have been established in France for over 10 years. French law, therefore, applies to all transactions!! Le Pub was recently let on a location-gérance for a term of 5 years. Sadly, this did not work out for the person who signed this contract - a French legal contract that had had its terms and conditions agreed in a preliminary contract in English. The contract was then fully explained and translated by the other party's 'advisor'. Although fully aware of its contents, it would appear that it is simpler to blame others and the French legal system for failures, rather than one's own ability to manage a superb business, a business that came with great customers, atmosphere and staff. As professionals, we instructed professionals to deal with this problem on our behalf: gendarmes, lawyers, bailiffs and finally the courts. For those that have heard to the contrary, be advised it is the law of France that is dealing with this for us, and that will decide who has done wrong to whom. Sadly, our charming and loyal staff were apparently not treated correctly and they are, to my knowledge, dealing with their affairs through the appropriate French legal channels. By the time you read this notice, the procedings to reopen Le Pub will have already passed before the courts (early September) and at this time we will know exactly when Le Pub will be reopened, returned to is former glory and the drastic changes that took place during the few weeks of the management contract can be reversed. For those who wish to support us, it will be great to see our old friends once more. For those that prefer to listen to untruths around a bottle and spread terrible lies regarding us and our affairs... enjoy your drink!

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happened to contain two American servicemen: 23-year-old Airman Spencer Stone and 22-year-old National Guardsman Alek Skarlatos, who were travelling with their childhood friend, student Anthony Sadler. “We heard a gunshot and we heard glass breaking behind us and saw a train employee sprint past us down the aisle,” Sadler said. The trio then saw a gunman entering the carriage with an automatic rifle, he added. “As he was cocking it to shoot it, Alek just yells: ‘Spencer, go!’ and Spencer runs down the aisle. Spencer makes first contact, he tackles the guy, Alek wrestles the gun away from him, and the gunman pulls out a box cutter and slices Spencer a few times. And the three of us beat him until he was unconscious.” Skarlatos told Sky News the gunman’s AK-47 had jammed and that he had not known how to fix it. “If that guy’s weapon had been functioning properly, I don’t even want to think about how it would have went,” he said. “We just did what we had to do. You either run away or fight. We chose to fight and got lucky and didn’t die.” The train later arrived in Arras where it was met by security services, with many of the 554 passengers unaware of the drama that had taken place just a few carriages away. The three Americans, along with Chris Norman, a 62-year-old British IT consultant living in France who helped tie up the suspect, were all awarded the prestigious Légion d’honneur for their actions at a ceremony in Paris. Presenting the awards, President Hollande said the men showed that “faced with terror, we have the power to resist”. “The whole world admires your sangfroid,” the president said. “With your bare hands, unarmed, you were able to overcome a heavily armed individual, resolved to do anything. In France you behaved as soldiers but also as responsible men. You put your life in danger to defend the idea of freedom.” The banker that initially tackled El Khazzani, who has asked for anonymity, is to receive the Légion d’honneur in a private ceremony. A White House official told reporters that US President Barrack Obama had been briefed on the shooting and said: “While the investigation into the attack is in its early stages, it is clear that their heroic actions may have prevented a far worse tragedy.” ■

Compensation floodgates could open following Ryanair ruling

yanair has lost a legal challenge that will now see it forced to pay compensation to passengers whose flights were delayed in the last six years. The 6-year rule for compensation claims was set in a European Union directive from 2004, but Ryanair sets its own two-year cut-off point in its terms and conditions, which passengers must accept before booking a flight. Ryanair was accused of using the small print in its terms and conditions to get around EU rules, effectively reducing that limit to two years by stealth. A senior judge at Manchester County Court ruled that Ryanair could not dictate how long passengers have to claim flight delay compensation through a clause in its small print. Responding to the court's ruling, Ryanair released a statement on its website, saying: “We note this ruling which reverses Lower Court orders that a 2 year time limit for claims is reasonable. Since we believe a 6 year time limit for submitting such claims is both unnecessary and unreasonable, we have instructed our lawyers to immediately appeal this ruling.” Campaigners claim that the ruling will affect millions of passengers, because if Ryanair had won, all airlines may have been able to impose a similar two-year time limit on all existing and future flight delay claims. Lawyers in the UK estimate it

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could open the floodgates to 2.66 million Ryanair passengers claiming as much as £610 million in compensation, with claims against other airlines also likely to follow. Ryanair denies this, however, stating that, should further appeals fail, it estimates their maximum exposure as no more than €5 million. Flight delay Regulation EC 261/2004 entitles passengers on short-haul flights who face a delay of more than 2 hours to a minimum €125 in compensation per passenger. This rises on a sliding

scale, depending on the length of the journey and delay, with longhaul passengers entitled to €600 each. However, the airline is not required to pay if it can prove the cancellation was caused by 'extraordinary circumstances'. A recent investigation by Which? found more than 9,000 flights in the UK were delayed for three hours or more over a 12-month period to May 2015, which could mean around 900,000 British passengers are potentially eligible to receive compensation. ■

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he world organisation that represents pétanque has thrown its boule into the ring in the hopes that the sport will be included as an Olympic event before the 2024 Summer Games, which Paris is bidding to host. Various boules organisations have spent well over a decade trying to persuade the Olympic Committee to recognise the sport, without success. The Confédération Mondiale des Sports de Boules is spearheading the latest bid to have the sport recognised as an Olympic event. “We are reasonably optimistic,” explained the organisation's president, Claude Azéma. “For a new sport to be included, another one either has to go, or the number of teams taking part in an existing sport has to be reduced. It’s not about excluding any sports, it’s about being inclusive. We just want some sports, like mens football that has its own World Cup, to field fewer teams and make room for us. It’s a long campaign but we hope we will see boules as an Olympic sport by 2024 and we’ll do our best to get there.” The campaign is being run under the banner “Same sport, different disciplines” and recent changes to Olympic rules may work in France's favour. From 2020, host cit-

ies will be able to include a handful of extra sports of their own choosing, giving fans of pétanque added hope should Paris win the fight to host the 2024 Games. Although the sport may be most closely associated with elderly Frenchmen on a town square sipping Pastis between throws, it is a truly international one. According to Mr Azéma, there are an estimated 30 million players worldwide, of whom about 1 million belong to one of the 272 national federations that exist in 162 countries. Thierry Tomasin, a Frenchman who runs a restaurant in London, where he has lived for 24 years, recently launched the Londonaise international pétanque competition, a British version of the celebrated annual Marseille tournament. Tomasin says there are about 2,000 registered pétanque players in Britain, some of them French who have settled in the UK, but many of them British: “We have clubs in Scotland, Ireland, Wales and a growing number of Irish players. My personal dream would be to play pétanque for England. That would be the icing on the cake. I come from Toulouse and I started to play with my father when I was five or six years old, so I have grown up with the game.” ■

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Warnings over email phishing scams

arnings have been issued over a series of email “phishing” scams doing the rounds claiming to be from France's official public administrative body - Service-Public. fr. The latest scam involves an email relating to the carte Vitale, the card used to obtain healthcare refunds in France. The emails appear to come from government email addresses and often carry the Service-Public.fr logo at the top, but are anything but official. The latest scam reported by users regards an email inviting them to download a form, within 24 hours, to obtain the new carte Vitale V 3.1 and asking them to provide personal details. The government, via Service-Public.fr, has once again reiterated that it never sends out emails asking for personal information or bank details. It has warned the public not to respond and to delete messages from your inbox. If you have already replied to the email, you should contact your bank immediately to block any fraudulent

transactions being made. Phishing emails that appear to come from government services can be reported using an online tool found at: www.internet-signalement.gouv.fr Similar scams have been run in the past involving EDF and Orange, who will also never ask for personal details by email. ■

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acré bleu! Just months after one of France's top bakers was fined for working seven days a week, there are fears of baguette shortages because, due to a recent law change, the country's bakers may all now go on holiday at the same time. In Paris, the iconic baguette is so beloved that historic laws previously insisted upon bakers curtailing their holidays to remain open throughout the summer months. Following the changes, which are aimed at reducing the red tape faced by businesses, bakeries may now close at any time they like for the first time since the French Revolution. The 1790 law meant that all boulangeries would have to inform the authorities when they planned to shut their doors, so that there was always a constant supply of baguettes. The law had required half of the capital's 1,100 bakeries to stay open in July and the other half in August, ensuring that every neighbourhood would maintain continuous access to their daily bread. Despite the law changes, bakers will still be told which day they have to take off each week so that not all bakeries are closed at the same time. Parisian artist Anthony Stephenson revealed he has been forced to scour supermarkets for second rate baguettes because the local bakers had all vanished on holiday. “I have experienced it. Our local boulangerie, formally known as simply 'Artisan Boulangerie' changed its name to 'Utopie', then went on holiday. So, we've taken to buying those strange half-cooked mini baguettes from my local supermarket and putting them in the oven.” “I went out to get a baguette a few days ago

and the two closest boulangeries to me were both closed for the first time ever,” another Parisian resident was quoted as saying. Several newspapers have claimed that the issue has been blown out of proportion and certainly not everyone is upset by the changes. Moujou Imed, a baker in a traditional boulangerie in the quiet 13th arrondissement on the Left Bank, remains open throughout the summer and has seen a positive outcome from the change in the law: “This has actually become a key business opportunity for us. At times we make and sell twice as many baguettes as the rest of the year because there is a real rush for it every night before dinner time.” Earlier this year, a baker found himself on the opposite end of a similar law. Stéphane Cazenave, who runs a bakery in Saint-Paullès-Dax, southwestern France, and last year won “best baguette” at the national Fête du Pain competition, was told that he was in violation of a 1999 decree that states all bakeries must be closed for at least 24 hours each week, to promote competition between rival bakeries. At the time, Mr Cazenave employed 22 staff, all of whom had two days off a week, and satisfied all labour laws in terms of working hours and conditions. It was the bakery itself that was at fault under the 1999 decree. “I am angry because in France, people are being prevented from working,” Mr Cazenave said at the time. “We are companies. All we are asking to do is do business, create wealth, and in France, we are blocked by absurd laws and decrees. This means a net loss of €250,000 of revenue per year... I’m going to have to lay off one or two employees.” ■

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Low A&E waiting times A recent report has shown that 90% of people visiting “Les Urgences” - the French equivalent of A&E - are seen within 30 minutes and 70% receive treatment within one hour. The study was carried out by official statistics body Drees, which measured the waiting times at 734 emergency wards on one randomly selected day of the year, as well as the total time spent in A&E. Furthermore, the figures show that 75% of patients have their details taken within 5 minutes, with only 5% having to wait more than 15 minutes to be admitted; half are seen within just 4 minutes. As you might expect, the young and the elderly were typically seen the quickest, although, despite being admitted very quickly, the over75s then had to wait the longest for their treatment. Half of patients who needed a bed were found one within 15 minutes and only one in ten had to wait as long as four hours for a bed. The statistics for French hospitals come as England recently met its own A&E target of treating 95% of all patients within 4 hours for the first time in 33 consecutive weeks. ■

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Kidnapped child found safe and sound

missing 4-year-old boy has been found safe and well 24 hours after he was abducted, thanks to France's abduction alert system - “Plan Alerte Enlèvement”. Information and images about Rifki, a boy originally from the east African island of Comoros, were splashed across French media after he went missing from a central square in Rennes and the rarely-used alert plan was put into action. The following day, a woman on a high-speed TGV train near Bordeaux in south-western France alerted police after she recognized the boy, who was sitting directly across from her with a man. When the train stopped at the next sta-

tion, Libourne, some 450 km from the point of his abduction, the doors were locked to prevent escape, police rescued the boy and arrested the man with him. French prosecutors confirmed that the boy was “safe and sound” and had not been subjected to any physical assault, although it subsequently emerged that his abductor had previously been held for molesting a minor. The man who abducted the child was living at the same address as Rifki, the boy's mother and uncle, as well as the landlord, although they had only known him for a matter of days. The group were on the place de la Mairie in Rennes and when the uncle and landlord returned from a shop, the boy's

mother told them that the man they knew as Ahmed had taken Rifki to buy drinks. When they didn't return, the family panicked, searching the area all afternoon before raising the alert with police. “This is another demonstration of the effectiveness of our abduction alert device, which has led to this favourable outcome,” said the local prosecutor. “The information was disseminated quickly throughout the country, arriving with this lady, several hundred kilometres from where the kidnapping happened.” It was the 16th time the abduction alert system has been activated since it was introduced in 2006, resulting in a 100% success rate. The alert is triggered by the

Coaches to be fitted with breathalyzers

new law coming into force on 1st September will make it compulsory for all coaches in France to be equipped with a breathalyzer that will prevent the vehicle being started if the driver has been drinking. Drivers must blow into the alcohol-activated immobiliser (éthylotest antidémarrage, EAD); a reading of more than 0.1 mg per litre of exhaled air will disable the ignition system. A second attempt may be made a minute later, with a second failure immobilising the vehicle for a further 30 minutes. Road safety campaigners have been calling for the devices to be introduced more

widely for several years; since 2010, the system has only been installed in new vehicles destined to transport children. The number of road deaths in France increased by 3.5 per cent in 2014 and by 3.8 per cent so far this year, with around 30 per cent of the deaths attributed to alcohol. Under the new rules, alcohol-activated immobilisers, which cost around €1,000, will only be installed on domestic coaches in the first instance and the regulations will not apply to foreign coaches, urban buses or HGVs. Earlier this year, passengers on a bus in Lyon forcibly removed the keys from a driver who was driv-

ing through red lights and forgetting to open the doors at bus stops. He was later found to be driving with 2.6 g/l of alcohol in his blood, more than five times the legal limit. Convicted drink drivers may also now be ordered by a judge to fit an immobiliser to their own car. The government’s CNSR road safety agency has also recommended further studies into the possibility of fitting alcohol immobilisers to young drivers’ cars. The changes come as France's coach industry is set to boom, following the lifting of strict rules aimed at protecting the country's SNCF rail network from competition. The move is

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Protecting your wealth

re you living the dream of retirement in France? France has so much to offer, the culture, cuisine, beautiful countryside, historic towns and vibrant cities… you will want to make the most of it all and hopefully have plenty of time to do so over your retirement years. Dreams can, however, turn sour for some, so you need to take steps to prevent this happening to you. Look to to understand the downsides of living in France as well as the positives, and ensure that you will be financially secure throughout your retirement years. It is essential for your long-term financial security to ensure that your money will last for the rest of your life, keeping you at the level of comfort you are used to and with enough savings to cover unexpected expenses. You therefore need to take some time to review your finances and wealth management so that they are specifically designed for your new life in France. You then also need to keep up to date on all the changes, whether local, UK or international, that effect expatriates living here. Keeping up your lifestyle and inflation

You may have heard the guideline that spending in retirement is 80% of what you used to spend while working. This is very general guidance and may not apply to you. Costs in France vary from the UK, and much also depends on how active you are in retirement – you could take up new hobbies, perhaps more costly ones, or use your time to travel and see more of the world. For peace of mind you also need to know that you have enough money set aside for emergencies such as home repairs and health treatment. Your retirement years may be longer than you expect. It is more and more common for people to enjoy 30 or more years of retirement, so take this into account. Possibly the biggest threat for retired people’s wealth is inflation, especially the longer they live. Inflation erodes the value of your savings year after year, so that each year you can buy less with the same amount of money. Depending on your lifestyle, your personal inflation could easily be higher than the official rate. It is possible your spending power could have halved by the end of your retirement years. You therefore need to plan for your capital to grow enough to keep pace with inflation. Retirees often prefer not to take any investment risk with their capital. But this ignores the risk of inflation. Money in the bank is vulnerable to being eroded by inflation, which could have a

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succession has been introduced by this new rule. This certificate is a document issued by the authority dealing with the succession. This document is given to heirs, legatees and executors in order to prove their status and enforce their rights in all other member states of the European union (except those mentioned above). This European certificate of succession will be recognized in all European countries without any special procedure being required. This certificate will be issued either by a court or any relevant authority dealing with inheritance (e.g. a notaire in France). This authority will keep the original certificate and will issue several certified copies valid for 6 months. After this delay a new certified copy should be requested by the heir.

