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Help with my wild garden and other projects in Bodmin, mid Cornwall, UK

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Last activity : 16 Oct 2026

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I am looking for help mainly in the wild garden. I am a Workawayer myself and believe that the experience of skill and idea sharing is absolutely the best! I try to live as sustainable lifestyle as possible and have a high regard for the environment. I enjoy the outdoors whenever possible and look forward to meeting Workaways! I would like to host for one week at a time. I don't cook meat but have no problem if anyone wants to buy and cook their own separately! I play banjo and mandolin so musicians especially welcome for a jam around the fire pit!!! If my situation suits you then please send me an email!
Types of help and learning opportunities

Language practice

Light gardening

Creative DIY projects

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Help around the house

Light maintenance
Interests

Plant care

Gardening

Languages

Music

DIY & crafts

Nature

Camping
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

I live in rural Cornwall and love to travel myself. I am a host on other websites and also like to do car sharing. I love the idea of a shared global community, working together and sharing skills and ideas.
Help

I have a wild garden that constantly needs help, weeding and trimming. I have many small projects that I would like to do. A small silted stream that I would like to de-silt and eventually create mini waterfalls with recycled materials and other small artsy ideas. I am also adapting my loft into a cabin style sleeping space and there is often painting/wood treatment tasks that need doing. I would welcome help from anyone with some of the skills necessary for any or all of these projects.

I would like shared cooking responsibilities to enable an exchange of cultures, the cooking of one or two meals in the week and help with the washing up after each meal, and I would also ask that helpers leave the accommodation as they find it.
Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Beginner

This host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
You can contact them directly for more information.
Accommodation

Accommodation in the main house possibly with other lodgers. One washing load (laundry) per week but a visit to a launderette could be arranged.
Single applicants preferable but please contact me and ask!
I would also consider a well-behaved sociable dog, so again, please contact and ask.
What else ...

There are very good walking opportunities right on the doorstep, a small railway station and also a bus service in the village which is very quiet and safe. The property is 5 miles from the sea, 15 miles from Bodmin Moor and 5 mins walk to beautiful woodlands. Also Cornwall is a touristic area and comes complete with many attractions!
There is one very well supplied shop, one church and a welcoming pub in the village for you to enjoy if you wish!
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
- Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?

One

Host ref number: 723619277556

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9 Oct 2026

Left by Workawayer (Josa) for host

Jo is an excellent host. She is very welcoming and helpful, and also gives good guidelines about the work that needs doing. We all made a big difference in the lovely Wild Garden and in the house, working together, and it was satisfying to see the changes. She also gave us opportunities to join in local activities, and walk in the nearby forest. … read more

(Excellent )

9 Oct 2026

Left by host for Workawayer (Josa)

Josa was an enormous help both indoors and out. She is a hard worker and knowledgeable about the plants and very interested in the ways of wildlife gardening. Josa is a good conversationalist and easy to have around. I wouldn't hesitate to have her return!! Thank you Josa!

(Excellent )

4 Oct 2026

Left by host for Workawayer (Elvira)

Elvira was a pleasure to have around, cheerful and respectful. She was enthusiastic to perform any task and did so attentively. She was easy to get along with and fitted in well from the moment she arrived

(Excellent )

4 Oct 2026

Left by Workawayer (Elvira) for host

I spent a wonderful, relaxing week with Jo. On the very first evening, Jo took me for a short walk, and there were more to follow in the beautiful woods of Luxulyan Valley. The garden has a character all of its own, and it was lovely to work in it and see the changes taking place. We’ve also done quite a lot of cleaning round the house. I really … read more

(Excellent )

27 Sep 2026

Left by Workawayer (Fraser) for host

I was amazed at how quickly staying with Jo felt like home. She's located in a place of incredible natural beauty well within walking distance and great access to public transport really open up the options for your days off.

Jo was a delight to work with, though I didn't do much gardening she has so much to show and teach for those interested … read more

(Excellent )

15 Sep 2026

Left by host for Workawayer (Fraser)

Fraser was very easy to have around. He was polite and easy to talk to. He had asked for a carpentry project that he could get to work on, and he quickly became involved in the design of improving my bar area in the garden and constructed windows and a removable screen over the bar. I would recommend anyone to host him in the future and would be … read more

(Excellent )

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9 Oct 2026

Left by Workawayer (Josa) for host

(Excellent)

9 Oct 2026

Left by host for Workawayer (Josa)

(Excellent)

4 Oct 2026

Left by host for Workawayer (Elvira)

(Excellent)

4 Oct 2026

Left by Workawayer (Elvira) for host

(Excellent)

27 Sep 2026

Left by Workawayer (Fraser) for host

(Excellent)

15 Sep 2026

Left by host for Workawayer (Fraser)

(Excellent)

25 Sep 2026

Left by Workawayer (Callum) for host

I am very grateful to Jo for welcoming me into her house. It's quite rare to find someone prepared to welcome volutneers into their home for a workaway in England, and be willing to share food/ house jobs and company so Jo is very unique in that sense. I aspire to be that way when I'm a bit older ! Jo is friendly, flexible and full of life and … read more

