Jean Lannes, Duke of Montebello, was born in humble surroundings in the town of Lectoure. He died in 1809, 200 years ago. As a “Maréchal d’Empire de Napoléon” the marie wanted to celebrate his life and mark the bicentenary of his death with several public events. Between 30th May and 1st June there’s been an official [...]
What’s new this week at La Vieille Source. Well we’ve been very busy since my last post, with the children off school for the numerous May bank holidays and the gite busy with new guests arriving and leaving.This past week the rose covered terrace has burst into life with it’s multiple white blooms and curling [...]
The good weather continues. Last weekend the fair was in Fleurance. The nearby town of Miradoux welcomed one and all for their special open day with fun, games and dressing up. It all began at 8am with breakfast served in the village hall. Then there was an organised medieval ramble followed by aperitifs and a communal midday meal.
Here at La Vieille [...]
A lovely sunny week. It’s time once again for the annual Bandas, an amazing street festival of live music and dance in the town of Condom. This year it takes place on 8th – 10th May. Plenty of stalls, drink, food and live music.
At La Vieille Source this year’s garden vegetables have been planted up [...]