Help us to restore a small rare plant nursery in Wexford, Ireland

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18/07/2019
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2019

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We are looking for people who have an interest in HORTICULTURE And maybe carpentry metal working or general light Construction or Set/stage prop design.. Ideally we like people to stay 1- 2 months.

You must have a Visa if you need one We cant not help you with this.

Sorry for not relying to email earlier this year I was not well.
We need help to restore a small rare plant nursery in south Wexford, south eastern Ireland. RIght by wonderful beaches lakes and wildlife. Duties would include weeding plants, potting plants, and shaping, grooming, painting, watering and general maintenance, also mosaic or carpentry or any creative skills would be great. Accommodation provided on site in a large Caravan with fast broadband ps2 tv bathroom 3 bedrooms. We are close to a small village and town, buses run regularly to Wexford town from there you can travel to Waterford Cork Dublin, Galway. We are also near the Ferry so you can go to Wales or Uk for day trips. We are happy to bring you to shops or bus stops, but all are within walking distance.
Type of help
Gardening
Building
Art project
Other
Help with Computers / internet
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
lots of interesting places to visit good places to hear music and see festivals and events. wonderful nature. Also learn a lot about plants and horticulture.
Host offers a wage in line with the minimum wage
This host offers accommodation and payment.
Help
Horticulture type work but light. Rare plants and ornamental stock. Potting, cutting, seed sowing tidying up type of stuff. We love creative people and also technical. There are many small projects that can be done with electronics, coding, design carpentry plumbing all sorts.. none of it is to hard and its an easy going place nice vibe. We will provide an allowance for food per person and bring you shopping, you will generally cook for your self.
Languages spoken
English Japanese
Accommodation
Large caravan on site 3 bedrooms with bath room kitchen, secure location ( double gates cctv neighbours near by and We live on site) in a nice area near beaches, shops, and lakes great for photography and walking near to very interesting tourist stuff. Area is full of old castles, beaches, lakes, wildlife, peaceful and gentle area. Also very very dark clear skies at night if you like stars. We have very very fast unlimited internet, Pcs available for you to use if needed.
What else ...
On your time off there are many things to do if you like wildlife there are a number of famous places to see, many castles, lovely beaches, good fishing, close to Waterford, Kilkenny, and Wexford town (busses needed) Dublin or Cork are only 2-3 hours away. Many festivals and events in summer.
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week

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Feedback left by and about host (33)

29/07/2019

Left by Workawayer (Yuzu ) for host

First of all, I'm verry sorry to reply late. I stayed great 3 weeks in the end of this March. Rob and Ami are very kind and they made me many opportunities to learn English, their daughter Chichi is always very energetic. There are 2 or 3 another workawayer at that time, we shared lots of time, lunch, dinner at their cozy caravan. The work is not… read more

(Excellent )

05/10/2018

Left by Workawayer (Ryuichi) for host

The experience I had here was amazing. I have experienced several workaway programs, and honestly this one was the best. I basically helped out in marketing with the project Rob and Ami is planning, and general job around the garden. Because the nature around the area was so beautiful, everyday was really refreshing, and also was able to see many… read more

(Excellent )

27/09/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Ryuichi)

Ryuichi is a gentleman, totally nice guy, bright, enthusiastic and capable. Ryuichi came to help us with some marketing for a project were looking at, and help to train another person in the methods required to do the research. He also helped out with some general stuff that we have to do here. Ryuichi Is able to get concepts quickly and provide… read more

(Excellent )

08/08/2018

Left by Workawayer (luzia) for host

This a my first working exchange. Rob and Ami are very friendly, they always take care about me. There is a supermarket beside my lady’s island that 15-20mins walk from here. You can shoot a nice sunset in there. If you need fixable work schedule , here is a good choice for you. They provide reasonable flexibility. Also if you like fresh… read more

(Excellent )

10/02/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (YaYi)

Annie stayed with for a couple of months, She is very nice person talkative funny and enjoys life. She worked well and integrated with everybody and helped out and embraced some our mad projects! she was a pleasure to have around and we hope she continues her travels and is welcome back here anytime. Annie has very good English and very good… read more

(Excellent )

05/02/2018

Left by Workawayer (YaYi) for host

I stayed here over two months and having much great memories! Such as the puppets show we did with Germans, a crazy Christmas dinner and some nights we're enjoying Irish music in Pub! Both Rob and Ami are very nice, talkative and open-minded people. They gave me many suggestions of my traveling and answered me any kind of questions. As well as… read more

(Excellent )

03/01/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Trân)

Tran, is a very bright young woman, who will go far in life. of this i am sure. as for erotic massages, well its daily physio that I get to enable me to function so don't get too excited. Tran worked well and integrated well in to this place. She is welcome back. Tran the potato story is not funny other people are just being polite.

