Last night temperatures dropped to -12.....some villages have had more snow 20cm and -18.... forecast this week warming up slightly everyday......blue skies and sunshine which is nice....

No more sign of snow for the next week temperatures quite low overnight around -3 in the day....goes dark here about 6.30pm so staying lighter a bit longer now....bright and sunny morning birds are singing....I was in and out all day yesterday feeding them and giving them water....luckily we don`t have to venture out as the lanes are very slippy.....lots of sunny days this week but cold....better than rain......

Starting snowing here about 9.00am this morning forecast was right.....it is a very fine snow like powder but has covered very quickly.....all the animals and birds have been fed......and baby goats all snug in their hay.....usually lasts here a couple of days......I will walk the dogs later as they love it....and maybe catch Barry and Luke with a snowball or two......

Bright and sunny  morning but quite cold -9 snow due Sunday and then the rest of the week cold and sunny....I have hundreds of birds visiting us..... I am feeding them twice a day must look after our feathery friends....work continues on site not many days left before we open on the 1st March.....

Lovely sunny morning -2 and looks to be the same for the rest of the week temperatures dropping to -4 forecast is once again showing snow for the week-end.....we shall wait and see got me sledge ready.....

I think winter has arrived....colder here and some minus temperaturs next week....snow not arrived seems to be missing us....a mixture of sunny days and showers.....I prefer the frosty days as the  sun shines and the sky is blue....can`t complain though its been really good until lately.....Just placed some photos of our baby goats....great for the menu this season....ah ah only kidding......

A beautiful sunrise this morning but cold -2....I much prefer to see blue skies and the frost than rain.....we now have 3 baby goats..... what a surprise when I went out to check on the first one....there in the grass a tiny black goat crying and both mothers cleaning the other two...I picked it up and took it to its mother......I told you spring was just around the corner.....I have seen so many of our pets born here, but I still find it truly amazing when I see this little thing just born and within half an hour is up on its feet feeding of its mum.....snow is forecast for Wednesday we usually get a couple of days a year but it goes very quickly....

 Temperatures around 5c today but sunny....no sign of snow in our region yet....we have a new arrival this cold day a baby goat......

0c this morning looks very white lower down on the park......temperatures around 9c today and some sunshine and rain this week....forecast was showing snow but it seems to have  moved further south.....I had my sledge ready as well.....sunrise here is around 7.30am and goes dark now just after 6.15pm...week-end again how it comes around so quickly....

It has been a bit cooler in the mornings 4c this morning but not too bad during the day....this afternoon was 10c but has now started to rain.....Sunday is showing 4c and snow.....we will have to see....work continues on site cutting trees and bushes and Barry is busy putting new drainage in for on our new plots.....I have had a wonderful day with my grandaughter, shopping and then a walk around the park....she loves being outside feeding the horses and all the animals and birds....

A mixture of sun and rain temperatures between 9c and 11c.....yesterday was an extremely mild day lots of daffodils and bluebells now beginning to appear..... we already have alot of  interest this season and if you are thinking of buying a new home this season there is a  Motorhome and Caravan and Camping Show,( lodges too) at the Excel in London 14th to 19th February....There is no increase in our Park Fees this year and we have some good deals on offer.....time to choose a holiday home from one of the manufacturers, as shown on our web site send me all the details, and I will forward you a total price delivered and installed to our park....large new private plots available with amazing views....

A grey start this morning just started to rain...tomorrow sunny and then rain again may be a wet week we will have to see.....we have had some frost but nothing severe...the leaves of the blue bells are starting to show this week a sure sign that spring is not too far away...nights are also staying a bit lighter it goes dark here in the evenings around 6.00pm.... 

Yesterday was a lovely sunny day after a frosty start.....temperatures around 11c so quite mild.....tidying up on the park at the moment  ....burning all the dead trees and renewing posts and wires in the vine patch.....today started off sunny a bit overcast at the moment....going to feed my many birds which come to visit us everyday....rain due Thursday it has certainly topped all the rivers up now after the long dry season we had last year.....

Yes its more like winter tday temperatures no higher than 4c today and foggy....weather looks better next week...Bergerac airport is closed from 9th January until 23rd March 2012 due to work on the runway.....there are still other airports to fly to Limoges Toulouse Rodez approx 1hr 30 minutes drive from Les Vignes Vieilles, and of course the new airport Valley de la Dordogne which is only a 30 minute drive away....

Last night was a bit colder my car was white over by midnight....the sky last night was a deep red which surrounded the park very pretty....today temperatures around 10c it is a nice bright and sunny morning.....we have checked all the homes after all the rain we had and they are all fine....

A lovely sunrise this morning all the skies around us was wonderful colour of red......2c so a bit frosty this morning....blue skies now and sunshine ..we have the doors open on the house and no heating on so quite mild....temperatures do drop later in the afternoon.....time is moving on thank you to many of our residents who have started to return their contracts....1st March not far away.... plants herbs and bushes continue to flower which is so unusual but I do think the frost will start to affect them....lilac trees have also got their new leaves on.... 

I nice bright and sunny morning temperatures around 9c.....checking all homes today after the rain.....and cutting down some of the dead trees on the park....

After all the rain and windy nights the sun is shining again this morning.....it is very mild here but expecting some frost next week....I don`t mind the cold temperatures the skies are blue and I can get out and walk the dogs....

Well if the river Dordogne is not full by now it never will be.....it has rained and rained really heavy for the last couple of days.....good time for indoor jobs.....even the dogs didn`t want to go out.....this morning a bit misty reminds me of Angelsey......but clearing fast today temperatures 6c reaching around 11c and the sun will return...the rest of the week looks good too.....

Happy New Year to All...

Hope its a great year for everyone....

Looking forward to you returning very soon...

It has been very wet after Christmas here in the Lot...the Dordogne river is full to the brim which is the first time since begining of last year....

Temperatures have been around 12c so still very mild for this time of year....later today showing sunshine 14c

Only 2 months before we open once again time to book your crossings and planning your trip....

We have had quite a mild and sunny Christmas...slight frost in the morning....which has been nice to be able to go for walks having all the eating and drinking....we have had a lovely time with our family and grandchildren and news of another baby Chloé will have a baby sister or brother next summer which was an extra present for all of us.....last of the family to leave today so back to work..... 

I have been away for a few days to visit my grandson in Bayonne.....I just missed two storms going and coming back which was lucky.....on my way down there it was 22c at Pau and dropped very quickly before the storm......it is a very pretty trip especially with the snow on the mountains.....Sunday was a dry and sunny day but it has rained heavily since....tomorrow it is showing sunshine and Christmas looks to be sunny and frosty....winter has finally arrived here although there are still many trees with leaves and all my plants have not been touched by any frost yet....would you believe we have a sun flower out...... of course lots to do since my return but really looking forward to all the family joining us soon.....I would like to wish everyone a very Happy Christmas and a Great New Year....many thanks for all the lovely cards and best wishes  we have received....See you all in 2012 !!! ( its just around the corner )...

Temperatures this week around 12c.....rain today and sun and rain for the rest of the week....it is needed here in the Lot to make up for all the lack of rain we had this season....apart from a brisk walk with the dogs and feeding the animals indoors will be the best place today....Luke and I had a trip to Brive yesterday doing our Christmas shopping....very busy there but nothing like England......putting up the tree today and lots of pressies to wrap up...oh and write out my Christmas cards which I admit I am a bit late this year.....the last two months have flown by.......hope all of you are well and keeping warm......soon be spring....

We had heavy rain overnight......this morning bright and sunny forecast today 11c today......time to go looking for a Christmas tree now.....

As we drove from the Uk into the Lot vally last night we were welcomed by a beautiful sunset.....after sleet wind and very cold weather in England it has been lovely to wake up to blue skies sunshine....it was a treat to walk the dogs this morning without loads of layers on....we have had some rain while we were away.....we also noticed travelling through many regions of France that the Lot region still have many leaves on and the Autumn leaves still look very pretty....even on the park bushes still have their leaves and flowers....I am sure the frost will arrive here soon.......lots to do now before Christmas......

A calm morning temperatures today around 10c with sunshine......Sunday looks like a wet one but if the forecast is correct temperatures will rise again and sunshine will return during the week.....Ah week-end do what you want to day....work if you want to or have a lazy day.....Luke has an important rugby match tomorrow Gourdon playing Sarlat the local derby match.....hope he wins....I am away to visit my mum for a few days this week I have been told to wrap up well has the UK is very cold....it is always strange when I come back around Christmas time and see all the houses decorated and the shops very busy....Le Vigan looks very pretty for Christmas the little shops have all decorations and Christmas lights in them....this time of year our region sells lots of foi gras....which will be a job for me when I return to make pate.. we do it every year and fill enough jars with foi gras and sausage meat to last through to next year....we have a mixture of French and English meals at Christmas I have made my cake and will be bringing back a 10kg turkey back with me as  there will be 13 of us this year including grandchildren....so a busy house for a few days....and once Christmas is out of the way back to work on the park....you will be pleased to know there is no increase in the rent this year.....

We have had some lovely sunny days and it has been very mild for this time of year....we are now expecting rain for the next few days but it is needed as many places in France are still very dry.... 

After a couple of foggy cold days, the sunshine returned yesterday it was a lovely warm day.....I have found many cepes in the woods this week only by chance when I was walking the dogs just noticed a couple on the side of the track... and ended up carrying many kilos back much to the joy of my son who turned up that day....it is a great passion here in the Lot for the locals to go picking mushrooms many missing work or rushing home at dinner time to go and have a look.....even Barry loves to go and search for them but never eats them......the fields are also cover the mushrooms......the slight frost we had did not affect the pots of flowers on residents sun-decks they are still blooming....though more leaves are falling daily now it still looks quite green on the park....well last day of November today and then the countdown to Christmas.....

Winter has arrived.....we had a frost and two foggy days......it is around 10c so temperatures have dropped quite a bit......having had a long hot summer here and a warm and mild October and November I did `nt realise how close we are to Christmas.......which means the new year is also not far away and everyone will be making plans to return in March.....

Today has been a glorious day...still in our summer clothes.....this morning was very calm peaceful and blue skies....and this afternoon has been so hot summer weather in November....we continue our work outside until the weather changes....

Very windy in the night again just a slight breeze this morning temperatures forecast today 19c...wow November can`t be bad.....walking around the park it is so strange to see all the plants left in pots are still flowering...even in the towns there are houses with flowers still blooming from their balconies....I continue to spend alot of time in the garden taking lots of cuttings and tidying up as they say make hay while the sun shines....

After a gloomy start yesterday it turned out to be a lovely warm and sunny day....we were expecting rain but once again it has missed our region....today there is a slight breeze and walking through the park this morning with my dogs the leaves were falling like rain...really pretty.....the weekend forecast is looking good I did think the high temperatures had left us but it looks like 18c plus......

It is mild and overcast this morning temperatures 11c....rising not much higher than 16c today...I do think the temperatures for the rest of this month will not be any higher than17c now....more birds are starting to come back to visit us...I have hung my many pine cones filled with fat and bird seed around everywhere its lovely to see the woodpeckers and nuthatch enjoying them....there are alot ot blackbirds on the park and more green woodpeckers this year....no sign of frost yet after this long and hot summer I am wondering what kind of winter we shall have....but this mild weather is certainly keeping winter shorter....

Temperatures dropped slightly 17c today but still sunny....very windy again during the night I think it is bringing rain which is due Wednesday here....and then returning back to sun and clouds around 17c again... the temperatures are not dropping very low over night either..It is like spring again here many plants are popping through which usually are out in spring even bushes are flowering again....thats fine unless we have a servere frost one night and then it can quite often kill the plants and bushes.....we have many birds visiting our bird tables but has it is so mild they have not touched the fat balls yet....I have also noticed lots of butterflies still about....well I think I will do some more gardening today and bring in many pots that the frost will damage when it finally arrives...the shops here are very quiet at them moment no frenzy of Christmas shopping started....its  is amazing how the months fly by Christmas shortly and then I know many of you will be planning your trips and filling your spare rooms with things to bring back....

November and 20 plus.....lovely sunrise beautiful sunsets and warm sunny weather during the day......it was windy overnight but seems to stopped now.....with all of this warm mild weathe there are many trees on the park which are still very green and no signs of Autumn.......