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t seems to me, and it's only my personal view, that gardeners now seem to be walking to a different drum from many people when it comes to the weather. Non gardening friends and family, and visitors evidently, all moaned and complained about the rain at the end of August, but I could be seen doing a happy little victory dance on my lawn, in thanks for the desperately needed water. After weeks of drought, and temperatures in the late 30s and early 40s, who wouldn't be happy to see their poor vegetables come back from the brink, plants green up, fruit swell to become juicy pears, plums, etc., and trees stop shedding their leaves in order to save water? It seems totally daft to begrudge a couple of weeks of on and off rain! So, the water has saved many things, increased yield from thirsty plants like courgettes and squash, helped with an excellent pear and apple crop (in my area at any rate) and reboosted all the perennials. The veg garden now looks as it should - lush and productive, but with a corresponding spurt of weed growth! Keep on top of it whilst it's small, to avoid work later and keep picking your crops on a regular basis to keep them productive. It's now time to do the jobs that were impossible in August; the

by Michelle Pierce ground is workable and so you can sow the stuff you'd like to grow over the winter - beet, spinach, mustards, winter lettuces, peas, broad beans, garlic, leeks, cabbage. Try and do this at the start of the month, because the weather has delayed this and time is ticking. As we often have an Indian Summer in this part of France, the hot weather is liable to return and so be prepared to water the seedlings. Think about consulting a lunar calendar so that things are sown at times where they are less likely to bolt. Save money by saving seed. It's truly extraordinary how much money you can save yourself by saving your own seed - thus enabling you to buy other varieties next year. Just one single tomato can provide you with enough seed for several years (though it probably wouldn't keep 10 years!), so you can have enough for your own needs, that of friends, your family, and to give away. Each time you cook with tomatoes, scrape a few seeds out on to a piece of kitchen towel, label immediately and leave in a warm dry place for a few days. Job done in 10 seconds. When totally dry, put away in jars or envelopes. The same goes for cucumbers, courgettes, melons, squash, pumpkins… smaller seeds can be collected in the garden as you wander

round on a sunny day (possibly deadheading the perennials or removing the annuals) so it's useful to take a few paper bags and a pencil out with you. With this combination of hot then wet weather, we're likely to see quite a few of the self-seeders produce seedlings all round the garden, so whip them out when they're small, if they're in the wrong place and then replant or pot up. Such a shame to put them on the compost heap. At the end of the month, if and when the weather gets a bit cooler, split up clumps of hardy perennials (those that are not in flower). Use a fork or spade to divide the clump and replant part of it in a new place. As you do, it's a good idea to cut about half of the top growth off, to help the plant reestablish itself more easily. And give the part you don't move a good watering, and a bit of a feed when you put the soil back round it. Cuttings of soft fruit and roses are usually taken in August - but they will have had a lot of trouble to take this year, so do a few more if they don't look great. Same for pelargoniums. Layering is another option for some things so pull bendy branches gently down to the ground, wound them slightly on the underside near a node and weigh down with a stone or metal tent pegs. Leave for several months, until roots have appeared.

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Butterflies and insects have been feeding on the fallen fruit and flowers, especially on the mints. Make sure you don't tidy everything away - leave some for them. If it really drives you crazy, put them in a heap out of sight. It's unlikely to be freezing cold for a few months yet, but be thinking about how you are going to conserve your produce for the winter. If you have a dedicated room or shed, sweep it out, wash down shelves and check for holes in floors or walls, or round doors, where vermin could come in. If you don't have such a space it might be worth your while to construct something like a fruit safe - a big cupboard with slatted shelves to let air flow. Instead of solid walls use wire mesh with a hole diameter small enough to stop mice passing through. Such an item is really very useful for keeping veg over the winter, and you have peace of mind knowing your produce is free from rodent excrement! If you don't fancy making one, customise an old wooden cupboard. Baskets suspended from beams can work well, too. Clean out plastic or wooden crates with soapy water so that you're putting this year's produce into clean conditions. This time of year is exciting because you've got the summer 'glut' still on the go, and hopefully, the surplus drying off, processed into jams, chutneys, jars of

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dried herbs, frozen stuff in the freezers, dehydrated fruit and veg slices... and of course your seed crop put away ready for next year. Not negligible! The root crops can stay in the ground for a while yet, if indeed you plan to lift them for storage in damp sand or peat, but you can prepare the place for later. August and September are good times for pruning stone fruit like plums, peaches and apricots. You can still tell the dead wood from the living, and it avoids the potential of diseases like silver leaf that come with the cold. And the prunings make good kindling, or material for insect hotels. During September is a good time to reorganise your greenhouse or tunnel so that you'll have enough space for the houseplants or sensitive things that you want to protect over the winter. Try and tidy up before insects and other wildlife start hibernating in things like piles of old flowerpots. This is especially important in the garden for heaps of prunings, etc. - you don't want to be disturbing sleepy hedgehogs and their ilk. So there is now plenty to do in the garden, but it's much more pleasurable at a 'cooler' temperature, when going out into the garden doesn't mean going out into a scorching, parched space with withered plants and rock hard earth. Good gardening! ■

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FOR SALE: ENGLISH SPRINGER SPANIEL PUPPIES Black /White

and Liver/ White boys and girls, Pedigree, French LOF Registered, from UK Champion Lines. Bred for type and calm temperament. Ready to leave mid September. Mum’s registration 250269500468603. More details on our website www.canouan.co.uk Tel: 05 53 88 15 67 Free to good home Older female German Shepherd. Great with people, male dogs, cats and is very loyal. Please contact me for more details. Tel: 06 37 67 70 98 In need of a new home

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

Rita, a beautiful Breton Spaniel (speyed and

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

BUILDING MATERIALS FOR SALE: Lapeyre wood window 120cm x140cm. €95.00 Tel: 05 55 69 49 28 FOR SALE: Contents of my workshop There is too much equipment to list individually but a variety of top brand machinery is on offer, also to include a large quantity of kiln dried oak, a few Stihl chainsaws and brushcutter, Honda mower and Iveco crew cabin flat bed 3.5t truck. Please contact for further details. Tel: 05 55 64 22 50 Email: christotem86@ gmail.com FOR SALE: Shower door New, still in box. Part obscure pattern. Cost 130 Euros at Brico Depot. €60.00 Tel: 05 55 61 19 81 FOR SALE: Receveur à carreler (tray for wet room) 160x90x5cm. Cost 170 euros. New, still in wrapper. €80.00 Tel: 05 55 61 19 81

FURNITURE FOR SALE: Bed settee and 2 matching arm chairs Good condition. €40.00 Tel: 02 48 56 74 73 FOR SALE: Ikea Display Cabinets Two birch effect part glazed display cabinets. Three glass shelves, glass sides and glass door. Complete with low voltage cabinet light. Dimensions: 40cms deep, 45cms wide, 188cms high. Buyer/s to collect. 40 Euros each. Postcode:

23250. Tel: 06 42 94 43 74 FOR SALE: Large, possibly walnut, armoire Double mirrored doors, 4 shelves, three drawers (all locking, but only got keys for two of them). Dimensions: 46cms deep, 130cms wide, 248cms high. Disassembles (the original 'flat pack') for ease of transport/getting up narrow staircases. Buyer collects. Postcode: 23250. €350.00 Tel: 06 42 94 43 74 FOR SALE: Various 3 seater black leather sofa 100 euro; green computer swivel chair 20 euro; 4 foot round pedestal pine table 40 euro. Tel: 05 55 81 08 77 FOR SALE: Mattresses I have 5 brand new, unused, still wrapped Dreamea mattresses for sale. From the label: Tonic, Extra Ferme (suspension haute densite), carenage integral. size: 140 x 190 x 21cm Summer/winter sides. They are sprung mattresses and have carrying handles

GARDEN FOR SALE: Barbecue with 3 gas burners Mounted on trolly with under storage shelf. Also 2 gas bottles. €55.00 Tel: 05 55 03 26 42 FOR SALE: Strimmer Flymo ET23+DX electric strimmer, with manual. Prefer buyer collects, but may be possible to deliver for cost of fuel. Postcode: 23250. €15.00 Tel: 06 42 94 43 74 FOR SALE: Intex easy set pool (round) 15ft x3ft deep used for one week last year. Is complete with steps, pump, filter, cover, etc. As new. Cost 229 euros. €100.00 Tel: 05 55 61 19 81

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BY THE 20th with the details you would like include. Your advert will appear online and in the next print edition of The Bugle. Classified adverts are currently free for all small items (less than €500). For more expensive items and photos a small fee applies: ● Items more than €500 are charged at €5 per month ● Photos are charged at €2.50 per month on each side. Bought from But last year, ended up not being used. Cost 199.99 each, up for sale at 150 Euros each. Buyer(s) to collect. Postcode: 23250. Tel: 06 42 94 43 74 FOR SALE: Dark wood (not oak) dining table in very good order Square 120 x 120 cm extending by 40 cm. Detachable legs. €50.00 Tel: 05 55 03 87 56

Fripon This big boy is Fripon and he was abandoned to the SPA refuge in Limoges 2 years ago. The volunteers at the refuge can't understand why he hasn't been adopted as he is a lovely gentle boy who walks beautifully on the lead. He is not bothered by other dogs or cats - in fact he is not bothered by much at all and when he's not walking he likes to lay in his box and watch the comings and goings. He loves a cuddle and a tummy rub and will give you his paw for a treat. At 8 years old this sedate boy deserves some peaceful comfy space of his own where he can snooze or just laze in the sun. Fripon is castrated and vaccinated and you can meet him at SPA de la Haute-Vienne, 156 avenue du Général René Chambe, 87270 Couziex. Tel 05 55 48 06 75. … or if you would like help from an English-speaking volunteer email Pam at: pamrob1@hotmail.com

suitable for cloakroom. €25; AEROBIC STEPPER by Reebok with Calorie Counter. €25; EXERCISE TRAMPOLINE by Super Tramp with exercise instruction book. €30; CROSS-COUNTRY SKIS & STICKS by KARHU Sweden. Glass Fibre 2.1 metres. €50; ASSORTED PHOTO/PICTURE FRAMES, 26, VARIOUS SIZES some with prints. €25; CORNER CABINET Mahogany Veneer. Display/Drinks/Storage. €60. Photographs of all items are available. Email: anthony.r.twyman@gmail. com FOR SALE: Douche Heaven 2 Complete with

house for sale. One weekend only. Everything priced accordingly. All welcome! Free to good home - heavy old piano Requires tuning. Also a box of sheet music and stool. Buyer to collect. Email: patricia.haig@ orange.fr FOR SALE: Various HAND BASIN small,

assembly manual, jets unit and parts list. Missing fittings kit, screws etc, shower head, shelves. Buyer collects. St Benoit area. €100.00 Tel: 02 54 24 31 97 FOR SALE: Various Yoghurt maker, Carrefour, brand new - 10 euros; Steamer, Harvest home, brand new - 10 euros; Solid brass door handles, Lapeyre, 24 in total - 10 euros each; Step machine with electronic display 15 euros; Ab machine - 10 euros; Portaloo, never used - 30 euros; Small bedroom TV 35cm - 10 euros. Tel: 05 55 60 03 34 FOR SALE: George Foreman multi usage baking, roasting, grilling machine New in box, with instructions and recipe book. €25.00 Tel: 05 55 03 26 42 FOR SALE: Godin Log Burner Good condition.

