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October 2009: Limoges…
2010 Region

October 2009: Limoges…

Mark Johnson March 9, 2010

On this trip I had driven down a few days ahead of the family (reduced by one due to no half terms at university) and picked them up from Limoges … Read More

October 2009: Stroll in the countryside
2009 Region

October 2009: Stroll in the countryside

Mark Johnson October 9, 2009

Late one afternoon we strolled around the local lanes enjoying some Autumn sunshine along with the local beef cows.  They certainly look happy and contented, unlike our local UK cows that … Read More

Domme
2009 Region

Domme

Mark Johnson September 20, 2009

By Peter….. We have been South to Salat on previous visits, but it is only a few kilometres further to get to the mediaeval city of Domme, perched high on … Read More

Segur Le Chateau
2009 Region

Segur Le Chateau

Mark Johnson August 8, 2009

We paid two visits to the market and BBQ at Segur this year and it continues to be a great evening out. For some reason it always threatens to rain … Read More

Perigueux
2009 Region

Perigueux

Mark Johnson August 8, 2009

Over the last 4 years visitis to Perigueux were made to visit Brico Depot and other stores looking for materials, tools or furniture. We only explored the old town for … Read More

Recycling….. Citroen style
2008 Region

Recycling….. Citroen style

Mark Johnson November 19, 2008

The French aren’t always known for their recycling (although probably ahead of the UK!) but on occasions you do see wonderful examples of ingenuity. One prime example is not far … Read More

Segur Le Chateau
2008 Region

Segur Le Chateau

Mark Johnson August 17, 2008

From Gabor:   After Pompadour, we drove to Segur le Chateau.  As we were going to Pompadour we met the Dutch neighbour who told us we must visit.  He was … Read More

Pompadour
2008 Region

Pompadour

Mark Johnson August 17, 2008

From Gabor:   Our last day was pretty grotty, weather-wise.  However, the sun came out at about 4.30 pm and so we went to Pompadour.  This beautiful small town is … Read More

Lac de Rouffiac
2008 Region

Lac de Rouffiac

Mark Johnson August 16, 2008

From Gabor:   Not far away is Lac de Rouffiac, a water-base adventure playground.  As well as a plage, about 200 metres of real sand, it offers a large lake … Read More

a walk in the woods
2008 Region

a walk in the woods

Mark Johnson August 13, 2008

From Gabor:   The Dutch neighbours own a large area of woodland running down to the river at the bottom of the valley. A walk in these woods is a … Read More

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