Yesterday was a bit changeable some sunshine and some rain but still very warm.....todays forecast is 20c and looks good for the next few days.....the sunrise this morning is a mixture of pinks and red really lovely....it is light here around 6 45 am and goes dark about 6.00 pm in the evening.....temperatures are not dropping to much and it is still very warm at night......Christmas as started here in the shops which is quite early in this region but none of the busy shopping as in England.....it is quite funny on Christmas eve when you see all the men rushing in before they close to buy their childrens presents.....Christmas is a special time for us and extra special having our two grandchildren here.....I enjoy going for a walk with all the family after the meal and usually the weather is good, though I do remember us walking in the snow which isn`t very offer here....

I woke up this morning to a beautiful sunrise....it looks a bit fresher out there this morning but very sunny.....temperatures today 19c we must take advantage of this lovely weather as you do not know what kind of winter we will have.....this year has reminded me of the first years we moved here.....very hot long summers mild weather until January and then -14c....maybe it will be the same this year....we can have snow here  but usually lasts about 3 days.....coming from  the north of England we use to have lots of snow which my sons loved.....they really missed the snow when we moved here......how excited the French children were at school when it snowed and their teachers would let them go out and enjoy it....I receive many enquiries asking if they can downside in England, France and Spain and live on our park...we are a PRL which stands for Park Residentiel of Leisure, which means it is a holiday park and not residential....mobile-homes, statics holiday homes which ever you call them are not insulated for living in all year round.....  and if you look on any of the brochures they do state they are not for residential use.... by living in a mobile-home for 12 months you are advoiding paying habitation tax which is ilegal in France.... there are lodges which are built for residential use.... we are open from the 1st March until end of October...

Sunday turned out to be a lovely warm day still very mild here....I walked my grandaughter around the park we were gathering leaves and throwing them up into the air she loved it.....there are flowers blooming on many of the plots they still look really pretty...today it is a mixture of sunshine and clouds but still very.....tomorrow is showing a warm and sunny day and temperatures rising to 20c by the weekend......I have been picking chillies today my plants are still doing well and continue to flower of course this will all change when the frost arrives.....

Yesterday turned out to be a lovely and very warm day......so we were all outside working tidying and packing things away.....it rained overnight and this morning everywhere looks very wet and a bit grey.......good news is from Tuesday the temperatures will rise to 20c and the sunshine will be back.....

It rained quite heavy last night and then the skies were covered with stars... is dry this morning and quite bright and blue skies......sun and cloud forecast today temperatures reaching 20c.... I have more bulbs to plant this morning while the ground is so soft....it has been unusal to see rain after such a dry season....I have to admit I do like to walk in the rain with the dogs.......

Last night was wet and windy and looks to be the same today although temperatures remaining around 22c.....warm rain....the weekend forecast is temperatures are to drop to 14c but will continue to climb to 18c by the middle of next week.....so not quite into winter yet.....

It has been another warm and sunny day... a bit breezy but still nice it is bringing the rain....it is trying to rain at the moment and rain is forecast tomorrow...but Friday is lovely again.....it is very mild weather here great for outdoor work...I have been taking lots of cuttings ready for next season......Luke has been draining all the site down....Barry has  been digging stones up...so all busy at the moment...

After changing the clocks this week-end you almost think you are straight into winter.....but yesterday was a glorious day I walked around the park after Sunday lunch with the family and you would think it was still summer the sun was so hot....and this morning the sun is shining 13c already and reaching to 21c later.....the markets are so colourful with the flowers and enormous varieties of pumkins for sale....mushrooms and chestnuts....the park and surrounding countryside is a glow of golds, yellows, bronze and reds autumn has arrived it is stunning...... 

Another season has come to an end our last remaining residents leave today....the weather this week-end has been very mild great for getting alot of outdoor jobs done....the garden centres and supermarkets are all full of  Chrysanthemums really beautiful lots of colours and varieties.....they sell them for Tousaints which is on the 1st November...a day where everyone remember their family and friends who have passed away.....all week there are many cars outside the cemetries and on the 1st the cemetries are full of families taking these wonderful blooms...and for weeks after when you pass a cemetry the show of all these flowers is amazing.....I think a nice tradition that has not been lost.....

Temperatures dropped slightly overnight and it has rained very heavy....overcast this morning forecast later 17c so mild and temperatures to continue to rise and sunshine back tomorrow...Monday looks good 20c plus... although we close on the 31st October we are still here for any visitors who wish to view the park but it is best to make an appointment.....

Its another sunny morning here 16c and rising to 20c today.....but it is quite windy bringing some more rain....a mixture for the next few days of days of sunshine and rainy days....still very mild here and the sun is very hot.....

The strong winds did bring lots of rain Monday evening and all through the night......temperatures staying around 20c a bit fresh in the mornings but lovely during the day.....our last residents leave at the weekend it already seems very quiet and strange not to see any lights in the homes at night....maintenance work has already started on the park Luke is busy working down at the swimming pool....aways lots to do before we open again next season....

Forecast today 22c.....the sun is shining this morning but it has been extemely windy overnight....this will blow the leaves away.....around the area there are signs of autumn lovely golds and reds but not so much here on the park the trees still look quite green although the grass is very dry.....all will change when we have some rain and the temperatures change....it is showing sun and rain tomorrow as it has done during the last few weeks but to date we have had very little rain here in the Lot.... 

Yesterday was at least 21c and looks to be the same today...this wonderful weather continues here in the Lot region.... though we did have a slight frost a couple of days ago....clear skys everynight and as I look out later in the evening the sky is covered in stars....more residents leaving today and only two families here until the end of the week....another season coming to an end now....but spring is just around the corner....I know everyone will be looking towards Christmas now....and once they have that out of the way...they will be filling their spare rooms back home full of things to bring out next year......

There is a wonderful  red and gold sunrise this morning with a slight mist in the valley really a very pretty morning....temperatures much lower for the first time this season 7c only rising to 13c maybe a bit more as the sun rises....but by the week-end temperatures reaching 23c....we did have a drop of rain just enough to dampen the grass yesterday......some of our remaining residents due to leave this week-end the park seems quite sad and empty now....the weather has been an added bonus to anyone who has stayed here a little longer.....we are ready for a break now and to recharge our battteries and make plans for next season....

I was looking at my blog to see when we heard the geese flying south last year it was the 22nd November...and tonight while we were saying our farewells to Helen & Roy having a last drink with them before they leave tomorrow, we saw the geese above us heading south once again....I think the formations they make are amazing and the distance they fly.....another very warm day blue skys 23c wonderful for this time of year....

Sunday morning and the sun is shining again temperatures around 23c lovely warm days and not dropping to much overnight....rain due next Thursday maybe Friday 10c drop in temperature but will return to 20c at the week-end... this long and hot summer has made our winter shorter.....still time to get some outdoor work done before the rain...nice that our new residents who have joined us this week have this lovely weather to enjoy and prepare their holiday home and get a taste of what they can look forward to next season.... We would like to wish all of our residents and visitors who a have left now and our remaining residents a a safe ruturn and a kind winter back in the UK....thank you supporting Les Vignes Vieilles..... and we look forward to seeing you all in 2012.... 

How wonderful it is to wake up each morning to blue skys and sunshine.....this lovely weather continues and our remaining residents are taking full advantage of it....if you are thinking of planning a trip to come out and visit our park this weather is certainly a bonus....we have new plots available for a new home of your choice....all plots are very large and have enormous spaces in between their own vue and parking area....if you are looking for a park with privicy, space, calm and a warm welcome Les Vignes Vieilles is the place for you..... 

This lovely weather we are having is forecast until next Tuesday when the whole of France looks a bit wet...having said that alot can happen until then...still keeping as high as 25c....nights are closing in but this does not stop our residents enjoying their last little gatherings before they leave... I asked them if they are feeling it a bit cooler in the evenings but they tell me it is still quite mild and walked back to their homes at 11.30 pm and did`nt need a warm jacket....mind you do you think it could of been the aclohol.....only a quarter of our residents here now some more due shortly to close their homes for another season ....and as for the staff at Les Vignes Vieilles lots of work and plans to do before everyone returns on the 1st March 2012....

After temperatures dropping to around 16c this week the temperatures are rising once again 27c on Monday...October is usually a mellow month and is good for our remaining residents who are here until the end....

Forecast today 25c so still lovely weather here in the Lot region....everywhere does look very dry but that will changes shortly as rain is forecast for Sunday....quite a few packing up to go now but still new clients who have bought later in the season are coming to enjoy the last remaining weeks of the season...why not....

It has been a wonderful month September with the very high temperatures....it has been an added bonus for all our clients who returned for the last weeks of the season....today is 31c plus so beautiful again....another enjoyable evening with our residents last night in the clubhouse...Ocober as arrived already and some residents starting to pack up where others are due to for their last holiday of the season....and more interested visitors too....although we close the park on the 31st October we are here all winter if anyone wishes to visit out of season......I was told by one of our senior resident that our honey we produce at Les Vignes Vieilles may have other hidden qualities and will test it when he gets home.....I await for his great findings and will pass it on to you.....

Once again temperatures 30c plus today....and looks good for the best part of next week .....there are a few more packing up this week ready to leave us at the weekend but more joining us for the last month....can`t beleive it is the 1st October tomorrow how the season has flown...some of our new residents who bought this season have now joined us this week and I know everyone here will give them a warm welcome....it keeps the park more interesting meeting new residents...we do however attract the same customers semi retired or retired who are looking for that special place where they can have peace and tranquility.....As I walk around our park now it is surprising how it has matured .... we try to keep it as rustic as posible and not loose the beauty of the countryside ...all our new clients who visit are surprised how large the plots are and how they have been designed to leaving enormous spaces in between so everyone has their own personal  view and privicy...Every resident tells me they have the best plot which I think is wonderful....

This weekend is the Exeter show in Devon......if you missed the Beaulieu show you could always pop along to Exeter show....the weather here looks good for the next 2 weeks showing temperatures over 30c.....it is an added bonus to our residents who have returned here for their last few weeks of the season....The best place on the park today is definately the swimming pool....

We have had another glorious day temperatures really high 30c + it is really like summer....Saturday was a mixture of sun and rain which was expected...next week temperatures rising slightly which is good news to all our residents who are returning for October....I have been busy catching up with my veg plots and planting more cuttings for the park....Beaulieu had a good turn out and the weather was good which is a bonus when viewing the holiday homes...And good news for Les Vignes Vieilles we have quite a few interested customers now who are making arrangements to view us in October.....

Today the forecast is showing sun and showers although there is no sign of rain at the moment....and then more hot sunny days to follow 31 plus on Monday....our residents taking advantage of every day now and relaxing and still enjoying the pool.....Beaulieu show today and tomorrow....if your thinking of buying a new home, then why not go along to see all the 2012 models... send me the details of the homes of your choice and I will send you a total price delivered and installed here to Les Vignes Vieilles...I guarantee you will get the best price.....best plots ...spacious with their own views...tranquility...and a warm welcome....

Everyone is saying how great the weather is here but the forecast is showing it 29c by Sunday and to continue right through to next week....it is still like summer here in the Lot region although the evenings are a bit cooler and fresher first thing in the morning......the days are wonderful.....everywhere very dry I have never known a year like this one where we have had very little rain.....time to bring in the wood for the winter..... potting the winter pansies...gathering the tomatoes chillies and fruit....and most import welcome our new residents who are arriving for the last few remaining weeks...and meeting our new clients who are coming out to view Les Vignes Vieilles for the first time to choose their plot or  their holiday home ready for next season.........so lots to do....

A lovely sunny morning temperatures today around 23c and rising everyday 28c Friday... it is usually really nice weather here in  September......it makes it worth while to stay here until the end of October before we close for the winter.....everyone here still enjoying their holiday and have started to tidy their plots before they leave..cutting back their plants and bushes...and look forward to another season next March.... caravan shows on this week at Beaulieu this week if you are interested in a new home for next season public day Friday Saturday and Sunday...its a great way of viewing out these homes before you buy...and on a sunny day when you are your sitting inside a holiday you prefer and imagine it installed on your own private plot here at Les Vignes Vieilles...Our latest client to buy this week told me they hoped the park would live up to our web site....and after visiting the park told me our park was even better....we really are a unique park quiet, spacious plots and in a beautiful setting....you are welcome to visit and view our park without any obligation....no outside sales person involved... I want you to come here because it was your choice and stay here because it was the right one.... 

Everyone here is enjoying these wonderful hot and sunny days....I always think the more sunshine we have now will make the winter shorter....quite a few residents here at the moment and it is now when the tourist areas are quieter you can appreciate many of the historical towns....I am off to Bayonne the basque country this morning to visit my son for a few days....another advantage of the situation of our Park we are just a few hours from the med and the atlantic coast....a perfect base for travelling around Europe....the weekend is looking changeable and may keep my plants waatered while I am away but weather looking good again all next week.....perfect.... 

