Experience farm life in Rural County Wicklow, Ireland

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25/10/2020
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I run a farm in Ireland on the Wicklow - Wexford Border ,20 minutes walk from Clogga Beach and 4km from Arklow town ,Surrounding area popular for trekking and mountain climbing . Farm house surrounded by mature trees and garden making it a very peaceful setting . The farm is busy, mainly dairying , milking 60 cows . Mainly spring calving ,
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
General Maintenance
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Farmstay help
Help around the house
Animal Care
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Learn about everyday farm life and looking after the animals , Wicklow has beautiful mountainous scenery and some lovely beaches , Brittas Bay being one, There are many historical sites including Glendalough , an old monastic settlement dating back to the 6th Century, Dublin City , the capital city is connected by bus and train and is about an hour and 15 minutes,
Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage
This host offers accommodation and payment.
Help
Tasks will include looking after calves , gathering timber, fencing, general tidying and gardening, Also on bad weather days some inside general maintenance household work , Hope to renovate old building in the near future so some help painting and decorating
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
Room in House
What else ...
Lots of historical places in the surrounding area , new library opened recently in Arklow, Beach about 20 minutes walk, Area popular for trekking
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
- Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week

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24/09/2020

Left by Workawayer (Lea) for host

This was my first workaway experience and I was so nervous, but Marjorie and Dermot were so sweet that I felt so comfortable. It was like a second home. I laughed so much and learned so much. Teatime, Lio, the cows and the great movie nights will always remain in my memory. A little tip for new workawayers: Go to "the broken chair", they serve… read more

(Excellent )

01/09/2020

Left by host for Workawayer (Lea)

Lea started with us August 1st and her stay has been pleasure . She is an excellent help especially milking the cows , She learned very quickly and never hesitated in offering her help in the daily tasks and challenges of farm life . She is a very positive person and a great team player, which she must have derived from her skill in playing… read more

(Excellent )

01/09/2020

Left by host for Workawayer (Caroline)

It was a pleasure to be in the company of Caroline for six weeks in the summer. She came as a student to observe farm life and she immersed herself in the daily life of the farmer during that time. She was interested in how Dermot coped with the everyday stresses on the farm and she indeed helped in coping with those stresses while she was here. I… read more

(Excellent )

27/08/2020

Left by host for Workawayer (Julien)

Bonjour Julien
It was great that Julien joined us for four weeks . He is a true gentleman and everyone misses him. It rained all day on the day he left and Léa, another workawayer staying here, aptly said that Ireland is crying because Julien had left the country. There was a great sense of camaraderie between all three workawayers here with… read more

(Excellent )

26/08/2020

Left by Workawayer (Julien) for host

Dear Marjorie and Dermot

It was for me the first time that I did a workaway, that I traveled alone, and I admit that I was a little stressed at the beginning ^^. But it didn't last very long! Barely arrived, it was 11 pm I remember, that I already had a cup of tea in my hand: the first tea time! (after calculation I think I drank around 140 in 4… read more

(Excellent )

23/07/2020

Left by Workawayer (Juan Pablo) for host

Marjorie and Dermot are great people. I spent the beginning of the Covid Era with them, for over three months. Now I continue traveling but I have in my pockets very pleasant moments with them.
Dermot is a passionate farmer who appreciates his work and if you are interested in learning he will teach you what you need.
#text redacted# I'll miss my… read more

(Excellent )

15/05/2020

Left by host for Workawayer (Juan Pablo)

Juan Pablo started with us on 11th April . He settled into farm life very well and was of great assistance to Dermot on the farm . He was always willing to help in the various daily tasks. He is a very pleasant person to be around , he is a quiet young man but very interested in learning about his surroundings. He visited all the local places of… read more

(Excellent )

12/07/2020

Left by Workawayer (Manuel Armando & Michelle Andrea) for host

When my flight was cancelled I looked for options and found a wonderful place!

SUPER RECOMMENDED!

I was a little more than 2 months, since arrival they made me feel at home, Marjorie is undoubtedly a very attentive and overly helpful person, my English is not good yet, I am learning and she always tried to help me improve.

Dermot speaks too… read more

(Excellent )

18/05/2020

Left by host for Workawayer (Manuel Armando & Michelle Andrea)

Armando joined us on the farm the beginning of April because his flight to Mexico was cancelled due to Covid 19. We have been very fortunate to have his help as he has been of great assistance to Dermot on the farm. This time of the year is very busy getting ready to cut the silage and a lot of young calves to be fed and taken care of . Armando… read more

(Excellent )

09/03/2020

Left by Workawayer (Laura ) for host

I'm bad at writing so I'll just say: Great host, great cows and great calves. There was always lots of laughs. Dermot and Marjorie really look after you and get sure you are happy.

