We are a lively and sociable couple who have lived in Bulgaria for 4 years now after emigrating from the UK.

We have a 5 acre plot of land that needs work and can offer accommodation to volunteers in a 2 bed roomed self contained bungalow. Or in our own home.

Currently we have 2 horses, a donkey, 6 dogs, chickens and a cat, plus we do breed pigs and raise them for the table.

We need help with some small building and maintenance projects, gardening (organically), tree pruning and animal care etc. During some summer months we could do with some help to harvest produce from the garden and also for haymaking etc.

Ideally you would like horses and be able to ride as we have 2 mares that need a confident and kind rider to help with their education.

There's also some decorating in the house and outside tidy up or prettifying jobs to do. We are not artistic but would love it if you wanted to do some artwork here.

We can offer archery lessons (traditional english long bows), have a small plunge pool for use in the summer months and hope to have a sauna installed for the cooler months. Please note archery will only be available if we have the time.

We enjoy a fairly healthy diet, a good laugh and the occasional beer with wonderful home cooked and produced food. Would you like to learn more about cooking or rural living while helping us a few hours a day in return for board and lodging? I love to cook and try new recipes, we also make jams and preserve foods and brew rakia (Bulgarian Brandy).

Please note that we are smokers and eat meat.

We would prefer volunteers who are able to work on their own initiative and do not need constant supervision.

Currently we are looking for motivated, enthusiastic people to come and help with animal care, fencing, building a road and some land clearance. We have lots of plans this year and also hope to build a new pig house and pen, shelter for the horses and who knows what else! Your input, ideas and experiences are welcomed as we try to become more self sufficient and ecologically friendly.

Please note we do NOT supply alcohol/tobacco products or luxury items but you may bring/supply your own.

Veliko Tarnovo

There are many varied jobs to do and plenty of beautiful countryside to explore in your own time.

Please note we do live in a rural, typically Bulgarian village and the bus service only runs 3 or 4 times a day. We do not always have transport so you will need to make your own way here.

English, some Bulgarian

2 bedroomed self contained bungalow (sleeps 5) or tents. Shower/toilet facilities are available as is use of our kitchen. Please leave our accommodation clean and tidy when you leave.