 In Steve's previous occupation, he worked as a Quality and IT Manager, specialising in electronics. He was with the same company for over 25 years and felt the need for a change of direction and a new challenge. Audrey was a nurse for 33 years, and had enjoyed her job very much, however, she was also ready for a challenge of a different nature, feeling that if we didn’t make the break for a new life now; maybe we never would, and perhaps would forever regret that decision.
Therefore we both decided that after such a long period of time in the same jobs that we would fulfil our long standing ambition of owning and running a campsite. This was always our dream and we tried for many years to achieve that particular goal. Eventually we managed to locate this campsite “Le Ch’ti Franoi” and are now proud to live and work here in the Ardèche.
We are very happy with our new life and totally different lifestyle in this very beautiful setting. Whilst things haven’t been plain sailing we have so far overcome all obstacles, and look forward to meeting new people as each season begins.
 Rachael is the youngest daughter of Steve and Audrey and she married Ross in 2003. Ross was an Electrical Engineer and Rachael was a Trainee Legal Executive. Steve and Audrey’s other daughter Stephanie decided not to come to France (except for holidays!) but instead now lives in the North of England where she also works in a hospital as a Theatre Nurse
The Families of Mr & Mrs Cutting (Mum & Dad) and Mr & Mrs Woodage (Son in Law & Daughter) have come together – hence the company name “SARL WOODCUTTING” to form a team determined to make the campsite a success and for all to enjoy its many pleasures and facilities.
Of course, being English we will have no problems with English enquiries via the telephone. However whilst we are learning French and are getting better by the day, the telephone is much harder to master. In this case we ask you to be patient with us and speak slowly and clearly. Better still, if possible, please send us an e-mail as this is much easier for us to deal with. Obviously there are times when we are unable to answer the telephone so please leave a message and of course your return telephone number or address and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
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