Permaculture project Brecon, United Kingdom

5.0
(12 reviews)12

Learn the traditional art of stone laying

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Connect with nature
12 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Immerse yourself in the local culture
11 travelers recommend this host for those looking for a local cultural immersion
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What you offer

25h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Building & Repairing
Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
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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.
Private Room
You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.
Breakfast
You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
Dinner
You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.
Fast Internet Access
High-speed internet for you to work remotely
Dedicated Workspace
Specific space for you to work remotely
Use our equipped kitchen
Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Free Laundry
You can use our laundry room freely.
Free Hiking Tours
We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!
Bikes at your disposal
You can use our bikes any time you want.
Support
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Availability

Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Stay at least
1 week
Stay up to
4 weeks

The Experience

Come and help rebuild an ancient stone barn. Set in the middle of the Brecon Beacons National park, the barn is full of history and requires a little love. Lessons in stone laying will be provided so previous knowledge is not critical, only a good work ethic and some positive energy.

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Requirements

  • Between 20 and 45 years old
  • Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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12 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Permaculture Project

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 12 Get in touch with nature
  • 11 Immersing in the local culture
  • 10 Meeting locals
  • 10 Learning about sustainability
  • 9 Practicing English
  • 7 Developing environmental awareness

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 9 12. Responsible consumption and production
  • 8 3. Good health and well-being
  • 3 6. Clean water and sanitation
  • 1 4. Quality education

France

5

My volunteering with Matty was great. The place is really calm and relaxing, perfect to unwind. Matty is super friendly and welcoming, you quickly feel at home. I went on some amazing walks thanks to his tips, and the scenery was beautiful. Honestly, I had a great time. Thanks again, Matty!

14 days ago

Australia

5

I am so grateful for my experience at the project and couldn't recommend it enough. It is a very special place, a beautiful house surrounded by incredible nature and lots of history. Matty is just a great host and person, very interesting to talk to with a great sense of humour. I really enjoyed working in the garden, I learnt a lot about sustainability and growing food etc. Plus there are chickens and sheep to play with which is a huge plus! If you want to slow down and get in touch with nature this would be perfect for you. Thank you Matty ☺️

about 1 month ago

Mexico

5

I deeply treasure the experience I had at Collage Farm! Matty is amazing respectful, kind, honest, and easygoing. He is always willing to help you learn 🫀 During my stay, I learned a lot about sustainability. It helped me become more aware of the food I eat and how to take care of my body and mind. The site is a bit far from the nearest town (Brecon), but if you're looking for a quiet place to connect with nature, this is the right spot! Thank you, Matty, for trusting me and turning this experience into a beautiful memory.

4 months ago

United States

5

I highly recommend volunteering here if you love nature, hiking/outdoorsy stuff, and aren't afraid to get your hands a little dirty. Matty is an amazing host who cares about his volunteers and makes sure that you are comfortable (and well fed!). The work was physical but very rewarding and I loved being outside in the garden everyday. Haggis (his sheep) was very talkative and kept me company in the garden too haha. Overall, my stay here was incredible and I'll miss the project very much. Definitely a 10/10 experience. 😌

8 months ago

Argentina

5

My experience at Collage Farm was amazing, so you will notice that it was my second time volunteering here, and every day is an adventure that you will love, Matty is a good host super friendly and respectful and very attentive, I will take a good memory of this place and a good friend in my heart ,thank you very much dai

11 months ago

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