Chateau Milandes

Chateau Milandes has proved very popular with guests this summer. In addition to the exhibition of costumes for its once time owner Josephine Baker, the excellent display of birds of prey it also has a beautiful renovated garden designed by Jules Vacherot. With the opening of a brasserie it makes for an excellent day out.

 

Fabulous frescoes

In a very unassuming little church in the nearby hamlet of Soulaures there has been a fantastic discovery. Having decided to renovate the plaster in their church they made a most unexpected but very exciting discovery. Hidden behind they found the most wonderful frescoes which have made their place of worship an absolute treasure.

                    

Monpazier night cycling race.

Last night Monpazier held its annual night cycling race. A very popular event it really is enjoyed by both participants and spectators.

Sunflowers in the Dordogne

In this southern part of the Dordogne sunflowers are a very important crop. The countryside becomes a blaze of colour as the yellow heads seek the sun. The insects absolutely adore them.

Monpazier Medieval Fete

Every year we celebrate in Monpazier with a medieval festival. Monpazier was built by the English King Edward 1st and so is steeped in history. It is considered one of the best preserved bastide villages and is indeed very special. This year they have decided to add to the publicity with a ‘castle’ which can be viewed from the road leading to the village. I should imagine they had great fun building it.

 

Bergerac

Bergerac has been the focus of wonderful renovations making it an even better place to visit and spend time while on holiday. Of course certain things such as the statue in honour of Cyrano de Bergerac remain as an integral part of the history and culture.

Chateau de Campagne

We had a really pleasant stroll round the park of the Chateau de Campagne. After many years of trying the commune has eventually been given the responsibility for the chateau and park and is busy renovating the building having restored the park as a community area.

Sculptures

Summer is a time spent outdoors and this area of France is very keen on displaying new works of art in the garden. At Jardin d’Eyrignac they have a new exhibition of wire sculptures. They add in a positive way to what is a wonderful garden.

      

Garden Tour

We have had a wonderfully hectic time showing guests the beautiful gardens of the Dordogne through our French Garden Adventures. Plants have really bloomed this year and the irises have been exceptional. The iris farm with its picturesque windmill was a big hit.

Easter starts the new season

With Easter this weekend and the start of the new season, preparations are nearly complete and we are looking forward to meeting our guests both new and repeat visitors. The Spring festivals will also commence and they are always great fun.

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