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Hello!
We are a vegan Animal Sanctuary for rescued farm animals, situated in the gorgeous countryside of Somerset, South West England. We currently have over 100 animals, including goats, sheep, pigs, horses, hens, ferrets and others, who have come to us from horrible backgrounds, and who will now live out the rest of their lives in peace. We manage the sanctuary ourselves, with the help of our incredible workawayers, and a few regular local volunteers.
Animal lovers only!
Please note :
- we are only looking for volunteers who can stay for 2 months or longer, please do not apply for less than this time
- we are extremely busy with the animals on the sanctuary and we don't have much time for admin!! We therefore cannot reply to all of the messages we receive. If you do not get a response, we are really sorry but we cannot host you at this time. Thank you for understanding
Types of help and learning opportunities
Charity Work
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
General Maintenance
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You will have a unique insight into life in Somerset, a beautiful part of England. The land here is really peaceful, calming and special. Many people who come to visit us leave with a lasting sense of relaxation.
You also get the chance to hang out with and get to know all of our beautiful animals!
Registered charity
This host is a registered charity in the UK and is looking for help with their charity project. Guidance on charity worker sponsorship by a UK registered charity, can be found here.
Help
We need workawayers to help us with the daily routine here on the sanctuary. Getting to know the animals, bringing them out of their stables each morning, cleaning out their stables, general maintenance around the place...and when you get the chance, spending time playing and socialising with the animals. There is always something to be done here!!
Please note that this is a very independent role. We are always here to support and provide full training, but this is not a place for those who are looking to socialise a lot with humans - however, there are lots and lots of animals to spend as much time with as you like!
We also have 5 energetic dogs, who are always asking for a ball to be thrown...
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
Workaway accommodation is either a room in a converted barn or a small caravan near the sanctuary yard - both of which have a fridge, electric or gas hob and electricity. There is a shower and toilet available to use in the house.
You will be provided with a food budget to prepare your own meals - we will do a supermarket run with you once a week if you do not have a car.
Please note - we are a vegan household and do not allow any meat, dairy or other animal products onto the sanctuary, in respect of the animals who live here
What else ...
Our place is in a rural location, about 5 minutes drive from Wells. We have bicycles to borrow if you would like to. From there you can visit Glastonbury, a really unique, spiritual and fantastic town! There is also a bus to the city of Bristol, which has lots of culture and great nightlife. There are lots of amazing walks around the area too.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
We have space for those with their own vans
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
5 hours a day, 5 days a week
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There was a lot to learn but the training was great… read more
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There was a lot to learn but the training was great… read more
Thank you for everything.. come visit again sometime :) :)
PTF
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The sanctuary is full of such fun and lovable animals all with… read more
It's amazing how much love and care they give to the animals. I learned a lot about the animals and met many volunteers. There's a lot of work to do but everyone takes turns so I never… read more
Thank you Alfie!
Bex, katherine & Teresa have created a haven for animals that would otherwise have faced very tragic endings. To be a part of such magnificent work… read more
Her role… read more
As well as learning to look after the residents, experiencing rescues and just enjoying the… read more
The… read more
She is calm, competent and trustworthy. She brought an air of capable independence to the sanctuary - learning fast and willing to crack on with tasks that need doing without the need for any instruction, using her common sense and… read more
Katherine, Theresa and Bex are beautiful and kind souls, and managed to create a… read more
Highly, highly recommend :)
