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Last replied
19 May 2024
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Description
We have an ancient woodland in Wales, UK with a lake. There is always a lot of work involved with keeping it functional. We will be spending all of August there and would like to invite nature loving, hard working, sociable couples to spend time making it look beautiful. We will be sharing a fire and good food. You will need a tent- a compost toilet and hot shower are provided. We have shelter for when it is raining and somewhere to dry clothes. Work will include sawing up fallen trees, pulling up Himalayan Balsam and Brambles, clearing paths and streams ( we have fresh drinking water), chopping firewood and some cooking and washing up. We have a boat , charcoal kiln and lots of clay to keep you entertained. We will also have art projects to carry out to beautify the woodland. We regularly host workawayers in Algodonales, Spain. Please refer to our site “ Casa Acequia” to see reviews.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We will share knowledge of the trees and plants of the woodland and you will experience outdoor living at its best.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
Physical help with sawing trees, making firewood, clearing paths and streams, pulling up invasive plants and making some Art projects. We will need help with woodworking projects also- your skill would be appreciated. We will be working together and sharing skills.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Beginner
Accommodation
Sleeping in tents. Bedding provided. Compost toilet and hot shower are provided. Communal cooking- often outdoors.
What else ...
There are great walks up 2 mountains directly from the woodland. Great area for cycling and paragliding. Town is close.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
4.5 hours a day . 5 days a week
Host ref number: 748588926382
Feedback (14)
8 Feb 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Benno Klaus Arno & Emely Jenifer)
Benno and Emery were very willing and careful. They were always on time and gave their best. We enjoyed mealtimes with them and they were always appreciative. They were caring with the animals and looked after their accommodation well. Thanks guys.
(Excellent
)
8 Feb 2023
Left by Workawayer (Benno Klaus Arno & Emely Jenifer) for host
We really enjoyed the stay! Their place is just beautiful and so close to nature. Claires food was very delicious, thank you very much for the effort. The work was not too heavy and included weeding and burning olive brunches. We were very pleased that you let us do the work independently and had trust in our ability. We also learned a lot about… read more
29 Nov 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Alicia & Blake)
Alicia and Blake are special people. They gave their everything to us , the animals and to our place. They are thoughtful, capable, energetic and kind. They always wanted to give more- working in the rain and remaining cheerful. They learnt new skills of olive picking and tree pruning quickly and excelled at both. Thank you guys- I hope our paths… read more
(Excellent
)
27 Nov 2022
Left by Workawayer (Alicia & Blake) for host
Wow. Just wow. Firstly, if you have the chance to volunteer here then do it, you won’t regret it.
It’s pretty hard for me to put into words how amazing this experience was. This was our first workaway and was pretty daunting walking in with no experience, but Claire and Andrew welcomed us with warm arms and made us feel very welcomed. The work… read more
It’s pretty hard for me to put into words how amazing this experience was. This was our first workaway and was pretty daunting walking in with no experience, but Claire and Andrew welcomed us with warm arms and made us feel very welcomed. The work… read more
23 Oct 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Maggie & Austin)
Maggie and Austin were like a breath of fresh air- cheerful yet serious, friendly but respectful, hard working but full of fun. We loved spending time with them. They learned the jobs quickly and worked ethically and effectively. They were always appreciative at meal times and helped clear up. We had deep and honest conversations- they were great… read more
(Excellent
)
23 Oct 2022
Left by Workawayer (Maggie & Austin) for host
Ahhhh This place was an absolute dream :) Andrew and Claire are super warm, loving, conscientious people that made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. Their home and accommodation for guests/workaways is beyond gorgeous and more than we could have ever asked for….rooms with comfortable beds, private bathrooms, A/C, a completely separate… read more
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8 Feb 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Benno Klaus Arno & Emely Jenifer)
Benno and Emery were very willing and careful. They were always on time and gave their best. We enjoyed mealtimes with them and they were always appreciative. They were caring with the animals and looked after their accommodation well. Thanks guys.
(Excellent
)
8 Feb 2023
Left by Workawayer (Benno Klaus Arno & Emely Jenifer) for host
We really enjoyed the stay! Their place is just beautiful and so close to nature. Claires food was very delicious, thank you very much for the effort. The work was not too heavy and included weeding and burning olive brunches. We were very pleased that you let us do the work independently and had trust in our ability. We also learned a lot about… read more
29 Nov 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Alicia & Blake)
Alicia and Blake are special people. They gave their everything to us , the animals and to our place. They are thoughtful, capable, energetic and kind. They always wanted to give more- working in the rain and remaining cheerful. They learnt new skills of olive picking and tree pruning quickly and excelled at both. Thank you guys- I hope our paths… read more
(Excellent
)
27 Nov 2022
Left by Workawayer (Alicia & Blake) for host
Wow. Just wow. Firstly, if you have the chance to volunteer here then do it, you won’t regret it.