(Excellent )

22/11/2017

Left by Workawayer (Trân) for host

Welcome to the "most boring, meanest" family in county Wexford! Hint: They are very different from what you imagine (at least I think so). As reading from others' reviews, you already know that they are super kind, caring, friendly, etc. I had a nice time there and feel lucky to know them. This place is retreat like and you somehow lose track of… read more

(Excellent )

23/10/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Vanessa)

Vannessa is great person, She was only here a few days and had to leave earlier then anticipated to take exams for her chosen career. We hope she comes back again with the birds in the spring. Her english is good and getting better. She is a capable worker and is a nice person to have around, we had just come out of a hurricane with a big storm… read more

(Excellent )

22/10/2017

Left by Workawayer (Vanessa) for host

Although I stayed only 5 days at Rob and Amir I had a special time there . The both are very lovely, chatty and understandable . I really enjoyed the familiar time with them. The work was relaxing and flexible .my roommate was great too. Thank you also for helping to improve my English.
The only thing I had to get used to, was the accommodation (… read more

(Very good )

23/10/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Kenya)

Kenya is great guy, he can undertake quite complicated tasks and execute them very well. He is a well mannered intelligent creative young man and I see a bright future for him. While he was here his english improved a lot and I think it will get better. I was able to communicate with him with out problems. He is welcome back anytime. Sad to see… read more

(Excellent )

16/10/2017

Left by Workawayer (Kenya) for host

I had a special time.
I was taught many things by rob.
That things was huge impact on my life.
I wrote down that things in my diary.

There are simple and interesting works.

Also,I could work as a photographer and graphic designer .

I could have fulfilling days during my stay.

I am grateful to Rob and Ami.

Im looking forward to seeing you… read more

(Excellent )

11/10/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Alexa)

We had expected This workawayer to arrive last week, we tried many times to contact her and she never got back to us, messages were read but never she replied. We hope she is ok, but she didn't communicate to us and we kept a place and delayed projects for her that other people could have taken,.

(No show)

27/12/2016

Left by Workawayer (Alex) for host

Even though I was only there for a couple of weeks it was a really great experience for me!
Robs a great bloke and lovely family too. As long as you don't mind mucking in, the work is quite easy going and the people you'll meet who come to the garden nursery and toyshop are great to chat to. Overall I massively recommend Rob as a host he's very… read more

(Excellent )

14/11/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Roberto & Jorge )

Roberto is great guy good worker, polite and helpful. Wish he had stayed longer Roberto is always welcome back here . If he comes your way take him! He left his accommodation spotlessly tidy and was a pleasure to have around. He works well and can take and execute instructions and work without supervision.

We wish him the very best of… read more

(Excellent )

07/11/2016

Left by Workawayer (Roberto & Jorge ) for host

Im so happy to meet Bob. I felt very welcome at home. He has never missed me anything and he has always been attentive to me. His daughter is a charm. Work has always been easy with him and I had long conversations with Bob pleasant. I recommend it 100%. I laughed a lot and enjoyed. I do not know when I will see you but I want to. Rob Thanks again… read more

(Excellent )

12/10/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Mayu)

Mayu Is cool. She works well with other workawayers and was always happy to help with any tasks we had. Mayu is easy going fun person reliable trust worthy and great to have around. I hope she comes back someday. Mayu worked hard and probably a little more then she had to and we appreciate that, as i had some difficult circumstances this… read more

(Excellent )

12/10/2016

Left by Workawayer (Mayu) for host

Hi :)
Rob's place is my last and the best place of my stay in Ireland. I did weeding, watering, seed sowing, tidying, feeding cats, etc... There're many kinds of jobs, so I wasn't bored in here; moreover I could work frexibly. Rob is talkative, funny, easygoing, and I learnt real English by talking with him :) I also never forget his… read more

(Excellent )

07/08/2016

Left by Workawayer (Tristan) for host

hi,
I spent two wonderful months in this family. this place was become like my home. I learned a lot and improve my English. I will return again with pleasure. i'm glad to know these person. Work is interesting and pleasant. Simply, everything was perfect. I wish the best for you. I hope to see you soon. thanks again

(Excellent )

25/07/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Tristan)

Tristan, Is a great guy, a serious worker, and always sought more to do. Tristan stayed with us for about 2 months and really learned english to a good level in that time. He is and intelligent hard working pleasant man. We would alway welcome him back and wish him the best for the future studies he plans. He got on well with other… read more

(Excellent )

15/07/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Marie)

Marie is a very nice person came to us at short notice as another host didn't work out, we were happy to accommodate her. She worked well and is a pleasure to have around. We wish her the best of luck in her new job.

