https://aroundmontmorillon.com/ Tue, 07 Apr 2026 02:48:07 +0000 MyBB https://aroundmontmorillon.com/showthread.php?tid=1022 Wed, 01 Apr 2026 17:30:26 +0000 https://aroundmontmorillon.com/showthread.php?tid=1022
I visited yesterday - my first time since it's been extensively overhauled. The old version had a certain charm redolent of the flespits I used to frequent in the Workington of my youth in the early 1970s...
The new version is tres chic. A comfortable foyer (with ice creams, coffee, tea and snacks available) is staffed by very friendly volunteers. The auditorium now boasts very comfortable seats, plenty of space, excellent heating and great picture quality. Previous visits had often been tainted by a whiff of 'things unpleasant' but all is now very fresh.

I went to see the live relay of Siegfried from the Royal Opera House in London and the sound quality was absolutely superb - it seemed as if the orchestra was actually playing from just in front of the screen.

I highly recommend a visit - support your local cinema!]]>
I visited yesterday - my first time since it's been extensively overhauled. The old version had a certain charm redolent of the flespits I used to frequent in the Workington of my youth in the early 1970s...
The new version is tres chic. A comfortable foyer (with ice creams, coffee, tea and snacks available) is staffed by very friendly volunteers. The auditorium now boasts very comfortable seats, plenty of space, excellent heating and great picture quality. Previous visits had often been tainted by a whiff of 'things unpleasant' but all is now very fresh.

I went to see the live relay of Siegfried from the Royal Opera House in London and the sound quality was absolutely superb - it seemed as if the orchestra was actually playing from just in front of the screen.

I highly recommend a visit - support your local cinema!]]> https://aroundmontmorillon.com/showthread.php?tid=1021 Tue, 22 Jul 2025 10:02:57 +0000 https://aroundmontmorillon.com/showthread.php?tid=1021
Finally overcome my technophobia, incompetence, laziness (take your pick) and got myself back on line.

Does anyone know of anglophone amdram or book groups in areas within, say, 30km of Montmorillon. I belonged to a group in Gers which ranged from playreading to staging performances in a local theatre. I also learned a reasonable amount about setting spottlights etc.

Ciao for now

Peter]]>
Finally overcome my technophobia, incompetence, laziness (take your pick) and got myself back on line.

Does anyone know of anglophone amdram or book groups in areas within, say, 30km of Montmorillon. I belonged to a group in Gers which ranged from playreading to staging performances in a local theatre. I also learned a reasonable amount about setting spottlights etc.

Ciao for now

Peter]]> https://aroundmontmorillon.com/showthread.php?tid=1020 Thu, 10 Jul 2025 20:36:20 +0000 https://aroundmontmorillon.com/showthread.php?tid=1020
I know and have used the local swimming pools, but my wife is after some 'wild' swimming.

Thanks
Chris]]>
I know and have used the local swimming pools, but my wife is after some 'wild' swimming.

Thanks
Chris]]> https://aroundmontmorillon.com/showthread.php?tid=1019 Thu, 24 Apr 2025 08:47:04 +0000 https://aroundmontmorillon.com/showthread.php?tid=1019
2 - 3 euros each, anything from AC/DC, Led Zeppelin, Green Day, Rolling Stones, Oasis etc to Country Artists. Send me a message for more information]]>
2 - 3 euros each, anything from AC/DC, Led Zeppelin, Green Day, Rolling Stones, Oasis etc to Country Artists. Send me a message for more information]]> https://aroundmontmorillon.com/showthread.php?tid=1018 Sun, 06 Apr 2025 09:53:36 +0000 https://aroundmontmorillon.com/showthread.php?tid=1018
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]]> https://aroundmontmorillon.com/showthread.php?tid=1016 Sun, 23 Mar 2025 16:03:55 +0000 https://aroundmontmorillon.com/showthread.php?tid=1016 (I think)   But it needs some work I can't do.