(Excellent )

09/03/2020

Left by host for Workawayer (Laura )

Laura stayed with us for over two months beginning in January and she has certainly been of great assistance in helping us get through the daily chores on the farm. She helped both on the farm looking after the cows and the calves and also prepared the dinner in the evening. She is quiet a good cook and made some very tasty soup during her time… read more

(Excellent )

04/03/2020

Left by host for Workawayer (Paul)

Paul stayed with us for three weeks in February and it was a pleasure to have him stay . He never worked on a dairy farm before and despite finding it difficult at first, he persevered and was of great assistance in the everyday chores on the farm , He was always willing to help even late into the evening as farming is around the clock work. He is… read more

(Excellent )

03/03/2020

Left by Workawayer (Paul) for host

It's was my first time in Ireland. I spent 3 weeks at the farm with Dermot and Marjorie. This experience was very amazing for me.
They are very kind, funny and welcoming people.
The job isn't too hardly and very interessant. I miss the cows and calves.
In your free time, you can discover the lovely landscapes ( beachs and moutains) or watch great… read more

(Excellent )

26/12/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (POL)

Pol stayed with us on the farm in the summer for 7 weeks . It was a pleasure to have him stay with us . He helped both on the farm and with the household chores and was of great assistance in completing the everyday tasks on the farm. He is also very friendly and informed us about farming in Spain which was interesting comparing it to farm life in… read more

(Excellent )

15/12/2019

Left by Workawayer (POL) for host

Hello there!!
First of all I’m sorry, I should have post this review 3 month ago.
It was my first workaway experience and I couldn’t be more happy with the place I’ve been. I stay at this wonderful farm during 7 weeks and it was amazing. Thank you Dermot and Marjorie for your welcome, your kindness and your hospitality. I also met so many… read more

(Excellent )

02/12/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Iker)

Iker stayed with us for just over three weeks and it was a pleasure to have him stay here. He is very positive, friendly and was of great assistance on the farm. He never worked on a farm before but got on very well in the daily farm routine finishing all the tasks given to him. He also helped out cooking the dinner in the evening. We had good… read more

(Excellent )

01/12/2019

Left by Workawayer (Iker) for host

I spent 23 days in the farm with Dermot and Marjorie and I only have good things to say about them, they treated me really well and they made me feel at home. When I was with them I had a lot of fun (they have a great sense of humor) and they respected my own space and free time, I felt very comfortable with them!
The help you will be asked for… read more

(Excellent )

17/10/2019

Left by Workawayer (Gabriel) for host

Hello, first of all sorry for leaving the feedback to much late. I went to Marjories and Dermont farm for two months and I learnt a lot of thing about countryside and about how to run a farm, I have a very good experience, I enjoy a lot, Dermont and I had a very good relationship and we enjoy watching movie every nigths, he teach me very good… read more

(Excellent )

26/06/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Gabriel)

Gabriel stayed with us on the farm for two months. During that time he was very hard working and was always ready to offer his help in any task on the farm. He especially loved driving the tractor for tasks like rolling the fields. He also liked caring for the young calves. He is a very pleasant and sociable person and Dermot and himself enjoyed… read more

(Excellent )

18/08/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (shiou-huei)

It was delightful to have Sharon stay with us because of her positivity and enthusiasm . She had no experience of farm life previously but by the end of her 10 days with us she was indeed of great assistance in milking the cows . She got through the work very efficiently . She is also a great cook and surprised me one morning having cooked a… read more

(Excellent )

10/08/2019

Left by Workawayer (shiou-huei) for host

I spend ten days in this lovely farm,it was my first workaway and it gave me an unforgettable memories when I was in Ireland.My job was milking and feeding cows,it was not a hard work.i didn’t feel like I’m here for work,I felt like I’m here for relaxing with those lovely people and animals (Leo is my best friend!).
Dermot is the best teacher I… read more

(Excellent )

30/05/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Linda)

Linda stayed with us for two weeks which was all too short as she contributed a great deal to the everyday life on the farm and in the household. She was not afraid of any task and was very interested in the cows, and the routine of the farm. She had never worked on a farm before so she wanted to learn everything in the short time she was here. We… read more

(Excellent )

20/05/2019

Left by Workawayer (Linda) for host

My stay with Marjorie and Dermot was excellent. Both are extremely lovely and carrying humans. In those 2 weeks I stayed with them we had deep conversations as well as good laughs. Whatever question you have about farm life, Dermot will tell you. I learnt a lot from him about cows. Every sunday they would take us workawayers to beautiful places… read more

(Excellent )

12/05/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Eduardo)

