For all who holiday, live, or dream of living in South West France but we won't throw you out if you like or live in other areas of France too. You're welcome to join whether you're expats, natives, local or distant. Talk about the trials tribulations of renovations, bureaucracy and the French Dream. Share links, tips, advice and information.

More than dreaming, we aim to make friends by chatting every Wednesday at 19:30 UK Time (20:30 French Time) in the chat area of the site and have regular meetings in France.

No spamming allowed, but you can chat about almost anything (try to think of other people's feelings) and can advertise (in moderation - as long as it's to do with South West France). No nastiness to other members either, we're supposed to be here to make friends - not enemies.

This is not in the Adult section so foul language and offensive behaviour is not allowed. Let's have a party!

Our group was formed on 19th November 2000 by Pete and his sister Jules. Sadly both Pete and Jules are no longer with us, Pete having died after an unexpected illness in April 2004 and Jules after a long battle with cancer the following November. The work and inspiration they put into our group has brought so many people together in friendship. This group is a tribute to the sunshine that they have brought into all our lives. Long may we continue in the warmth and friendship that they have created for us all.