94cm H, 53cm W, 53 cm D. Rear Flu 125 mm. Buyer to collect (Nieuil). £350. Tel: 05 45 29 65 44 FOR SALE: Girls Clothing

A mixed bag of girl's clothing ranging in age 12-14 some NEW and unworn: 1 x Grey Marks and Spencer cardigan -NOT WORN; 1 x Cream zipped sweatshirt - worn once; 1 X Black short sleeved cardigan - worn once; 1 x Grey Cardigan - worn once; 1 x Soft touch cream hoodie - NOT WORN; Various T Shirts; 3 x Long sleeve T shirts - 1 x NOT WORN; 2 x Swimming costumes - 1 x Speedo NOT WORN; 4 Pairs of Leggings - 3 x NOT WORN; 1 x Pair of shorts - NOT WORN; 2 x Pairs of jeans - 1 x Cherokee NOT WORN. Available for collection in La Souterraine, Guéret or Eguzon. €35.00 Tel: 06 42 49 62 33 FOR SALE: Pool Table Full size slate top, pub style pool table, converted from coin slot to push button operation. Complete with balls, triangle, cues and chalk. €400.00ono Email: emmawheeler12@hotmail. com FOR SALE: Single electric bed Raises head and feet, ideal for older person. £800 new will except €500. €500.00 Tel: 05 55 69 49 28 FOR SALE: Old type ladies bicycle Gazelle, Tour de France, large wheels (28 inches), easy to peddle, gears, dynamo and

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The Bugle CLASSIFIEDS are brought to you in association with WWW.HOUSESONINTERNET.COM inbuilt locking mechanism, gold colour, air cushioned seat and large rack on the back. Good condition. €30.00 Tel: 02 48 56 74 73 FOR SALE: 4 seater fibre glass rowing boat with oars 3.10mx1.25m. 2 inbuilt buoyancy tanks, wooden floor and seats. Flat bottom, great fishing/ pleasure boat. Good condition. €300.00 Tel: 02 48 56 74 73 FOR SALE: Various 1 x Brand new Brico Depot double glazed window (two windows opening type) overall size 950mm Wide x 1480mm High (bought in error) or swap €60.00; 1 x Brand new Brico Depot double glazed window (two windows opening type) overall size 1450mm Wide x 1180mm High (change of plans) €60.00; 1 x Brand New (still in box with instructions, etc.) Sagemcom Blu Ray 3D BPRS188 - 250HD (bought in error) complete with set top aerial €399.00 New - Not a satellite unit - €150.00 or best offer. Email for further information. Collection only all items August / September. Email: paulhobby@msn.com FOR SALE: Various Rubberwood dining table (vgc). 138cm long/ 183cm extended; 86cm wide. 50••€; Glass & grey-coloured metal TV stand. 21⁄2 shelves. 100cm x 45cm x 55cm high. 20•••€;Glass dolly for tower computer. 47.5cm x 23.5cm x 8cm high. 5€; Brabantia food warmers (heated by tea lights). 2 double, 2 single. 20€. Photographs available if required. Collection only: Arnac la Poste area. Tel: 09 50 76 37 75 FOR SALE: Various New plastic bath 25 euros. New solid wood doors 211 x 77 three panel 50 euros, 218 x 77 solid panel at bottom with 8 panels for glass above 50 euros. Small chop saw 10 euros. Small tile disc cutter 10 euros. Large electric scroll saw vgc 50 euros. 6 old cast iron radiators various sizes vgc 100 euros. Electric tile disc cutter large 50 euros. Tel after 6pm 05 87 77 20 82 FOR SALE: New, unused, foam covered, bendable hangers Ideal for those

French wardrobes/ armoires which are not quite deep enough to take a normal hanger. 1 Euro each, buyer collects. Postcode: 23250. Tel: 06 42 94 43 74 FOR SALE: Upright Farrand Pianola-Piano Was fully refurbished about 6 years ago, so all the bellows and tubes are in excellent condition. Comes with a piano stool and a large box of player rolls. Rolls still available via the auction and other sites on the internet. Buyer to collect. Postcode: 23250. €499.00 Tel: 06 42 94 43 74 FOR SALE: 2 Decathlon Rochrider Bicycles with 16 gears Suitable for road and off-road use. €100.00 Tel: 05 55 60 64 03 FOR SALE: Sharp EL1607P Desktop Calculator Sharp EL1607P 12 digit display electric desk top calculator. A 12 digit, 2 colour printer desk top calculator with large display and several functions. Prefer buyer collects, but may be possible to deliver for cost of fuel. Postcode: 23250. €10.00 Tel: 06 42 94 43 74 FOR SALE: 10 red A4 Lever Arch Folders Hardly used. 10 Euros the lot. Prefer buyer collects, but may be possible to deliver for cost of fuel. Postcode: 23250. €10.00 Tel: 06 42 94 43 74 FOR SALE: Leclerc ladies basic sports bike Unwanted gift. White and black. 26” wheels. 15 gears and caliper brakes. 100 euros including helmet and gel saddle cover o.n.o. Department 23. €100.00ono Tel: 05 55 81 32 20 FOR SALE: 12 large boxes of boys clothes Age 0-13. Also 2 booster seats (Halfords), 1 wooden desk and chair with laminated desk top. Good condition. Offers. Tel: 02 48 56 74 73 FOR SALE: Cookshop large halogen cooker Sits on kitchen work surface. Complete with full instructions and additional cookery book. €20.00 Tel: 05 55 76 70 51 FOR SALE: DRIZABONE RIDING COATS (2) Two Genuine Australian "DRIZABONE" brown long (full length) wax riding coats -

one size Medium (5) length 105cm, and other size XL (7) length 115cm. They have been worn just three times (for walking!)... after which they have been stored away in a dry place in our barn. 95 euros each. Can email photo. Tel: 05 55 78 79 02 FOR SALE: Wood panel Approx. 5m long,

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

condition. 40 euros for the three framed prints. Tel: 05 55 78 79 02

hook up. Tatty but useable. Ideal for renovating a house, spare room, site hut, etc. €250.00 Tel: 02 48 56 74 73 FOR SALE: Black Seat Ibiza 1.9TDi Fed up

has been kept in very good condition, very clean and runs well. 05 Registered, Diesel, New Belts, Electric Windows, Central Locking, Radio & Air con. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us. €3,800.00 Tel: 05 55 61 17 82 Email: Prieure23@ hotmail.com FOR SALE: VW Beetle New Shape. Low Mileage. Full Service History. As New Condition. Tel: Neil 05 55 80 14 97 Email: fellbeck12@btinternet. com FOR SALE: Lunar caravan 2 berth. 5.20m long. Cooker, oven, fridge, gas heater, bathroom, mains

Mareuil based (Dept 24) active 64-year-old solvent gentleman, tall, slim, long time divorced and living in France since 2008. Enjoys the company of friends, walking, days out, Château visits, etc., seeks the company of an attractive non smoking single lady of a similar age to share the odd lunch / days out with. Perhaps with luck, one day maybe more. All or any replies will be answered. Email: mareuil1951@hotmail.com FOR SALE: Ford Transit - For spares or repair Ford

chauffering all those visitors, this car is ideal car as a run-around, 2001 with 150,000 miles. RHD French registration with CT till 03/2017. Serviced & maintained by local garage with receipts. €1,600.00ono Tel: 05 55 68 72 89 FOR SALE: Towbars Towbar for Citroen Xsara Picasso complete. 30 euros. Towbar for Peugeot 406 complete. 20 euros. Tel: 02 48 56 74 73 FOR SALE: PEUGEOT 406 1999 1.8 Petrol RHD French registered with CT until June 2016. Dark Green. 119,000 miles. Good condition. Very reliable. €500.00 Tel: 02 54 47 75 59 FOR SALE: Boat and trailer French Registered

VEHICLES / PARTS FOR SALE: Nissan Primastar DC 1.9 Litre Van

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Falcon 18, 115hp, morse hydraulic steering, electric tilt and trim, stainless steel propeller, 2 anchors and usual equipment. €5,000.00 Tel: 05 55 60 64 03 FOR SALE: MOBILE HOME 35 foot by 10

foot. Very good condition. One double bedroom, one single bedroom, shower room with separate toilet, fitted kitchen to include table with 4 chairs, fridge, air-conditioning unit, microwave, gas hot water boiler, gas cooker, television with aerial. €3,500.00ono Tel: 05 55 73 17 60

Transit 2.5 diesel high top long wheel base 1999. 231k miles. RHD. French registered. CT expired. Was used regularly until just over a year ago. Runs lovely always starts first time but needs new clutch and body work is tatty. Will have to be towed. Located at Jabreilles les Bordes 87370. €395.00 Tel: 05 55 37 18 03 / 06 33 66 17 45 Email: darrenrb@ hotmail.com FOR SALE: Shetland 535 Cabin Cruiser Length 5.37 metres. With Indespension Coaster 2 trailer. No engine. Boat needs internal work, would make a good project. Please call for more information. €500.00 Tel: 05 55 68 59 91

WHITE GOODS FOR SALE: Indesit wt112 top loader washing machine V/good condition,

little used, 84cm tall 40cm wide 62 cm depth. We are in dept 23 near Chénérailles. €100.00 Tel: 05 55 62 77 41 FOR SALE: Chest Freezer Length 80cm width 60cm. Approx 8 cubic feet. Excellent condition. Near Treignac. €140.00 Tel: 05 55 98 63 94

WANTED WANTED: House-sit Reliable couple seek housesit for their property search this winter. Could we keep an eye on your property while you are absent and do us a favour too, with mutually-agreable terms? References available. Email: vic@watercolour. me.uk WANTED: Help Ladies wanted to help care for 99-year-old French lady. Based in Manot. Further info Christine 06 32 47 08 13 or 05 55 68 00 56. Also gardener required, call Jean Pierre 05 45 84 90 92. WANTED: Pokemon cards to buy or swap Any age, any series. Tel: 02 48 56 74 73 Email: npugwash@ rocketmail.com WANTED: URGENT Isolated house to rent or buy. No near neighbours and no traffic. Consider anything in regions Centre or Limousin. Tel: 02 54 38 81 76 WANTED: Trailer - any age or condition Tel: 02 48 56 74 73

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The origin of the humble "French" croissant

hen you think of France, it is hard not to think of the humble croissant. Warm, buttery, crumbly and light as a feather, this pastry has defined France for many generations. Which is why it may be surprising to learn that, given the long history of crescent-shaped breads, the French croissant is a relatively recent invention... and it is not even French! Legend has it that during the Ottoman siege of Vienna in 1683, a baker working in the middle of the night heard the sounds of Turkish soldiers tunnelling under the city. The alarm was raised, disaster was averted, the siege was later broken and the city saved. To commemorate the victory,

the Viennese bakers invented a brioche in the shape of a crescent - the symbol they had seen on the flags of their enemies. The new pastry was at the time called a “kipferl” - the German word for “crescent”. It was not until much later that the kipferl arrived in France.

Some legends suggest it was introduced by Marie Antoinette, but it is generally accepted that the first French croissants were made at the Parisian bakery of Viennese immigrant August Zang. It is due to the Austrian origins of these types of pastries that they are collectively known

The Bugle thanks French teacher, Sophie Arsac, for the translation of this month's bilingual article on a topical aspect of Franco-British culture. in French as viennoiseries. So the shape came from the Ottoman flag and the idea was born from the siege of Vienna,

but it was France that secured the worldwide fame of the croissant. The reason for this is quite simple: towards the end of the 19th century, French bakers replaced the traditional brioche dough with a puff pastry dough. The lighter pastry now known as the croissant was an instant hit! A century later and the croissant has become a victim of its own success. “Traditional” butter croissants are increasingly hard to find and today it is estimated that as many of half of all the viennoiseries sold in French bakeries are mass-produced in industrial factories and simply reheated by the baker. ■

uand on évoque la France, il est difficile de ne pas penser à l’humble croissant. Aussi légère qu’une plume, cette viennoiserie chaude, au goût de beurre et aux miettes abondantes symbolise ce pays depuis des générations. Pourtant, bien que les pains de cette forme existent depuis très longtemps, on peut être surpris d’apprendre que le croissant français est une invention relativement récente et qu’il n’est même pas français! Selon la légende, lorsque la ville de Vienne fut assiégée en 1683 par les Ottomans, un boulanger qui travaillait en pleine nuit entendit le bruit des soldats turcs qui creusaient un tunnel sous la ville. Il donna

l’alerte, le désastre fut évité, le siège fut levé et la ville sauvée. Pour commémorer la victoire, les boulangers viennois créèrent une brioche en forme de croissant, le symbole qui figurait sur les drapeaux enne-

mis. La pâtisserie s’appelait à l’époque un «kipferl» qui signifiait «croissant» en allemand. Le kipferl fit son entrée en France beaucoup plus tard, grâce à Marie-Antoinette selon certains. Il est plus vraisembla-

Si sa forme et l’idée de sa conception germèrent grâce au drapeau ottoman pendant le siège de Vienne, c’est bien la France qui assura la renommée du croissant. La raison en est fort simple: à la fin du 19ème siècle, les boulangers français remplacèrent la traditionnelle pâte à brioche par une pâte feuilletée plus légère: le croissant était né et il eut un succès immédiat. Un siècle plus tard, victime de son propre succès, le traditionnel croissant au beurre est une denrée de plus en plus rare et aujourd’hui, environ la moitié des viennoiseries vendues dans les boulangeries françaises sont produites industriellement et simplement réchauffées par les boulangers. ■

ble que les premiers croissants français furent confectionnés dans la boulangerie parisienne de l’immigré viennois August Zang. D’où le nom de «viennoiseries» attribué à ce type de pâtisseries.

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Cats and Dogs Boarding Kennels

Purpose built kennels - dept 16. 45 years animal care experience. Fully insured and vet approved. Individual kennels plus family pens. Walking off lead 4 times a day. Michael and Wendy Aldrich

catsanddogs2009@hotmail.co.uk

05 45 66 14 62 Siret: 494 030 919 00018

Champlong Chatterie

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

Alison & Ray

Tel: 05 55 60 27 83

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

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

TEL: 06 30 96 02 02

E: info@englishfarrierinfrance.com W: www.englishfarrierinfrance.com siret: 799 169 479 00018

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

www.ame-et-corps.com Tel: 06.66.24.85.49 English, French, German - and Animal spoken! Katharina Maiss

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

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

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

Your advert here 05 55 41 17 76 Antiques/ Brocantes

or email

leaberry24@yahoo.co.uk

Please mention The Bugle when responding to adverts

MOTOR PARTS CHARENTE

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

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

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

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

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

Building Services

ALBION BUILDING SURVEYORS RICS Chartered Surveyor

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

www.surveys-in-france.org

Tel: 06 43 86 73 27

LCS 23 Autos

Architectural DRAWING SERVICE

Car and Van Sales European Transport

06 23 29 24 70 - see pg 15 Registered Car Mechanic

Renovating your French property?

05.55.81.31.85

New build?

See Display Ad pg 18

Antiques and Junk Shop

>> pg 25 >> pg 25

motorptscharente@aol.com

RING BILL!

