The Paris Dream – Immersing yourself in the culture
What happens when you have a people who are fiercely proud of their culture and a person who is fiercely proud of their individuality? …
Removals
Living and Studying in Paris – Elllie’s Story
Ellie Cobbe spent six months studying in the French capital and met a wealth of different people from all different backgrounds with one shared philosophy: a desire to live and learn in one of the most exciting cities in the world.
Starting School in France – From Dorset to Mayenne
Holly was 12 when her family moved from Beaminster in Dorset to the Mayenne in France and had to go to a French school. Find out how she got on…
The stress of living the dream
Having lived here for three years, I’d forgotten what a shock it can be coming to live in France. But I’m witnessing at close hand a friend who has just made the move and how hard it is for them to adjust. Any suggestions how I can help?
Asbestos in Your French House
Asbestos is considered to be a lethal product in France and the use and manufacture of asbestos-based materials has been forbidden since 1997…
UK TV in France
Many English-speaking residents are interested in watching UK TV in France to keep up with their favourite programms and films, and get the news in their own language.
Energy and environment: a glossary of French terms
Our glossary provides definitions of the popular energy and environment words and phrases related to eco homes projects in France.
Grow your own vegetables in France
There’s nothing like the pleasure of eating vegetables fresh from your own garden. The flavour and texture far exceed anything you can buy in a shop. Growing vegetables is also a natural incentive to to spend time outdoors. It is not necessary to have a large space to begin a vegetable garden, you can start one with just a few pots.
Why 2015 could be a great year to buy property in France
The strength of Sterling against the Euro meant that 2014 was a great time for Britons to buy a property in France …and the next 12 months are looking pretty good, too!
Water Supply in France
Some useful facts and tips about water supplies in France and how to get your home connected.
Moules Marinière
This is the Charentaise take on a traditional seafood favourite, that typically French mussel recipe of moules marinière with a dash of Pineau.
Driving licence in France FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about the eligibility of foreign licences, how to obtain a French driving licence, the penalty points and other important rules
Renting out a UK Property as a French Resident
Renting out their UK property offers extra income and flexibility for movers who are not fully decided on their permanent location.
Less Style Council, more My Council
As one of the newly elected municipal councillors in a small commune, what kinds of things do we discuss? From school buses, to bins, to verge cutting, to complaints about roads, noise and neighbours, life’s rich tapestry is represented. I…
How to get fluent in Franglais
Un footing, le timing, un people – these are all French words! Of course, they sound English but they have been stolen, or should I say adapted, and mean something completely different in French. Un footing is the word for…
Removals to France
Removals to France Welcome to our comprehensive guide to removals to France. One of the big decisions when you move to France is what to do with your belongings. Once you sort out what is definitely coming with you, the next step…
Top tips for buying overseas
If you’re buying property in France then you will need to make an international money transfer to move your money from the UK to France. The traditional way of doing this is with a high street bank; however you could…
The 3 Things You Need to Know Before Moving to France
After interviewing many people who have successfully relocated to France and have thriving families, businesses or a content retirement lifestyle, it is clear that every experience is unique. Having said that, however, there are three main things that stand out…
10-second CV: François Cluzet
Name: François Cluzet Born: 21 September 1955 Early career: Growing up in Paris, Cluzet was inspired to act from a young age, his father taking him on weekly outings to the theatre. He made his stage debut in 1976, soon…
Love, Marriage and Property in France
These days, with marriage rates at their lowest ever, if you are moving to France there is a tax-efficient alternative to marriage available.
Manage Your Regular Payments Whether in France or in the UK
Whether you are moving permanently to France or have bought a holiday home, you will be confronted with the challenge of living between two currencies.
Our 5 favourite romantic French films
When the French do romance on film, it’s not just rom com-mon, it’s l’amour! Here is a selection of our favourite romantic French films, as voted by the members of FrenchFilmClub.com …
Attention drivers: new generation of radars in France can now flash you from a moving patrol car.
Next time you cross one of these plain looking cars driving in the same or opposite direction, you might get a nasty surprise in the mail. Already the traditional stationary speed traps cause a great deal of head-shaking and muttering…
French Property Raises Appeal for Brits
Don’t miss out. French property buyers are set to benefit after a recent government announcement reduced the qualifying ownership period to be eligible for an exemption from real estate capital gains tax.
Estate Planning for French Residents
For most UK residents, making a move across the Channel does not mean a change in estate planning objectives. But what is likely to require a change is the financial planning approach and the techniques used to achieve these objectives.