This great weather continues 30c plus this week...wonderfull...everyone really enjoying it here...all the grapes are ripening now and all the orchard is laden with fruit....considering we have had very little rain everything seems to have done well....the river Dordogne is very low and has not filled up at all due to lack of rain.....I passed the tractors collecting their tobacco leaves this morning ready to take in to dry....seems quite mad we grow plants which cause so much damage...when our dog Cork was missing I found another friend next to my washing line a male goat...we already have 3 goats and at a glance I thought one of them was out...no one has claimed him yet....

It is a bit overcast this morning, forecast sunshine and showers but still warm 21c....it was very hot here yesterday at least 34c ....temperatures around 27c this week so still very nice weather....quite alot of residents here this month and more coming and going....I have just placed the dates of the Beaulieu Caravan show on our homepage if you are thinking of going along to view the 2012 models.....

Another lovely evening spent with our residents in the clubhouse last night, and extra special being able to eat out on the terrace until quite late with these temperatures....forecast today 33c so hot....and continuing over the next few days....

What a beautiful morning sunny and the air is lovely....an early mist in the valley and now it is full sun 33c another pleasant  day for all to relax around the pool or soak up the sun on their sun-deck...followed by our Friday evening meal good to be able to sit outside and have a nice social event with our residents......next few days are also looking good with sunshine continuing.....

We have had sunshine and showers today but it feels very warm...and temperatures rising to 33c this weekend....not bad for September..... It is the last day of the Hull show today....and Beaulieu is next trade day 22nd September and then 23rd 24th and 25th September public days....its a good day out looking around all the different models....if you are thinking of buying a new home for next season why not go along and try them out....and then send me all the details of your choice and I will send you a total price delivered and installed here to our park....we are a unique park and will give you a good deal when you choose to install your new holiday home here at Les Vignes Vieilles....

We are expecting rain today however it is a lovely morning.....I think we are just on the border for rain but maybe we will have some overnight.....the week ahead looks good temperatures around 30c which is lovely for September...it is like a second spring here when everything starts to flower again...and it looks as if our Friday meal will be outside on the terrace which makes it even more special....

Yes its raining which is unusal here this season....23c today so still warm tomorrow full sunshine again, though the rest of the week changeable weekend is looking good....we have never had such  a dry year and looking around this drop of rain will freshen up all the plants and bushes....Into September now and still October to enjoy before we close these 2 months are usually warm and very pleasant here in the Lot region....if you are thinking of retirement or buying a home for next year why not go along to the Hull and Beaulieu Caravan show starting next weekend.....there are hundreds to choose from and its a really good day out...send any details of the homes you are interested in and I will send you a total price delivered and installed to Les Viges Vieilles...

It is just like an episode from Lassie come home after 8 nights my Golden Retreiver has been found...I received a phone call from our vets in Gourdon who told me someone had found him yesterday....as you could imagine I raced over there could`nt beleive he was still alive....he had been found 10 km from Gourdon by a very kind French couple who were travelling in their motor home..they saw him in a wooded area at the side of the road...it was an emotional moment as the three of us were in tears as he realised I was there....we will never know where his little adventure took him...he has survived  a very bad storm and many very hot days.... he has lost some weight but after a bath and a good haircut due to many seeds entangled in his hair he looks good for a 14 year old a tough old guy....truly a little miracle has happened in the Lot region..... temperatures this week around 24c though yesterday was very hot...

We had a lovely evening in the clubhouse with our residents last night at our Friday meal....as with many evenings this week we have watched the amazing flashes of lightening in the distance...temperatures today around 26c....it has been showing rain but it has not arrived yet....next weekend is the start of the mobile-home and lodges exibitions at The lawns in Hull.... followed by the Beaulieu show....so if you are thinking of buying a new home to have installed on one of our new plots why not go along and have a look at the 2012 models....if you would like a price of any home delivered and installed here...send me the details of the home of your choice and I will send you a total price.....

The last few days have been extremely warm 31c.... it does feel as though we will have a storm later today and some rain is due over the week-end....we had a lovely evening with our residents on Wednesday when we did our free evening meal to everyone on park.....its our way of thanking everyone who has joined us here at Les Vignes Vieilles for supporting us....we still continue to have lots of interest in our second-hand and new plots and its always nice to welcome new residents.....

We now have lovely weather again temperatures this week around 27c not quite has hot as last week....we had a storm due to the high temperatures and a day of heavy rain Friday, sadly I lost my Golden Retreiver who was 14 years old he went out at 6.00 am and did not return...we have looked everywhere for days maybe it was his time to leave us we shall miss him alot.....September nearly here I always think it is a nice month as is October not as busy in the tourist areas and pleasant temperatures....time for picking fruit and walnuts in this region.....

Temperatures a little bit lower today rain expected overnight....which is needed to clear the air a bit....sun and showers tomorrow but still high temperatures.....our wedding aniversary tomorrow 36 years how quickly it goes...mind you I think you get more for life.....next week we will be having one of our special free evenings where everyone is invited to eat and drink and have a good night....

Forecast today 38c but yesterday was 40c plus and could be the same today....this wonderful weather looks good for the next couple of weeks, maybe the odd down pour overnight which is normal with such high temperatures....the many fields of sunflowers now have their heads hanging low ready to be harvest....always seem a bit sad after seeing them turn daily into the sun.....the tabacco is also being cut now....and then will be the walnuts....September and October are lovely months not too hot and more couples visiting the region.....

Our beautiful weather continues.....39c yesterday and hot again today....we didn`t have much of a down pour but it did freshen everything up a bit.....the lovely weather continues next week though temperatures slightly lower 32c....Off for a dip in the pool now.....

It has been another glorious day here in the Lot region 34c....this evening is looking overcast and showing rain maybe a bit stormy.....just the job to clear the air overnight....and tomorrow and the weekend is looking very hot again 39c.....don`t think anyone is complaining here.....park filling up now after a very quiet July.....having said that we are never full so always peaceful here....certainly a diferent season this year all the hot dry weather and no rain for months then a cooler spell and now very hot....we usually have very nice Septembers and Octobers here which makes a nice end to the season for our visitors and residents....and off course there  are also more couples visiting when everywhere is a bit quieter...

What a day 34c today so very hot.....everyone loving the weather here....what better to place to be on a day like today but in the swimming pool.....we have a few grandchildren here at the moment and they beat all the older ones at boules tonight...well done....the sunshine will continue this week and temperatures increasing.....it is just after 9.15pm and all around us there is a wonderful sunset, temperature 21c so still very pleasant....what a wonderful end to the day....

Forecast today reaching at least 30c....though tomorrow is showing cloud and lightening the rest of the week is good and temperatures remaining high....this season has been very different to many others with the months of dry hot weather at the beginning and then a changeable July... the park looks very green for August....the Dordogne river is very low...having said that during our first years in France we actually walked across the river bed one year....well Saturday is here again and I think many of our residents will be heading for Sarlat market just a 25 minute drive away a lovely medival town....a very poplar place to visit with its wonderful market with stalls all through the town.....I love to sit and have a coffee right in the centre of the town and watch the locals selling their local produce, wines, cheeses, walnuts, mushrooms, the atmosphere is wonderful  it really is worth a visit.....

We are now selling made to measure chalets with an 8 month season,, we have new plots available with amazing views, more info available on our web site...

29c lovely.....once again we wake up to blue skys and sunshine and looking good for the next few days....still time to buy one of our second-hand homes or choose a new home for our new plots with amazing views...September and October are lovely months here and no fee to pay until 2012...

After a few showers early this morning it is very warm now and sunny 27c.....great weather for mushrooms....we have found many cepes this week....park very quiet at the moment with residents coming and going....but as always very peaceful.....can`t beleive we are already into August oh how the months pass...which makes everyone enjoy every day here....lots of markets to visit and many brocante and fairs this month so plenty to do....Friday is Souillac market which is only 20 minute drive away.....and of course Saturday is Sarlat market which this time of year you must leave quite early to park..... 

We had a good down pour of rain thunder and lightening Tuesday evening....now back to 27c and sunny I think a changeable few days mixture of sun and rain and then sunny again.....everywhere looks very green for August and all the flowers on park and on our residents plots look lovely.....

Waking up once again to blue skys and sunshine temperatures reaching 30c this week-end so lovely for out visitors and residents....the advantage of our quiet park due many of our residents having frequent trips we are never full so not like any other camping or park which commercial let....our swimming pool is empty most of the time so if you love a peaceful swim it is perfect....infact it is like having your own pool and not having to arrive and clean each time you visit...that also goes with cutting the grass we do it for you.....sounds just what you are looking for well contact me we still have homes for sale.....and there are many more weeks of the season remaining....or if you are planning retirement for next year why not buy now like many have done this year as there are no fees to pay until 2012.....

Yes the sun is back again lovely day here in Le Vigan 25c.....and weather looking very promising for next week with temperatures rising......time to get out the loungers open a bottle of wine and relax on your sundecks..... perfect....

Yes just like the song, but good news is better tomorrow.....and temperatures rising everyday, 21c today so warm rain.....Well rain or not we are still selling holiday homes so can`t be bad....if we can sell homes when it is grey and raining our park must be good......still time to book a quick break to come and view and see what we have to offer and still time to buy and enjoy August and through to the end of October and no rent to pay until 2012.....

After a lovely sunny day yesterday the forecast is a bit grim for the next couple of days, temperatures from 20c rising to 27c by Thursday and then sunny again.....after months of dry weather and not a single drop of rain it is not surprising it is catching up now......its such a shame for those who only have a short holiday where the majority here stay for many months and have the advantage of sunshine most of the season.....

Sun and showers is the forecast this week slightly cooler reaching around 24c by the week-end......I suppose after all the months of no rain it has to arrive sooner or later....still plenty of things to do here and wonderful places to visit.....there are also so many lovely restaurants where you can enjoy the regions wonderful cuisine....

We have had a week of lovely weather but changing slightly today 24c sun so not quite has hot as we are use too.... a mixture this week of sunshine and odd day of showers.....more tourists in the area now and will continue through to August......

A very hot and sunny day today here at Les Vignes Vieilles and everyone here loving it.........The bushes on the park are all in flower and look stunning....A special event here in France the Bastide day and so lots of celebrations and fireworks in every village this this Thursday.....

After a mixture of sunshine and tiny drops of rain we had a thunderstorm last night, in the distance we could see the lightening and wondered if it would come our way....and at 4.30 am it finally reached us a good downpour of rain which was much needed for the trees and plants on the park.....a misty morning but sunhine to follow later with temperatures around 27c and increasing to 33c by Monday.....it not  unusal to have storms in the evening after warm sunny days which is perfect when it rains overnight and clears up in time to start another lovely day.....its been a season of lots of residents coming and going and more due to arrive this week.... we had a very enjoyable evening on Friday when many of our residents joined us for our weekly get together in the clubhouse....lots of chatter and laughter and a warm and pleasant evening outside on the terrace.....

Temperatures today 27c and reaching a least 32c by Monday.......more residents here at the moment soaking up all this wonderful sunshine......We really are a unique park there are many times during the day when you can have our swimming pool to yourselves.....and even in high season no more than 10 people are using it...where else could you have this luxury.....there are some beautiful places to visit.....The gardens of Marqueyssac dating back to the 17th century, one of the many attractions in our region  breath taking views 800 meters from the Chateau and 130 meters above the river.....designed for walking the paths organised into 3 circuits that lead to the Belvedere....terraces and extraordinary boxwoods, 150,000 all cut with hand shears...a variety of Holm oaks, Montpellier maples.... Candlelight evenings every Thursday from dust till midnight in July and August it really is worth a visit.... 

After a week of very high temperatures reaching at least 39c, we had heavy rain during the night and a day of rain on Monday.... now we are back to the glorious summer sunshine....waking up once again to blue skys...perfect great start to the day.....todays temperature from 26c and reaches much higher temperatures by Sunday......residents continue to come and go here but more due to arrive this month.....lots to do in this region canoeing down the Dordogne visiting the many bastide towns....wonderful markets selling products of their region, cheeses, nuts, wines,arts and crafts.....On these hot sunny days it also good to visit the underground caves, Grottes de Padirac is amazing to visit....and if you love painting what better place to take a relaxing break there is always something wonderful to see around every corner in this region....

 35c plus this weekend summer is definately here in the Lot region....Saturday tomorrow which means Sarlat market day where everyone go to walk through the medival town...lot of stalls selling local produce and anything that catches your eye from paintings to local pottery and much more....a lovely place to have lunch or an evening meal..... Sunday there is a brocante at Domme which also attracts many in the region...... a small village but a very pretty one with restaurants which overlook the amazing views over the Dordogne...really worth a visit....