LA BRAUDERIE BROCANTE

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Architects/ Surveyors

Mon - Sat: 9.00 - 7.00

Valhalla dog holidays 05 55 80 42 47

Auto Services

Contact Dave Grant: 05 55 67 58 87

** Under new management **

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

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

Your advert here 05 55 41 17 76

Dossiers prepared Permis de Construire Déclarations Préalables

Tel: 05 53 52 36 05

lavieilleabbaye@orange.fr SIRET: 493 770 358 00015

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Septic tanks

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

Concrete

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

Renovation

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

trading 7 years

see our portfolio at www.LCE23.com

05.55.80.83.30

Building Services

A. Wright

Carpenter & Joiner 06 35 12 10 66 see main ad - pg 2

Nicholas Hemming Wood Craft

Architects/ Surveyors

www.nicholashemming.co.uk

02 48 63 15 09 - see main ad pg 4

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

Tel: 05 55 80 72 83 Mob: 06 33 07 29 72

Building Services Electricians

Email: info@masterplans.eu www.masterplans.eu Siret: 790 016 984 00011

CHARTERED STRUCTURAL ENGINEER

SALAMANDRE

Pre-purchase & Structural Surveys. Verbal & written reports. Structural calculations & drawings. Redevelopment ideas & solutions. Tim Haw B.Eng C.Eng M.I.Struct.E

FR: 0033 (0)6 05 56 42 81 UK: 0044 (0)7448 466 662

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

Building Services

électricité Keith SLOPER

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

BARWICK ÉLECTRICITÉ

Carpenters/ Joiners

SHAUN BARWICK QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN

WOODWORK MADE TO MEASURE

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

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

05 55 14 12 43

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

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

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

Lumiere Service et Energie Steven Rofe 20+ Years experience

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

INSTALLATION23

- Electricity - Plumbing - Air conditioning and heat pump - Small renovations (bathrooms, kitchens, etc.) Dutch and English spoken Creuse / Puy-de-Dôme E-mail: installation23@gmail.com

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

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

Tel: 09 72 35 74 73

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

sales@LCE23.com

registered and insured for all work we do

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

Siret: 753 054 030 00014

Building Services

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

Roofs constructed & repaired Attic conversions & velux fitted Chimney repairs Kitchen & Bathroom fitting Tiling Dry Lining All work fully insured Free Quotation

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

Steve Johns

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

Digger and dumper hire

Groundworks, foundations, driveways, etc.

Building & Renovation services Free devis and site visit

05.55.64.11.73

TEL : 05 55 69 24 82

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

Stephen Cullinane & Son From the foundations to the roof Established 9 years in France 05 55 81 00 53 - see pg 11

La Coterie Entreprise Approved septic tank installer

05.55.80.83.30

We guarantee to beat any like for like quote !

www.lce23.com See our main ad above

Building Services

Paul Goldsmith Interior Renovations

siret: 514 556 208 00015

Registered for 8 years in France

Monte Sarginson

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

Inside & Out

t: 09 66 03 52 89

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

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

Fosses Septiques

All Renovations and Constructions

Need Renovation?

Call Ben & Benny Tel: 06 29 97 50 16 see main ad - pg 10

e: lasout@live.com SIRET 494 123 847 00019

Scaffolding Hire

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

06 42 73 83 37 siret: 795 207 067 00013

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

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

SIRET: 494 617 798 00017

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

Ladies fashion accessories

NEUVIALLE MENUISERIE no job too small

Paula Robinson

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

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

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

Mail order available or ﬁnd me at a local market

(see Notice Board for more details)

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

Siret: 802 265 728

■ Services ■ Brakes ■ MOT Prep

Très Jolie

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ADVERTORIAL

LabelEtoiles.fr - a local B&B with a difference

t La Fayolle, just outside Bourganeuf, Maryse and Marc Deschamps welcome you to their five hectare estate to enjoy a "complete break" that you will never forget. Situated on a hill with stunning views over the rolling woodland are 2 luxuriously appointed glass houses where you can literally sleep under the stars. The couple previously ran a successful chambres d'hôtes along

more traditional lines, but wanted to allow visitors a closer experience of the exceptional, natural beauty of the Limousin countryside. After finding themselves often sleeping outside on warm summer evenings, the couple hit upon their unique idea. There are currently 2 glass houses available, each of which is completely private, set on a raised timber terrace, with uninterrupted views over the surrounding coun-

There are two one-bedroom glass houses, which both offer: - A large outdoor private space with terrace where you can eat, relax or even sleep under the stars. - A private wooden chalet with shower, hand basin and toilet approximately 1 metre from the glasshouse and on the same level. - Bed linen (included in the price), as well as bathroom towels, bathrobe and slippers. - Tea, coffee and drinks making facilities. - Table and chairs on the patio for your meals. - No television or internet access... the principle is to disconnect from the rat race - although there is a good mobile network signal!

Double D

Renovations & Home Improvements 05 55 65 00 29 - pg 10

WASTE REMOVAL SERVICES

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

05 55 37 45 35 06 74 21 47 71 siret 532 981 198 00015

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

05 55 89 69 46

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

T J Renovations R & B Construction 30 years experience in building trade

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

05 55 61 16 30 / 06 85 37 04 35 web: www.builderinthecreuse.co.uk

Email: tjrenovations96@yahoo.fr Siret: 750 068 116 00011

Paul Jones Renovation

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

Tel: 05 55 69 28 12 Mob: 06 73 18 63 47 Email: pauljones@orange.fr www.pauljonesrenovation.com

English & French spoken - Siret: 518 511 340 00011

French Lily

Kitchens & Interiors 05 55 80 92 91 - see pg 4

Double D

Renovations & Home Improvements

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

05 55 65 00 29 / 06 33 19 99 64 email: double-d-23@live.fr

Harlequin Developments

Dave Cardwell - Builder

www.maxhuggett.com

(Depts 23, 87 & 19) siret: 501 792 386 00010

Abris Bois LV

Max Huggett

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

See our website: www.rb-first-construction.com Tel: 05 55 37 74 06 (Dave) Tel: 05 55 69 75 67 (Steve)

siret: 510 357 155 00017

SIRET: 503 169 237 00016

Offering a broad selection of building services in depts. 87, 19 & 23. From one off installations to complete renovations, construction, landscaping and ground works. E: info@maxhuggett.com

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

siret no: 495 067 829 00020

Timber Building Specialists www.abrisboislv.fr 05 87 77 95 57 - see pg 6

Experienced and fully registered builder with 10 year Décennale Insurance

tryside. The unique dwellings also come with a private shower room and toilet. The estate includes an old property from the 16th century, an orchard where they grow a variety of fruits, a garden, a henhouse, and a donkey called Figaro, who welcomes guests with an enthusiastic eeyore... During summer, they offer guests the chance to sample the fruit and vegetables from their organic garden (no chemical products), which is watered using water from their own spring. In autumn, you can enjoy home-grown mushrooms, or sweet chestnuts, cooked on the fire. Rooms are priced at €120 per night - booking in advance is necessary. Breakfast is served either in your room or in the main house between 8am and 11am and is included in the price. An "English Breakfast" is available on request.

05 55 98 24 12

See our Display Ad - pg 9

JONES ENTREPRISE Quality Workmanship

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

RSW Entreprises

Fosse Septique Specialist

05.55.80.00.57

See our Display Ad - pg 10

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

05.55.68.67.56 06.06.60.46.97

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

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

www.cpals.eu

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

Evening meals, cooked using local produce and traditional recipes are available for €25 per person, or you can also choose a take-away meal to enjoy on your terrace for €14 per person. ■

S.J. GODBY ENTREPRISE

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

Contact: 07 89 71 25 69 E-mail: stuart.godby@live.fr

w: www.labeletoiles.fr t: 05 55 54 03 25 e: contact@labeletoiles.fr La Fayolle 23400 Saint-Amand-Jartoudeix

Barry Haggerty

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

Tel: 06 42 19 20 06

siret: 434 085 338 00037

Email: barrydhaggerty@gmail.com

Masonry & More

Entreprise Hines Building & Renovation

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

05 55 61 93 07

martin_sprague_1@ hotmail.com SIRET: 531 768 182 00010

GODSON

Travaux Publics www.pilgrim23.com 05.55.62.61.12 - pg 3

La Noneix

Construction & Property Services

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

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

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

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

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

28 years qualified experience

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

Davis & Davis

30 years' Experience in Construction, Renovation & Project Management Quality Workmanship Guaranteed Internal/ External Developments Barn conversions, loft conversions, new-build, drylining, plastering, rendering, spray rendering, tiling, installation of kitchens/ bathrooms, painting, carpentry, replacement doors & windows, velux installation, groundworks, landscaping, decking & much more...

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

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

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

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

We also supply KWIKSTAGE scaffold for hire - either DIY or full scaffold service provided.

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

siret: 503 169 237 00016

Building Services

CALL KATH Painting and Decorating Interior and Exterior

General

Colour Consultations Room Re-designs

info@platrierlimousin.fr

05 55 63 53 06

Carpenter & Joiner 06 35 12 10 66

kathleen.willis@orange.fr

see main ad - pg 2

siret 802 262 35200015

Steve Johns Assainissement

Simon Carter

fosse-septique23.com

05.55.64.11.73 - see pg 4

Building Services

The friendly & reliable plasterer 10 year guarantee. Covering depts. 23 & 87. Call Stuart on:

Kathleen Willis

A. Wright

Le Plâtrier du Limousin

Painter & Decorator Qualified craftsman with over 25 years UK experience, now based in Haute-Vienne. Specialist services: Interior & exterior painting & decorating, wallpapering, plastering.

Plumbing and heating / boiler repairs. Oil and gas. 28 years experience. Gas Safe registered in UK. Reliable and efficient service. Based 16420 - will travel 40km.

05 55 80 92 91 Siret: 534 396 908 00012

M: 06 05 71 57 68

GLEN VINEY

PLASTERER

UK: +44 (0)7952 228 924

Quality Plasterwork, Internal & External

E: plomberieconfolens@gmail.com

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

Siret 803 784 818 00012

Tel: 06 45 18 86 10

High Ground Development

Building Services

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

siret: 792.130.932.00017

05 55 65 86 94 - see pg 10

Building Services Plumbers

siret: 517 848 826 00023

H20 CREUSE

Heating & Plumbing engineer

05 55 63 89 23

sales@thebugle.eu 05 55 41 17 76

Chris

Martin Walters

Building Services

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

CALL FOR A FREE QUOTATION

Painters/ Decorators

05 55 63 53 06 06 23 29 48 19 christopher.willis@orange.fr Le Bourg, 23360 Nouzerolles SIRET: 504 612 441 00015

Mini Digger

with Driver for Hire

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

87440 Marval

05 55 78 62 29

siret no. 523 183 580 00019

john.bonella@gmail.com

siret: 509 180 410 00011

Building Services

Sand and Blast We provide a fully operated

sandblasting

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

www.sandandblast.com

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

Plasterers the Plasterer

Email: philip.andrews@orange.fr

Sandblasting

m: 06 29 97 50 16

john.bonella@gmail.com See Main Ad below

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

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

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

sales@thebugle.eu 05 55 41 17 76

05.55.78.62.29

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

Siret: 527 736 326 00010

see pg 9

Mini-Digger with driver

ROOFING SPECIALISTS

Building Services

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

Tel: 05 87 19 91 50 Mob: 07 81 26 88 65

Groundworks

Eurl Réno-Gén

Plumber/Electrician

Benjamin Jourdan

FREE QUOTES

Web: www.sjcmontluc.fr Email: sjcmontluc@yahoo.fr

Dennis Ward

Plumber

Roofing PMC BATIMENT

Chimney Sweeps

Roofing Specialists

www.pmcbatiment.fr

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

see main ad pg 21

MUMFORD TOITURE Roofing & Plastering/ Plasterboarding Service

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

Tel 02 54 24 84 62

05 55 71 49 13 - 06 78 60 96 16

Siret 522 804 723 00016

Siret No. 493 159 412 00011

mumford.toiture@orange.fr

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

www.stovesellers.com

05 55 63 78 72 Siren: 502 409 949

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

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ADVERTORIAL

Houses on Internet: A Global Property Network

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: “The number of responses from prospective buyers and sales keep rising. No doubt one of the reasons is that we were able to increase our worldwide advertising budget and reach more prospective buyers than ever.” In the first six months of this year, HOI-GPS has sold to people from 12 different countries, such as Australia, Belgium, Holland, United Kingdom, Switzerland, Germany, Norway and of course France. Although the British are buying more than

before due to the favourable exchange rate, they are clearly not the only buyers we reach. Richard continues: “Our continuous global marketing is definitely paying off and guarantees a worldwide exposure of your property to buyers, wherever they live. 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. The text doesn’t just describe the house, garden and outbuildings, but also gives information about shopping, schools, airports and

leisure. “When the website for the house is online, we first connect 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 searches 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 at the other end 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

TOUTE SWEEP

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

Food & Drink

Chimney Sweep Service

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

06.79.07.91.56

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

Contact Barry Manning

Mayday

barry@toutesweep.com

computer services - pc • mac • network

REMEMBER - BLOCKED FLUES AND CHIMNEY FIRES CAN BE FATAL... DON'T TAKE THAT RISK!

05 55 68 47 33 / 06 82 26 31 54 see pg 12

SIRET: 534 351 754 00013

Creusetec

Computers & Satellites

Satellite Systems 05 55 66 60 21

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

Formerly Electrosat

UK & French Satellite TV

5 Rue Nationale – 16150 Chabanais

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

GOODWIN SATELLITE

Le Champsac

Restaurant AUX CEPES

TOOWAY BROADBAND

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

Dept 23 & surrounding areas

Email: garygoodwin@wanadoo.fr siret: 453 067 910 00019

05 55 09 15 73

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

Marsac (23)

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

Petticoat Lane

closed Wednesdays

SALES & INSTALLATION OF ALL SATELLITE SYSTEMS & AERIALS. FAULT FINDING.

Approved Supplier

Chez Jacques

05 87 40 02 83

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

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

Antibiotic free Available on demand in either whole (approx 55-80 kg) or half carcass €4.25 / kg tel (evenings):

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

Sat-Elec

Try Something Different

Big Dish Satellite www.bigdishsat.com

05 55 78 72 98 see main ad - pg 7

siret no 798 364 600 00014

CONTACT : PAUL CHARLESWORTH TEL : 06 28 28 04 63

LA veytiZoU, 87130

B&B Restaurant Bar Tabac & Salle des Fêtes

Tel: 05 55 69 33 38

good food! good company! good night out!

