Just wondering if anyone can recommend a good, cheap, roofer and a good, cheap, renderer? Just wanting some numbers, and some ideas of prices. Won't be needed it done for a while yet, so if it's someone who has a lot of work on at the moment that's fine. 
The house we've got is in La Trimouille, so anyone around that area thank you.

Went for a meal last night in La Trimouille with a lovely couple from the village. They had called to see our house yesterday. We got chatting about taking wallpaper off, as you do. I was planning on bringing over our steam wallpaper stripper, but they said whatever you do, don't use a steam stripper, as it brings the plaster down with it. They said the plaster just crumbles, so it's best to just use a bit of water and get scraping. 
Just made me think if anyone else has any handy tips about anything? I probably would have made things worse if they hadn't have told me.

Just picking your brains on here again. I am interested, for the future, in just how much it costs, roughly, per month for health cover over there in France. I am talking for a couple in their early 50's, relatively healthy. I do take daily medication for a slightly underactive thyroid though, but that's it at the moment.

Just wondering how many of the Brits on this forum are working in France, and what they are doing, or are most people retired?

Do you all prefer the peace and tranquillity of living in France, or do you find you actually socialise more in France than perhaps you did when living in the UK? I have noticed so far from our visits to France that there is much more of a community spirit, in La Trimouille I can say this for sure. Most people seem to know each other and seem to help each other out, which is lovely. 
I do know that the Brits I have spoken to have all said that they would not return to living in the UK and much prefer living in France, warts and all.

Yes, it's me again, that annoying person with all the questions   Just wondering where would be the best place around the Montmorillon area, within maybe a radius of an hour's drive away, to purchase wardrobes in particular. I'm deliberating whether or not to bring them from the UK, but I am open to suggestions of the best places to shop in the area. 
I do quite like painting up old furniture, so not afraid to do that. Prefer the old stuff to brand new. Thank you.

I last visited the house we are buying in July/ August. There was a very sticky weed growing all over the front area of the house. It was sticking to shoes, us and the dog. I've had a quick Google to see what it could be and I've come up with Bindweed. It looked almost dead in August, very dry, due to the hot weather obviously. My husband came back over in September and it was green and thriving again then. Any keen gardeners on here who could tell me what is the best way to get rid of this? That's if it is bindweed of course. I'm thinking the usual weed killers we buy here in the UK, but I'm not sure how resilient this stuff is.

When we were over in July we were told, by some people who live in La Trimouille, that there is a fish and chip van, which comes every Friday, about 20 minutes drive away from La Trimouille. Anyway we couldn't find it and ended up having a pizza in Montmorillon. Does anyone know anything about this chippy van? We brought a group of sorely disappointed teenagers, who we look after,  with us in July, so I need to be aware of where it is for next time we bring them back.

Hi, We've visited Montmorillon quite a few times. Just in the process of buying a house in La Trimouille, so quite interested to know what goes on in the area etc. I shall be reading the threads for a catch up. 

Has anyone seen on their travels, supermarkets, casinos, nightclubs etc, what I call a change machine?

This strange beast is quite common sight in and around London but I can't find one out here for love nor money.

Before anyone asks, it's a tallish machine that you pour your accummulated copper coins into and they get transformed into something more handy and substantial.

I only ask because Madame Admiral has a pathological dislike of loose change, especially in small denominations, and has been hoarding the damn stuff in over-sized whisky bottles & etc.  Not that we touch the stuff.  Whisky that is...

HELP!!! I need a skip (or something similar).
Ive had a trawl around the internet and drawn a blank.
There must be something avail in the Monty area.
Any suggestions greatly appreciated.

We are hoping to start the renovation of our property in Feb/Mar 2016 - does anyone have a static caravan or large touring caravan that they are looking to sell 
thanks
Annette and Andy

Back in the UK I worked as a Yoga and Pilates teacher - and I am now registered in the French system so can start teaching again.

I have recently taken over the Yoga class in Adriers, Tuesdays at 17.45-19.00, at the Salle Polyvalente, a lovely big, warm open space. The class is popular but there is room for more!

I joined the class when we first arrived here because I really liked the calm atmosphere and all the relaxation. The exercises were not too challenging and the result was a feeling of refreshment and well-being. When the teacher moved away this Summer, the group was unable to find a replacement and so I broke cover and declared myself, and here I am! I thoroughly enjoy teaching and I hope I can continue the good work of the previous Professeur.

The class aims to create flexibility, relaxation and mindful movement catering for a range of abilities including beginners, and those returning to exercise following illness or injury. 

I teach in (basic) French, but I am English so would be delighted to accommodate any English speaking participants. The class is organised by the Comite de Loisirs, and the charge is around 5 euros per class, which is invoiced whenever the committee get round to it - generally termly. If you think you might like to give it a try to see if you like it, you can try 3 sessions free before committing yourself.

Most people bring their own mats, cushions and blankets, but I have a few spare ones available on request.

You are very welcome to come and join us - just let me know you are coming, and I will contact Patricia who organises everything. 

I also have a well-equipped Yoga and Pilates studio at home and I would like to offer all Around Montmorillon members a one-hour private or shared lesson for no charge - please get in touch for more information on this or any of the above. 

Qualifications? I originally trained as a classical dancer in the 70s - which means I am of a certain age and I understand about aches and pains!
I have an internationally recognised 200 hour Yoga Diploma.
I am also a Certified Pilates Instructor for matwork and equiment such as reformer.
There is more info about my background on my old UK website: http://www.centredself.co.uk. 

Thank you for reading this far and do get in touch if you need any more information - 06 51 78 48 34

Andrea

helloo,

I have recently managed to register myself as an Auto-Entrepreneur (Professeur de Yoga), having taken a short course at the CCI in Montmorillon, and am now in receipt of Siret and NNI numbers, Insurance and various letters from URSSAF and RSI which give me the information I need to register myself online for tax payments. I am not sure what will happen next regarding medical cover in particular, or if I need to do anything else (apart from issue my invoices to the Comite de Loisirs) so if anyone has any further information, I should be very glad to hear it. 
On the other hand, if anyone would like the benefit of my experience so far, I should be very happy to share it, such as it is!

AC

Hellooo,

My husband has been a member for a while and he says that he really likes Around Montmorillon as it is full or interesting, friendly and helpful people... so I thought I'd sign up too ... 

We have been here for just over a year, and this Summer we helped our daughter to organise her marriage at the local Mairie followed by a Large Wedding Event at our little house - an interesting challenge that expanded our very mediocre French vocabulary in all sorts of unexpected ways! So, if anyone needs any help with getting married in France and finding caterers, bands, photographers and mobile loos for any kind of Happening, we might be able to help...maybe!!?? 

AC

Further to our washing machine saga we have the
old washing machine to give away.
Huw spent a few hours replacing the belt
but we still cannot get it going.
It's a near new machine, looks great, Harrow
make, 6 kg, front loader.
If anybody can use it for parts or get it going
they are welcome to have it.
We are in Montmorillon on the square, just
need a hand to get it downstairs. We have a
trolley
Cheers
Rosie

We have for sale a 2 Tonne (2000 KGS) Hydraulic Trolley Jack; used but in new condition, complete with it's own carry case: 18 Euros.

Also for sale; Skil Circular Saw 5366; 1350W/190mm; used but in excellent condition, also complete with it's own carry case and user manual: 30 Euros.

Having a clear out!

Anyone recommend a good English speaking dentist ?

We've tried a few over the years, but for various reasons we are looking for a new one. We don't mind travelling to Potiers or Limoges, we don't want to use the ones in the following places.

Montmorillon
Le Dorat
Bellac
Sillars

Thank you.