Help the grandkids with homework and explore the peak district from Ashbourne, Derbyshire, UK

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30/11/2021
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Welcoming immediate help. We are a family who have had workaways for a number of years in UK, Spain and South Africa
At the moment we can’t travel so we are stuck .so we're doing tasks in the house and garden.
We have six grandchildren so would really welcome your help.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Babysitting and creative play
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Learn and experience:
How English family live
Cooking and eating English food and baking
Walking and cycling in derbyshire Peak District COVID alowing
Helping with gardening growing veg ect
Helping and learning home maintance
Learning English
Projects involving children
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Help
We would love some help with:
Gardening
Around house
Decorating
Helping with kids homework if you wish
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
Single bedroom or double
All meals provided
What else ...
Walking in the Peak District
Finding about the amazing country
Use of bikes to get about
Learning how English family lives
As we are in lockdown we can’t do much
Learn to cook and bake
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
- Can host families
Can host digital nomads
This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Maximum 5 hours a day 5 days a week

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Family fun in jacuzzi at the house

Our boat and jet ski

Boys going to beach

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More boat fun

William launching dingy

Boat fun

William cooking lunch on boat

Feedback left by and about host (30)

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Communication:
(4.8)

22/04/2021

Left by host for Workawayer (Marin)

Really enjoyed his stay , he fitted in the family well, helping with any jobs we asked
Very good at gardening

(Excellent )

12/04/2021

Left by Workawayer (Marin) for host

Most lovely hosts, Mrs. Marry and her family made me feel like I am a member of the family, food was delicious(proper home cooked), job itself was revolving around premise maintenance, lawn mowing, some kitchen assistance. Fully fulfilled my expectations. Looking forward on coming again.

(Excellent )

28/09/2020

Left by host for Workawayer (Maria Florencia & Mateo)

They were one of the best workaways we have had, fitted in with our family did any thing we asked.
We’re good with children , good in the kitchen and garden.
We had to return to uk early due to Covid,they helped us pack the house up in record time
Will always be welcome to join us

(Excellent )

02/09/2020

Left by Workawayer (Maria Florencia & Mateo) for host

Our first Workaway with Mary and martin’s family was more than we expected. Very kind family, we enjoyed them on the swimming pool, the boat and the beach plans. The house is lovely and we were very confortable In the room with our private bathroom. You can have any kind of food you like at any time. We worked in the house helping cooking,… read more

(Excellent )

27/01/2020

Left by Workawayer (Martina & Damian) for host

We had a great time at Mary´s and Martin´s place. It was our first experience and we really enjoyed it.
The kids arrived 10 days after us and they were lovely, specially the twins with whom we spent the mayority of time.
The job was basically preparing and setting up the house for the time the rest of the family arrived. And once they were there,… read more

(Excellent )

08/09/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Paula & Lucia)

These were just the best workaway, they did everything asked joining family activates, house work gardening , hope they will join us sometime in south africa

(Excellent )

05/09/2019

Left by Workawayer (Paula & Lucia) for host

We absolutely enjoyed our exchange. We stayed with Mary, Martin and their family for 10 days. We had an amazing experience. We share a lot of time with them, mostly breakfasts and dinners. Mary was always taking care that we eat good and that we have our free time every day. They even invited us to boat trips around the Costa Brava, with a lot of… read more

(Excellent )

12/10/2018

Left by Workawayer (Radim) for host

I have been with Mary and Martin at their home for two weeks. It was a very good experience about garden working. We enjoyed a lot of fun together, trips on boats. I can really recommend this stay. Thank you for it. See you Radim

(Excellent )

04/09/2018

Left by Workawayer (Jacob) for host

Very lovely family who live a very fun and exciting lifestyle that always keeps you entertained. Mary never fails to make sure you’re well fed and looked after. The kids are great fun and the two twins will always amaze you.

We had an incredible time although unfortunately cut short, would absolutely recommend to anyone. Thank you for having us :)

(Excellent )

12/11/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Erin & Teddy)

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(Negative )

04/11/2017

Left by Workawayer (Erin & Teddy) for host

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(Negative )

18/05/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Paul)

Paul fitted in with our family well, brought good supply of tea and biscuits.
Was excellant painter and did all task asked.
Was very patient when grandchildren stayed.
I would recommend him to any one.
Hope to host you again in capetown next jan

(Excellent )

17/05/2017

Left by Workawayer (Paul) for host

….nearly 6 weeks I stayed with Mary and Martin at their home in Empuriabrava. I had a great time with them. They are the most grounded people I have ever had the pleasure to meet. I was fortunate to meet their grown children and grandchildren who most definitely added a sparkle to Mary's eyes... they were quite rightly the centre of everyone's… read more

(Excellent )

10/05/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Rebecca)

Info notice: Workawayer cancelled stay or there was a no show at the last minute

(No show)

27/04/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Melissa & Kimberly)

It was a pleasure to have you join our family.
I would recommend you to join any family.
Good with kids and willing to help in house and garden.