Tired of touring well nows the time to take advantage of our summer sales.....there is still time to have a new 2011 holiday home delivered and installed here for this season....we can give you a good discount on remaining homes available......if you were thinking of your retirement next year this is the best time to grab a bargin....no fees to pay until next year....as with every year the price of a new home increases and also delivery....you can have your home installed and set up ready for 2012.....We also have a nice selection of second-hand for sale all in very good condition which you can use immediately...Why not take a short break and come and see what we have on offer, flights to Brive Valley de la Dordogne only 20 minutes away....Limoges, Toulouse, Rodez, Bergerac all approx 1hr.25 minutes drive.... Visit our park and have a wander around without any obligation.....Temperatures reaching 36c next week......

It is a very warm day here at Les Vignes Vieilles, as I walked around the park today with my clients it was so peaceful all you could here was the birds singing..... I think we will have some rain overnight and tomorrow as the temperatures have jumped 10c so quickly.....we continue to have lots of interest in our park as we move into the summer season.....Luke today is cutting the grass always keeping the park looking good....

Yesterday was a mixture of sun and showers, but great for planting..... today around 22c but reaching 30c by Monday.....Everywhere on Park looks very pretty and green, lots of flowers out on many of the sun-decks... nice to see how much pride our residents have in their plots....after all it is their little piece of France where they can come and go whenever they choose.....

After to extremely hot days here in Le Vigan yesterday we had rain......back to sunshine today reaching as high as 28c and 30c by Monday......it is quite usualy here to have many hot sunny days then some rain overnight and straight back into lovely weather....I have been told by our residents that many residents who have left Les Vignes Vieilles continue to read my blog and still take lots of interest in our Park......its good to hear they still have fond memories of their stay here and shows our park really works well.....

Beautiful weather in the Lot 28c......lots of residents coming and going at the moment.....lovely region... wonderful weather.... .  good food and wine...peace and tranquility....what more could you ask for......

Once again I awake to a cloudy sky.....whats happening....no not to worry sunshine will come later and reaching 20c....forecast tomorrow rain but looking good for the week-end.....I have been able to do alot of gardening since our downpour of rain....I had grown some plants and needed to move some bushes that I have been growing, but due to the 3 extremely dry months here in Le Vigan I had to wait until it rained....so for me the weather is ideal...I  think our residents were also happy to see some rain...but they are ready to relax on their sun-decks now....I have had a family of woodpeckers its is the first time I have actually had them feeding their young ones near the house....If you are considering buying a new home....now is the best time to get a good deal....soon stocks will be running out and the manufacturers will be designing the new homes ready for 2012.... If you are thinking of next season you could save quite a bit if you have it delivered this season and have it set up ready for your retirement or holiday next spring....Send your chosen model or models and I will send you a total price delivered and installed here....remember no site fee this season.... 

No sunshine this morning forecast sun and cloud today reaching 24c....our heavy rain has certainly helped all the plants and all the dry patches of grass are green again....not a bad temperature for visiting the many tourist attractions in the region, lots of brocantes and fairs at the moment... I am often asked as we are in the heart of the country-side are there many places to visit.... the answer is yes... Rocamadour is a stunning city built high up on the cliff edge with amazing views....Sarlat and Gourdon are lovely medival towns to visit and their wonderful markets....Domme is another pretty village with outstanding views of the surrounding country-side and the river Dordogne.... you can enjoy a coffee or a meal in their restaurants which overlook the river and watch all the canoes pass by....you can visit the grottes with all their prehistoric paintings... just to name a few we are very lucky to be central to all these attractions....and at the end of the day you can return to peace and tranquility at Les Vignes Vieilles... relax on your sun-deck...glass of wine....perfect..... 

Yes we definately had rain last night,  as we watched  the dark clouds in the distance pass by thinking we would once again have no rain we were wrong....the heavens opened and it rained most of the night its a long time since I have seen such a downpour extremely heavy.... all the pots and tubs are full to the brim this morning.... as usual here the sun is shining and looks to be another warm day... rain is forecast again during the week I think a mixture of sunny days and rain...temperatures not has high but still more than 20c.....A big brocante today at Souillac one of the biggest in the area so at least the weather is fine for it.....

It is a bright and sunny morning here temperatures reaching 23c today which is 10c lower than last week...but still very warm and pleasant here...we have has some rain and I do beleive more to come over the next few days..its showing sun and rain for the next few days but temperatures rising.....it is a bank holiday here and eveeryone is off site visiting the many attractions which are on this week-end.....

We have finally had some rain, a good down pour yesterday and during the night.....a mixture of rain and sunshine for the next couple of days but temperatures around 27c through into next week.....Our birds in our avary were enjoying the raining all washing themselves and many birds this morning looking for worms....we continue to have many enquiries and visitors which is great for buisness......

I have been away for a couple of days to visit my new grandson baby Liam, weighing in at 8lbs he`s  adorable.... we have been told he will be very tall and looking at his hands and size I am sure a rugby player ...while I have been away it remained very hot here, this morning slighly cooler reaching 26c today.... rain is forecast from tonight and for a couple of days.....we shall see having had dark clouds all around us every evening during the last week but no rain.....well soon be June so if you are thinking of having a home this season its time to make the move....book your crossings or flights...and get packed...we still have a nice selection of second-hand homes for sale...and lovely new plots available for a new home...we can now offer anyone who is interested in a lodge  one which is made to measure....you can choose how many rooms and sizes....

I have just placed some photos of the new Regal Holiday Home which arrived this week, I will continue to to add more photos has the home is installed.....the weather here today is much cooler 21c we are expecting a much needed a drop of rain .... temperatures will continue to rise back to 30c during the week.....For those of you who are looking for a more permenant residence which also has an all year season, we can now offer you a lodge which is made to your requirements, more details are on our web site......

Yes it is very hot here today, not a cloud in the sky......no sign of rain but I don`t think our residents are too disappointed....residents coming and going and all have been busy potting their plants or cleaning the outside of their homes ready for another enjoyable peaceful season here at Les Vignes Vieilles......although there seems to be lots of doom and gloom in the news, we are still very busy here with more visitors \ariving to view our park..... maybe everyone just wants to get away and take a relaxing break....as they say lifes too short......

A mixture of blue skys and clouds this morning but still warm, there seems to be every evening dark clouds passing us but still no rain....temperatures continue to rise which keeps our residents happy.....there are markets in every village during the week today it is at Soulliac, our local town Gourdon has a food market every Tuesday and Saturday mornings and a larger market every third week of the month...

The sun continues to shine here in the Lot region temperatures reaching 30c and no sign of rain this week.....although no one here is complaining.....we are awaiting a new holiday home to be delivered which is not only exciting for the new owner but really exciting for us......always good to see a new model arrive and watch another plot change has the new home is installed.....we have lots of interested visitors arriving to view our park and are looking forward to joining Les Vignes Vieilles.... Due to the lack of rain I soaked a patch where I planted my sunflowers on the park yesterday evening....I have never known us to have no rain for such a long period....

A bright and fresh morning here in the Lot region.... temperatures today 20c much cooler than last week but by Wednesday temperatures reaching 30c..... these changes in temperatures are quite normal for here one minute there can be a downpour of rain and the next really hot sunny weather......great growing weather....there are more and more tourists in the area as we reach the middle of May.....and this weather will bring out the locals and visitors to the many fetes that are on in all the villages this month.....a lovely region with so many beautiful places to visit.......

Well its raining this morning and although our residents love their sunshine they all mentioned at the meal last night we do need some rain..... all the birds and animals are washing themselves... I was watching two blackbirds going into one of my plantpots which I had watered, and all day they were taking huge mouthfuls of the compost to make their nests.... I should think they will be happy now  as the worms surface...Another enjoyable evening in our clubhouse last night....lots of chatter and laughter... for me I love meeting new residents as everyone have their own stories and have lead some very interesting lives....looks like indoor jobs today but looking forward to the Léobard flower fair tomorrow luckily its showing sun again on Sunday......

We had a 30 minutes heavy shower of rain which has freshened everywhere up but we do need much more for the plants and trees.....today 26c so still warm and sunny and looking good for the yearly flower fair at the Abbey in Léobard  just outside Gourdon ....the X11 century Cistercian Abbey was built around 1260 to 1287... though it is a ruin the remaining walls and arches and history attracts many visitors.. and you can go inside where their are many photos and information about the history of the Abbey and families of the village of Léobard.... all the stalls being placed all around the Abbey and grounds I think one of the best fairs in such a beautiful setting......  Friday the 13th and thats food night for our residents on Park a nice opportunity for everyone to get together for an enjoyable evening.....

Its perfect weather for a visit why not book a short break and come and visit Les Vignes Vieilles.....and see what we have on offer.... some lovely second-hand homes all in very good condition installed on large private plots with their own view.....or maybe you fancy a new home of your choice....we have new plots available with magnificent views.....take advantage of this beautiful weather 28c today....feel free to wander around the park and chat to our residents who decided Les Vignes Vieilles was their best choice.....we are preparing a new plot ready for another home to arrive, I will post some pictures of the home and updates as it is installed and ready for our residents first visit.....

The weather here in the Lot is just like summer.....reaching at least 28c and still no rain.... we had very strong winds at the week-end but that has stopped now and we are back waking up  to calm, peacefu, andl beautiful mornings....although it is very dry here the plants just seem to be coping...lots of brocante around everywhere at the moment and the weather is perfect....

It was a lovely morning at the Cales flower show, lots of beautiful flowers and plants for sale.....and the sun has continued to shine all day temperatures around 25c.... at the moment it is showing rain for Tuesday so we wait and see, everywhere is very dry and we desperately need some rain for the plants...here in the Lot region the weather can change very quickly after a good down pour it can change very quickly and  be very hot again........

Residents very happy here and no sign of rain.... temperatures reaching 25c if not more....perfect.....lots of blossom this year on bushes and trees and our bees are more than happy... Barry has built another hive and hopes to catch another swarm.....everyone here watched and enjoyed the royal wedding yesterday and we wish them all the  best.... perhaps there secret honeymoon maybe here at Les Vignes Vieilles.... last night we had another enjoyable Friday evening meal with our residents its nice end to the week.... Sunday 1st May is the flower show at Cazals I love visiting this show there are lots and lots of stalls with every variety of flowers beautiful roses vegetable plants, hanging baskets, local produce for sale and much more, and as always a meal and entertainment for the family, a day out not to be missed.....

It is a beautiful sunny morning here almost 9.00 am and very warm already....breakfast outside is bliss in this peaceful surroundings, the only sound to be heard is the birds and chickens and maybe the odd grunt from Gimly....grass cutting continues today by Luke always keeping the park looking at its best....Barry first job is servicing his tractor... I am looking forward to the flower fairs which are all due shortly, there is a wonderful fair on Sunday at Cazals, where everyone go to buy their flowers and vegetable plants and as always its a day out for all the family, with food and entertainment....

Iwas probably the only one on the park who was praying for rain....we had some thunder and a couple of heavy showers and a bit more over night but no where near enough for the plants and trees....the flowers look a bit more perky and it has washed all the pollen away which was covering all the cars and homes, but the ground is very dry and it is impossible to plant anything out at the moment.... Today 25c which is wonderful and everyone here is loving it....As always we had a family get together for Easter it makes all the difference when you can sit outside for breakfast, and continue the rest of the day and evening enjoying the weather, food and wine.... one of the advantages of having a home here in the Lot.....As I walked around the Park this Easter some of our residents were weeding their plants cutting back the honeysuckle, while others were relaxing reading their books, or taking photos of all the butterflys which are out earlier this spring.....there are many wild orchids coming out now and the fields are covered in wild flowers a very pretty time of the year....

The forecast was showing rain for the weekend but it never arrived... beautiful sunny morning 21c at the moment and looking good for the rest of the week.....I visited a strawberry fair yesterday.... it was a lovely morning for it they had lots of stalls with plants for sale and a brocante... They make an enormous strawberry tart  at least 8m x 5m I will be placing some photos on the web shortly..... A great family day out live music, a small fair for the children, a beer tent and wine for sale, and as always a good meal...Lots more fairs during May....