(Excellent )

24/05/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (TSAI-JOU & YI-LING)

Aeon is cool, She stayed with us for a good few months. worked hard and got involved, A truly nice person. Cooked great food also. She enjoyed her time her and Her English is fine. We'd love to have her back. Easy going nice person no problems. Talented artist and over all a pleasure to have around.

(Excellent )

12/02/2016

Left by Workawayer (TSAI-JOU & YI-LING) for host

It was my first workaway experience and definitely we had a great time. Rob and his family treat us like family. We visit many amazing sights around Wexford. Rob is a perfect astronomical expert as well. He taught us lots of astronomical knowledge, and we watched space stations and beautiful meteor shower together. I also had a cool Christmas time… read more

(Excellent )

17/12/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Victoria)

Victoria is a lovely person, hard working and not afraid to get stuck into the job. She is a great cook and made cakes for other work-awayers and integrated well. She worked hard here and we really appreciated it. Victoria also painted a lovely mural for us. She is always welcome here.
Victoria and others helped to clear out a… read more

(Excellent )

17/12/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (isabel)

Isabel is great person very independent. Capable of working under her own initiative. Has a love of gardening and nature. We had to slightly inconvenience her when she arrived to due to a double booking (lost in translation) and some personal chaos in my life (had to move house suddenly). She was cool with that and stayed with another… read more

(Excellent )

06/09/2015

Left by Workawayer (isabel) for host

Rob is a witty man with a sharp tongue,you´ll enjoy with him undoubtly. the place is meeeesy and a bit chaotic however, if you love plants and freedom don´t hesitate this is your place...
Thanks Rob I hope your place be a top level place in a while
ADIOS

(Very good )

26/07/2015

Left by Workawayer (HsiuYu) for host

I had such a wonderful first workaway experience in this place and actually didn't want to leave at the end. Rob is a very talktive and interesting person, always there when you need help. We did go to lots of different beach near by. I also had a good time with Ami and Chichi, wish to meet you again in Taiwan or Japan!!!!!! The work is not hard… read more

(Excellent )

25/07/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (HsiuYu)

HsiuYu Shih is a lovely person intelligent, enthusiastic, and willing to try her hand at anything. We found her to be a joy to work with and would love her to come back. I highly recommend her. I am Sure she will be a successful person in anything she does. HsiuYu Shih's english is also very good.

(Excellent )

26/06/2015

Left by Workawayer (Florian) for host

This was my first workaway experience and it was a great one. Rob is a fantastic person with many stories to tell. He took me to several amazing places nearby. Work was varied and appropriate, there is always something to do. Staying in the caravan was great, maybe too adventurous for some;) Wish, i could have stayed longer. Thanks and Cheers Rob

(Excellent )

26/06/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Florian)

Florian, is very capable intelligent man, very nice person and very interesting. He stayed with us for about a week in June, he helped us lay out a new area for our nursery and did it precisely first time. I would hire him for any job any time. He is neat and tidy and not a bad guitarist, has no difficulty with complex tasks or… read more

(Excellent )

26/06/2015

Left by Workawayer (jeff) for host

Had a great time with this hosting. Rob and his family are very accomodating and interesting. Good fresh food always available, very flexible working conditions, good craic, took us sightseeing most evenings If your interested in anything Irish/ Japanese then this is the place to come. Had pick-ups
both ways. I'll be back :)

(Excellent )

26/06/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (jeff)

Jeff is great guy very helpful, we wish he had him for longer but he was only passing through. He put up framing for a couple of sheds for us which was urgently needed. He is a friendly decent competent man. We hope he comes back. Highly recommended.

(Excellent )

26/06/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Roux)

Roux is a top bloke, Good worker, bright, friendly and enthusiastic. He only stayed with us for a little while but we hope he comes back. He helped us grade out wood we had on site and with generally tidying up of the place. He potted many plants for the first time and he seems to have green fingers. Roux also built a lovely planter… read more

(Excellent )

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