(Excellent)

15 Sep 2026

Left by host for Workawayer (Callum)

Callum was very polite and helpful with all that was asked of him. He was very thorough in all that he did for me, helping to paint/treat the cabin and outdoor wooden furniture as well as some light gardening. I would be happy to have him back at any time

(Excellent)

14 Jul 2026

Left by Workawayer (Melanie Leah) for host

Jo’s pre exchange communication was excellent and she is a friendly and welcoming host.
We weeded the beautiful wild garden together , did some inside painting and took some local trips to see the area . Jo’s kindness extended to looking after me when I became unwell at the end of my stay and wheeling my suitcase to the station for my departure!

(Excellent)

4 Jul 2026

Left by host for Workawayer (Melanie Leah)

Melanie was a pleasure to host, her attitude towards the ethos of Workaway was perfect. She was keen to take on any task and worked hard whilst being good company. Melanie is a very interesting person and we had many conversations to reflect that. I would welcome her back at anytime and definitely recommend her to any host!!

(Excellent)

4 Dec 2025

Left by host for Workawayer (Jhair)

Jhair, was very pleasant and willing to help in necessary tasks. He was excellent with a wood saw and has left me with a fine tower of wood !
Communication was quite difficult, due to a language barrier, but we managed well with a little French to express our meaning or explain a task.

(Very good)

7 Oct 2025

Left by Workawayer (Akram) for host

Jo is a truly wonderful and welcoming host — kind, understanding, and always ready to help. She made me feel at home from the moment I arrived, and working with her was a real pleasure. She is patient, cooperative, and positive, which made the work enjoyable and fulfilling. The only bad part was having to leave such a warm and peaceful place. … read more

(Excellent)

6 Oct 2025

Left by host for Workawayer (Akram)

Akram was an absolute pleasure to have around. He was very hard-working and attentive to the task, always smiling and good fun. We achieved so much more than I had hoped for in the week that he was here, all work was done with enthusiasm and a positive outlook. He is also a very good cook and most happy to demonstrate his skills in Algerian … read more

(Excellent)

4 Aug 2019

Left by Workawayer (Joshua) for host

I had a lovely time at Jo's, Luxulyan is a very pretty little village and there are some great walks to do around the valley. The work was varied and interesting and the food was delicious. It was very nice to meet Jo's friends and spend time with them. I was given the opportunity to attend a sea shanty festival and got taken to the Stithians … read more

(Very good)

26 Jul 2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Joshua)

Josh is a very polite person who is keen to tackle all jobs provided. He was well travelled and I would have liked to hear more of his experiences but unfortunately his books got in the way, he is an avid reader which is great but at times things were a little quiet! However I would recommend Josh to anyone considering a volunteer ! Thank you Josh

(Very good)

2 May 2019

Left by Workawayer (Rayan) for host

Our stay at Jo's was really nice and cozy. We helped her in the garden and with wood chopping, and she shared her space with us in the wooden cabin, which was a rather small space for 3, but we never had any problems with that, as we stayed for 9 days! Jo provided us with an amazing healthy food every day, we had good times working and relaxing … read more

(Excellent)

22 Apr 2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Rayan)

Rayan and Ieva are the perfect work away couple, keen to work, learn and share knowledge. They were great company, with good environmental and systainable values, despite living in a shared space and I would happily have them back at any time - they come strongly recommended by myself!

(Excellent)

20 Dec 2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Daniel)

Daniel was good fun and worked hard, this was his first workaway experience and he talked it with a really positive attitude, prepared to share and learn new skills and work on many varied tasks. The time passed quickly and we achieved a lot in that time. I would definitely recommend Daniel to anyone looking for a Workaway. Thank you Daniel - … read more

(Excellent)

20 Dec 2017

Left by Workawayer (Daniel) for host

I have been at Luxulyan for almost 4 weeks at Joanna’s home and it was a very very good experience :grinning:
I have improve my english, i have done a fantatics works and everything it was very good.
Jonna is a fantastic person and we have passed a very funny moments :grinning:
I got a friend for life and if it’s possible , one day i will be … read more

(Excellent)

17 Oct 2017

Left by Workawayer (Yue Tong) for host

I don't know how lucky I was to be the first workaway worker for Jo. She is always kind and friendly. Even though I only stay 5 days, I've done lots of things. Sometimes I worked on my own in the daytime and we spent time together eating and chatting in the nighttime. Jo was always nice to talk. I could arrange my time flexibly for work and … read more

(Excellent)

13 Oct 2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Yue Tong)

Elena was a novice gardener but she had learned so much and had a very good work ethic. She is really friendly and respectful and it has been great fun having her here to help - we have achieved so much in a short time and I would definitely recommend any host to accept Elena ! You are welcome back at any time!

(Excellent)

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