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Many thanks for all your suggestions - all were very helpful. We were looking at the machine that Patf I think suggested [ débroussailleuse sur roue, I think is right ] which is like a very sturdy strimmer on three wheels. We saw one on Bon Coin and spoke with the seller who, despite losing a sale, said it would not be suitable for the amount of land here. He suggested a small tractor which we are now looking for. Sheep not possible because of dogs and local farmer, I take the point, but we would just prefer to do it ourselves - for now ! Thanks again for your advice.

Hi and thanks for replying. I'm afraid I didn't make myself clear.   I know where to buy them locally but what I meant to say was whether a large, robust looking lawnmower would be up to the job, as it certainly isn't a surburban lawn, nor do we wish it to be. There are bumps and clumps of nettles and I was thinking I might need something bigger ? Or would you think a large domestic lawnmower would cope ?  Thanks for any thoughts.  [ I'm afraid sheep are not possible unfortunately ]

Hi We've finally made the move after 10 years and are now in beautiful Mayenne [ 53 ] full time.  Trouble is we have been here for four weeks and cannot find a solution to mowing the grass in the orchard of about 3 acres.  We have tried everywhere to buy a large lawnmower / small sit-on but just can't find anything.  Apparently they are very much in demand.  We would be very grateful if anyone could point us to a place with them for sale.  On the other hand, it's really nice not to have to bother at the moment but it is getting longer and longer !   We are between Evron and Sillé.  Grateful for any suggestions.  Cheers, Peter

Hi, King's Lynn, Norfolk.  Thanks, we've been planning and plotting for years and finally can't wait to go.  Cheers, Peter

We have a large lorry returning to the UK empty at the start of March from Mayenne 53 / Sarthe 72 [ le Mans / Sille le G ] as a result of our full time move to France. If you would like to use some or all of the space please contact. Thanks, Peter.