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Our non-profit project consists of a 60 acre mixed species woodland with a very interesting past and hopefully a very interesting future.
The woodland has been very mismanaged in the past, from planting of many different invasive species to using it as a dump for all sorts of rubbish. It now has a new vision to be managed by those that want to turn it to a place for people and nature to thrive.
We are working to turn it back to a native British woodland habitat where we allow space for all the natural ecological dynamics. We are encouraging people and community to flourish too by sharing educational spaces for all, running forest school classes, craft courses and other community based events.
We want to invite people to come share, build skills and enjoy themselves. The list of projects to be involved with is endless. Likewise, we also invite those with their own set of skills in which we can learn from also.
There are many big dreams here and we need help building them. If you want to live in the woods and contribute to and learn about a different way of living then get in touch.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
Farmstay help
General Maintenance
Interests
Outdoor activities
Nature
Mountain
Hiking
Cycling
Camping
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Within the realms of woodland ecology and alternative, off-grid living there is scope to learn pretty much anything you want. We want to create a space where people come to learn but also where they come to share their knowledge and culture with us and the local community.
The ecology of woodland is very specific to this part of the world so a unique perspective on ecology can be gained.
The crafts and techniques that many frequenters take part in are also unique to this part of the world too, for example, traditional English timber framing.
Many of us are also involved in the local traditional music scene. Some of us play a lot of music and often perform locally as well as going to gigs so this can all be shared too.
At our doorstep too is the world famous Lake District National Park. Not only is the landscape beautiful it has inspired many famous pieces of art and literature. The mountains and lakes are here to enjoy and experience for us all.
Of us residents, we are all enthusiastic and passionate and can share what we know within our personal expertise. This includes many things such as
Native ecology
Practical woodland help
Traditional woodwork and building techniques
Most aspects Off-grid living
Cooking
Forest school education
there's lots of space here for projects little and large. there's always something to get involved in. Equally, if you have ideas of what you could bring to this place and teach us then let us know.
this is a free open space for like-minded people to enjoy!
Registered non-profit
This host is a registered CIC in the UK and is looking for help with their non-profit project. Please check directly with them if they can provide sponsorship. More info can be found here.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
Because of the nature of this woodlands mismanaged past there is a lot of 're-balancing’ to do so mainly we need help with...
selective woodland management (learning of invasive and non-native tree species and their management)
tree planting of native trees (winter)
track creation and maintenance
Forest garden maintenance
clearing of past rubbish in woodland.
Improving social and learning spaces
BUT... if you can think of something that can benefit our project and our ethos then by all means you can spend your time doing that.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Beginner
Accommodation
There is a yurt for workaways to stay in. It’s only 9 foot in diameter but There is a double bed and room for bags and things. There’s a social area where there’s a wood burning stove and sink and hobs for cooking. There is a compost toilet.
evening meals can be provided each day and usually cooked together as a whole. Due to work and other commitments of us living here we can’t provide cooked breakfast and lunch.
there's also lots of space for guests to park up campervans and pitch tents/yurts.
What else ...
Our project is completely off-grid. We do have running water but very limited electric from solar power.
Guests would have to be comfortable with this. There is minimal phone signal also...but you'll get a much better connection in the woods once all the clutter of life is gone!
we're 4 miles from town with everything you could want there. 5 miles from the nearest lake, Ulswater and the beautiful Lake District National park.
there's a million and one things to do in the area if you like the outdoors.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
Got lots of room for campervans
Can possibly accept pets
Loads of room for pets to run around. We have a very friendly border collie. Wouldn’t accept cats as they have killed birds and even red squirrels in the past
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
My animals / pets
Vreckan
Border collie
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