We had a lovely evening last night when we opened the clubhouse for the first night this season.....it was nice to see our residents again and a great opportunity for everyone to meet our new residents who have joined us this season....Barry and Luke had been busy all week working in the clubhouse making a few changes and they did a great job....unfortunately our weather has changed this morning after 24c all week it will only reach around 20c today and we are due some very much needed rain....everywhere has been so dry and all the cars and surfaces have been covered with pollen which my son Lewis tells me thats good for his bees.....but as always the weather can change very quickly here and we are looking at full sunsine on Tuesday 25c....Its Saturday today and everyone will be off to Sarlat market lots and lots of stalls to see all around this lovely medieval town....as for me I am waiting for the ground to soak up  any rain we may have and then I will be out planting my sunflowers and moving some bushes...(but its not raining yet )..Wishing you all a very happy Easter....

Yes its the first night of the season down the clubhouse we have made a few changes, we are always looking of ways to upgrade our park to keep our existing residents happy and also our new residents.... We have had quite a few residents out all ready who have returned to England and more due out shortly....Some of our resdients arrive for a long stay where others choose to book a few crossings or flights during the season....That is the advantage of having a holiday home here, once you have everything you need in your home ,you can plan your next break or holiday when ever you choose.... No grass to cut no swimming pool to clean on arrival... and after your relaxing stay you can close the door behind you and leave your home knowing it is secure until the next time....Sounds just what you are looking....why not take a short break and visit our park and see what we have on offer without any obligation and an added bonus no fees to pay this season... take advantage of this wonderful weather 24c...

Temperatures reached 24c today it is just like summer here....everyone here is taking adventage of this wonderful weather and why not....when I was sorting out our library on Saturday I found a nest on top of the cupboard hidden by books, this nest was there last year and this little bird was not concerned when anyone was choosing their books... I did see the bird take its young from the nest  .... as I thought it was an old nest I lifted it down  there were 4 eggs in the nest not knowing if it was the old nest I placed it outside while I cleaned the room... then I saw her watching me from the top of an oak tree and placed the nest back on the cupboard and hid it with some books and moved away... she didn`t return so I finished off the cleaning... this morning I walked down the park  to see if she was there, she popped her head out to see who it was visiting...I think she has found a safe place to return to every spring and how lovely it us for all of us here...

Yes the weather is great  here and the temperatures are rising every day..... 24c this week-end wonderful.... Its a very busy time for us here preparing the holidays homes ready for the residents returning and carying out any repairs.. and of course the grass had to be cut again it really is growing fast now.... I have been sorting out the library what a selection of books....Next job is to get the clubhouse ready to open which will be Friday, quite a few residents arriving this week...I have all my sunflower plants ready to out into their beds this week I grow quite alot of varieties the large yellow ones,  and pom pom sunflowers and also the multi colour sunflowers... We have collected our turkey eggs and placed some in our incubator, we checked them after a week and they are fertile so looking forward in just over 3 weeks to some baby turkeys...Our Rhode Island red hens are also sat on eggs, just in time for Easter...Our residents love the fresh eggs, they are free range and only fed on corn which makes the yokes very yellow unlike the shop bought eggs...Having grown up on a poutry farm with my grandparents and parents I still think there is someting special when you here the hens clucking and going out and collecting the eggs, somthing I am looking forward to with my grandchildren....

Another glorious morning a little bit fesh first thing but warms up lovely during the day.....as always with this wonderful weather everything grows really fast and the grass is growing the fastest....We are working on the club house at the moment making a few changes inside....and also genral repairs on park.... so lots to do and I`m off out now to catch up on the outside work.....Happy days...

I think I can say 13th has been a good day for me.... It is nearly 6.00 pm here and at the end of my busy day I am sat outside 20c enjoying a glass of wine whoops maybe two.... It has been a lovely day here at Les Vignes Vieilles, I spent 3 hours with some very nice customers who are interested in joining our park...after their visit they told me they had enjoyed every minute of their visit and had never visited a park as unique as ours.... which I think says it all...they enjoyed the views the countryside and the peace and tranquility....I have also spent the day welcoming our new residents who have joined us this season and making sure they have everything they need and are settling in....Over all a very good day......

Temperatures slightly lower today than last week but still warm and increasing everyday again....There is a new local produce shop open and is also a restaurant in Gourdon just across the road from Intermarché, I called in to have a look this week is is really nice much larger than I thought, selling vegetables, bread, cheeses, foi gras magret and lots of bio products realy worth a visit, they also had a nice menu for lunch.....The orchids are starting to appear on the land, a different variety every week.....

Outside this morning looks very still not even a tiny breeze... we had a small ammont of rain yesterday which the plants really need after the high temperatures we had last week....I was just about to say it was cloudy and the sun has come out 20c today so a nice temperature.... staying about the same all week but sunny....everywhere now is very green most of the trees have their leaves now and the scent of the lilac trees is lovely.....

Yes definately feels like summer with temperatures rising all week as high as 29c if not more.... for our new visitors and anyone arriving Sunday it is showing cloud and maybe a drop of rain but the good news is it will go back to wall to wall sunshine......They having started to picking the asparagus now and when you pass the tunnels with all the strawberries in they are covered in flowers which will also be picked soon....All the grass was cut on the park yesterday and the swimming pool is now filling up.....

 I have just come back from Bayonne  33c to temperatures today of 26c beautiful.... and increasing everyday fantastic.... so lovely to come back just five days away and the lilacs are in bloom, trees now have their leaves, dandelions and daisies are everywhere wonderful....winter is forgotton now and the good weather is here and sitting outside this evening with a glass of wine is the best....Residents are arriving and more to follow shortly.... New visitors arriving for the first time will view our beautiful quiet park for the first time and as always will fall in love with this beautiful region just as we did 21 years ago... we have a nice selection of second-hand homes for sale for a very small price, and for those who prefer a new home, we have wonderful new plots available with amazing views for a home of your choice....Come and join us here at Les Vignes Veilles and start your holiday or retirement now......

After the rain we have had during the last two days the sun is returning tomorrow, temperatures this week-end reaching 26c.....can`t wait....we have had showers on and off this week but it has been good for all the plants and trees....More residents are planning to come out in April its good to see the holiday homes opened up and once again enjoying relaxing with a glass of wine on their sun-decks soaking up the sun or off out exploring the region.....It is extremely quiet here and peaceful and an ideal location for that well earned break or perfect for retirement......

The forecast this week sun and showers... but very mild temperatures between 10c and 14c....good news picking up Thursday and   26c on Saturday.....Pefect growing weather and how the grass is shooting up now....many more residents here in April so it will be nice to see   more holiday homes opened up....Swimming pool has now been painted now   Barry and Luke have some very nice fashion boots now, speckled blue....   Lots of fruit trees now in blossom it looks really pretty here....I will be planting out some salad into my raised beds   today while we have the showers.....

It feels as if we have missed a season which can happen here.....all week has been like summer 22c wonderful.... Barry and Luke are painting the pool and then we can start filling it up...Everywhere is full of colours now cherry trees are in blossom and everywhere you look there there is blossom out on hedges and trees....  As I passed through Auniac the farmers have all their plastic tunnels covered for the strawberries and the asparagus is covered in plastic, the French prefer their asparagus white and not green like the English do....

Everyone is enjoying this lovely weather it is just like summer.... some of our residents have been and gone... sorted out their homes for another season and will be back again next month.....they have already planted rosemary and lavenders on their plots... done all their weeding washed their mobile-homes down and done their spring cleaning....the advantage of a mobile-home all these jobs can be done in a short visit.... unlike a house which will need  alot more cleaning maintenance, plus if you have a pool you have to spend alot of time cleaning and setting it up... not to mention grass cutting.... here at Les Vignes Vieilles it is all done for you... your home is already opened up electric water and gas is on our technicians come out and service your boiler every season so there are no added worries.....sounds to good to be true... well get yourselves over here and take full advantage of our extremely quiet park, large private plots and friendly atmosphere.... we are a unique park unlike any others....Why not take a small break and have a look around our park without any obligation no other outside sales persons involved we are a hard working family buisness...We have a nice selection of second-hand homes for sale ready for immediate occupation, plus some lovely plots for a new home of your choice.. all this can be arranged ready for this season......

Yesterday was the first day for our residents to start soaking up the sun....beautiful weather here blue skys 17c today and rising daily 20c for friday....Quite a few due later this week and more arriving next week nice to see the holiday homes opened up again and a bit of life on Park...I have been busy planting and weeding, next job to tackle our library, didn`t realise how many books there are now...Our fish pond on the park have got young Carps only noticed them this morning....

We have had rain overnight and it continues to rain this morning 5c.... sunshine to follow this afternoon with temperatures reaching 14c the start of a very warm and sunny week and temperatures rising to 18c..... Everywhere is looking clean and fresh after the windy days last week have now blown all the remaining leaves away and the rain now washing off all the dust of the plants and trees....Spring is in the air Omar Leisure Lodges and Park homes are having an exibition from 23rd March until 27th March, lots of new models being launched....

After a cooler day yesterday it will gradually begin to warm up again.... 14c today and continues to rise next week 18c and sunshine.....can`t wait... already quite a few have arrived its good to see them back again and bring some life back into the park....everyone cleaning their homes and setting up for another season....I love this time of year when you go out no matter where you drive the French are all preparing their gardens, planting, getting their outdoor jobs done after the winter....my garden is also bursting into life plants popping up everywhere and yes so are the weeds, and the grass is growing which keeps our horses happy....Yes for me its the best time of year waking up to the birds singing and our chickens clucking  after laying their eggs....and everywhere you walk there are flowers appearing on the land ....perfect...

After a couple of very windy days it is now raining, it is very mild 15c so not to bad.... changeable all week a mixture of sunshine and showers... Next week looking much better sunshine and temperatures reaching 17c.... All the plants are pushing through the earth very quickly now, bushes are now in buds looking greener everyday.... 

Its just after 8.am and its 8c here, forecast today 18c sun and cloud similar temperatures during the week.... Our first visiters arrive this week so I hope the weather is good for them.....

Its has been very windy and it is raining today... much needed everywhere is very dry....it is showing changeable weather this week but temperatures around 18c.... warm rain....it is amazing after a drop of rain how everywhere bursts into life and looks very green...

Its 12c this morning and sunny later today reaching 17c beautiful.... There was a cool wind at the beginning of the week but its lovely now, it has been a while since we had some rain and I do beleive it is due shortly...but for now we must enjoy this lovely weather... the men have been cleaning the pool all week and are now ready to paint....

It is glorious weather here 17c and temperatures rising.... just like summer blue skys and not a cloud in site wonderful.... Birds are starting to build their nests, I had a magpie this morning breaking branches off in front of my window and flying over the back of the house building its nest...Willows looking really green now daisies violets and dandelions cover the land.... Lewis bees are working well after the winter so we should have some lovely honey produced of the land this year....

It has been very overcast these last few days -1 this morning and only 6c but sun is managing to come out from time to time.... but really looking forward to 14c and sunshine at the week-end....Going to plant out some of my salads which have been growing in Barry`s wonderful greenhouse he built this winter....Residents starting to come back next week and more in April.....

After hail stone last night we have a beautiful sunny morning a bit fresh but I am sure it will warm up nicely today.... we have finally this morning got our internet connected after quite a few problems last season, so don`t forget to bring your lap tops....We have a new restaurant opened in Gourdon, it sells regional products and also has a restaurant attached....Lots of bulbs are coming out now and Camelias and all over the region their are Mimosa trees covered in flowers.....

Although it is showing 12c it feels much cooler today, we have had a mixture of wet and sunny days which is normal for this time of year...we are all waiting for spring once we get this weather out of the way....There is blossom coming out on the prune trees and the forsythia bushes are just starting to flower... not long before our first visitors arrive and once again we  start our new season.... exciting for us this year as we have many new residents joining us this year and as always looking forward to our residents who have been here with us for some time returning....We are really like one big family here we get to meet family and friends of our residents and notice how the children have grown from one year to another....

Yesterday started off quite dry but by the afternoon changed and we had alot of rain and overnight too... this morning it is overcast but should reach 12c today with sunshine, the rest of the week is a mixture of sun and rain, it has been a much dryer winter and we need the rain before summer....We have been clearing out more trees and bushes on the park this week and bringing more light into the plots and cutting down any dead trees...There are daffodils out on many of the plots the herbs gardens also on their plots have survived the winter and look really good...Time to look for any good offers on the crossings and flights, if you are able to book in advance you can save quite a bit...On the French site the euro tunnel is offering a good deal at the moment 15euros one way....

If your thinking of buying a holiday home this season, well why not visit the NEC Birmingham Caravan at Birmingham. It starts on 22nd February until 27th February, once you have chosen a Mobile-Home or Lodge send all the details to me and I will forward you a total price delivered and installed here to Les Vignes Vieilles Holiday Home Park.....Weather here is around 12c and sun and cloud, tiny violets are now coming out on the park......