It's about 3m x 1.5m and the work I need doing would be.

Fix a few roof tiles

Concrete the floor

Block up two small doors to the outside

Knock out some breeze blocks separating the building and the inside toilet

Maybe render the walls, but I'm not sure about that

So if you have any recommendation's please PM me as I think it would be unfair to put a builders name on here in case it's one I don't trust.  ]]> (I think)   But it needs some work I can't do.

It's about 3m x 1.5m and the work I need doing would be.

Fix a few roof tiles

Concrete the floor

Block up two small doors to the outside

Knock out some breeze blocks separating the building and the inside toilet

Maybe render the walls, but I'm not sure about that

So if you have any recommendation's please PM me as I think it would be unfair to put a builders name on here in case it's one I don't trust.  ]]> https://aroundmontmorillon.com/showthread.php?tid=1015 Wed, 05 Mar 2025 12:26:39 +0000 https://aroundmontmorillon.com/showthread.php?tid=1015 https://aroundmontmorillon.com/showthread.php?tid=1014 Tue, 25 Feb 2025 11:13:03 +0000 https://aroundmontmorillon.com/showthread.php?tid=1014 https://aroundmontmorillon.com/showthread.php?tid=1013 Tue, 25 Feb 2025 11:04:25 +0000 https://aroundmontmorillon.com/showthread.php?tid=1013 https://aroundmontmorillon.com/showthread.php?tid=1012 Mon, 24 Feb 2025 18:52:04 +0000 https://aroundmontmorillon.com/showthread.php?tid=1012 Thanks Liz]]> Thanks Liz]]> https://aroundmontmorillon.com/showthread.php?tid=1011 Tue, 20 Aug 2024 09:07:17 +0000 https://aroundmontmorillon.com/showthread.php?tid=1011
We normally buy LPG for car at Le Clerc. 
Went day of discounts and pump was oop.  Nothing on Le Clerc site but mylog still says out of service. 

Why cant Le lerc update lol rant over. Assuming mylpg correct]]>
We normally buy LPG for car at Le Clerc. 
Went day of discounts and pump was oop.  Nothing on Le Clerc site but mylog still says out of service. 

Why cant Le lerc update lol rant over. Assuming mylpg correct]]> https://aroundmontmorillon.com/showthread.php?tid=1010 Mon, 12 Aug 2024 17:01:01 +0000 https://aroundmontmorillon.com/showthread.php?tid=1010
I have to visit Poitiers hospital for an operation, but before they will admit me, they need to have a certificate of dental health provided by a French dentist. The process for this involves a general dental inspection and an analysis of a 3D tooth/jaw x-ray, which is made using equipment that many French dentists don't have.

'No problem' I thought. Time to find a French dentist. After many phone calls I was beginning to give up hope, as they all said that their books were full - although a place in Verrieres said that they might be able to take me on next April - that's 9 months away...

My MT's only suggestion was to try a surgery in Chauvigny: 'Go in person' she said 'and plead!' I tried that. Unfortunately they had closed for 6 weeks Summer holiday the day before I turned up on their doorstep.

But there's good news. After much searching, I finally found a cabinet dentaire who could take me on and carry out the required work in the required time frame.

There's also bad news: they're based in Cholet, 190km away.

My appointment is booked for tomorrow: I'll let you all know how I get on.]]>
I have to visit Poitiers hospital for an operation, but before they will admit me, they need to have a certificate of dental health provided by a French dentist. The process for this involves a general dental inspection and an analysis of a 3D tooth/jaw x-ray, which is made using equipment that many French dentists don't have.

'No problem' I thought. Time to find a French dentist. After many phone calls I was beginning to give up hope, as they all said that their books were full - although a place in Verrieres said that they might be able to take me on next April - that's 9 months away...

My MT's only suggestion was to try a surgery in Chauvigny: 'Go in person' she said 'and plead!' I tried that. Unfortunately they had closed for 6 weeks Summer holiday the day before I turned up on their doorstep.

