Heaton

If you are interested in acquiring DIY skills while renovating a property, and are also interested in helping to replace some garden fencing, repairing some outdoor woodwork, doing some gardening, clearing away weeds and basic pruning
while practicing and improving your English with everyday tasks.
LAST MINUTE OPPORTUNITY, due to several cancellations,
periods in July and August now available.

No staff employed, private household, volunteers with some practical skills are particularly welcomed, though more important is that they have an interest in learning new skills. Mindfullness, consideration and respect are important, some flexibility is required because certain tasks are undertaken sequentially. Volunteers are provided with learning materials to improve their knowledge of English, although not include in volunteering hours, study in your own time.


Avaliações

4.5
(11 avaliações)11

Anfitrião & Equipe

4.5

Horas & Atividades

5.0

Hostel

4.5

Aprendizado & Diversão

4.5

Colômbia

5

I loved the cozy bedroom!
Jackie is a kind person and an innovative cook. She is always trying out new recipes and sometimes asks for help in the kitchen.
The main meal is in the evening, and the additional fee is a reasonable estimate for your personal expenses.
She lent me an English grammar book. She enjoys talking (a lot) and watching TV shows, which is a great way to practice and improve your LISTENING.
Jackie sometimes asks if you’d like to change activities. Sometimes I was alone in the house, and other times she worked with me.
There are many things to do around the house!

3 meses atrás

França

5

I had an amazing stay! Jacky is a very kind and welcoming person, always smiling and caring. Besides being a great cook, she took the time to give me English lessons, which helped me a lot. Our conversations were enriching, and the atmosphere was warm and friendly. I highly recommend her! Thanks again for everything

4 meses atrás


Jacqueline respondeu

Best wishes for the future.

México

5

I was 15 days working with Jaqueline. She lives in Bolton that it's close to Manchester, almost 1 hour and half by bus for 4£. I get my own room and we share the bathroom and toilet. I really appreciate the opportunity that she gave me, we change the carpet for laminate floor. She is respectful, kind, always ask you if you need to rest or if you are agree to do it. She is good cook and very creative with the meals, it was really nice the meals. She help me to improve my listening and borrow me some grammar books. Great time, thank you for everything Jaqueline

9 meses atrás


Jacqueline respondeu

Yareni I am glad you enjoyed your stat with me, and I appreciated your suggestions about laying laminate flooring. I wish you luck with future ventures.

Itália

5

I spent 2 weeks in Bolton, at Jacqueline's house. She's a great person, and her home absolutely cute. You can easily reach the city centre, parks, gyms, markets and the bigger city of Manchester too. I had my own room, which was beautiful, and I appreciated the time spent both in the house and outside. Jacqueline needs some help with housework, but nothing is difficult, and she's always there to help you. She is an interesting person, also because she travelled a lot and she really wants you to enjoy your time. She's a fantastic cooker, and she helped me with my English. Thank you Jacqueline!

10 meses atrás


Jacqueline respondeu

I am pleased you enjoyed your stay, and learnt a few DIY skills whilst improving your English.

Brasil

4

I helped paint the house, and the work was quite easy. The hostess loves to chat, and I had English lessons to practice the language. I had a very positive experience with her; the hours were flexible, she was patient with my English and everything went as planned. However, if you work remotely, the lack of internet and weak signal can be an issue. Jacqueline informed me about this before I arrived, so it wasn't a surprise. The house is organized and comfortable, and the food provided is excellent. It's just three minutes from the bus stop or a 30min walk to Bolton, a 40min metro to Mancheste.

1 ano atrás


Jacqueline respondeu

Thank you Thuany for your in completing wallpapering the hallway, painting and tidying the front garden. Best wishes for the future.


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