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I am currently
At home
Description
A mature traveller ex-controls engineer. Now a part-time sculptor
Recently returned from Norway where I was sculpting and helped in the restoration of two historic buildings.
I am currently residing in the South of France.
I'm farm born so practical I know which end to hold a saw and the difference between a nail and screw.
Gregarious but also enjoy my own company.
When not working you’ll find me sculpting with steel, out with my camera or getting lost.
I travel with my own 4x4, trailer and a substantial amount of tools.
Interests
MountainNatureHikingFarmingGardeningCarpentrySustainabilityPetsDIY & craftsCooking & foodPolitics / Social justice
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Art Projects
Some knowledge of:
Gardening
Hospitality/Tourism
Able to teach about:
DIY and building projects
General Maintenance
Life at a Farmstay
Eco Projects
Animal Care
More details about your skills
Farmwork, building, carpentry, metalwork, cooking, gardening, electrics, stonework, shepherding, dog training.
Age
66
Some more information
Smoker
Driver's licence
Allergies
NoSpecial dietary requirements
No
Feedback
23 Jan 2023
Left by host (Come and help us while ...) for Workawayer (Christopher)
(Neutral
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18 Mar 2020
Left by Workawayer (Christopher) for host
(Experience daily family house ...)
I would like to leave positive feedback hence my delay in leaving some but my conscience will not let me.
So, in consequence of my experience, I can not recommend a stay here.
So, in consequence of my experience, I can not recommend a stay here.
(Negative
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11 Jul 2019
Left by host (Experience daily family house ...) for Workawayer (Christopher)
(Very good
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18 Mar 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Christopher)
Fantastic experience with Chris. We can only recommend him warmly to workawayers. Very intresting person, capable, open, we had really a good time together. Thank you! And hope to see him again!
(Excellent
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18 Mar 2020
Left by Workawayer (Christopher) for host
(Looking for a hand in our ...)
If you are seeking hosts that are convivial, attentive without being overbearing, appreciative of your efforts and good humoured then you will find a stay with Michelle and Rudy will be hard to beat.
After my stay at le Mas de la Fontaine I can only recommend you do too.
Their home in the Drome area is ideal if you enjoy getting out and exploring… read more
After my stay at le Mas de la Fontaine I can only recommend you do too.
Their home in the Drome area is ideal if you enjoy getting out and exploring… read more
(Excellent
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23 Jan 2023
Left by host (Come and help us while ...) for Workawayer (Christopher)
(Neutral
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18 Mar 2020
Left by Workawayer (Christopher) for host
(Experience daily family house ...)
I would like to leave positive feedback hence my delay in leaving some but my conscience will not let me.
So, in consequence of my experience, I can not recommend a stay here.
So, in consequence of my experience, I can not recommend a stay here.
(Negative
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11 Jul 2019
Left by host (Experience daily family house ...) for Workawayer (Christopher)
(Very good
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18 Mar 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Christopher)
Fantastic experience with Chris. We can only recommend him warmly to workawayers. Very intresting person, capable, open, we had really a good time together. Thank you! And hope to see him again!
(Excellent
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18 Mar 2020
Left by Workawayer (Christopher) for host
(Looking for a hand in our ...)
If you are seeking hosts that are convivial, attentive without being overbearing, appreciative of your efforts and good humoured then you will find a stay with Michelle and Rudy will be hard to beat.
After my stay at le Mas de la Fontaine I can only recommend you do too.
Their home in the Drome area is ideal if you enjoy getting out and exploring… read more
After my stay at le Mas de la Fontaine I can only recommend you do too.
Their home in the Drome area is ideal if you enjoy getting out and exploring… read more
(Excellent
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15 Aug 2019
Left by Workawayer (Christopher) for host
(Come and help me around my ...)
Having spent the spring with Michele I can only recommend a stay with her.
She has a great sense of humour and we spent many hours swapping tales of our travels.
Her beautiful home is rural and quiet with good walks close by.
The work I did while staying with her was varied mainly outdoors in her large garden.
Michele is a good cook so if you… read more
She has a great sense of humour and we spent many hours swapping tales of our travels.
Her beautiful home is rural and quiet with good walks close by.
The work I did while staying with her was varied mainly outdoors in her large garden.
Michele is a good cook so if you… read more
(Excellent
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18 Jul 2019
Left by host (Brewery smoke house barn ...) for Workawayer (Christopher)
Chris was a motivation from the moment he arrived great skill set and practical mind . Really helped us out a lot fitted in with our daily routine great stories from a varied past, good company easy going . Thanks Chris come back and taste beer .
(Excellent
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10 Apr 2019
Left by Workawayer (Christopher) for host
(Brewery smoke house barn ...)
Having just spent two months with Ben and Lorraine I can highly recommend them as workaway hosts. I felt relaxed and at ease in their home from the first day both are great cooks so if you enjoy good food you won't go hungry.
Their home up in the Montagne Noire (Black mountains) is ideal for someone who enjoys the outdoor lifestyle and lots of… read more
Their home up in the Montagne Noire (Black mountains) is ideal for someone who enjoys the outdoor lifestyle and lots of… read more
(Excellent
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19 Feb 2019
Left by Workawayer (Christopher) for host
(Help a family of artists, ...)
Having been hosted by Kate and Mark for 5 weeks in their lovely cultured home in Limoux I can definitely recommend that you contact them should you be thinking of visiting this part of the world.
I was made to feel part of the family during my time with them and had many an interesting conversation while eating some tasty meals.
We managed to… read more
I was made to feel part of the family during my time with them and had many an interesting conversation while eating some tasty meals.
We managed to… read more
(Excellent
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9 Jan 2019
Left by host (Help a family of artists, ...) for Workawayer (Christopher)
Wow. Where to start . . . What a lovely guy is Chris (Trot).
He stayed with us for a month and really became one of the family. Friendly, warm, considerate, conscientious and knows so much in his field - and beyond, without 'going on' about it.
We enjoyed many conversations over meals on all subjects.
Amongst many, many jobs dealt with was… read more
He stayed with us for a month and really became one of the family. Friendly, warm, considerate, conscientious and knows so much in his field - and beyond, without 'going on' about it.
We enjoyed many conversations over meals on all subjects.
Amongst many, many jobs dealt with was… read more
(Excellent
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15 Nov 2018
Left by host (Help us with renovations in a ...) for Workawayer (Christopher)
Christopher (although he prefers to be called 'Trot') is a very good asset to have around if you need lots of stuff done and wish to give either no or minimal instructions: basically he can do joinery, welding, plastering and a bunch of other stuff!!! He is a good cook, an excellent conversationalist and has a great understanding of living in a… read more
(Excellent
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9 Nov 2018
Left by Workawayer (Christopher) for host
(Help us with renovations in a ...)
Laury and Joe are great hosts both warm and welcoming.
If your looking for a stay where you will instantly feel part of the family and involved in the local community then you this is the place for you.
Laury is a great cook and loves sharing ideas. If you are looking to gain new skills then time spent with Joe on their renovation project will be… read more
If your looking for a stay where you will instantly feel part of the family and involved in the local community then you this is the place for you.
Laury is a great cook and loves sharing ideas. If you are looking to gain new skills then time spent with Joe on their renovation project will be… read more
(Excellent
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