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Holistic Center Derbyshire, United Kingdom

5.0
(162 reviews)162

Enjoy cooking for others?

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Connect with international travelers
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Practice English
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Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers
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What you offer

30h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Kitchen Hand
Help prepare, finish and serve meals.
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What you get

2

Days off per week
Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.
Shared Dorm
You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
Breakfast
You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
Lunch
You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.
Dinner
You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.
Basic Internet Access
Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
Free Events
Get free entrance for the best events in town.
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Availability

Aug
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Stay at least
2 weeks

The Experience

You will be able to help our residents with with basic cooking tasks such as chopping ingredients for vegan/vegetarian meals, maintaining the kitchen and servery areas clean and tidy, and setting up the dining hall for other volunteers to enjoy their meals.

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Requirements

  • Intermediate English
  • Over 18 years old
  • Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
  • Travel insurance

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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162 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Holistic Center

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 139 Meeting international travelers
  • 111 Practicing English
  • 103 Get in touch with nature
  • 96 Meeting locals
  • 70 Developing social awareness
  • 58 Immersing in the local culture

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 80 3. Good health and well-being
  • 76 16. Peace, justice and strong institutions
  • 40 12. Responsible consumption and production

Argentina

5

I had an amazing time at the Center. From the moment I arrived, the atmosphere felt so peaceful. I helped in the café and loved learning more about latte art. I also learned a lot about Buddhism and enjoyed the meditations classes. I also shared unforgettable moments with the staff and volunteers from all over the world between games, deep conversations, and lots of laughter. Truly an incredible experience!

2 days ago


Tara IKRC Buddhist centre replied

Thanks for everything Sasha - we will miss you!
Come and visit us again sometime, you will always be welcome here. 🙏

United States

5

My time at the Center was wonderful for getting to learn about New the Center teachings and practices. I was always surrounded by open-minded people with lots of love in their hearts. Working in the cafe was always fun, and lots of laughs were shared. Keep in mind that you do have to uber or bus into town, so this is a great experience for those looking to disconnect and/or connect more deeply with themselves. This was a truly enriching experience, both socially and spiritually. I felt that 2 weeks here wasn't enough, and I would love to return some day!

5 days ago


Tara IKRC Buddhist centre replied

Thank you for all your help Matt, we really appreciate it.

It was great having you stay with us, you are welcome to come and visit us anytime.

Love and blessings to you from Donna and the team at tara centre 🙏

Germany

5

The stay at the TKIRC was amazing. The reviews aren't lying. They are super super nice, welcoming and open-minded. I can 100% recommend them to a volunteer. I did chores like grounds, gardening and working in the kitchen. I am coeliac which means I have to eat gluten free and they found a great solution with me for that. I'm very grateful for the time.

about 1 month ago


Tara IKRC Buddhist centre replied

Thanks for all your help Josephine, take care of yourself and good luck with all your future adventures!

Love from Donna and all the team at Tara xx

Chile

5

To volunteer in the Center was an incredible experience. I had the opportunity to meet the residents, volunteers from all over the world and of course, locals. I mostly worked in the café and I absolutely loved it. Everything is made with love and good energies and you can definitely feel those vibes at any moment. If you're looking for a comfy, safe and relaxing place to stay, I would recommend you this place!!

about 1 month ago


Tara IKRC Buddhist centre replied

Thanks for all your work Luciano, it was great to meet you. You're welcome back anytime!

Love from all the team at Tara centre

Brazil

5

The Center is a lovely center, I had a great experience! Work it's not hard, it can be more demanding according to your position (household, kitchen, cafe, grounds…) which we only find out daily in the morning. Food is delicious, room is good, people are nice! It's kinda far from everything so if you want to focus on your inner self, it's a good place!

about 2 months ago


Tara IKRC Buddhist centre replied

Thanks for all your help Laura - it was great having you stay with us.

Best wishes for all your future adventures!

Love from all the team at Tara centre xx

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