But there's good news. After much searching, I finally found a cabinet dentaire who could take me on and carry out the required work in the required time frame.

There's also bad news: they're based in Cholet, 190km away.

My appointment is booked for tomorrow: I'll let you all know how I get on.]]> https://aroundmontmorillon.com/showthread.php?tid=1009 Tue, 06 Aug 2024 10:39:52 +0000 https://aroundmontmorillon.com/showthread.php?tid=1009 https://www.masecurite.interieur.gouv.fr...e-yourself

It's on the bottom right or you can find information of your nearest police station on the left.

*If it's an emergency you should dial 112 or text to 114.]]> https://www.masecurite.interieur.gouv.fr...e-yourself

It's on the bottom right or you can find information of your nearest police station on the left.

*If it's an emergency you should dial 112 or text to 114.]]> https://aroundmontmorillon.com/showthread.php?tid=1008 Wed, 24 Jul 2024 18:51:27 +0000 https://aroundmontmorillon.com/showthread.php?tid=1008
Anyone have a recommendation for fitting flyscreens in Montmorillon.  Lady who we purchased from had the windows done by
 Brunet Menuiserie


i know there is a uk run company UPVC master who do flyscreens as well. 

Ps just got pass for the bins ,struggling with French at the moment. It says 12 goes then start paying is that 12 a month? Plus only see plastic and glass bins nothing for cardboard or where are compost bins ?.

Does the 12 include the dechetrie]]>
Anyone have a recommendation for fitting flyscreens in Montmorillon.  Lady who we purchased from had the windows done by
 Brunet Menuiserie


i know there is a uk run company UPVC master who do flyscreens as well. 

Ps just got pass for the bins ,struggling with French at the moment. It says 12 goes then start paying is that 12 a month? Plus only see plastic and glass bins nothing for cardboard or where are compost bins ?.

Does the 12 include the dechetrie]]> https://aroundmontmorillon.com/showthread.php?tid=1007 Fri, 19 Jul 2024 17:02:46 +0000 https://aroundmontmorillon.com/showthread.php?tid=1007 Today's attempt was not nearly so straightforward.
I presented myself at the glass counter and said I wanted some glass cut. They will now only supply to tradespeople or if you have a devis. So the man took my details. Someone will phone me, come to measure the required glass (37 x 38cm - not difficult) then post me a devis which I can then take to Mr B to get it cut - if I am happy with the cost, the man said. Given the additional work involved, I suspect I won't be. Off to Bricomarche in Lussac tomorrow to see if sense still prevails there!]]> Today's attempt was not nearly so straightforward.
I presented myself at the glass counter and said I wanted some glass cut. They will now only supply to tradespeople or if you have a devis. So the man took my details. Someone will phone me, come to measure the required glass (37 x 38cm - not difficult) then post me a devis which I can then take to Mr B to get it cut - if I am happy with the cost, the man said. Given the additional work involved, I suspect I won't be. Off to Bricomarche in Lussac tomorrow to see if sense still prevails there!]]> https://aroundmontmorillon.com/showthread.php?tid=1006 Fri, 19 Jul 2024 12:10:01 +0000 https://aroundmontmorillon.com/showthread.php?tid=1006
But this one is driving me nuts, I've been in touch with the maker and they just say if it's a warranty problem I can call out a recommended dealer, if it's not they recommend getting a professional to look at it.   

I've checked the internet and youtube, but can't find anything with these type of hinges, so I'm hoping someone here has one similar.



The instructions say " open the door, pull the sliders to the front till you hear a click, close the door till you hear another click and lift the door off"

Here is the slider to the front and you can see by the dents I've tried but it just won't come off and I'm afraid of breaking the hinges.



