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13 Apr 2024
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We are a family living in a farmhouse in a beautiful part of North Yorkshire, close to the historic towns of Richmond and Barnard Castle. We have four children, ranging in age from 34 to 21. The older ones are working and the youngest is at university. We are a close family, so they are often home and we eat together in the evenings, which you are welcome to join. We also have three dogs, nine chickens and a lot of horses, so it helps if you love animals!
We have very recently taken on a local pub and are in the process of bringing it back to its former glory. We would need help with this to get it up and running again - this is mainly DIY at the moment so skilled labour needed. In addition to this there are also odd jobs in the house and garden. Good accommodation, good meals and payment in line with UK national minimum wage for help with the pub.
Richmond (North Yorkshire) is the nearest town with lots of quirky shops and restaurants. An old medieval castle, with cobbled streets and lots to explore.
Travellers would learn about rural life in Yorkshire and the surrounding area, which includes lots of historical sites.
If you were coming we would expect you to self isolate for the first few days or alternatively provide a negative lateral flow result. This is perfectly possible as the accommodation is totally separate from our house.
You will need to send proof you are allowed to work in the UK.
Since we left the EU, you will now need the correct visas.
Adhere to covid tier restrictions and travel conditions.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Meeting an interesting and diverse family. Living in a lovely part of the world. Being part of a project to which they can contribute.
Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage
This host offers accommodation and payment.
Host has indicated that they will pay at least the UK minimum hourly wage for each hour worked and that accommodation will also be provided inline with UK guidance. They are asking for help with a business or business activity. Contact the host directly via the site messenger for more information and details about the wage provided. Any arrangements should be agreed in advance with your host.
Help
Ideally we are looking for someone to help with getting our pub up and running so there are a lot of DIY projects there.
As well as your own separate accommodation and food we also offer payment for help with the pub.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Beginner
Accommodation
Accommodation would be provided in a self contained flat with a double bed and shower room.
We have internet access, which anyone is welcome to use.
Our house is situated in a beautiful location at the top of a hill with wonderful views and a lovely garden with lots of places to walk.
What else ...
There's a shop and tea room in the local village nearby, within walking distance. We'll help with local transport as much as we can to take you to the nearest town or train station. Wonderful sightseeing nearby, including Raby Castle, Barnard Castle, Bowes Museum, all very local. York, Durham and Newcastle are only half an hour away on the train from Darlington. There is also a tennis court on the farm, which anyone is welcome to use during their stay.
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 various places on the farm that a camper van can be parked. We can offer shower facilities and electrical hook up if needed.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
5 hours, 5 days per week with two days off each week
Feedback (15)
During my stay, I had the opportunity to travel… read more
Our accommodation was very comfortable, functional and private. Our activities were always well guided by Vick and thank you so much for your help with the English language. :)
During this period the… read more
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During my stay, I had the opportunity to travel… read more
Our accommodation was very comfortable, functional and private. Our activities were always well guided by Vick and thank you so much for your help with the English language. :)
During this period the… read more
No work at the Pub, but did have the odd drink there.
So lots of sanding, repairs and painting. Odd jobs here and there and… read more
I spent 2 and a half months in an idyllic landscape between Darlington and Barnard castle, on the top of a Hill surrounded by trees and fields, accompanied by the sound of the birds, horses, and hens...
It was just a gorgeous place
You couldn't be bored, there were always things to do in differents fields(… read more
Thank you so much for… read more
It was a great experience and I met a lot of nice people.
Nick and Vicky were very kind and they took me to different towns whenever possible even though they were very busy.
I was very happy about that.
Vicky explained British customs, culture and history to me slowly and as clearly as possible.
She was very… read more
We had the chance to stay in the studio with bathroom and kitchen instead of the van, which was good!
Our jobs were painting for the big part but also helping around, cooking, boarding in the new studio,...
Also had the chance… read more
The farm is a very nice place to stay. The landscapes are beautiful, and very relax. The accommodation was one of my favorite parts of this experience. I could see the stars from my bed, and I used to spend hours and hours watching the sky. I used to stay… read more
I was welcomed in straightaway and felt at home automatically, I had the most delicious and healthy wholefood meals every day around the table with the whole family.
I also had my own space where I slept and could relax and… read more
The accommodation was very good, a comfortable studio with a bathroom and kitchen just for me. The location is very good for visiting cities like Durham and York. My job was to organize… read more
The farm is located between two small villages but it´s easy to take the train to some bigger cities around on your days off (e. g. York, you should… read more