Mandys-curry-2-go

open all year regular events private parties

www.lechampsac.com

lechampsac@orange.fr 12, Rue des Fontaines, 87230 Champsac

Houses on Internet - Global Property Services www.housesoninternet.com

05 55 65 12 19

Free range old Le Moulin du Breuil spot pork for sale BAR, RESTAURANT, TERRASSE

05 55 65 13 45

siret: 353 613 227 00035

Tel: 05 55 66 48 55 Mob: 06 31 59 81 08

the moment he is interested in it.” For more information on HOIGPS or to market your property through them, visit their website.

see main ad - pg 3

Mobile Curry Take Away For menus and venues:

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

m : 07 70 39 12 23

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

23140 PIONNAT

05 55 80 37 70 - see pg 9 26, Ecurat 23150

Atelier d'Art du Jardin Cream teas on the terrasse Sat & Sun - 11h00 to 17h00

*NEW* Restaurant now open Lunchtimes: 12h-14h (by reservation) A la carte menu from €5.50-€12 Evenings: from 18h30 (by reservation) Menu (€25) or à la carte 2km from Chénérailles and the Chateau Villemonteix.

tel: 05 55 81 31 85

email: ecurat123@hotmail.com www.atelierdartdujardin.net

Chez Amy's

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

Tel: 02.54.31.36.03 Open Tue - Sun from 11am

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

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ROOFING SPECIALISTS

Insurance guarantee on all work. 15 years’ experience.

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Home Chef

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

Traiteur

www.traiteur-limousin.com

Cocktails

thierry-le-costoec@traiteur-limousin.com

Event Catering

La Saunière (23000) 07 71 61 95 49

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ADVERTORIAL

Le Viaduc - the local bar making big waves

Since being taken over by a group of expats several years ago, Le Viaduc bar and restaurant has been steadily building an enviable reputation among the local French community. So much so that French daily Le Populaire recently paid a visit and ran a glowing feature on the bar restaurant located south of La Souterraine on the Haute-Vienne/Creuse border. The below is a direct translation of the article as it appeared in the newspaper.

On the border of the Haute-Vienne and the Creuse, Le Viaduc bar and restaurant is sustaining life in the small village of Folles.

British wind is blowing through the commune. In the small village of Folles, four expats are serving beer “made in Haute-Vienne”. Here there is nothing... Or rather, there is very little. Welcome to Folles, a charming village situated in the north-east of Haute-Vienne about 10 kilometres from Bessines-sur-Gartempe and the A20 motorway. It is here that Andrew Merchant has settled, straight from England with his small family. In 2008, Andrew, originally from Portswood, Bournemouth, landed in France and laid down his suitcases in Folles, a village of 500 inhabitants. “My father has lived in France for over twenty years and I have spent many holidays here,” he explains. After working as an estate agent in the region, Andrew reopened the bistrot in Folles (which had closed in 2010) following a proposal by the mayor to take over the business. Loyal customers and hearty meals The bistrot was reopened in March 2013, following the purchase of the building by an Australian. With his 3 years' training in a kitchen in England under the guidance of a ranking French chef, Andrew logically took on the role of chef with his wife Jane in charge of the bar. A few months later they were

joined on their adventure by longtime friends Milly Baker and Graham Smith. Arriving in front of the restaurant, there is no indication of the surprise that lies in store. Yet inside, the place is inviting with exposed stone walls, an open fire and a warm and friendly atmosphere. Gilbert and Marcelle, from Saint-Bonnet de Bellac, about fifty kilometres away, often come to the area to visit family and have become regulars at Le Viaduc: “The meals are hearty and service is very friendly, we are happy with what we eat here.” It must be said that the menu on offer is unbeatable value: starter, main course, cheese, dessert and a glass of wine for €12.90. By using local producers, for example lamb or snails (Bersac-sur-Rivalier),

Andrew is contributing to the local economy. Even the beer is produced in Saint-SulpiceLaurière: “It is very popular, I sell over a hundred a month.” Salade de gésiers (gizzard salad), magret de canard (duck

breast), côte d'agneau (rack of lamb)... How is he able to offer such affordable prices? “I prefer to have a restaurant that is full making slightly less profit than to inflate my prices and

have a room that's half empty,” he says, adding: “A large 300 g steak for €18.50 is a good, honest price, compared to other restaurants who are charging €22.” In any case, Andrew isn't suffering from competition, as

his is the only restaurant in a 20 km radius. Five stars on the net, a highly rated bistrot! At his bistrot you are as likely to come across regulars as you are tourists: “The Pont-à-l'Àge lake, situated between the communes of Folles and Laurière, attracts many visitors and especially the British,” he smiles. So how does he run his pub in

such an isolated spot? The secret is simply by using the internet: the restaurant has made its reputation on TripAdvisor, the Michelin Guide and even on Facebook, and is receiving rave reviews. “It is very important to have a good reputation,” stresses Andrew. With good food and plenty of theme nights to entertain its clientele, Le Viaduc has found the recipe for success! ■

Le Viaduc Bar – Restaurant Tuesday to Thursday 11h-14h30 & 18h-21h Friday and Saturday 11h-14h30 & 18h-22h Sunday 11h-14h30-18h Closed Monday Tel: 05 55 10 96 03 Email: leviaduc-bar-folles@hotmail.fr www.le-viaduc-bar-folles.com

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Les Jardins d’Olivier 100% French eco-friendly pools Unique • Ecologique • Economique

ZA de Sirvenon, 87190 Magnac-Laval Tel: 05 55 68 67 21 (French) Tel: 05 87 77 95 57 (English)

The pleasure of water, the warmth of wood

www.les-jardins-d-olivier.com

Food & Drink

BEEF and LAMB

Le Creusois

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

Bar/Restaurant

Les Genêts, Azerables

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

www.lecreusoisbistro.com SIREN: 483 988 853

JJ’s Cafe Bar

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

Come and see for yourself - Open all week.

See our Notice Board events listings 39 Place du Champ de Foire 36140, Aigurande

02 54 06 30 77

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

Time for Tea

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

05 55 80 84 65

Sue and Rob Manning

EARL Les Fromentaux

Tel: 02 54 25 34 73

10 Route de Vilenne, 36200 Celon

Carraciola Sardo

Italian restaurant in St-Etienne-de-Fursac

Tel: 05 55 63 86 05

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

www.carraciola.com see you soon, Steve and Elena

Garden Services

email: timefortea@orange.fr

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

Your advert here 05 55 41 17 76

Sherrie et Steve Jardiniers All general

Gardening Undertaken

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

M: 06 58 72 03 43 E: sherrieetstevejardiniers@gmail.com

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

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

Gifts & Crafts

Siret No: 811 161 835 00001

Cross Cut Tree Surgeons

'ROUSSIS MAID'

APRONS HAND-CRAFTED CARDS FOR ALL OCCASIONS Quality product at affordable prices. Customized, if required, especially for you. Available blank or with either English or French greetings.

• Tree Surgery • Garden Clearance • Strimming • Pruning

VISIT ME AT THE FOLLOWING MARKETS: PIEGUT (Wed), BRANTOME (Fri) AIGRE, CHASSENEUIL & CONFOLENS (Monthly) Send an email to sign up to the newsletter

siret: 788 438 562 00019

Gardening Services

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

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

Les Jardins d'Olivier

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

sales@thebugle.eu 05 55 41 17 76

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

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

Open Sat & Sun - 11h00 to 17h00

All aspects of garden maintenance

T: 05 55 81 14 51 M: 06 85 78 81 32

3D Puzzle Maker

Atelier d'Art du Jardin

see main ad below

T.A.D. 23 (Travaux d'Accès Difficiles)

Ivan Petley

26, Ecurat 23150

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

Contact Joachim

La Jardinerie St-Léger-Magnazeix 05 55 68 73 76 - see pg 12

Please mention The Bugle when responding to adverts

Email: ellinghamroam764@yahoo.com

Tel: 06 86 89 81 02 siret 528 539 448

The Exchange Rochechouart

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

Artisan art for your garden Cream teas on the terrasse - €10 RDV for weekday visits SVP 2km from Chénérailles and the Chateau Villemonteix

tel: 05 55 81 31 85

email: ecurat123@hotmail.com www.atelierdartdujardin.net

Handholding Services

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

05 55 78 19 24

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

Très Jolie

Sophie Arsac

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

French lessons & handholding services

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

A HELPING HAND

see main ad pg 18

Mon Chic Cottage Home Decor & Gifts

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

Open Tue-Fri, 10h00 -17h00 Contact Jay:

05 87 77 95 59

www.monchiccottage.com info@monchiccottage.com

05.55.89.15.74 - pg 16

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

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

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Cross Cut Tree Surgeons

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

beverley.pawson@yahoo.co.uk

05.55.60.62.14 / 06.78.38.42.44

siret: 530 840 958 00017

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ADVERTORIAL

“SolarVenti”- the solar solution to damp and humidity

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

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

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

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

Language Services

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

Sophie Arsac

French lessons & handholding services

Jérôme Robert Independent Estate Agent www.immo-reseau.pro/robert See main ad - pg 9

Pest Control

Leggett Immobilier

05.55.89.15.74 - pg 16

www.leggettfrance.com

05 53 56 62 54 see main ad - pg 5

Learning to meditate

Sympathetic French Tuition

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

- Speaking and Understanding for life in France - Relaxed but purposeful - Confidence-building Free taster class (3hrs) Funding possible if in/seeking work

Tel: 09 73 13 62 10

06.66.24.85.49

Email: homer.jennifer@gmail.com 87120 Eymoutiers

AMMARA

Ecole de Langue 86, Rue Nationale, 36400 La Châtre

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

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

House Clearance

Blevins Franks International tax and wealth management advisers

www.blevinsfranks.com See our main ad - pg 11

House Clearance Specialists www.ferraille87.com see main ad - pg 16

Please mention The Bugle when responding to adverts

All your language needs under one roof!

02 54 31 12 55

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

TONY FARRELL INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL ADVISOR

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

debarrasser87

Agence Marche Limousin

Jenny Homer BA hons, PGCE

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

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

HiFX

International money transfer

www.hifx.co.uk

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

Bilingual Estate Agency www.ieafrance.com see main ad - pg 2

Central France Pest Control Dératisation, Déinsectisation, Désinfection

02 48 60 83 72 / 06 74 33 02 38 www.applicateur3d.com Email: info@applicateur3d.com Curative and preventative rats, mice, moles, flies, woodworm, bed bugs, fleas, wasps, hornets

La Petite Barre, 18210 Bessais Le Fromental SIRET No. 498 544 741 00024

Property Sales

English & French Language School

Email: contact@english-today.fr

06 75 56 99 06

easyfrench87@orange.fr www.easyfrench.fr

8 rue Principale, St Mathieu, 87440

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

Kitchens & Interiors 05 55 80 92 91 - see pg 4

Tel: 05 55 77 53 35

Training institution in partnership with the State. Lessons in either of our premises or at your home. 12 rue Thiers, 87300 Bellac ... or 11 ave Cruveilhier, 87130 Châteauneuf-la-Forêt

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.

French Lily

21, cours Bugeaud, 87000 Limoges

FREE(*under FRENCH LESSONS certain conditions)

Chez Amanda Depot Vente des Vêtements

SIRET: 510 995 681 00010

www.english-today.fr

Easyfrench

Retail & Commerce

www.housesoninternet.com

Stove Sellers www.stovesellers.com

See our Display Ad - pg 3

See our Display Ad - pg 8

Houses on Internet 05.55.65.12.19

Cendrillon - Bourganeuf Bilingual Estate Agent in Creuse

www.limousin-bilingual.com

05 55 54 95 85 - see pg 3

05.55.63.78.72

FABRICA

Everhot stoves supplied & installed across France

www.fabricadesign.com - see pg 5

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ADVERTORIAL

Advertising with The Bugle Satellite broadband solutions

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

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

Moulin de Tintin

Buggs Car Hire

www.moulin-de-tintin.com 05.55.79.57.60 - see pg 9

www.buggscarhire.com see pg 8

Eco Entrepot

ToftyTransport

Furniture, interiors & gifts

Get down The Shed

87230 Bussière-Poitevine

05.55.68.74.73 - see pg 4

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

All our spas are manufactured to the highest standards & have full manufacturers warranty. These spas have relatively low power requirements & are very economical. Prices start from €3,750. Models seat 2 to 7 people. For more information on our range check out our website:

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

Transport, Removals & Storage

Bergerac & Limoges Airports

LWB HITOP TRANSIT 10m3

+ BOX TRAILER 4.5m3 + CAR TRANSPORTER TRAILER FOR CARS, TRACTORS, MINI DIGGERS, DUMPERS, CARAVANS, BOATS UP TO 5 MTRS LOCAL OR LONG DISTANCE SPAIN/PORTUGAL/HOLLAND/GERMANY/UK

email: tofty55@hotmail.com

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

DSD Removals & Storage The Removal Experts France ↔ UK

• All risk insurance cover • Full and Part load specialists • Professional staff & modern vehicles • Every vehicle from a Luton van to a full removals lorry • Prices from £3.63 per sq ft

+44 (0)1274 724 545

info@dsdremovalsltd.com www.dsdremovalsltd.com facebook.com/DSDRemovals

MICHAELS MOVERS Removals

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

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

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

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

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

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

Man & Van Transport

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

05 55 33 21 59 87150 Oradour-sur-Vayres

www.frenchvanman.eu Siret 530 213 644 00012

LCS 23 Autos

European Vehicle Transport Visit: www.lcs23.com or see our ad - pg 15

Transition Removals (+33) 05 55 34 19 46

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

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

E.P.S.

www.newwave-energies.com

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

see main ad pg 2

www.chauffagebois-limousin.com 05 55 63 72 45 - see pg 21

Mob: 06 40 19 07 36 Tel: 09 86 27 14 14

Help at home

Your advert here

One off or regular service.

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

(+33) 07.61.21.85.15 Siret : 532 526 001 00013

Collections \ Deliveries \ Brico Runs Transport and Small Removals France - UK - Spain - NL Based Nr Aubusson, Dept. 23

05 55 83 02 77 \ 06 30 90 58 90 jonathanpiddock@orange.fr Siret No : 523 955 151 00015

For more information call:

07 81 31 45 47

Cash paid for scrap

www.themanwithavan.info vanrouge@mail.com

"Official Transporter of The Bugle"

Carrefour du Bois Limousin

We can help look after your house, garden and animals and even clean your house.

General

with 13.5 m3 Load capacity

Tel: 09 81 32 42 37

Email: info@easy-park-storage.com Web: www.easy-park-storage.com

The Man With A Van

MAN + VAN Peugeot Boxer

New Wave Energies

Easy Parking & Storage

05 55 41 17 76

sales@thebugle.eu 05 55 41 17 76

call the Mikes on 05 55 09 15 73

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

www.transitionremovals.com see main ad - pg 16

Sky box to receive Freesat then Sky have made some technical changes to the signal which may stop channels working. The solution is simple: buy a modern Freesat box. If you are having problems with UK TV, or even French TV then...

