As winter descends, the Perigord-Limousin region transforms into a peaceful haven, blending history, nature, and rustic charm. Whether you’re seeking a serene retreat for relaxation or an inspiring getaway for business, this region is a hidden gem in France that delivers a rich tapestry of experiences. With its medieval villages, rolling countryside, and welcoming local […]
by Craig Webb
Addressing Shifting Baseline Syndrome Standing in the woods on a sunny July day with a visiting friend, we pause our discussion of natural history and what that bloke we used to work with has done now and just stop and listen. The woods seem to thrum with an intense buzzing – every tree vibrating with […]
by Heidi Smith
Things to Do on a Rainy Day in Pensol It’s fair to say it has been a wet spring and early summer! But there is no need to let that ruin your holiday. We’ve gathered a list of things to do on a rainy day in Pensol when it just won’t stop raining. 1. Enjoy […]
by Heidi Smith
Historical Impact of the Bullfinch and Its Role in Our Garden I was watching a bullfinch hopping around the garden this morning. A welcome distraction from my exercise bike torture, it was cheerfully moving around the unmown grass and occasionally checking out the peach and pear trees I’ve always liked them, but I was reminded […]
by Heidi Smith
So where were we? Oh yes, I recall i was going to rewild and that would be that. As ever , though, the devil is in the detail. As mentioned we have donkeys, horses and a mule that can do a good job at eating grass. In fact one of the UK`s suppliers of wildflower […]
by Nik Smith
I clean a lot of toilets and make a lot of beds. So many in fact, that I just do it on autopilot which leaves me a lot of time with my own thoughts. No one wants to be left with my thoughts, not even me, so I plug myself into BBC Sounds or Spotify […]
by Nik Smith
PLYMOUTH PEAR AT LE MOULIN DE PENSOL It has taken us 6 years to correctly identify this tree. It flowered and fruited profusely in our first year here and we tentatively made jelly, thinking it was a crab apple. The jelly was delicious with notes of cinnamon and nutmeg although none was added. The jars […]
by Heidi Smith
Experience Triathlon Training and Relaxation at Le Moulin de Pensol Are you a passionate triathlete seeking the perfect getaway that combines exhilarating triathlon training with a serene and picturesque holiday for you and your loved ones? Look no further than Le Moulin de Pensol, where nature-loving athletes can immerse themselves in breathtaking surroundings, thrilling adventures, […]
by Heidi Smith
The walking season has started and we are starting to receive gortex-clad guests who have walked in from our local Grand Randonnee footpath, the GR4. Walkers are some of my favourite guests. Because they have come here slowly, through the chestnut woods of Limousin they are already in tune with the tenor of the place […]
by Heidi Smith
What we did when we found Harvest Mice at the Mill If you own any amount of land in France, you also own quite a few brambles. They seem to grow bigger and meaner than they do in the UK, and somehow even the blackberries they provide don’t make them worth it. We quickly realised […]
by Heidi Smith
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