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Tuesday, January 24th, 2012The Roannais in the Rhône-Alpes. For more detailed descriptions of what to see around this beautiful part of France visit: www.uk.leroannais.com www.purefrancenow.com
Success at the Frédéric Diart Exhibition in Perreux, Roannais.
Tuesday, December 13th, 2011Hundred’s of people attended the Frédéric Diart exhibition at Chateau du Bourg in Perreux this December. Sponsored and supported by several key businesses from the Roannais region, including Purefrancenow, the evening reception to launch this remarkable display of contemporary art was a resounding success. Not only were the many guests amazed at the presentation, but [...]
“If the Black” Exhibition by Frédéric Diart in the Roannais
Tuesday, November 22nd, 2011A special 6-day exhibition of some of Frédéric Diart’s amazing paintings and creative installations is scheduled for 9th-15th December, 2011 at Chateau du Bourg, Perreux, Roannais. This unique show is entitled ‘Das Schwarz Kommt’ (If the Black). It is sure to be an intriguing experience! Purefrancenow will definitely be their to cover the proceedings. Frédéric [...]
The Magical Château du Bourg in Perreux.
Tuesday, September 27th, 2011The Château du Bourg is located 3km away from Roanne, and about 80km from Lyon. Situated in a 500 acre estate it has beautiful views of the 16th century medieval village of Perreux. Based in a region famous for its gastronomy, the Château du Bourg has a large summer house (it’s original orangery), recently renovated [...]
Restaurant la Rocadine in Perreux, Roannais
Friday, July 8th, 2011This is a sincere recommendation to an excellent restaurant run by Jérôme and Mélanie Sadot.In typical Jérôme fashion his menu and presentation is traditional French, but with contemporary and original styling. A winning combination along with the use of high quality, local produce. It’s a good sign when you can see many local French people [...]
Reality arrives in The Roannais by Brian Franklin
Monday, March 21st, 2011Brian Franklin’s historical account of their discovery of the Roannais continues in This French Life during March - ‘REALITY ARRIVES IN ‘THE ROANNAIS’ Following on from our new discovery in the Roannais, Rhône-Alpes, and our eventual purchase of ‘The Stables’ there is, of course, much more to tell. We paid around £12,000 for this building [...]
Discovering the Roannais by Brian Franklin on thisfrenchlife.com
Sunday, February 13th, 2011Purefrancenow and This French Life join forces with a monthly editorial series featuring an historical account of Brian and Lucy Franklin’s discovery of the Roannais in the Rhône-Alpes region, renovating and developing property, and living ‘The French Dream’. For this month’s newsletter article on ‘Discovering the Roannais’ visit thisfrenchlife.com www.purefrancenow.com
The Medieval Hill Village of Perreux in the Roannais
Monday, January 17th, 2011As the new year of 2011 commences, Perreux is once again bursting into typical French village life ! The new Perreux magazine has been launched again full of useful information for the community, including all forthcoming events to be held in the ensuing months. Visit our previous editorial on this beautiful, ancient village, only 5 [...]
The Old Bakery, Chateau Property for Sale, Roannais, Rhône-Alpes
Monday, October 11th, 2010Your own French ‘Pied à Terre’ in the beautiful Roannais region, near Lyon ! A simply adorable ‘character’ property with courtyard and swimming pool, set within the original woodland grounds of the Chateau des Cresses. Near the medieval hill village of Perreux, and close to the main township of Roanne. The Old Bakery, Chateau des [...]
‘The Old Winery’ Chateau Property for Sale in the Roannais
Sunday, September 12th, 2010An amazing opportunity to buy into your own slice of France in the beautiful region of the Roannais, Rhône-Alpes. The remarkable “Old Winery’ part of a chateau, near the medieval hill village of Perreux, has already been renovated to a high standard. Situated with original chateau courtyard and woodland grounds, there is also a swimming [...]
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