FOR her latest book Susie Kelly takes to her bike to follow the route taken by Marie-Antoinette and Louis XVI when they tried to escape... Read more →
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Forest fire warning for the Dordogne
RESIDENTS of the Dordogne are being warned about the risk of forest fires with four fires reported just yesterday (March 24). The Sud Ouest newspaper... Read more →
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Keep an eye out for ticks
I HAVE just got back in from a walk with the dog and picked three ticks off her coat, and will be keeping me eyes... Read more →
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Septic tank changes for property sales in France
SINCE the turn of the year a report on the condition of a property's septic tank, if it has one, has been necessary before a... Read more →
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Fighting shale gas plans in the Lot
OPPOSITION is growing against plans to begin exploratory operations for shale gas (gaz de schiste) in the Lot region of south west France. Websites Say... Read more →
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Where are the nuclear power stations in France?
THE distressing news from Japan about the dangerous levels of radiation from its stricken nuclear reactors has seen questions asked of France's own nuclear industry.... Read more →
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Le Cuvage project turns into a grand design
OUR journey continues with Le Cuvage. This pressoir, or wine-making barn was very large, and superbly situated with amazing panoramic views across open farmland and... Read more →
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Compare French petrol prices on the web
I HAVE written about it in the past but if you want to check the price of petrol then drop in on the Prix des... Read more →
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Find private property sales in France
ONE of the most popular magazines in France for the private sale of homes and property is De Particulier à Particulier. It provides a range... Read more →
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Advice on buying or selling property by Notaires de France
A HELPFUL guide is available on the Notaires de France website providing information on buying or selling a property. In it you will find out... Read more →
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