Congratulations to Yolande Powell for the first and third placed pictures in the January photographic competition for her photos “The castle in Autumn” and “Sunset over the Loire”, and to Jean-Paul Paitreault for his photo of the Voiliers at Le Thoureil, which was placed second.
Venue: Grez-Neuville, car park of the Mairie, 1 Rue du Port, 49220, Grez-Neuville – see Google maps.
Date: 20 July
Time: 14h30
Cost: 26€ for members, 30€ for non-members
The boat trip will depart from Grez-Neuville and will give 2 hours of relaxed cruising on the river Mayenne, passing through the lovely Anjou countryside.
During the cruise, the captain will highlight hitherto unknown and hidden treasures along the riverside.
Whilst enjoying a glass of Crémant and some nibbles we can admire the scenery and enjoy the company of other members and friends.
Please note that this event does not include a meal. If you wish to eat before the cruise, there are several good restaurants nearby, See the suggestions below:
Grez-Neuville
Restaurant « L’Ecluse » – French cuisine 20-40 €. 02 41 27 13 08
« L’Ardoise » Menu 20€. 02 41 95 37 87
Pruille
8 Minutes from Grez-Neuville
« La Guingette de Pruille » – French cuisine – mid week 14.99€, but likely to be more at weekends, 02 41 25 04 16
« Auberge de la Fontaine » – French cuisine 14.99€ -23€, 02 41 32 99 76
Le Lion d’Angers
14 Minutes from Grez-Neuville
« Comme La Maison »- French Bistro – supposedly good value for money. 02 53 57 59 33
« L’ Authentique » – French/European cuisine. 20-35€. 02 41 27 32 46
Venue: The home of Simon and Jackie
Date: Sunday 25 August
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This is always an extremely popular event. Full details are TBA.
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Venue: Plantagenet Plants, Argentay, near Doué la Fontaine
Date: Either 12 or 19 October
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