BABY/INFANT EQUIPMENT FOR HIRE

To raise funds for the SPA dog rescue centre in Guéret. High chair, buggy, travel cot (plus mattress/bedding), changing mat, etc. 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

All Limousin covered Anything considered Any quantity

Tel: 05 55 37 45 35 Mob: 06 74 21 47 71 siret 532 981 198 00015

Your advert here 05 55 41 17 76

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

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

“en suite” luxury apartment for a single person. The footprint starts at 5m x 4m and therefore really doesn’t take up much ground space. With two or three of these Micro cabins on show looking quite spectacular in the Hotel grounds, they will attract customers and provide you with some very good additional income. Very low maintenance and easy to clean makes it a breeze for either the user or the person responsible for caretaking. The Micro Cabins are just perfect to have as an additional bedroom for that sudden unexpected visitor requiring an overnight stay. Everything can be at the ready without having to disrupt any of the rooms in the main house. From €19,000 fully erected and insulated. Grill Cabins These are a perfect place to relax, have a small party or a family gettogether. A lovely Grill Cabin provides both a comfort and an exclusiveness to the environment. It can be painted in any desired colour and therefore perfectly fit your garden.

the additional board. The floor is easily assembled from separate components.

overall height including the roof is 2.1 or 2.4 m. Also, there are 2 layout options for this Sauna Barrel: with or without the terrace, which means a shorter or longer sauna room. From €4,500. Camping POD Try camping in a high quality Camping POD. This is the ideal choice for a camping place or additional room in the garden.

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

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

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

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

Holiday Deals We can offer you special deals (limited offer) on all of the above cabins and pods. Please contact us for a free quote. We offer a full service: delivery, erecting, base laying, turn key, etc.

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

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

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

www.abrisboislv.fr

05 87 77 95 57

(English spoken) ZA Sirvenon 87190 Magnac-Laval

Advertising in The Bugle Business Directory Advertising your business couldn’t be easier. Text only, boxed listings are available in our Business Directory from just €11.20/month. Alternatively, why not spotlight your business with an Advertorial, available from 1/6 Page (€50 HT) up to Full Page (€300 HT). Both Directory Adverts and Advertorials represent a cost effective way to put your brand in front of more than 30,000 pairs of eyes each month!!

For more information on any of our advertising options, please feel free to give us a call on 05 55 41 17 76 or send an email to sales@thebugle.eu

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Directory Advertising is available either in black and white or colour, and in either small (30 words max) or large (45 words max) format. Directory adverts may only contain text - no logos, images or artwork are allowed. The minimum contract length is 6 months. Advertising is payable on publication. All prices are HT.

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Tile Sheet Roof Cladding €14.90/m

Free delivery from 50m2. Std width 1.1m. Available in any bespoke length. Full range of flashing trims and fasteners. This elegant steel sheet looks great on new buildings and blends beautifully into older, culturally sensitive areas. It has many advantages: light in weight, fast and simple to fit. It comes in a range of colours for a roof that will be solid, attractive and long-lasting.

AbrisBois LV - ZA Sirvenon, 87190 Magnac-Laval

Tel: 05 87 77 95 57

Le Moulin du Breuil Restaurant, Bar, Terrasse

23140 PIONNAT

The restaurant will be closed from Wed 9th - Wed 16th September (inclusive) The bar will remain open. 'September Soirée' Saturday 19th September 3 courses - €19.50 - 7pm onwards Everyone welcome. Advance notice for 'Tous au Resto' (2 for 1 - buy one get one free) 16th - 25th October Join us on facebook: www.facebook.com/lemoulindubreuil and follow us on twitter: @lmdb_pionnat