Eduardo has been helping us on the farm most weekends and other times when he has no classes in the English School in Dublin which he attends during the week. I am amazed at his independence and maturity at 21 years of age. It is a pleasure to have him stay here as he always has a great attitude and smile. He has been a great help to Dermot on the… read more

(Excellent )

03/05/2019

Left by Workawayer (Anna) for host

First of all I have to say sorry for the delay in giving a feedback.
I spend 4 weeks in May at the farm and I wish it had been more. I really enjoyed the time with Marjorie, Dermont, Martin (the other workawayer from Mexico) and their dog Leo. It was a nice experience to feed the little calves with milk from the bottle and later with the bucket.… read more

(Excellent )

13/03/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Anna)

It has been a pleasure hosting Anna. She has helped both in preparing the meals and keeping the house organised and also looking after the young calves of which there are many as it is in the middle of the calving season. She is very friendly and sociable and is interested in all that's happening in the farm and willing to help out even in the… read more

(Excellent )

15/04/2019

Left by Workawayer (Martin Josue) for host

I want to say it's the best experience I've had on the site, spend three months on the farm and be in love
I move constantly and never before it was difficult to say goodbye, but this place is special, and the people around are more so!
Dermot always has something to tell, he knows a lot about movies and we watched a few together, he has a good… read more

(Excellent )

28/02/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Martin Josue)

We were truly privileged to have Martin stay with us for three months on the farm. He is an amazing worker , energetic, enthusiastic , always doing his utmost in every job. Farming in the winter is very challenging at times but Martin immersed himself in the whole experience, feeding the cows, looking after the young calves and helping with the… read more

(Excellent )

01/01/2019

Left by Workawayer (Homère) for host

I spend 3 lovely months at Dermot’s place! At the beginning I was supposed to stay just for 3 weeks but this family is incredible, you really feel comfortable around them. You’re part of the daily life of the family (at least for your stay), you live with Dermot all week long and Marjorie is home for the weekends. The house is near the town center… read more

(Excellent )

15/12/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Homère)

We hosted Homère for almost 3 months. We were very privileged to have him stay with us. He was kind, smart, respectful and always willing to help. He was of great assistance to Dermot on the farm , helping out with the milking and the daily routine on the farm. He is chatty and sociable and also independent . He made use of the bicycle to discover… read more

(Excellent )

18/12/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Tayla )

Tay has stayed with us for almost 3 months and during that time it was a pleasure to have her stay. She is diligent , conscientious and always wants to do the best she can. She had no previous experience of farm life, coming from London but she did not mind any of the daily challenges which is part of a farm particularly on a dairy farm. We wish… read more

(Excellent )

09/11/2018

Left by Workawayer (Laurin) for host

Dia duit! I had a really exciting and interesting month on Dermot's Farm. It was fun bringing the cows in and help milking them. Beside milking, I also cutted some wood blocks for the upcoming winter. Furthermore I enjoyed disussing with Dermot about farming, politics and other issues. Marjorie made it possible for me to see Waterford and… read more

(Excellent )

05/09/2018

Left by Workawayer (Hannah) for host

I had a great time at Marjorie and Dermot´s farm. I learned to milk cows, feeding calves and much more. Dermot likes to show and explain you everthing. So if you want to know something, just ask ;)
Marjorie and Dermot are really kind people and they try to make your "travelwishes" come true. The area around the farm is beautiful as well. Near the… read more

(Excellent )

24/08/2018

Left by Workawayer (Anna) for host

My stay with Marjorie and Dermot was wonderful! Milking the cows was for me a very unique experience and I enjoyed every minute. Dermot and Marjorie are both very nice, friendly and caring people. I felt more as a guest than a helper actually! If you are interested, you will meet a lot of new local people from Arklow.
I have met a nice girl from… read more

(Excellent )

01/03/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Benoit)

It was a pleasure to host Benoit . He is polite , friendly and very interested in learning. He is a great worker and showed endurance as working on a farm in the cold winter weather is not easy. He also informed us of his experience working on his uncle's farm in France. He was a great help in the house , preparing meals when I was not there and… read more

(Excellent )

28/02/2018

Left by Workawayer (Benoit) for host

I spent 2 weeks with Dermot and Marjorie two really kind person, it was my second workaway experience. And it was a good experience. Arklow, the city close to Dermot's farm is really nice I went to Arklow's cinema and pub.
The work was interesting I had to work in the farm while Dermot was milking the cow. I learnt and discovered a lot about cows… read more

(Excellent )

31/07/2017

Left by Workawayer (María) for host

Me and my friend stayed at Dermot and Marjorie's farm for 3 weeks, and it was an excellent experience. Dermot and Marjorie are lovely good people. From the beginning we were treated as if we were their children and they made us feel like as we were at home. They cared a lot for us and for that we took advantage of our free time in Ireland. In… read more

(Excellent )

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