It’s pretty hard for me to put into words how amazing this experience was. This was our first workaway and was pretty daunting walking in with no experience, but Claire and Andrew welcomed us with warm arms and made us feel very welcomed. The work… read more
It’s pretty hard for me to put into words how amazing this experience was. This was our first workaway and was pretty daunting walking in with no experience, but Claire and Andrew welcomed us with warm arms and made us feel very welcomed. The work… read more
23 Oct 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Maggie & Austin)
Maggie and Austin were like a breath of fresh air- cheerful yet serious, friendly but respectful, hard working but full of fun. We loved spending time with them. They learned the jobs quickly and worked ethically and effectively. They were always appreciative at meal times and helped clear up. We had deep and honest conversations- they were great… read more
(Excellent
)
23 Oct 2022
Left by Workawayer (Maggie & Austin) for host
Ahhhh This place was an absolute dream :) Andrew and Claire are super warm, loving, conscientious people that made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. Their home and accommodation for guests/workaways is beyond gorgeous and more than we could have ever asked for….rooms with comfortable beds, private bathrooms, A/C, a completely separate… read more
11 Dec 2020
Left by Workawayer (Michelle & Fabian) for host
What an incredible experience in such a beautiful place with two such lovely hosts. Andrew and Claire made us feel like at home right away. We stayed here for 3 weeks and had the opportunity to help with the olive harvest in late November and tree pruning in December. We always had a great time working with the whole group. They always took their… read more
18 Nov 2020
Left by Workawayer (AnikaBruno) for host
Our stay with Claire and Andrew was a great experience! We really enjoyed the time and learned a lot about olive trees! Claire, who is a very good cook, is a warm person and Andrew is an incredibly relaxed person who always took the time to explain everything. They are both really lovely people! The property is really beautiful and great situated!… read more
7 Dec 2019
Left by Workawayer (Amanda) for host
Claire and Andrew are such warm, kind people and so easy to get along with. It was always very clear what work was required and the variety keeps things interesting and we found it really rewarding. We are so grateful for the opportunity to be involved in morning meditation and learning new skills and knowledge about the beautiful surroundings and… read more
2 Dec 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Amanda)
Amanda and Cameron were great to have around. They tackled every request with gusto and respect. They were great company, flexible and fun. I loved the way that they joined in with meditation and care of the animals. Dont hesitate to have these guys stay- they enhance the place! Thank you for all of your hard work !
(Excellent
)
4 Dec 2019
Left by Workawayer (Margit & Ants) for host
This was our first workaway experience and it was just amazing! From the first moment it felt like home! Claire and Andrew are both so friendly and welcoming. We had very interesting time with them. They taught us many skills and showed us different places around Algodonales. The work we did was also really enjoyable, especially harvesting the… read more
2 Dec 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Margit & Ants)
Margit and Ants were the happiest couple that we have ever had to stay. They simply threw themselves into any task with pleasure! It was so refreshing having them here. They worked in the rain, loved the bonfires and even adored the pressure washing! They were respectful, willing and able leaving behind beautiful memories of woodland wreaths and… read more
(Excellent
)
2 Dec 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Dennis)
Dennis was fun to have around. He had many skills and was self motivated. He was interested in this place and fitted in well with the other workaways. I loved the way he joined in with our exercise and meditation sessions. He definitely felt “ part of the family”. Thanks Dennis for your skills and great company.
(Excellent
)
25 Nov 2019
Left by Workawayer (Dennis) for host
I've had a realy nice time with Andrew and Claire! They are easy going and the working hours are good. I loved the yoga and meditation every morning, brilliant start of the day!
The food Claire prepairs was always very good and tasty, and if it's not Spicy enough ask Andrew if you can use his spicy saus...
They live in a beautifull valey with… read more
The food Claire prepairs was always very good and tasty, and if it's not Spicy enough ask Andrew if you can use his spicy saus...
They live in a beautifull valey with… read more
5 Dec 2018
Left by Workawayer (Levente) for host
I spent my first workaway experience with Claire and Andrew, and I have to say, I could not have hoped for anything better than this. They are lovely, honest people, and they were eager to teach me everything there was to know about taking care of olive trees and harvesting. I enjoyed every moment of the month I spent there, I gained valuable… read more
24 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Angelica) for host
This was our first workaway experience and it was so good that when the time came, we did not want to leave! We stayed with Andrew and Claire for just over a month and when we left it felt like leaving home. The accomodation is everything you might need; a private bathroom and bedroom that leads out into the beautiful lavender and jasmine filled… read more
19 Apr 2017
Left by Workawayer (David & Tiare) for host
We really wish we could have stayed longer with Andrew and Claire. Our 10 days passed by so quickly because there were so many things to experience. We mostly worked around the olive grove in the mornings doing some landscape gardening, painting and bush cutting (i think whipper snipering sounds better). Then we would enjoy a delicious meal… read more
10 Jan 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Caitlin & Skyler)
Caitlin and Skyler fitted in from the moment they arrived; helpful, confident and enthusiastic.
They were interested in every project that was presented to them and saw the tasks through to the end. We thoroughly enjoyed having them around - through work and play. They were honest, flexible, intelligent and fun - lovely people. Don't hesitate to… read more
They were interested in every project that was presented to them and saw the tasks through to the end. We thoroughly enjoyed having them around - through work and play. They were honest, flexible, intelligent and fun - lovely people. Don't hesitate to… read more
(Excellent
)
22 Nov 2016
Left by Workawayer (Caitlin & Skyler) for host
If only words were adequate to explain the wonderful days spent with Claire, Andrew, Angus the pup and the other workawayers. This was our fifth workaway and truly one we will always look back on so fondly. The home is tucked away in the beautiful southern Spanish mountainside, with views from the balcony stretching over the vast ranges and onto… read more
15 Sep 2016
Left by Workawayer (Ruth & Ryan) for host
Wow - where to start?! We stayed with Claire & Andrew in June for our first ever Workaway experience - and well, it's going to be hard to top! They are both lovely, caring and adventurous people who make fabulous Workaway hosts. The work was fun and fair for the accommodation and (amazing) food they provided - we regularly spent our evenings… read more
20 Jun 2016
Left by Workawayer (Emma & Chad ) for host
Yes is what you should say if you ever get the chance to stay at Claire and Andrews little piece of Spain. We really enjoyed our 3 weeks spent there although it went quick we were able to get out and do a lot around the area, the local food and drinks are extremely cheap, not to forget Claire's cooking which is amazing too. Andrew is a really nice… read more