Baguette Living
I found this first-hand account about moving to France very real.
The Cost of Living Between Two Currencies
Whether you are moving permanently to France or have bought a holiday home, you might be confronted with the challenge of living between two currencies.
Five Reasons to Use a Currency Broker
If you are thinking of moving to France you will need to make payments in another currency. Read this first …
Get More for Your Money When Buying Your French Property
Compared with the data from America and Britain, that from the Eurozone is weak.
Bringing the Language to You
Immersion is one of the best ways to acquire a new language. This doesn’t mean that you’ll go to sleep one night and wake up a fluent speaker the next morning.
Wilfred Owen: Death of a poet
Having suffered a gas attack, frostbite and shellshock – and chronicled the horrors of the Western Front by letter and in his poems – Wilfred Owen thought he would survive the war…
Your guide to the French telecom market
Moving to France or within it has all the same stresses as moving within the UK, as well as others, and with phones and broadband becoming ever more important this knowledgeable and informative book helps to simplify the whole process.
Can’t afford to retire in the UK?
Around 70% of prospective overseas buyers are aged 50 or over and with 59% stating emigration for retirement as the purpose for their overseas property purchase, France remains one of the most popular destinations for those in their “third age”.
How to Maximise Your Uk Pension in France
Many French Entrée readers will be planning to move to France, probably on retirement. At that stage it is likely that they will need to rely heavily on that pension …
Noisy Neighbours
Clients are generally very happy with their French properties and we seldom hear about noise disturbance and the annoyance and stress this causes. But one particular case has encouraged us to write this article…
Bergerac wine: Behind the label
Wine expert Chris Skyrme looks at the terroir, grapes and winemaking styles that are giving Begerac’s wine an increasingly good name, from sweet Monbazillac to red Pécharmant.
French: it’s easier than you think!
Over the years lots of language students have decided to choose to learn Spanish rather than French in the belief that the French language is much more difficult. Actually, French is much easier than you ever expect…
Bienvenue Patricia
The latest addition to our property finders network is Patricia Williams in Lot & Quercy. She first fell for France some 40 years ago on a road trip in a hired VW camper. Since moving here from the Scottish Highlands, Patricia has…
Qualifying Recognised Overseas Pension Schemes
You will have seen in recent months mention of QROPS and the potential attraction to non-UK residents. QROPS were introduced in April 2006 as a means to allow individuals with UK pension funds to transfer their pension funds abroad.
An Australian author in France
My French Life and French Essence are two books that tell the story of how life changed after Vicki – who was living in Sydney – bought a farmhouse in Provence and moved the family to France.
The Stress of Living the Dream
Having lived here for three years, I’d forgotten what a shock it can be coming to live in France. But I’m witnessing at close hand a friend who has just made the move and how hard it is for them to adjust.
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How to Spend £100,000 in Brittany
If you have £100,000 to spend on a coastal property in France, what can you get for your money? FrenchEntrée Property Consultant Gaëlle Perreaux looks at the options in Brittany and the south of France
Broadband you can rely on
How do you make sure you get the best from the French telecom services? Read the first part of The Definitive Guide for the Everyday User by French telecoms and IT expert Bob Elliot
Purchasing Land in France
The purchase of land in France is reasonably similar to the purchase of an existing property. However, there are a few differences to be aware of and additional considerations are necessary…
French healthcare – are you covered?
When it comes to healthcare in France, ‘Be Prepared’ is the motto. Johanna Matthews explains why keeping your fingers crossed and hoping for the best is asking for trouble.
Phoenix Association in Dordogne
The Phœnix Association in Dordogne offers a helpline service to answer all your questions on animal welfare in France.
Returning to the UK from France?
There’s no avoiding the fact that living in France doesn’t suit everybody. For those who are thinking about returning to Britain, Mervyn Simms, former Director of financial experts Blevins Franks, offers some guidance…
What is included in the sale of a property in France?
What is, by law, included in the sale of a property in France and what condition should a purchaser expect to find it in at completion?
Electricity in France
The main supplier of electricity to domestic homes in France is EDF (Electricité de France) which is state owned. Other electricity providers include CNR (Compagnie nationale du Rhône) and Endesa (through SNET). EDF now have an English language page on their website and English speaking staff.
October tips for your French garden
In October you may need to cope with the effects of an Indian summer in your French garden, as well as preparing it for the cold months to come.