The weather is a bit changeable this week we have had a bit of rain, sunshine, and overcast days...temperatures between 12c and 14c so not too bad....Just waiting for a couple of dry days to paint the swimming pool...Time is moving on now before we open we are almost ready to start our new season and looking forward to welcoming everyone back and also our new residents who have bought a holiday home over the winter...All I need to do now is to place an order for some sunshine perfect..... 

Only 1c this morning so a bit fresh it has been alot warmer the last couple of weeks, but promising 15c today......Everywhere is extremely dry so in need of a drop of rain which will happen in the next few days to freshen up all the bushes and willows which are now bursting into life....Week-end again and we are counting the days before we open how the winter has flown by.....It is the NEC show shortly in Birmingham so anyone wishing to check out any new holiday homes it is the place to visit....We have beautiful plots available unlike any other park with amazing views and lots of privicy....

Yes this wonderful weather continues here in the Lot region.... 17c today perfect....birds are singing, chickens are laying, sun is shining and daisies and dandelions everywhere....Why would anyone not want a piece of this paradise....now when I walk through the park on these sunny mornings I can imagine everyone once again sitting on their sun-decks soaking up the sun and the wonderful atmosphere, piece and tranquility....Time to put your plans in place, ferries and flights booked and looking forward to another season at Les Vignes Vieilles....

Its lovely to wake up to sunshine and blue skysand the birds singing away..... Temperatures this week 16c, we were all out working yesterday in teeshirts....Can`t be bad for February...All our bushes are pruned back now a sure sign that opening day is not far away.....We had our 1st bbq of the year last night I am sure the start of many more to come...Good weather at the moment for our early buyers who will visit our park for the fist time and will experience this wonderful quiet place,  which remains throughout the season....A perfect setting for a stressfree  retirement or holiday.....

After a couple of cold wet and miserable days, it is 12c today reaching at least 15c this week, it is usual for us to have 2 weeks of good weather just before we open on the  1st March.....No time to loose this week, trees and bushes to be pruned back and if their is no frost we will be painting the swimming pool. I feel it is important not only for new clients but for our residents that the standards here at Les Vignes Vieilles are kept high...We are always looking for ways to constantly improve our Park....

I can`t remember the last time it rained everywhere is so dry.....as I walked my dogs yesterday I noticed a change in the colour of the branches on the willows, they are the first that will burst into life here they are just waiting for this drop of rain.... temperatures around 8c today but it feels very mild then tomorrow back to sunshine and temperatures rising all week.....For me I beleive it has been a very short winter here ,yes we have had snow and some low temperatures, but we have been able to carry on with our work during winter and start alot of jobs earlier ready for our opening on the 1st March.....and what better way to start the day with blue skys and sunshine....Although there is alot of doom and gloom in England we continue to sell new and second-hand homes, maybe people want to get away from it all rather than stay at home listening to it...We are looking forward to everyone coming back and also looking forward to our new residents who have bought over the winter and will be joining us this season.... Don`t forgot our new airport will be flying in from Brive Valley of the Dordogne many airports in England which is great if you don`t fancy the drive or are planning a short break to visit our park only a 30 minute drive.....We have some lovely second-hand for sale and lovely new plots with amazing views for a holiday home of your choice..... Just 1hr 30 minutes from Bergerac airport, Limoges, Toulouse and Rodez....Many of our residents book early and get some amazing deals which also includes a hire car....

It is very mild outside this morning, temperatures no more than 5c today and a bit overcast but sunshine due again tomorrow and temperatures rising....Barry is placing top soil on the new plots and Luke is busy cutting trees, some of the plots have overgrown so quickly so its much needed it will bring in more sunshine and light....Time is moving on very quickly now and all these jobs have to be out of the way before our residents return.....it is amazing how winter can be put behind us as soon as you start the seasons work again, though I know we will be due for a bit more winter weather before we open it is nice to take advantage while the weather is good...... 

Very cold overnight and frosty in the mornings, but as long as you wrap up its blue skys and sunshine and lovely to be out walking....I have been looking after our many birds who visit us daily, today I have melted some fat mixed in some bird seed and dipped in enormous pine cones once covered I have hung them up everywhere, they were cautious at first but are now tucking into them... our grandaughter is 6 months old today and she has been  watching all the birds coming and going...We are expecting our first grandson this summer so our family is growing everyday...It seems a long time since I use to walk all over the land with the boys and down the streams, watching them build their tree houses, riding our horses down the many tracks, fishing and walking our dogs and goats.. We loved to explore every patch of our 33 acres always finding something new... It is something I am now looking forward to sharing with our grandchildren when they are older....

There has been a frost overnight my car is white all over but it is already 2c this morning so I don`t think the temperatures were too low overnight...At least its not cold and wet although its colder you can still wrap up and go out for a walk or do some jobs....Which at the moment we are building a greenhouse not needed in the summer months here, but ideal for growing your plants early ready for spring and will also be great for providing us with fresh herbs and salad through the winter....We have also been doing some groundwork getting the new plots ready before the delivery of  our new homes....Even though it is winter the new plots are looking really good all very large and exceptionally large spaces between each home and to the front and rear as well, giving everyone their own private plot....The views are magnificent and I am sure our new residents will be more than pleased when they relax on their sun-decks having a glass of wine.....

Yes it is just like spring at the moment temperatures around 14c blue skys and sunshine.....It has given me a chance to get out of the way alot of the jobs we do in spring, veg patch all ready for planting and garden rid of all dead plants in the garden it is amazing how many plants are already through...We usually get 2 good weeks of good weather in February, but unfortunately it does go cold and wet for after this until we open which is a bit of a shock after such lovely weather....There has been frost lower down in the valley but it has missed us here....We are expecting to have a few more sunny days but temperatures dropping and a possibility of rain and snow on Sunday and Monday, so we must get as many jobs done outside before it changes....

Weather here changeable temperatures between 10c and 14c this week raining at the moment but due to clear up later.....All the contracts posted yesterday to all our residents ready for another season, not long now before we open again 1st March....We usually get 2 weeks of lovely weather in February which helps to finish all our outside work before everyone arrives back....athough it has been very mild since Christmas and has already helped us to do some jobs....

We all up yesterday morning to see the  partial eclipse luckily there was little cloud.... Last night we had a drop of rain but it is sunny again here this morning, this week we have had -4 but it is mild again today 10c which is great for those outdoor jobs that need doing....

The weather here is very mild 13c today what a change from last week.....You would think it was spring with all the birds singing every morning....Good time to starting cutting back all the bushes on park and getting my raised seed beds ready for spring....Yes spring is just around the corner time to plan your trips and also for our new residents filling your spare room with all items you will need for your new home...I think buying a holiday home is a great adventure a new phase in your life and something new to look forward to....A time to share your holiday home with your family and friends and also meeting new friends....The lot region is a lovely area to visit and also we are on the border of the Dordogne so many places to visit..... Not to miss out the wine and wonderful regional food...

 Having had a lovely white Christmas with our family the snow is now melting fast, it is 10c today and temperatures due to rise every day...I have walked the dogs this morning it is very mild and pleasant... Work will start again now getting the park ready to open for the  1st March 2011 season.... We have quite a few new residents this season and we are looking forward to them joining us at Les Vignes Vieilles shortly...As with many of our second-hand sales we will also miss the residents who will be leaving us, but I am sure they will come and visit us and their many friends they made during their stay....

Luckily we are not experiencing the heavy snow unlike England, it has been dry and sunny all week and continues for the remainder of the week..... temperatures today 9c it seems quite mild here...Well we are all ready for Christmas and looking forward to all our family arriving...My youngest son plays for Gourdon rugby team and won yesterday 27 -0 so even more reason to celebrate...Considering all the doom and gloom we hear we continue to have lots of interest in our park and look forward to meeting perspective buyers in the new year.....Once Christmas is out of the way it is the time when everyone starts looking forward to spring and summer and start making their plans for 2011....We are also planning our next season and looking forward to opening up the holiday homes and welcoming everyone back..... 

Although we are not having temperatures like 20c now it is still very sunny, having -4 overnight this week and temperatures not reaching more than 6c it is still nice to go walking.....I continue to searching for the animal tracks has I walk my dogs boars and deers have been on the park... Sadly one of my older dogs passed away this week Gizmo was 14 which is a good age....We have many birds visiting the tables now and Gimli is enjoying eating all the acorns and chestnuts which have fallen...We are expecting a bit of snow towards next week-end but I will be surprised if we have a white Christmas...Especially looking forward to all the family joining us for Christmas, I still make a Christmas cake and mince pies, it is an extra special time for us a real family thing where we enjoy good wines, good food and being together..... 

After minus temperatures last week we had 20c yesterday and the same for today, it is just like summer very mild and warm.. Paris is however having snow so it may continue down to the Lot.... Its great to put away your winter coats and hats and walk around the park in just a jumper....Its not unusual to have mild weather around Christmas time we have many times eaten our Christmas dinner with the doors open on the house maybe it will be interesting to see if we have a white Christmas or a warm one.....

It may be -2 this morning but it is sunny,all the snow as melted but we are due for a bit more this afternoon and tomorrow, it is the earliest we have ever had snow since we moved here in 1990. Our first years here we had no snow which was quite sad for my little boys who had snow every winter in England, and usually our snow only lasts 2 to 3 days...

Yes we have had snow here as well, snowed quite heavy this week but there were no problems with the roads or lanes. It looked really pretty on the park I love finding all the animal footprints as I walk around seeing who has visited us overnight...Temperatures this morning 2c and reaching 5c later it is raining a bit today but forecast for more snow during the next couple of days and sunshine on Friday...Unlike England signs of Christmas have just started in the shops although every year it seems to be more busy, they also have Christmas fairs here in every town.....Special Christmas for our family this year as we now have a grandaughter....

Yes our weather has changed too.... after our lovely mild and sunny November it is now raining chance to get out all my books for new ideas for the park.... It is due to clear up and the sunshine to return but temperatures will be lower... As I walk around the park now there are still flowers out on many of the terraces as on our patio outside the house, I have been planning to pot my winter pansies but it seems a shame to throw away the remaining summer plants when they are still flowering....Above our house the other evening we saw about 8 eagles, and also the same evening lots of geese flying overhead obviously all heading off to another place for the winter....

Haiving had some glorious sunshine over the last few days temperatures reached 18c, it is misty this morning looking more like winter we are now down to 12c today a mixture of weather for this week sun and rain.... It still feels very mild outside and there are still flowers and roses on the park....

After a couple of days of heavy rain we have had a slight frost overnight, it is 6c this morning but sunny reaching 13c later today and 18c over the week-end... Good time to plant the winter pansies... It is Armistice day here today everywhere is closed as it is a public holiday....

The region is now covered with golds red yellow and browns, as I walk Gimli and the dogs through the woods the leaves are falling like rain... We are due for some rain this week though temperatures are good and it is very mild here which keeps winter shorter....My bird tables have lots of visitors now, yesterday I saw a Woodchat Shrike feeding...

After a couple of evenings of heavy rain we continue to have lovely mild and warm sunny days here in the lot 20c again by the week-end.... The park is now beginning to show its autumn colours, its lovely walking along the pathways amongst the fallen leaves a  lovely time of year...Now we have changed the clocks it is going dark around 6.15pm... we still celebrate bonfire night here in France a tradition we have kept going with the boys although we were early this year we had it last night only due to all the family being here altogether for the evening, treacle toffee and toffee apples and of course a guy it was a fun evening...

Although it is almost the end of October we continue to have fine weather reaching 17c by Friday really lovely sunny and warm days though temperatures do drop late in the evening and we have also had -2..... 1st of November is a special bank holiday here toussaint  ( all saints day )the day when all the French remember there families and friends whi have passed away, all the supermarkets garden centres and shops are full of every variety of Chrysanthemums the colours are amazing. During this week and especially on Monday every cemetary throughout France will be covered with these beautiful flowers, it is good to see that the graveyards here are respected and their traditions continue....

A bright sunny morning here in Le Vigan 12c today and reaching 15c for the rest of the week-end so not too bad...We don`t seem to be having problems with petrol at the moment although there are strikes on everywhere in France seems to be pretty quiet here... I walked Gimli and the dogs around the park and through the woods yesterday it is his happiest time of year eating all the fallen acorns and chestnuts and rooting through all the leaves....It is so peaceful here you would never know about any crisis when you are here....I would imagine after this sunny day the temperatures will drop tonight so best to get all the plants inside and cover up my winter salads and herbs.... 