(Excellent )

24/04/2017

Left by Workawayer (Melissa & Kimberly) for host

Mary and Martin were very generous for hosting us as workaways. They have a beautiful home on the Costa Brava which we enjoyed getting to visit! We had a variety of jobs around the house during the day and got free time in the afternoon plus two days off every week. We loved getting to know their grandkids and spending time with the whole family!… read more

(Excellent )

15/03/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Jesse)

We were pleased to have you stay, you were a great help with chores,
We are pleased you enjoyed your Sunday roast

(Very good )

10/03/2017

Left by Workawayer (Jesse) for host

A truly great English experience, in short, as my stay was short due to personal comitments. Spent roughly two weeks plus a little with this family, was warmly welcomed and cared for.
The help needed varied, mostly due to the weather, from carting/stacking firewood to skinning potatoes and giving a hand with the children. Something i haven't… read more

(Very good )

15/03/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Angel Eduardo)

Thanks for being part of our family

(Very good )

15/03/2017

Left by Workawayer (Angel Eduardo) for host

Muy buenas personas, estuve con ellos por casi 2 meses, las bebes son muy lindas y muiy divertidas. El alojamiento es muy bueno en casa de David.

(Very good )

20/01/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (josue salomon & miriam beatriz )

Thanks for choosing to stay with us, you where such a pleasure to have as part of our family.
You were great with the twins they are missing you, but David and the boys are also missing you, hope we can meet again in the future.

(Excellent )

15/01/2017

Left by Workawayer (josue salomon & miriam beatriz ) for host

I spend 3 month with marry and her family in ashbourne I had a wonderful time with her grandchildren and sons they are good people they makes you feel like one of the family. the twins they are really cute girls! Thanks to marry for let me have this good experience! :)

(Excellent )

20/01/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Maximilian )

It was a pleasure to have you stay, you are being missed by the grandchildren

(Excellent )

19/01/2017

Left by Workawayer (Maximilian ) for host

I stayed with Mary's family for 3 months and it was a wonderful time. They all made me feel at home and they took good care of me. I'm really happy that I met them and I hope I can return the favor someday. Thank you for everything David! :)

(Excellent )

06/07/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Nicolas & Maria Sol)

It was a pleasure to have you stay, it worked well for us all, we now have a very tidy garden and lots of other jobs done.
I really like my gold and silver ducks, but no golden egg yet.
I don't think Nicholas will forget falling off the jet ski coming out port.
Thanks again .

(Excellent )

06/07/2016

Left by Workawayer (Nicolas & Maria Sol) for host

If you like boats, sailing and swimming in the sea this host is perfect for you!!
We spent two really nice weeks in Spain with Mary and Martin. Our jobs were gardening, sanding, vanishing and painting, all things we enjoy doing. After a morning working we would either go to the beach or go sailing with them. Mary always made sure we had… read more

(Excellent )

29/05/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Daniel)

We enjoyed having Daniel stay with our family, he was very easy to be around, he shared in most family activity ,my grandchildren loved him as he always had time for them.
He completed all tasks asked and we now have a lovelly green lawn, thanks to his and Williams hard work.
He even went to visit family in uk before setting of on his bike ride… read more

(Excellent )

27/04/2016

Left by Workawayer (Daniel) for host

I am very grateful I got the chance to spend time with Mary, Martin and their family in Cape Town. My time with them has been a real highlight of my travels so far. The work/leisure split was more than generous on their behalf, expectations were always clear and I left feeling as though we both benefited from our time together.

Mary and… read more

(Excellent )

21/02/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Cedric & Delphine )

Cedric and partner, were our first work way couple.
We had no idea what to expect.
They fitted in with us well, and we're very good with the children.
Cedric is an excellent painter , painting most of the outside of the house.
They didn't take anything for granted, giving us space when needed.
I would recommend them to anybody

(Excellent )

06/02/2016

Left by Workawayer (Cedric & Delphine ) for host

We were welcomed in a lovely home and received everything we could ve asked for.
Mary and Martin are both flexble, understanding people who will treat you fair. In exchange for more or less 6/day, we had two days off and we could still use all the facilities and had the food we wanted. During our time with Mary and Martin, we were able to see… read more

(Very good )

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