If anyone has those type of hinges and know how to get the door off please give me a dummy's guide or point me to a video.]]>
But this one is driving me nuts, I've been in touch with the maker and they just say if it's a warranty problem I can call out a recommended dealer, if it's not they recommend getting a professional to look at it.   

I've checked the internet and youtube, but can't find anything with these type of hinges, so I'm hoping someone here has one similar.



The instructions say " open the door, pull the sliders to the front till you hear a click, close the door till you hear another click and lift the door off"

Here is the slider to the front and you can see by the dents I've tried but it just won't come off and I'm afraid of breaking the hinges.



If anyone has those type of hinges and know how to get the door off please give me a dummy's guide or point me to a video.]]> https://aroundmontmorillon.com/showthread.php?tid=1005 Wed, 17 Jul 2024 12:58:33 +0000 https://aroundmontmorillon.com/showthread.php?tid=1005
It is, of course, that old English favourite of roast beef, chicken and pork, accompanied by lettuce, tomato, coleslaw and chips.
All to be followed by strawberries with that traditional accompaniment, lemon and basil sauce.

Has anyone seen a less English offering?]]>
It is, of course, that old English favourite of roast beef, chicken and pork, accompanied by lettuce, tomato, coleslaw and chips.
All to be followed by strawberries with that traditional accompaniment, lemon and basil sauce.

Has anyone seen a less English offering?]]> https://aroundmontmorillon.com/showthread.php?tid=1004 Thu, 11 Jul 2024 08:52:20 +0000 https://aroundmontmorillon.com/showthread.php?tid=1004
We got another confirmation for the 4th of this month but on the 5th they sent a message saying we were not here, I phoned the English speaking line and complained they have said it will definitely be next Tuesday the 16th.

I've since found on the Orange forum a lot of French people complaining about the company installing the fiber, has anyone here had problems ?]]>
We got another confirmation for the 4th of this month but on the 5th they sent a message saying we were not here, I phoned the English speaking line and complained they have said it will definitely be next Tuesday the 16th.

I've since found on the Orange forum a lot of French people complaining about the company installing the fiber, has anyone here had problems ?]]> https://aroundmontmorillon.com/showthread.php?tid=1003 Tue, 09 Jul 2024 14:29:39 +0000 https://aroundmontmorillon.com/showthread.php?tid=1003
MTD 115/96

You will need to work on it, but it could end up being a good ride on mower.

The engine runs well but can be difficult to start and there is a little blue smoke when first starting, but it stops smoking after a few minutes. The cutting deck did give an excellent cut but one the blades has stopped turning today and looks like the bearing could be gone.

It could do with some new drive belts as one can pop off if you go in reverse, also the exhaust has become a bit wobbly. It's been a great mower but do to health reasons I'm no longer able to fix it, so I've ordered a self drive walk behind to help me get some exercise.

I've also got a spare engine that I was given when I purchased the current cutting deck, the guy said it worked but I have never tried it.

It also includes two batteries, one bought new in May 24.
I can't deliver, so the buyer will need to collect.











Spare engine.



If you are interested please post here or send me a PM, I'm thinking €250 for the lot ?

Near Lathus Saint Remy.]]>
MTD 115/96

You will need to work on it, but it could end up being a good ride on mower.

The engine runs well but can be difficult to start and there is a little blue smoke when first starting, but it stops smoking after a few minutes. The cutting deck did give an excellent cut but one the blades has stopped turning today and looks like the bearing could be gone.

It could do with some new drive belts as one can pop off if you go in reverse, also the exhaust has become a bit wobbly. It's been a great mower but do to health reasons I'm no longer able to fix it, so I've ordered a self drive walk behind to help me get some exercise.

I've also got a spare engine that I was given when I purchased the current cutting deck, the guy said it worked but I have never tried it.

It also includes two batteries, one bought new in May 24.
I can't deliver, so the buyer will need to collect.











Spare engine.



If you are interested please post here or send me a PM, I'm thinking €250 for the lot ?

Near Lathus Saint Remy.]]>