After our wonderful hot sunny days this month the temperatures have dropped slightly now, only 12c today but still pleasant....no sign of the strikes in our region petrol still available not that it will affect us as we close at the end of the month time to catch up on some jobs on park while everyone is away and make plans for next season....

Looking a little more like autumn with the misty mornings, forcast last night was 2c so you would need your winter duvet on, although the temperatures are slightly lower than yesterday 16c it is still beautiful sunny weather....From next year there will be flights from Manchester to Limoges twice a week with Jet 2 from our new airport which is less than 30 minutes away, Brive Valley of the Dordgone, which will be good news for all our residents and visitors who live in the north of England..... City Jet also fly from the south of England and fly from Ireland and from Scotland to other airports in France....Worth thinking about if you fancy a long week-end, some of our resdients have already find some good offers for flights and hire cars....

If you are thinking of buying a holiday home lodge or twin unit, then from12th October to 17th October  you can visit the Nec Show at Birmingham this week-end... Its a great day out for all the family... Then send me all the details models size etc and I will forward you a total price delivered and installed here to our park.... This week the weather here at Les Vignes Vieilles has been just like summer.... You too could be enjoying this weather with us next season..... If you would like any further information give me a call on 0033 565412940 or email theoldvines@sfr.fr  I look forward to hearing from you soon Best Regards, Christine....

A lovlly sunny morning here in the Lot region 16c and forcast 21c today, and to continue all week.... Perfect day for picking up all the walnuts.......We have seen lots of wildlife in the last few weeks wild boar, deers and foxes, Gimli will be having the freedom of the park shortly where he will wander freely and enjoy all the fallen acorns and nuts....nights are closing in now going dark around 7.30pm but temperatures are not dropping overnight too much....

Rain has arrived here in the Lot very heavy in the night and more today but temperatures are not too bad 18c today, and then back to sunshine for the rest of the week.... this time of year is a nice time to visit the region weather is mild tourist attractions are quieter and lovely for walking.....Sarlat market is still very busy on Wednesday which is the food market and Saturdays continue to be busy too.......

Warm winds blowing up from the south but a lovely sunny morning.... temperatures today 25c so October as usual is a nice time of year, no signs of autumn the leaves are still very green... rain is due tomorrow and Monday but more sunshine to follow which sounds good to me.... rain much needed for my veg patch all the winter salads are through and more herbs so a couple of days of rain will do some good...

Our last match of the season yesterday evening was won by the most points was Colin, and runner up was Barry.... having said that the match last night was won by Jeny who had to throw left handed having broken her wrist a few weeks ago.... Looking good for the girls next year.... Sun continues to shine today 26c, everyone soaking up the sun on their sun-decks.... Perfect way to end a season......

Our lovely weather continues 26c today, as usual September weather has been very warm and sunny and it looks good for October which keeps the winter months shorter.....the amazing sunsets in the evening continue and later in the evening the clear skys are covered in stars..... As you walk through the woods the ground is now covered by chestnuts and acorns, and this month is also the time to search for our local mushrooms which are called cepes.... Gimly loves this time of year and is back wondering around the park eating all the acorns.....

We have had a week of changeable weather, dry but very cool early in the morning but warming up during the day, a drop of rain this morning, but looking good for tomorrow and the weekend reaching 25c. We have had lots of residents here for September and they really have had glorious weather.... A sad time of year as we watch some of our residents starting to pack things away until next year... But another season is not far away and we look forward to everyone returning and our new residents who have recently bought a home here and will be joining us all in 2011..... Our work continues during the winter improving our park and keeping our standards high, we are a unique park and it is important not only for our new residents but also important to keep our existing residents stay here an enjoyable one.....

Yes today temperatures reaching 28c, it does keep the winter shorter all these lovely sunny days, the park very busy at the moment everyone back enjoying the weather...Still quite alot of visitors in the region when usually September is much quieter...Our new residents who have joined us this season are taking advantage of using their home for the final months having their new home ready for season 2011...

September is a lovely month here not quite has hot has summer but 25c is a nice temperature for relaxing on your sun-deck or walking or site seeing, as many of the tourist attractions are quieter....It is like a second spring as many of the plants and bushes burst into flower again... Tonight their is another amazing sunset which you can see from all the homes on our park.....

The sun continues to shine here 25c today and warmer tomorrow, a bit of rain due Thursday afternoon and Friday but nice weather again to follow.... Many on park are joining in a game of boules this evening still very pleasant to sit outside and enjoy a glass of wine.... Some lovely sunsets this week and the skys are covered with stars...

It is a beautiful day here 29c , Sarlat market continues to be very busy with tourists and locals today... everyone enjoying the weather, after a busy evening last night with our weekly menu it was nice to sit and have a coffee in the sunshine and watch everyone wandering through the market place.... Quite a few residents back again on park now relaxing on their sun-decks or around the pool..... 

Every Friday evening we provide a menu for all of our residents, its a good social event where everyone have a laugh and a chat with friends over a lovely meal and wine in a warm and welcoming surrounding..... We have this evening our very own guitarist Michael who will also be entertianing us... Weather is looking good this morning after the heavy rain we have had during the last two nights, temperatures this week-end rising to 28c....  

Unlike the previous evenings the skys covered in stars, we had a good down pour of rain during the night... you could hear the thunder and see the lightening in the distance and eventually it passed over us, the rain was needed there were cracks across the land due to the lack of rain and the heat we have experienced over the last few weeks... Good day to pull out the weeds and nice temperature for walking.. 15c this morning and reaching around 19c today but continues to rise over the next few days... the park is busy again now everyone has returned from their trips and looking forward to their next two months of the season.....

Sarlat market is the place everyone goes on a Saturday morning, although there are many car parks and roads where you can park it is always best to leave early during the high season... Yesterday it was still quite busy even though we are in September, still lots of tourist about but mainly couples now... I have during the last few weeks helped my nephew to set up a stall at Sarlat and Domme, leaving very early in the morning and driving through the early mist on the Dordogne,  putting up your stand and making friends with the other stall holders, was something I had never done here before ... Unless you are a regular trader you have to be there very early and walk around with many others and the man in charge and fight for your spot... They made us very welcome and greeted us each time we met at other markets as though we had known them for years... It was really interesting to see another way of life here in France..

Although the nights are a little shorter, we are still having beautiful sunny days, the pool continues to attract our residents, who are taking advantage of this wonderful weather... Temperatures reaching 30c today, its lovely to wake up to blue skys each morning, it is very dry here, and when you look around the trees and plants are in need of a drop of rain, many of the oak trees are now showing signs of lack of water all their leaves are turning brown, there are also cracks in the ground due to the lack of rain...I am sure we are due shortly to a bit of rain, but hopefully like other years the sunshine returns and we have a  mellow October... 

After another lovely sunny day, I look across the fields and there is a stunning sunset what a perfect way to end a day, temperatures reaching 30c this week a good start to September....

We have had a wonderful August here, last week temperatures reaching 39c, slightly cooler now 25c which is perfect for sun bathing and visiting the many tourist places in our area... September always being the best time to go out and explore and not quite has busy as summer.... 

Summer is definately here temperatures reaching 34c today, the swimming pool is the best place to be, refreshing and peaceful, you can choose anytime during the day to have the pool to yourselves... how good is that.... We shared our 20 year celebration with our residents,having moved here 20 years ago, I will be posting photos on our web site shortly... We have sold some second-hand homes recently and are looking forward to our new residents joining us very soon.. We still have some very nice homes still for sale all ready to move into with their own personal view and with an added bonus of no rent to pay before 2011...

Yes it is almost 20 years since we moved to France... Although you do wonder where time goes, it has been a long journey with many ups and downs, but when I look around and see what our family has acheived in 20 years it makes me very proud. We are the owners of a very beautiful unique park which we have created. Walking around the park now its nice to see that our residents also take pride in what they have here...They all tell me they have the best plot which proves our park is working well.... The temperatures continue to rise forecast at least 34c by Friday.....

We are having glorious weather here, 30c and rising... its good waking up to blue skys in the morning  birds singing and enjoying the long summer evenings... It reminds us all  once again why we are here, it is so peaceful here our park is never full due to residents coming and going..You can take advantage during the day of having the pool to yourselves...

It does seem ages since I wrote my last blog I have been away to England but its good to be back again... We have like so many other places had some very wet and cold days, but once again the sun is shining temperatures reaching 26c during the next few days. The sun flowers have taken advantage of all the rain and are taller than me.. veg plot looks good too, as does the park, everywhere is so green... I continue my walks with my dogs and Gimli he has now made many friends on site who daily feed him nuts and apples and anything thats going... he has now found is own way out to go and visit everyone and once he has had his treat he then moves onto the next plot to see if anyone is home..

 Lovely weather all week a long and sunny day today 25c, a bit changeable over the next couple of days but then sunny again.... If you are thinking of buying a new home there is still time to order a  and have it delivered for this season, or maybe you prefer a good second-hand luxury home, already to move into straight away and take advantage of this lovely weather.....the park looks so pretty at this time of the year everyone takes pride in their own home, and flowers voer their terraces and plots....The pool also looks very inviting the water being crystal clear it is so peaceful you could hear a pin drop... After a relaxing day around the pool with your book, you can enjoy the warm evenings maybe a bbq and a couple of glasses of wine on your sun-decks and watch the amazing sunsets... Sounds to good to be true... but this all happens at les Vignes Vieilless....

We have had some very warm and sunny days, everyone out on their terraces soaking up the sun.... The park is filling up nicely now and more residents are due to arrive in the next few days... No more cooking indoors its time for the men to get their bbq going.... We have just had a very enjoyable evening in the clubhouse, its nice to see everyone getting together and enjoying each others company... Market day at Sarlat tomorrow, its nice to visit in the morning before it gets too busy, I love to sit and have a coffee and watch everyone coming and going buying their cheeses and fresh produce... 

The weather changed slightly this week temperatures alot lower than normal and heavy showers, today the sun is shining only reaching approx 15c, but we are all looking forward to next week when the temperatures are showing 22+. I visited a very large flower show at Cazals which is about a 25 minutes drive away form the park, there are many of these advents and brocantes this time of year.It is a great day out lots of stalls selling local produce, but mainly all the many varieties of flowers for sale. Due to the low temperatures we had this week, the wild orchids we have on the land are late this year. A good day today to go searching for some Giroles, you never know maybe Gimli will find us a truffle or two...

The sun is shining today although we have had some rain, it is 19c + today, has I walked around the park most of the residents are out on their terraces soaking up the sun. As it is the month for the mushrooms we will be expecting a bit of lightening showers and sunshine so quite a mix, just what you need to start these mushrooms growing in the woods and meadows...More residents due today and during the next few days so filling up nicely. We held a Tapas evening on Saturday free to all to welcome all our resdients back for another season, it nice to see everyone chatting away and catching up on their news... Just one of many evenings to follow....

It is around 17c today slightly lower temperatures than a few days ago, but very pleasant the air is so fresh... we had rain overnight which has helped all the plants and trees. Sun and showers due during the next few days, I have been to Cales this morning, a yearly advent to buy our plants and hanging baskets for the park, although it is overcast it was still a lovely morning walking around all the stalls with their many plants and produce. We sat outside the Logis having a coffee I love to sit back and watch everyone coming and going with all their plants, I am sure this is the first of many mornings to come... There are fetes all over France today being the 1st May...  It is a tradition here where friends family present you with a bouquet of lily of the valley, there are children and elderly ladies sat selling these lovely scented flowers where ever you go.There is a brocante at our local town Gourdon today and another at Gramat tomorrow... 

The new airport La Roche Cressensac situated in the Coreze plans its first London flights from 25th June with a company called Cityjet. it is estimated more than 50% of the tourists who visit The Lot region are English, not surprising really as it is a very beautiful and historical region in France... And with so many  British visitors it will be  interesting for Ryanair and Flybe to offer their cheap flights ... 

For anyone working here leaving a flight from Brive Vallee de la Dordogne  at 17.40 on Friday will arrive in London at 18.15.

We are approximately a 30 minute drive from the airport, which will be very interesting for our residents who often have a short drive and hire a car during their stay. 

Yesterday reached 31c so it was quite warm to say the least but lovely, we have had little rain this month and of course after such high temperatures rain will be expected. It is also nearly the time for mushrooms, usually the temperatures rise during the day followed by a storm and then all the French are out serching for their mushrooms... Everyday now when I walk through the meadows and woods there are more and more wild flowers and orchids appearing, there are wild lily of the valley in the shady areas of the woods and fields....