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

RESTAURANT

AUX CEPES La Veytizou

On the main road (D979), Between Limoges & Eymoutiers ~~~~~~~~~ Sat 12th SEP - open mic night This is not karaoke it's great musicians coming to entertain us all, so if you play an instrument or sing, come and join the fun, if not just relax and enjoy the music. +++++++++++ Thu 17TH SEP - Curry & Quiz It's back!! Your brains should be nicely rested after the summer break, so bring your team for a fun night. +++++++++++ SAT 26TH SEP - MUSIC with JOHN MARTIN A great night out, keeping us entertained with his fantastic music will be everyone's favorite, JOHN MARTIN, with his wide range of songs from the 50's to the 80's. So enjoy listening whilst eating from the great buffet which includes a wide range of food catering for most tastes (including vegetarian dishes)

~~~~~~~~~ If you would like to book for any of these, or just come in for a "menu du jour" (just 13€) or a meal from our carte, give me a ring: 05 55 69 33 38 or email: susan.dorrington87@orange.fr

Très Jolie

Bugle Notice Board Roussis Maid

Find us at the following weekly markets: Piégut and Brantôme and at the following markets: Aigre - September 5th Confolens - September 26th Still selling cards and aprons made by ourselves. All enquires can be made via e-mail to: ellinghamroam764@yahoo.com

Le Champsac You are invited to a free introduction to "hypnotheraputic solutions" Matt Bradley will be at Le Champsac on 10 September, 10am til 12pm (along with a film crew) to explain the many health and lifestyle benefits, and to explain the amazing EMDR. Matt has used these techniques to help people lose weight with the virtual gastric band (have you got a few pounds you would like to lose?), give up smoking (want to give up that bad habit?), relieve stress (we all have our moments!) and even reduce pain (want to be able to be "drug free" to relieve those aches and pains ?) Matt has also been working closely with a local charity to help those suffering from cancer. Lunch will be available to purchase after the event. To find out more about Matt or to book for the event email: mbradleyhypnotherapy@gmail.com or give him a call: 06 04 43 09 81 Come and find out more, it's a FREE introduction. He has changed many peoples lives, he could change yours.

www.lechampsac.com lechampsac@orange.fr

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

05 87 77 95 59

info@monchiccottage.com www.monchiccottage.com

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

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

LCS23 Autos

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

www.lcs23.com

05 55 80 34 52 / 06 23 29 24 70

Petticoat Lane

This month we will be at the following markets: Saturday 5th September - Aigre Sunday 6th & 20th September – Panazol

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

Tel: 05 45 29 03 99

26, Ecurat 23150

Atelier d'Art du Jardin *NEW* Restaurant now open Lunchtimes: 12h-14h (by reservation) A la carte menu from €5.50-€12 Evenings: from 18h30 (by reservation) Menu (€25) or à la carte

JJ’s Café Bar

The tearoom remains open every weekend from 11h - 17h High Tea on the terrasse - €10 Sandwiches, cakes, cupcakes & scones...

Music Club

Parking available

Aigurande

Next event: 12th September, 8.30pm Mild Thai Beef Massaman Curry - €8 pp (by pre-order before 11th September) JJ's Music Club is for music lovers and is now a members only club with FREE MEMBERSHIP. This is to safeguard the respect of musicians and those who appreciate music. The first visit is open to non-members. It is easy to become a member, you just need to sign the membership form to agree to respect and adhere to the conditions of membership which will be explained on your first visit.

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

Mon Chic Cottage

Fashion Accessories Where to find me this month:

Tel: 02 54 06 30 77

Email: cafebarjj@yahoo.co.uk

Mandys-curry-2-go www.mandyscurry2go.com Dates for September Gouzon, Chilled orders only! 3.30pm, (place de l'Eglise) - Wednesday 2nd Boussac, (place de l'Hôtel de Ville) - Wednesday 2nd Aubusson, (place Maurice Dayras) - Thursday 3rd Le Grand-Bourg, (place du marché) - Friday 4th (5.45pm-7.15pm only) Marsac, (Chez Jacques) - Friday 4th (from 8.15pm) Bourganeuf, (place Martin Nadaud) - Wednesday 9th Peyrat-le-Château, (place du Champ de Foire) - Thursday 10th Dun-le-Palestel, (place du Champ de Foire) - Thursday 17th Sardent, (Auberge du lac, Masmangeas) - Friday 18th Due to the 1st Wednesday falling in the 2nd week of October, Gouzon & Boussac will be Wednesday 30th September Gouzon, Chilled orders only! 3.30pm, (place de l'Eglise) - Wednesday 30th Boussac, (place de l'Hôtel de Ville) - Wednesday 30th

Tel: 07 70 39 12 23

Email: mandyscurry2go@gmail.com

2km from Chénérailles & the Château Villemonteix tel: 05 55 81 31 85 email: ecurat123@hotmail.com www.atelierdartdujardin.net

Confolens English Market 4th Saturday of the month until October

Next Date: September 26th with a range of traders from the English speaking community. Open 9h-12h30 inside the main market hall in the centre of town. More traders are always welcome, please contact: mark.austin@orange.fr

Carraciola Sardo

Italian restaurant in St-Etienne-de-Fursac Fri 18th September - 8pm. Jazz à la Carte Join us for an evening of music and laughter with something for everyone. Jazz, Pop, Country, R&B, Swing and Latin. From Kate Bush and David Bowie to Billy Holiday and Frank Sinatra... plus a few surprises! Call for more information and reservations. We look forward to seeing you soon, Steve and Elena

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

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CLUBS, CHARITIES & ASSOCIATIONS du corps Yoga for all levels: Tue 18:30 Aubusson, Pied au plancher (Espace Philips); Wed 18:30 Vallière, salle polyvalante. Pregnancy/Post Natal: Tue 17:00 Aubusson, Pied au Plancher (Espace Philips) For further information tel 06 83 24 62 72 or visit www.spaequilibre. yolasite.com Chinese Gym & Karate Mondays & Thursdays 19h30-21h at the DOJO, Allée Jean-Marie Couturier, Aubusson. Warm and friendly atmosphere. For more info tel 06 08 92 30 53 Tai Chi at Boussac and La Châtre Tai Chi classes in Boussac (Tue 18.15 - 19.45) and La Châtre (Thu 18.15 19.45). The first two lessons are free, the subscriptions are 36 euros per month and members can go to both venues having paid this fee. The style is that of Yang. All ages and abilities welcome, but folk must bear in mind that they will be on their feet, doing the equivalent of what one might classify as light exercise, for about an hour and a half. For more information contact 05 55 65 08 20. Gym Bien-être Would you like to be more supple? Come to our gym class on Thursday mornings from 10.30am to 11.30am, where we do gentle exercises to help all our muscles and joints. The classes are held in Rochechouart in the Capitole building, upstairs. Our group is part of a National Federation of Gymnastics. For information contact Pauline at pauline. maskell@sfr.fr Learn to Meditate Learn to meditate and meet other likeminded people. Simple mindfulness technique. Dechen Choling, Le Mas Marvent, St-Yrieix-sous-Aixe, 87700. Also, ongoing regular group meetings and events. Contact tel Christina 05 55 03 82 01 www.dechencholing.org

Fitness & Fun Keepfit (Bonjour La Forme) Held at Saint-Sulpice-les-Champs in the Salle Polyvalente: Mon evening at 19.45-20.45 for cardiac and muscle exercises; Thurs afternoon at 15.00-

16.00 for gentle exersises. All are welcome to join us. Contact Jeanette 09 62 58 49 03 (Eng) or Catherine 05 55 66 67 30 (Fr) for more info. PENSOL Indoor Carpet Bowls We meet on Wednesdays at 2.30pm5.00pm. Come along for a fun afternoon, a warm welcome in a warm hall, refreshments and equipment provided. Ladies and Gents welcome. The venue is the salle polyvalente at PENSOL 87440 on the D67 between Marval and Dournazac, clearly indicated from the village, or from Piégut-Pluviers take the D91. Come and have a free trial, with our slightly smaller Bowls and 33` carpet. NO heavy lifting. Established club and club Leader. Registered and insured. Please phone Hilary for any enquiries on 09 72 23 13 20 or r.h.brayshaw@gmx. com Tai Chi, Pakua & Qigong Tai Chi, Pakua & Qigong classes organised by the ACAMIES (association culturelle d'arts martiaux internes et d'exercices de santé). Wed: Jarnages, 18h30-20h, Salle Polyvalente. Thu: Bétête, 19h-20h30, Domaine de Tournessac. Individual classes, courses, massage & treatments also available. Contact: 06 48 00 02 07 http://acamies.e-monsite.com Keep Fit Amazing abs, breathtaking buttocks! Come and join our group at the CAPE in Pontarion. We are all ages, all sizes, men & women, but are serious about keeping fit. Our “monitrice” is English and will happily provide bilingual instructions. We meet every Thursday at 8p.m. in Pontarion Town Hall, for a one-hour workout. Come for a free trial, or call 05 55 64 98 87 or 06 32 42 95 68 for more details. Indoor Bowling at Oradour-surVayres If you already play or have never tried indoor bowling then come along to a meeting. It's great fun and easy to play. If you have never played it before we will show you how. We meet every Monday evening starting at 18.30 hrs at La Chapelle, avenue des Chapelles, 87150 Oradour-sur-Vayres. Come and try it - it's free. If you require further information or directions to our venue please contact me - Email: OradourBowling@gmx.com or telephone: 05 55 08 41 75 Zumba! Regular zumba classes across depts 36, 18 & northern 23. For more info tel 06 58 37 17 04 - email evezumba36@ gmail.com and for details of classes visit www.zumbazumba.fr Indoor Short-mat Bowling at Cussac 87150....and now Outdoor too! As the premier bowls club in the HauteVienne, we are going from strength to strength with members seeking us out and travelling great distances to continue their love of bowls or simply to 'try us out'. Our reputation as a "very friendly and welcoming club" goes before us. If you've never tried the game, just come along and take a look; there is far more to it than first appears! We are a formally registered association within the French system and benefit from assistance from our local commune by use of a wonderful indoor venue. AND NOW...the use of a synthetic outdoor court where Flat-green, Crown and Short-mat can be played. Just imagine the summer evenings with a drink in your hand, watching fellow bowlers enjoying the quiet of village, interrupted only by the 'click' or 'tunk' of bowl against bowl! Our regular sessions indoors are Wednesday evening at 8pm and Thursday Mornings at 10am. Outdoor sessions will be arranged as the spring arrives so keep in touch. Serious bowlers and beginners are welcome - club bowls are available for use. For further information contact cussacbowls-club@live.co.uk or telephone 05 45 29 05 73. Association Equilibre, le mouvement

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Charities Phoenix Association Phoenix Association is a registered charity that has existed since 2001 to deal with the sad plight of the everincreasing number of abused and abandoned animals in France. Phoenix does not have a 'rescue centre' as such. Sadly, many of the animals it saves have only ever known confinement and isolation, so instead, the animals are placed in foster homes all over SouthWest France while they wait for their loving and permanent forever homes. This gives Phoenix a better chance of assessing the animal in the normality and comfort of a home which leads to the virtually 100% successful adoption rate. Phoenix is not state funded and so relies on fund-raising and donations to cover the very high re-homing and veterinary costs. Phoenix is formed of a committed but fun and positive team of volunteers, and is always on the lookout for more, so if you are interested in adopting an animal, foster caring or becoming a Member, please visit the Contact page of the website at www. phoenixasso.com and www.facebook. com/PhoenixAssociationFrance Church Notices Anglican Holy Communion Services are now being conducted by Rev Robert Leone at 2:30 pm on the 1st Sunday of each month at the French Protestant Church, Place du Temple, Thiat (87) near Le Dorat (87) and Montmorillon (86) until the Anglican church is ready for use. For more information email: revrobertleone@gmail.com Monthly Worship in English If your journey of life has brought you here to France, why neglect your journey of faith? We look forward to giving a warm welcome to everyone from whatever Christian tradition (or none) on the 3rd SUNDAY of the MONTH at 3pm. Where? At the Temple in Thiat (in the north of the Haute-Vienne) – we are part of the Parish of the Basse-Marche of the Eglise Protestante Unie de France. The Temple is on the main road close to the Mairie. After worship there is tea/ coffee and cake – and a chance to chat. If you want to know more contact Rev Derek Lawson on 05 55 68 53 03 or Rev Stephen Sawyer on 05 49 84 33 86. English-speaking church services Guéret Come as you are... This is an invitation to join us at our CHURCH SERVICE IN ENGLISH. Whether you have a faith or would just like to attend a church service you are welcome at 3pm on the 2nd Sunday of each month at the Eglise Evangélique, 9b Place Bonnyaud, Guéret, 23000. We welcome all who want to join a group of English-speaking Christians for a time of worship and learning together. Children are very welcome. For more details contact Jim & Pat Scott on 05 55 67 54 78 / email scott.james@neuf.fr or Ian & Becky Jefferies on 05 55 61 10 23 / email mail@otiumsanctus.com Christians together in Limousin La Souterraine Area We hold a time of fellowship and Bible study every Tuesday afternoon. Barbara and Cedric look forward to welcoming you. Tel: 05 55 71 09 04 The International Free Church in Creuse The church presently meets at 10, La Chaudronnière, a small hamlet mid-way between Crozant and Eguzon. Sunday worship meetings are held on the first and third Sundays of the month at 10.30am. Fellowship meetings, for midweek prayer, bible study and discussion are at the same venue every Thursday at 7.30pm. For further information contact Eric Sutton tel 05 55 89 26 62

Gardening Les petits jardiniers du Limousin http://jardiniers-du-limousin.webs.com Do you have a love of gardening and a desire to learn more about growing plants, flowers, fruit, vegetables and trees in this region? If you do, then come and join our friendly group to meet likeminded people. With a different topic or visit each month there's something for everyone. We meet on the third Thursday of each month (excluding February) in the Mairie at St-Amand-lePetit (between Eymoutiers and Peyratle-Château). Meetings start at 2.30pm and everyone is made very welcome. For more information contact Carolyn at carolyn@cnlees.eu or Gerda at g_ hoogenboom@yahoo.ca Agenda for 2015: 6 Sep (SUN) 3rd Annual Show at StAmand-le-Petit; 15 Oct AGM followed by 'Preparing the garden for winter'; 19 Nov Slide show presentation by Michel Peyrat; 17 Dec Gardeners' Question Time and Christmas Party. All meetings (unless stated otherwise) are held on the third Thursday of the month. Meetings start at 2.30pm and are held in the Mairie, St-Amand-le-Petit. Starting times and venues of visits tba. Club Liseron – Gardening Club Meets on the 2nd Mon evening of the month at 19.30 at the Salle des Fêtes in Massignac. We're a mixed bunch of English & French, who are united by a passion for gardens and gardening, sharing plants, seeds and information. This year the President is Véronique Granet and the Vice President is Michelle Pierce. For further information contact Michelle on 05 45 89 36 54 / unjardinenfrance@gmail.com Aux Plantes, etc. We are an association of independent, ethically-minded and passionate plant producers. Our aim is to encourage consumers to know more about the plants they buy, how they were produced and their needs, thereby avoiding the disappointments that so often come with mass produced plants. It’s not just about us selling you plants - we want them to thrive and do well for you!

Current members include plantspeople specialising in unusual shrubs & trees, butterfly plants, heritage vegetables and flowers, irises, perennials and droughttolerant plants. For more info contact Michelle Pierce 05 45 89 36 54 or visit: www.auxplantesetc.jimdo.com Les Jardins de Sirius Based in Pressignac, Charente, we are a small association of people who are keen on gardening. As well as finding plants an endless source of interest, we believe that the simple fact of gardening has numerous positive benefits for health, stress, social interaction - in other words, our daily lives - and we’d like to encourage this aspect. We run flower workshops on the first Saturday afternoon of the month. If you’d like to get involved, have more info on the association or become a member, please contact Michelle Pierce on 05 45 89 36 54 or at unjardinenfrance@gmail.com Integration French Conversation Group at Les Billanges (87340) We are a small group who meet fortnightly for an hour and a half on a Tuesday evening in Les Billanges, 87340, close to the Creuse/Haute-Vienne border. We are accompanied by a retired French schoolteacher and a current French teacher of English. Discussion is informal, loosely based on everyday topics, including some grammar plus general discussion. We need a few more people to help keep it vibrant and to cater for inevitable absences. The only cost is 16€ a year membership of the local Association, which brings with it other social opportunities. At present we are on a summer break but will recommence sometime in September. To find out more please contact Peter Metcalfe at petergmet@gmail.com Familles Rurales in Peyrat-le-Château Association Familles Rurales now offer assistance in English and Dutch to all non-French speaking people (British, Dutch, German, etc.) concerning all kinds of administrative steps. The service is available in Peyrat-le-Château and surrounding communes. We will try to provide information and help you find your way in social and administrative matters. We will also do our best to help you with practical matters such as language problems, payment of bills, hiring workmen, etc. Find Heleen Tichler-Botermans at the AFR office in Peyrat-le-Château on Mondays from 9 am to 12 pm and Wednesdays from 9 am to 1 pm. You are welcome to drop in or make an appointment. www.famillesrurales.org/peyrat-lechateau E-mail: familles-rurales.infopeyrat@ orange.fr Telephone: 06 41 20 06 83 Office address: 19 avenue de la Tour, 87470 Peyrat-le-Château International Apero Reseau We are a group of French and English people who meet each Saturday from 11.30am-1pm at Les Picards Restaurant (formerly Bailey’s), 5 rue de l’Abreuvoir, Aubusson. These meetings offer the opportunity to: exchange views - make new friends - share experiences - have fun together - help and advise one another - help intergrate newcomers. Discussions in English (all nationalities welcome). For more information please contact Catherine 06 86 17 80 88, Francois 07 86 29 97 98, Olivia 05 55 83 30 82 or jan.senior@yahoo.co.uk. English and French spoken. Learning Together – Apprenons Ensemble

We are a friendly club based in Rochechouart and our aim is to promote good relations amongst the local French-speaking and Englishspeaking community. We offer courses of tuition in English and French as well as organising social and cultural events including visits to places of interest. For further information please visit our website www.learningtogether. moonfruit.com, email us at learningtogether87@gmail.com or telephone our President Sue Ratcliffe on 05 45 31 50 86. We look forward to hearing from you. The Melting Pot Members of the Ambassador's Club of the Welcome en Limousin Association. We are a group of around 70 members, both French and British, who meet with the aim of sharing things and trying to integrate with the French community. We meet every week at the Ancienne Ecole in Darnac, on a Wednesday morning from 10am - 12noon, except for the first Wednesday, when we meet in the evening at 8pm. We hold information meetings, plant swaps, BBQ's, games nights, visits and have guest speakers about topics relevant to living in France. Contact: www.meltingpot-limousin.com Charente Limousine Exchange The Charente-Limousine-Exchange (CLE), founded in 2003, aims to improve the provision of French language courses and to share experiences and skills among members who live in Charente, Vienne and Haute-Vienne. CLE provides information to members living and/ or working in France and works with local communities and organisations to tackle practical issues through forums and workshops, as well as organising a wide range of cultural and social events throughout the year. The recent launch of English lessons has been well attended by Confolentais. If you would like to know more about this group of volunteers, please look on our new website www.charente-limousineexchange.com or contact the Chairman, Barry Leech, on 06 35 96 77 46. Libraries & Books Sale of Second-hand Books, La Croisille-sur-Briance On the 18th of every month, during the monthly market at La Croisillesur-Briance (87130), there is a sale of second-hand books (both English and French) from 9am to 12 noon, at the former restaurant in La Place, opposite the bar/tabac. All proceeds go towards the local school funds (for La Croisillesur-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 homemade cakes. There is also a regularly changing display of works by local artists and an interesting brocante area on the ground floor. The Library offers classes in French for English speakers with a professional teacher and also organises Anglo-French conversation groups in association with the Municipal Library in La Souterraine. There are also a number of thriving special interest groups, such as the Gardening Group, Camera Club, Friendship Group, etc. We also provide support & assistance in bureaucratic and administrative matters for both existing British residents as well as newcomers to the area. Whatever your interests don’t hesitate to pay us a visit

