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Travel information
I am currently
Travelling
Activities i am interested in:
I'm back on the road looking to volunteer as a carpenter, farmhand, or general help 🪚🚜
Description
I'm an English guy who spent the last 5 years working as an engineer in the UK. I decided it was time to try out living away from the monthly paycheck for a while, and get experience doing work whilst travelling. I like woodworking, beaches, food and making music (mostly guitar but drums and piano too). My main aim is to become a caepenter, start web development and do some busking!
Interests
Astronomy
Beach
Vegetarian or vegan
Writing
Books
Outdoor activities
Animals
Carpentry
Technology
Self development
Sustainability
Nature
Music
Hitchhiking
Mountain
Languages
Fitness
Gardening
Farming
DIY & crafts
Cooking & food
Adventure sports
Languages
Languages spoken
English: FluentMore details about my language interests
I'd like to improve my french
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Languages
Eco Projects
Charity Work
Some knowledge of:
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Life at a Farmstay
General Maintenance
Helping around the house
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Able to teach about:
Helping with Computers/ Internet
More details about your skills
Carpentry, web design, engineering problem solving, power tools, farming, music
Age
30
Some more information
Smoker
Driver's licence
Allergies
Special dietary requirements
Feedback
27 Mar 2025
Left by host (Self sustainable and ...) for Workawayer ()
Oli helped us with some general jobs around the homestead and on our new vegetable beds and BBQ pit.
He's a very handy guy that's difficult to stop. I really appreciated the fact that I could just leave him to it. He seemed to enjoy the process just as much as I did. He thinks along with the work.
Very friendly, good with the kids and easy to… read more
He's a very handy guy that's difficult to stop. I really appreciated the fact that I could just leave him to it. He seemed to enjoy the process just as much as I did. He thinks along with the work.
Very friendly, good with the kids and easy to… read more
(Excellent
)
27 Mar 2025
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Self sustainable and ...)
I spent a little over a week with Jack, Thuy and the family, and it was a special experience. I worked mostly with Jack on building a new vegetable bed, "strawberry hill", a new compost heap, and a big BBQ area.
Jack is relaxed, patient and very kind, which makes him great to work with. Thuy is a superb cook - I don't think I skipped seconds… read more
Jack is relaxed, patient and very kind, which makes him great to work with. Thuy is a superb cook - I don't think I skipped seconds… read more
(Excellent
)
24 Aug 2024
Left by host for Workawayer ()
Ollie was one of the best.He can find a solution himself about anything.He is very responsible and trustable.He was always around to help.Thank you Ollie and hope to see you again
(Excellent
)
20 Aug 2024
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Meet people from all around ...)
The Ecofarm is a very special place. The vibe is always relaxed, the people are great, and there are some decent beaches nearby. I leave with fond memories of relaxing in the hammock and deep chats with the other volunteers. The Ecofarm is a wonderful place for artists too, particularly musicians (Çem is often playing the guitar!). Hopefully I'll… read more
(Excellent
)
18 Oct 2023
Left by Workawayer () for host
(A fun garden and house ...)
I spent a fantastic two weeks with Heidi and Winnie on Wolfe Island in early Oct. I had a great time helping to build a sauna, and Heidi taught me plenty of carpentry tricks along the way. The house and the island are beautiful and the regular (free) ferry service makes it easy to get to nearby Kingston. Winnie is the most affectionate colly… read more
(Excellent
)
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27 Mar 2025
Left by host (Self sustainable and ...) for Workawayer ()
Oli helped us with some general jobs around the homestead and on our new vegetable beds and BBQ pit.
He's a very handy guy that's difficult to stop. I really appreciated the fact that I could just leave him to it. He seemed to enjoy the process just as much as I did. He thinks along with the work.
Very friendly, good with the kids and easy to… read more
He's a very handy guy that's difficult to stop. I really appreciated the fact that I could just leave him to it. He seemed to enjoy the process just as much as I did. He thinks along with the work.
Very friendly, good with the kids and easy to… read more
(Excellent)
27 Mar 2025
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Self sustainable and ...)
I spent a little over a week with Jack, Thuy and the family, and it was a special experience. I worked mostly with Jack on building a new vegetable bed, "strawberry hill", a new compost heap, and a big BBQ area.
Jack is relaxed, patient and very kind, which makes him great to work with. Thuy is a superb cook - I don't think I skipped seconds… read more
Jack is relaxed, patient and very kind, which makes him great to work with. Thuy is a superb cook - I don't think I skipped seconds… read more
(Excellent)
24 Aug 2024
Left by host for Workawayer ()
Ollie was one of the best.He can find a solution himself about anything.He is very responsible and trustable.He was always around to help.Thank you Ollie and hope to see you again
(Excellent)
20 Aug 2024
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Meet people from all around ...)
The Ecofarm is a very special place. The vibe is always relaxed, the people are great, and there are some decent beaches nearby. I leave with fond memories of relaxing in the hammock and deep chats with the other volunteers. The Ecofarm is a wonderful place for artists too, particularly musicians (Çem is often playing the guitar!). Hopefully I'll… read more
(Excellent)
18 Oct 2023
Left by Workawayer () for host
(A fun garden and house ...)
I spent a fantastic two weeks with Heidi and Winnie on Wolfe Island in early Oct. I had a great time helping to build a sauna, and Heidi taught me plenty of carpentry tricks along the way. The house and the island are beautiful and the regular (free) ferry service makes it easy to get to nearby Kingston. Winnie is the most affectionate colly… read more
(Excellent)
13 Sep 2023
Left by host for Workawayer ()
I can just recommanded you to take Oli as Workaway !
He is really nice, always smiling, easy to live, and good cooker ! We laught a lot with him.
He help on the construction of my house, he was carefull and conscientious. I though he already use construction machine ( as circular saw, grinder... ) because he was really good for it as a beginner.… read more
He is really nice, always smiling, easy to live, and good cooker ! We laught a lot with him.
He help on the construction of my house, he was carefull and conscientious. I though he already use construction machine ( as circular saw, grinder... ) because he was really good for it as a beginner.… read more
(Excellent)
1 Sep 2023
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Help me create my own ...)
I stayed with Lucile, Tom and Tiky for 20 days and it was a very special experience. They showed me the beautiful region, cooked wonderful food, and patiently helped me with my French (which is very bad). Tom is an excellent guitarist which helped build a lovely ambiance in the evenings. I would thoroughly recommend!
Tiky can be quite scary at… read more
Tiky can be quite scary at… read more
(Excellent)
6 Jul 2023
Left by host (Come and enjoy historical ...) for Workawayer ()
Oli was an AMAZING Workawayer for us! No only is he super friendly, kind and generous, he works really hard with a smile. He is strong and just gets on with the task at hand. We'd have Oli back ANYTIME! Thanks Oli!
(Excellent)
4 Jul 2023
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Come and enjoy historical ...)
Working with Jeff, Oscar and the boys was one of the best experiences of my life. They were welcoming, generous and kind and I felt like part of the family. I had plenty to do on the grounds of the beautiful chateau and enjoyed spending my mornings digging, strimming and hoovering. Fully intend to go back some day. Best of luck to you all!
(Excellent)