Since we have changed the clocks these sunny days seem to go on for ever, its 8.30pm and the sun is just about to disappear, it is 15c now after a very hot day... In a matter of days everywhere you look  the trees now have their leaves and their are so many shades of green... our Wisteria on site has flowered it looks stunning and the Spiria is covered in pink flowers... On the 1st May there are many fairs where everyone goes to buy all their plants and shrubs for the summer, the fairs continue for a couple of weeks in many villages including antique fairs or brocante has they are called here..

Although you might be under the impression that spring has arrived here in the Lot region, it is more like summer we have temperatures around 24c this week. When you look around the park and the surrounding countryside many of the trees and bushes now have their leaves. There are butterflys and bees out now and the birds are now building their nests, we have a magpies nest at the back of our property, and three red squirrels that visit us daily. Lilacs are in flower and the cherry and plum trees are in blossom, the first signs of wild flowers are appearing tiny white and blue flowers cover the ground around the park. Blue skys in the morning long sunny days and stars by night..

Get away from all the doom and gloom and of course elections.... Pack up and get yourselves over here the weather is glorious, forecast 21c all week. Thinking of buying a home we have some lovely second-hand homes all ready to move into, you can start your new way of life today.

After a changeable week, it is so warm Gimli is having daily mud baths to keep cool.. We have had some beautiful sunny days ranging from 16c to 21c. Everywhere you look the trees are bursting into to life, Plum trees are in blossom as are the wild cherry trees on the park.. I saw some wild boar tracks today in the woods and could see where they had disturbed the ground in the fields, there were also deer tracks. The red squirrels are back in my garden  and there were linets on the bird table. As with many places this year we have lost a few bushes in our garden and on park due to the early frost we had last season. Talking to many who have travelled  around europe during the winter, they have experienced a colder winter compared to other years. That is all behind us now and it is a joy to wake up every morning to sunshine...

I would like to wish everyone A Very Happy Easter, temperatures 14c today and showers but good news the sun is coming back forecast next week between 19c nd 21c can`t wait...

The rain has got the grass growing and lots of plants and trees are bursting into life, no barbeques this week-end, maybe in next few days....

 After our glorious days we are now having sun and showers, but with the sun and the rain everywhere is looking so much greener and the lilacs are nearly out now. Gimli is rooting amongst the leaves and enjoying eating all the acorns on site. Lots of baby chicks hatching everyday now and more due shortly. I think we are going to have some good sunny days in between the rainy ones.

We had some heavy rain overnight but it was needed the ground was very dry after the wind, today has been a good day, many have been tidying up around their homes and planting new shrubs, temperatures around 16c and continues through the week-end may a few showers forcast, but Monday shows 21c again and full sunshine.

We are having some lovely weather here 21c everyday, can`t even remember having a winter now... our swimming pool is filling up ready for all those glorious days to be spent around the pool. Some residents are here already and more due to arrive shortly, its nice to see some movement on the park once again. I heard the first cuckoo this week, and my little frogs are back in my pond, bushes and trees are now getting their leaves and there are more spring flowers are out now. My vegetable garden has already salad through and I will be planting more seeds today. We now have lots of fresh free range eggs available daily, and duck eggs, for me I think there is nothing nicer than hearing the clucking of the hens when they have just laid their eggs, and going into their nesting boxes and gathering all these wonderful fresh eggs.  

We have had some lovely warm suuny days, today was 21c but it was a bit windy and this kept the temperature down slightly, good to get outside and do some gardening without the woolley jumpers and jackets.  It is raining now but tomorrow is forcast another warm and sunny day. Daffodils are out and violets and willows, the chorus of birds is getting louder and louder every morning and evening sure sign of spring...

It may still be a bit cool at night but we are having glorious sunshine in the day, forcast this week reaching 15c and maybe more..... So time to pack away your winter clothes and out with your spring collection, everyone seem to be planning their visits now and looking forward to another long lazy season here at The Old Vines. Walking around the park now after a couple of days of sunshine, daffodils, violets and daisies are flowering, and the willows are bursting into life. 

It is lovely to wake up to blue skys and sunshine, it really is like spring today, birds singing chickings clucking and laying eggs, and everyone busy outside. Homes are all back on to services now, bushes and shrubs all cut back for another season, I off out to start the veg plot and plant cuttings and seeds. We saw even more geese fly over late yesterday afternoon, I watched them from far away until they reached the park, and then they circled and circled getting higher and higher until they carried on their way, I think it is amazing to watch.Temperatures today around 15c so can`t complain...

Having watched the wild geese fly south for the winter, today while we were working on the Park we heard the cries of the geese has they headed north, hundreds and hundreds of them all day flying over Les Vignes Vieilles, we all stopped work and stood watching  the formations they made in the sky above, we often hear them in the night too. A sure sign of another season starting and time to put winter behind us and look forward to the better weather ahead, it is much milder here already and staying a bit lighter every evening.

I woke up this morning to a wonderful chorus of birds singing, which tells me spring is not far away, it is a beautiful sunny morning here and weather is forcasting 17c this week. Time to get out the cutters and shears and begin the task of cutting all our bushes back. We already have some chicks which have hatched out this week, daffodils and bluebells are pushing their way up out of the ground, I think this is the best time of the year, new life, watching every bush and tree getting new buds, and of course all our wild birds which we take care of all winter, now greet us every morning with their singing....

It is alot milder today rain over night and it has started to rain again, however sun is on its way 13c starting from Sunday can`t wait....It seems everyone this year is really waiting for some good weather, I think everywhere has had snow and now are ready for some better weather.. The NEC show at Birmingham is shortly, good place to go if you are planning to buy a holiday home for this season....

After a tiny bit of snow this week and overcast days it is finally showing sunny days, temperatures still low in the mornings but warming up during the day. I think we have experienced more snow and rain than other years but it good for killing of all the bugs and breaks the ground up which is good for planting. As long as the sun is shining and its dry you can get wrapped up and do some work on the land or great for walking. Just two weeks before we open so lots to do before our residents return, and our new visitors make their first trip to visit The old Vines... 

Yes it is only 3 weeks before we open once again for another season, time to book your ferries and flights, and plan your route...  Time to start gathering your bits and  bobs ready to bring with you for your long relaxing break, and for our new residents remembering everything you will need in your new holiday home.. I watch every season the cars arriving packed up to the roof with all their belongings, and telling me we have got everything we need.... only to find once they experience their new lifestyle, they return on their next trip with more... I think the men concentrate more on the barbeques and the outside looking forward to having a beer or two on their sun-decks, where as the lady`s love choosing all the items they need inside and adding all the finishing touches   ... It has been quite an eye opener has not all of my children have left home, I get great pleasure watching my new residents starting a new adventure here at The Old Vines...    

After a very windy night and heavy rain it has brightened up quite nicely today, a mixture of sun and showers but to be expected at this time of year. Having walked the dogs and had a look down on phase 2 where Lewis has been clearing more bushes, it has now given an even better view of the surrounding countryside. I have today placed a google map to make it easier for anyone who wishes to visit The Old Vines Park in the future....

There are two new restaurants open one in Le Vigan, that overlooks the lake, could just imagine you all going on your walks and having lunch there. The other restaurant to open is near the station at Gourdon, though I think it is more for pizza`s..... There has been more news on the airport at Brive, after many delays should be open this June. This will be good for the park as it is approx 40 minutes drive, and will be handy for visits and for anyone who wishes to hire a car.... The weather here is a bit windy today and overcast about 11 c but feels cooler, rain is due tomorrow and Saturday but sunny on Sunday...  

Its a very bright sunny morning  had frost overnight, but good weather for siting new homes...

Yesterday we sited our first  home of the season a Pemberton St Moritz 38 x 12, quite a large home, installed on our second phase of the park, although it is winter with the sun shining the views are amazing. I can picture our new residents sipping their wine and soaking up this wonderful surrounding. We have had some rain in the last week so the frost does enable us to move these homes more easily.

As I walked around the park today with Gimli and the dogs, you could almost think it was spring, after alot of rain overnight, it is very mild here today birds singing and everywhere looking very green. Just makes you realise the good weather is just around the corner. Spring is my most favourite season, new life, the first flowers to appear, and no matter where you go everyone is in their gardens and fields tidying up and planting for another season. Yes spring is not far away, time to plan your trips, book your ferries, and look forward to opening up your holiday home for another long and barmy summer... 

Lovely sunny morning still some snow on the ground but at -7  I don`t think the snow will  be in a hurry to melt away.....Forcast is showing a few changeable days rain and sunshine so not too bad. The weeks are passing very quickly hoping to plant some bushes and trees as soon as the ground is soft enough to dig... I love to walk through the park after the snow has fallen and follow the tracks of all the animals who have visited us during the night, deers and boars and foxes, it does give you an idea of how many are in our area.

It has been quite cold here today -2 c but not as cold as Ecosse... It did give snow today and tomorrow and it has just started to snow and its quite heavy... But its Saturday tomorrow, week-end, so I will just enjoy the season, walk  the dogs, feed the animals, check on the mobile-homes, because before we know it will be so hot, everyone will be back lying on their sun beds, opening a bottle of wine, swimming in the pool, walking through the meadows of wild flowers orchids and butterflys, and watching the abundance of birds who visit our bird tables.... Sounds like heaven and its just around the corner....

The forecast here today is for snow and at the weekend. there was a tiny flutter, but maybe we will have more tonight not going to be caught out this time I have been shopping and all the cuboards are full again.. It was very cold this morning walking the dogs and Gimli ,there had been a frost overnight so the park looked really pretty. We saw some geese fly over this afternoon heading south, Lewis who has just visited Bayonne said their were alot of geese there too.

Wishing you a very Happy New year from a very wet France... As a child I lived between two canals Manchester Ship canal and the Bridgewater canal, and  near many tanneries, at new year my family and I would all go outside just before midnight to bring in  the new year, the sirens and noises from the tanneries and ships and even the barges and boats for me made it, when moving to France my first new year all the family gathered with me outside and then midnight... nothing but deadly silence it was such a disapointment, no cheers buzzzers sirens absolutely nothing.. I reached a point where I would shout out into the darkeness HAPPY NEW YEAR !!  It has taken 20 years but last night I saw many beautiful fireworks in the distance and a few across the fields maybe its a sign 2010 will be full of cheer !!

I have just walked around the park with my dogs and Gimli it is very mild here sunny and around 15 c we have had rain in the night but we have had nice sunny days and blue skys over Christmas. Well 2010 is only a few hours away...  Hope its a good year for everyone..

Now Christmas is over we now look forward to our next season 2010, it is a special year for all of our family here at Les Vignes Vieilles our 20 year anniversary,  having  moved here in 1990. Alot has changed since we arrived here with our four very young children with our dream to design and build a Mobile-Home Park. We have not only created a Park but a community,which has also fulfilled the dreams of so many of our residents who have been searching for their own little piece of France, where they can come and go as they choose to relax, to share with family and friends,or meeting new friends, and enjoying everything the region has to offer. As I walk around our park I am told frequently by our residents they have the best plot, which tells me by creating our unique park with its large private plots our dream as been a success.This season we have more new spacious plots available with their magnificent views, and look forward to meeting new residents who have found Les Vignes Vieilles to be their choice to spend their holidays or maybe retirement here with us. 

It is nearly 7.00 pm  on Christmas Day, it has been a lovely sunny day very mild here, which isn`t unusual at Christmas in France, all the cooking and preparing is over, and I do beleive everyone has had a wonderful day, maybe a bit full and a few too many to drink, but hey its Christmas it only comes around once a year...  I have had some lovely messages and cards from our residents here and look forward to planning our next season 2010... Time to reflect on the day and settle down to a good whiskey and a box of chocolates .. Bon Fete !!

Driving down to Montauban today from the distance I could see snow on the mountains at the Massif Central, all our snow has melted now and it is raining tonight. The shops here are just as busy as England, everyone rushing around buying their last presents. The markets are full of fresh fish and especially oysters, which is very popular here in France at Christmas. I know alot of people get stressed out at this time of year and can`t wait for it to be over, but I love it, choosing presents for all the family wraping them up, baking the cake and mince pies, and finally nothing better than putting your feet up and enjoying a glass of mulled wine... 

We have had snow for the last three days, temperatures -10, although quite cold, we have blue skys and amazing sunsets..

Another beautiful day here at Les Vignes Vieilles, temperatures as high as 16 c but cold in the evenings, perfect weather for planting all my trees on our new plots which I grew 2 years ago and are now nearly 6ft tall... Barry and the boys have worked really hard on the new plots, every plot has its own amazing view overy the surrounding countryside.