DO YOU NEED TO BRUSH UP YOUR FRENCH? Living in France is great, but how much more rich an experience if we could communicate in French easily and without hestitation. Help is at hand in St-Yrieix-la-Perche (87) where the association Familles Rurales 2 has an honorable history of organising weekly courses in French for foreigners (mainly English and Dutch) living in the area. They are held at five different levels, all with the same native French teacher, so it is easy to move from one class to another if you feel out of place. The course content is conceived according to level, with its appropriate mix of conversation, grammar, etc. All courses are held in Familles Rurales' premises at 1 rue de la Piscine (former swimming pool), 87500 St-Yrieix-la-Perche on the following days: Level 1 (beginners) - Mondays 10h30-12h starting August 31st Level 2 - Thursdays 10h30-12h starting September 3rd Level 3 - Tuesdays 10h30-12h starting September 1st Level 4 - Saturdays 10h-12h starting September 5th Level 5 (top) - Wednesdays 14h30-16h30 starting September 2nd The association's HQ tel 05 55 09 30 86, or Mark GRIEVES (English-speaking president) tel 06 76 64 89 94 will be pleased to answer any questions you may have.

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and you will be made most welcome. We are open from 09.30 until 12.30, Mon, Thu, Fri & Sat. For more info tel 05 55 89 57 62 during opening hours or visit www. englishlibrary.fr The English Library, Dun-le-Palestel The English Library, which has now been established for over 5 yrs, is situated in the Route des Rateries, beside the Bibliothèque Municipale, Parc Benjamin Bord. The library is a very welcoming meeting place, where you can come and enjoy a cup of tea, or coffee, whilst you browse through our collection of around 7,500 books, DVDs and talking books. Our opening hours are Thursdays, 10h00 – 16h00 and Saturdays 10h00 – 12h30. Also, on the first Tuesday of every month, 10h00 – 12h00, you are invited to join us for our Club Franglais, which welcomes people from all nationalities, to chat in French, English or any language you wish(!) whilst enjoying a cup of tea, and a piece of homemade cake. We host a range of other activities too, including the Café Philo, and Club Scrabble, More information can be found on the Entente Cordiale website at www. ententecordiale-creuse.org or email us at library.ententecordiale@yahoo.com Music Music Club Boussac The venue of the Club de Musique & Music in Boussac "open mic" night has changed. We welcome musicians of all levels and styles, spectators and all music lovers to join us for an evening of musical entertainment and fun at L'Origan restaurant, 34 rue Vincent, Boussac 23600 from 20h until midnight on the last Saturday of each month. Upcoming events: 30 May, 27 June, 25 July, 29 Aug, 26 Sept, 31 Oct, 28 Nov, 19 Dec. A PA system will be available. For only 8€ Christophe, the chef and proprietor, will be offering a special formule of Fish & Chips or a small pizza of choice from a Reine, Campagnarde, 4 fromages or Creusoise plus a drink. His normal extensive menu is also available. Food will be served until 22h. For more info please email Dave and Bev at gemsandcrystalsmail@gmail.com or phone 05 55 65 19 24 or Rosie and Mervyn 05 55 65 70 06 mervynjw@aol.com. We look forward to greeting you all at this new venue. Open Mic Night If you like music and have ever fancied getting up and having a go, why not come along to our Open Mic Night at “Le Loch Ness” in La Souterraine town centre every Friday around 8.30pm. L'Orchestre Philharmonique de La Souterraine If you or one of your family are interested in playing in an orchestra and think your standard might be adequate do get in contact with us. We meet weekly on Friday evenings in La Souterraine (apart from the summer holidays) to rehearse. Most of our concerts are around Xmas or May-July. Our members come from all over Limousin so lifts to and fro may be possible if necessary. Contacts: French language Marie-France Martinie 05 55 30 76 23 / English language Alan Kerr 05 55 56 34 52 The Harmonics This is our 6th season of singing as a group. Our music is varied classical, madrigals, spiritual, songs from the shows etc and we sing in French, English, Swahili, Latin whatever the music demands. Our concerts are in support of a variety of charities including the British Legion, L'Oregon at Civray and Retina and thus non profit making. We meet Wed 14h – 16h in the

Cancer Support France - Haute-Vienne Cancer Support France Haute-Vienne wish to say a huge thank you to Harry at Harry's Bar Route 66, Bussière-Poitevine and to Jack Law for the most wonderful Rock Concert earlier this month raising money for CSF Haute-Vienne. Despite the weather it was a great evening and people were incredibly generous in their giving. The donation will be put towards the running costs of our association which are mainly training new Active Listeners and ongoing training for current ALs. CSF H-V supports English speakers affected by cancer, whether they are the sufferer or the carer. We offer a confidential listening service mainly on the telephone and currently are supporting fifteen clients. We also offer translation help when visiting the doctor, the oncologist or the hospital. If you know anyone who could benefit from our help please pass them our helpline number 06 04 43 39 87. It is important that the person who needs our support contacts us directly. Or if you would like to get involved please contact us. CSF H-V is helping people in the Haute-Vienne, Creuse, Corrèze and Indre. We also support people in bereavement when they have lost someone to cancer. Look out for posters locally in the Haute-Vienne for Awareness Week which runs from 21-26 September to coincide with the Macmillan's Biggest Coffee Morning event in the UK. This is not for fund-raising, it is to let people know we are there for when they need us. If you would like more information about events or publicity for an event please phone 05 55 00 31 15. Thank you again Harry and Jack and to all the people who came along. Sue Ware, President Salle d'Annexe behind the Mairie in Civray. Interested? We'd love to see you so contact: David Lee tel 05 49 87 53 93 email dave. lee@cegetel.net or Dolly Ait Boualou email sylvia.murray@wanadoo.fr Support Alcoholics Anonymous If you or someone you know has a drinking problem, there are now English-speaking meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous at Limoges, Périgueux and the recently opened meeting at Civray. Alcoholics Anonymous is a Fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. There are no dues or fees for A.A. membership and A.A. is not allied with any sect, denomination, politics, organization or institution. Our primary purpose is to stay sober and help other alcoholics to achieve sobriety. For details of the meetings or other information contact Roger 05 55 76 22 65 (Limoges), Ewen 05 53 05 76 62 (Périgueux) or Angela 05 49 87 79 09 (Civray). Other meetings in South-West France can be located on our web-site at aafrancesud-ouest. com English-speaking council surgery ...for residents of the commune of St-LégerMagnazeix. Every 2nd Weds in the month, an English-speaking council surgery with councillors Manuela Stroescu and Patrick Johnson will take place at the Mairie between 11am and 12pm. Cancer Support France, Charente Plus Offers free and confidential support to English speakers affected by cancer in departments 16, 17 & 86. Our helpline number is 06 45 35 32 30. If you need any more information, please get in touch via csf. charenteplus@gmail.com Cancer Support France, Haute-Vienne (supporting Creuse, too) We offer free and confidential support to English speakers affected by Cancer in the Haute-Vienne (87) and Creuse (23). Our helpline number is 06 04 43 39 87. If you

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would like more information or would like to become a member or help in any other way, please contact Sue Ware 05 55 00 31 15, csfhv@frangle.fr Elizabeth Finn Care Registered charity Elizabeth Finn Care is able to offer direct financial assistance to British and Irish nationals or residents who live overseas. We ensure that our help does not affect any means-tested payments. For more information contact: Mary Hughes - Case worker France, Elizabeth Finn Care - tel 04 68 23 43 79 or visit www. elizabethfinncare.org.uk and www.turn2us. org.uk L’Association France Alzheimer Dordogne Charitable organisation offering Englishspeaking support and guidance to anyone dealing with the day-to-day difficulties affecting those with dementia, their families and their carers and assistance with how to access the best provisions of care. English Helpline (available on Tuesday mornings between 10am and midday): 09 64 21 40 86. For more information email alzheimer. dordogne@orange.fr or visit www. francealzheimer-dordogne.org

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Calling all English speakers On Friday 25th September at 4:30 pm the Jules Marouzeau collège, 25 avenue de la Senatorerie in Guéret is celebrating European Language Day. They are opening their doors to guests for 'tea and cakes', conversation and entertainment (by the students!) We would like as many people as possible to come along - the students really value the opportunity to speak with native English speakers. It is also an opportunity to see the inside of a French collège. I hope as many of you as possible will be able to accept this invitation and 'pop along'. If you are interested in attending - please send an email to Anne Newcombe (annenewcombe1@gmail.com) to book a place or ask any further questions.

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

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SEARCHWORDOKU © - by Anthony Parson Complete the alphabetical Sudoku grid to the left using only the letters already shown, then use the result wordsearch grid to find: A musical instrument

How does it work...? Complete the Sudoku grid in the usual manner, using only the 9 letters already shown. Once complete, you will be left with a 9x9 wordsearch grid, in which to find the final piece of the puzzle. See the completed example to the right, the clue for which is "An English county". Be careful not to jump to conclusions, as with the letters available, the answer could be SURREY, SUSSEX, ESSEX, or as it turns out in this case... SOMERSET.

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SUDOKU - EASY

SUDOKU - MEDIUM

SUDOKU - HARD

The solutions to this month’s sudokus can be found on page 28

Ensemble Beatus - rediscovering medieval music

he Ensemble Beatus will be performing a series of free lunchtime concerts at 4 different locations in Limoges this month, as well as two evening concerts at the Espace C.I.T.E., offering audiences music from the Middle Ages from the Limousin, Japan, Lebanon and Tunisia (see page 31 for more information). The Bugle has interviewed the Ensemble's musical director, Jean-Paul Rigaud, to find out more about the programme's highlights and the relevance of medieval music today. Why do you sing medieval music? Because this music is too little known. It's a musical heritage that is very rich, yet remains untapped. All music has evolved from it. The beginning of rhythm comes from the Notre Dame School of Polyphony (13th century). If we take, for example, baroque music, which has exploded in popularity in recent years and has become well-known, it is actually an elitist music that was only played in the courts of the day. And the Baroque period is much shorter (16th to 17th century), while medieval music was created over a much longer period, lasting about 1,000 years. There is an incomparable richness. What relevance does it have today? The same as all music... we want to share this type of music with the public,

to help them discover its hidden treasures. The music of the Middle Ages was circulating more in popular circles, it is music that is open to everyone. And with the Troubadours we see the beginning of secular music. Is this music from the Limousin? Not exclusively. But in the 11th century, the Limousin was part of a great centre of creation. Musical influences spread from here and the Limousin was a creative hub for the whole of Europe. It's very exciting to be able to tap into musical heritage in search of unknown manuscripts just waiting to be found. What does this type of music have to do with Japan? One of the characteristics of medieval music is its oral traditions. What is fascinating about Japan is that this oral tradition has remained unbroken. For a long time in the West, medieval music was not sung at all. It was only rediscovered in the 19th century after a long break. We have created music schools where music is written down and students learn it. In Japan, the tradition of music being passed down from master to student is still practised and considered very important. What are the highlights for this year? Our 2 evening concerts, in particular

“L’Orient des Troubadours” on Saturday 19th September at 20:30 with Beatus and the violinist Jasser Haj Youssef, who has played his viola d'amore on some of the biggest stages (Théâtre de la Ville de Paris, Salle Gaveau). And of course the concert on Wednesday 23rd September at the Musée des Beaux Arts with Mieko

Miyazaki. Another highlight should be the concert at the St-Michel-des-Lions church on Thursday 24th September with Iranian singer Taghi Akbari (who recently performed at the Festival de Radio France in Montpellier), a cross between the poetry of Hildegard von Bingen and the Sufi poet Rumi. ■

For the full programme visit: www.culture-en-limousin.fr/Programmation-Ensemble-Beatus-2015-2016

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Sun 6th Sep JARNAGES Patate en fête

11th edition of this potato festival: 100 varieties of potato on display, produce market, vide-greniers & brocante. 15,000 visitors last year! From 6am. Sun 6th Sep SAINT-AMAND-LE-PETIT 3rd Annual Flower, Fruit and Vegetable Show 3rd Annual Flower, Fruit and Vegetable Show organised by the Association des Petits Jardiniers du Limousin at the Mairie in St-Amand-le-Petit (between Eymoutiers and Peyrat-le-Château). Admire the magnificent displays, or even enter a class yourself. Classes include flower, fruit and vegetables, as well as photography and sweet and savoury conserves. There will also be craft stalls and a raffle. Doors open to the public at 2 pm and entrance is free. Come and share an enjoyable and relaxing afternoon with us, with a glass of wine and a slice or two of home-made gâteau. For further information and class entry details contact carolyn@cnlees.eu Fri 11th to Sun 13th Sep GUÉRET Forêt Follies Popular event, attracting 16,000 visitors in 2014, which focuses our attention on sustainable development, set in the middle of 2,000 hectares of forest in which a village is created for the occasion. There is entertainment day and night: artisanal crafts & produce, conferences, workshops, games, play areas, food & drink, VTT, walking, etc. Fri 11th & Sat 12th (9h - midnight), Sun 13th (8h - 19h) Forêt de Chabrières on the route de Bourganeuf. Free for Under 4s. 5 - 12 yrs: €4 1 day or €7 for the weekend (2 or 3 days). 13+: €6 1 day & €10 for the weekend (2 or 3 days) For more information visit: www.foretfollies.com/ Sat 12th to Sun 13th Sep SAINT-JUNIEN Légend'Air en Limousin 50 aircraft on display at the Saint-Junien aerodrome for this year's edition of this popular Limousin air show. Free entry both days. For more information visit: http://legendairenlimousin. blogspot.fr/ Sat 19th to Thu 24th Sep LIMOGES Concerts with Ensemble Beatus The Ensemble Beatus, under the direction of Jean-Paul Rigaud, invite you to a series of lunchtime concerts at 4 different locations in Limoges. The programme, entitled "Les racines de l'art lyrique" offers the audience music from the Middle Ages from the Limousin, Japan, Lebanon and Tunisia. Concerts (lasting approx 40 mins) take place at 12h30 at the following locations and entry is free (reservation recommended): Mon 21st - Eglise Saint Marie Tue 22nd - Espace C.I.T.E. Wed 23rd - Musée des Beaux-Arts Thu 24th - Eglise Saint Michel des Lions There are also 2 evening concerts at 20h30 at the Espace C.I.T.E. on Sat 19th and Sun 20th September - Tickets €8 (Concessions €5) For more information and reservations call 06 15 70 08 99 or visit https://soundcloud.com/beatus-3 Sat 19th to Sun 20th Sep PLEUVILLE Pleuvill'Art Exhibition The third Pleuvill'Art exhibition takes place in the barn of the

Château de Pleuville, in Pleuville, 16490, on the weekend of 19 & 20 September, 14h-18h, with the support of the Pause Café de Pleuville. It is a part of the European Heritage Days events for 2015. 15 artists and artisans will be presenting their work, with demonstrations, some old faces, some new friends, and will be happy to talk about what they do. Come along and meet them. Verre d'amitié offered at the end of the afternoon. Sat 19th Sep SAINT-GILLES Choral Concert On Saturday 19th September, at 16h, La Voie Mélodieuse Ensemble Vocal will present a varied programme of choral music in the Church of Saint-Gilles, 36170. Included will be items by Bach, Byrd, Saint-Saens and Lauridsen, as well as traditional songs and spirituals from around the world. The programme will conclude with a selection of jazz standards including “It’s Only a Paper Moon”, and “And So It Goes” by Billy Joel. La Voie Mélodieuse was formed in January 2012 by a group of experienced Dutch and English choral singers, looking for the opportunity to sing a wide variety of challenging choral music. The group now numbers 11 singers - 2 French, 2 Dutch and 7 English. Since their first concert at the Parc des Parelles in March 2013, the ensemble has performed at many venues throughout Creuse and Indre, including a very successful ‘Concert'off’ at the Festival de la Voix in Châteauroux. Entry to the concert in Saint-Gilles is free, with a retiring collection to cover expenses. This will be a wonderful opportunity to enjoy quality choral singing in a new venue. Venez nombreux! www.lavoiemelodieuse.com Sun 20th Sep CROZON-SUR-VAUVRE Concert by Les voix de la Roche male choir Formed in 2009 by Belgian cellist Nele Van der Meer, the choir “Les Voix de la Roche” performs Basque, Corsican & Russian songs (and more) in their original language. Nowadays the choir consists of sixteen singers. All amateurs with a very good ear, the singers reach up to a semi-professional level of male choral singing. Two years ago they toured Poland and this year they were invited to perform several concerts at the Bath Fringe Festival. With the greatest pleasure and enthusiasm “Les Voix de la Roche” present their programme in the churches of the Berry and the Limousin. The concert on 20th September takes place in the church of Crozon-sur-Vauvre at 4 pm as part of the European Heritage Days and is a collaboration between the Association Musique en Verdure and the commune of Crozon-sur-Vauvre. Entry is free, with a voluntary donation after the concert; a ‘pot d’amitié’ will be offered by the commune of Crozonsur-Vauvre. Information: Musique en Verdure, Robert Drabbe, T: 02 54 30 70 50. Thu 24th Sep LA SOUTERRAINE The World's Biggest Coffee Morning In aid of MacMillan Cancer Support and hosted by the Library and Information Centre in La Souterraine. 9h30-12h30. With home-made cakes and a warm friendly atmosphere. Everyone welcome. All monies collected go to the charity.

Sun 27th Sep LES GRANDS-CHÉZEAUX Gospel Choir Concert Concert by the Castel Gospel Choir of traditional and modern gospel songs and spirituals plus a number of popular songs, including Gloria Alleluia, When the saints, and All you need is love. In addition to being renowned for its vocal sound and music, the Castel Gospel Choir is also well-known for the outstanding musicians that accompany the choir. Fanny Pivoteau directs the choir from the piano and Jeremy Lourreiro is on Drums and Percussion. Please join us on Sunday 27th September at 4.30 pm in the church of Les Grands-Chézeaux (A20 motorway, exit 21). The concert will start at 5 pm sharp. Information and bookings: Ticket price: €7. Free for Under 18s. Early bookings by phone (05 55 76 70 15) or by email: cazalibus@orange.fr www.cazalibus.jimdo.com Thu 22nd to Sat 24th Oct LA SOUTERRAINE CastawaysDrama: The Late Edwina Black A Victorian drama in 3 acts, presented by CastawaysDrama and directed by Margau Wright. The wealthy Edwina Black has died leaving her husband, companion and housekeeper. On the morning of her funeral, the Inspector calls and reveals that Edwina has died of poisoning... Join us in the intimacy of Edwina’s parlour for an evening of engrossing entertainment accompanied by beautiful music. 7:30 pm. L'Ancienne Mairie, place Dr Emile Parrain. Bar from 7 pm. Parking. Disabled access. Tickets €10 by tel 07 80 54 03 92, email info@ castawaysdrama.org, web www.castawaysdrama.org, or at La Souterraine Tourist Office.

The Journées européennes du patrimoine (European Heritage Days) take place this month on 19th and 20th September. This is a popular event throughout France, which sees many state buildings and museums open their doors to visitors. There is not enough space in these pages to list everything going on so pop down to your local tourist office or visit:

http://www.journeesdupatrimoine.culture.fr/ to find out what is happening in your area.

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