Discussions

Researching for a friend. Does anybody know anything about panning for gold in France please? Particularly with regard to best locations and regulations, if any.

Hi, Can anyone please tell me if there are any cycling clubs locally, I'm in Esse, just outside Confolens. Thanks Laura 

Hi.Does anyone know if the Candlelight evening os on tonight in Talmont??Are there any Fireworks or special celebrations?Thanks.KMH.

We are planning on moving to the Charente this year, as soon as our house is sold, and are wondering ...1) If there are any soul discos in the area, and 2) if not, how much interest would there be if I started one (once lockdown is out of the way)

has anyone caught sea bass on the mainland either side of la rochelle? I have tried from the Ile de Re where there are certainly bass to be had but I wondered if there was anywhere nearer without having to cross the bridge

Hi does any body know of a book swap/ free library near to Mirambeau or Jonsac area?. As have run out of reading material. Usually get from UK, but not been back since Dec. Many thanks.

Hello everyoneDoes anyone know of a choir? - I can’t read music- and I don’t have a marvellous voice either, but would like to have a go! A choir with a repertoire based around contemporary/ pop/ blues/ show music appeals to meSuggestions please!

Looking for a group/person to join with to play golf nearby. i am in Surgeres, between La Rochelle, Niort and Saintes.

Hello all, i have lake between Chalandray and Vasles which i am now looking to sell, if anybody knows anybody looking to purchase a lake please contact me, also looking for recommendations for a good local estate agent. many thanks ..

Can anyone tell me if there is anywhere near Sauze Vaussais that provides English Speaking pony riding lessons for children. We are over for the summer and thought this would be an ideal opportunity  for my son to learn. I have seen one advertised at Saint Macoux but have been unable to contact them so not sure if they are still operating. Thanks in advance.

I am retired and would like to join or form a tennis for fun and exercise mix in group which could possibly be based at Confolens tennis courts. Ian Kane. Email: ipk19@msn.com  Mob: 00 44 7772665405

Hi allJust seen that Ryanair has added a new route between Poitiers and Manchester for this summer!!! Well done Ryanair, at last no difficult drives to Limoges!! Gonna get booking a few flights this morning!!!

Do you want to improve your French language skills?            Disappointed (as I am) in my own progress after several years in France I wondered if there was an individual who would help guide/mentor a small group of serious learners.   So far that group thought is in my head but I have talked to and know of one or two others interested if something serious and focused were to be made to happen.    I have several learning books, including GCSE level, and am not a complete beginner so a possibility is that individual members similarly able may role-play with learning suggestions.    We are in the Ruffec area. I have listed this in sport and leisure as the only appropriate category. 

A new Walking Football team will be starting in Aubeterre soon. It'll be run by a Walking Football Association qualified Tournament Referee and all skill levels are welcome. It's a great way to get back into football, up fitness levels and enjoy some banter with good company. We'll also have the challenge of playing against other sides and tournaments when we're ready. If you're interested please email me at starr.keith@talk21.com

hi iv joined the p.m.u  can get the races up but cannot understand there system is there anyone who could help me .Idont speak French so its difficult to get help.hope someone can help thanks 

Hi, does anybody know of a book exchange / group near to semoussac.

Can anyone advise how I can place a bet online on this year's Grand National? I live in France. 

I'm spending two weeks ever month in Chambray les Tours and wondered if there were any off-roaders, enduro or trial, who might come out to play. Please drop me a line. 

Hi, Can anybody shed light on the procedure for disabled parking at Stade Rochelais please. Our first visit to the ground was a couple of weeks ago, on arrival I asked one of the stewards if there was disabled parking available and was told yes, but he then produced a list of names and asked if we were on it - sadly we weren't but he allowed us to park anyway ( what a lovely man!!) and I assumed that when you purchase match tickets you also have to reserve a disabled parking space.  However, I can't find any way of doing this on the official site and have sent an email asking for help but haven't had a reply. We're going to La Rochelle/Harlequins match on 21st Jan and I'd like to organise parking asap - does anybody have experience of this please?Many thanks

Does anyone know of a day ticket fishing lake that is open in December? Looking for a lake, preferably for coarse / silver fish rather than carp that is within one hour from Ruffec. Any suggestions greatly appreciated.