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Looking for our next adventure in Norway!
Interested in carpentry, DIY, mechanics, construction, animal care, housekeeping bits too 😊
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Hey! - Welcome to our profile.

We're Josh and Ellie! Back in the UK you'd likely find us out and about exploring the mountains or enjoying a walk or a swim on the beach with our lovely boy Douglas the medium Labradoodle, who is also joining us on our adventures.
We are both keen travelers and have explored different parts of the world, we love meeting the people who live in the paces we're visiting, and seeing the area though their eyes! We love to be out in nature, a while ago we went on a 2mth road trip in Scotland & then packed up and left for a year adventure to Canada where we met some awesome people though workaway! We have since spent 3mths travelling Europe in the summer of 2024, where we made some amazing memories and again met some wonderful people though workaway, who we are lucky to call out friends!

Josh has worked in forestry as an arborist and construction for 13 years. He is also a qualified IRATA International level 3 industrial abseiler. Josh is very good at all things DIY and loves to apply himself to projects, including wood milling, house construction/building, mechanics and just an all round handy man! lol
Ellie is a registered veterinary nurse since 2018 and is a keen and confident horse rider and owner of two in the UK. Ellie also loves gardening and has lots of experience doing this and always trying to increase her knowledge. She also loves to surf and has recently purchased her own board! Ellie has learnt lots of DIY though Josh and using power tools safety & effectively! When I'm not working at the vets, you'd find me working my housekeeping job or helping Joshes parents get their B&B ready for their next guests.

We're both very handy and we can lend our hand to most tasks our hosts throw our way! We have done 4 workaways in the UK in the past and have since done 8 workaway.info in Canada! We had the time of our lives there!

We are very keen to live sustainable lifestyles and are always looking for alternative living ideas to apply to when we get/ build our own place.

We have set out some plans for our Scandinavia adventure which is starting Sunday 29th December! Very excited! We are lucky to have a very reliable CRV 4X4 with it's fully kitted out new winter tyres!
Intereses
Astronomía
Yoga / bienestar
Fotografía
Deportes de invierno
Deportes acuáticos
Sostenibilidad
Navegar / barcos
Cuidado de plantas
Mascotas
Actividades al aire libre
Naturaleza
Montaña
Historia
Senderismo
Jardinería
Fitness
Agricultura
Eventos y sociedad
Dibujo y pintura
Trabajo de caridad
Playa
Arte y diseño
Bricolaje y manualidades
Cultura
Cocina y alimentación
Carpintería
Acampada
Arquitectura
Animales
Deportes de aventura
Idiomas
Idiomas hablados
Inglés: Fluido
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Would love to learn French and Spanish at some point!
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Habilidades y conocimientos que queremos compartir o aprender
Nos interesa:
Idiomas
Ciertos conocimientos de:
Jardinería
Cocinar para toda la familia
Vida en una granja
Proyectos ecológicos
Ayuda doméstica
Ayuda con ordenadores/Internet
Cuidado de niños y juegos creativos
Podemos enseñar:
Proyectos de construcción y bricolaje
Cuidado de animales
Mantenimiento general
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Hey, so I've (Josh) worked in both Forestry and Construction for 13 years, and then as a kid I worked on a neighbors farm in rural north west Scotland.
I have a wide variety of experience and skills in all things practical and hands on. This is also what I enjoy! I'll always choose to be busy working outside if I have the option! When I was in Canada I really expanded on my carpentry skills, I was making gates, styles, steps and also made a horse mounting block for our host. I also worked for a construction company and was able to improve my knowledge of building houses.I just really love immersing myself to building and solving any problems that come up during the build. I do also enjoy fixing machines or at least finding the route of the issue. These skills have all come from owing very old and run down cars in the past and wanting to fix the issue myself.

Hiya, so i'm (Ellie) a Registered veterinary nurse, so am well versed with all kinds of animals, and their care and it goes without saying that i'm not afraid to get stuck in and dirty! I have worked in referral veterinary hospitals to small country practices. I worked at the veterinary referral hospital that appears on TV which was owned by Noel Fitzpatrick (the super vet) . I have also just applied to university to study veterinary medicine next September (2025)!
On our most recent work away in Canada I was able to do home calls to people offering vet nurse services. I really loved the freedom of not being in a building for 9 hrs!
I have always loved gardening but recently I have had some gardening jobs where I have been able to increase my knowledge massively.
I have kept horses and dogs all my life.

As a couple we've worked on four workaways in the past in the UK and four in Canada. We have been so lucky with are hosts, we have been able to get involved in so many varying tasks from tree work, animal care, gardening, fencing and building, wood milling, gate building, RV work and much more!

I'm sure our previous hosts wouldn't hesitate in giving a reference as we've been asked to come back by them all!
Any questions please let me know and we'd be happy to answer them!
Thanks! :) Ellie & Josh
Edad
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As far as hobbies are concerned Ellie is a keen horse rider and has been riding horses for as long as she can remember and is a confident rider. She used to do lots of show jumping but since her university course has enjoyed being a happy hacker/ trail rider. Ellie is also a dinghy sailor and enjoys catching waves on her surfboard.

She would LOVE to learn more on western riding.

We are both very interested in hiking, camping, survival and bush craft!

You would find Josh in his spare time chilling out in a hammock reading a book either about trees or bush craft!

We both love the idea of being as self sufficient as possible, having kept vegetable and fruit gardens as well as chickens and ducks in the past.

We are getting ready to set down some roots next year, but will always keep our eyes on the adventures that await us!
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- Fumador
- Permiso de conducir
- Alergia
  Ellie is allergic to bee and wasp stings ( Has epipen)
- Dieta especial
  No we don't, we are not fussy at all. We love all food!

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27 feb 2025

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer ()

Joshua and Elanor were an incredible help during their short stay! They put in a great effort clearing out buses in my garden and gave a much-needed boost to the path leading up to my bonfire spot. On top of that, they were the kindest, most delightful couple - if I could, I would happily adopt them for a year or two!
I wholeheartedly recommend… read more

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6 feb 2025

Dejado por el workawayer () para el anfitrión (Learn some new skills with me ...)

Vidar! What can I say? Kind, generous, funny, a man of many talents. He is all of the above and more. You won't be disappointed if you choose to stay here, the work was tailored to our skills and he's an excellent host. We would have no hesitation in recommending him to anyone. We only hope we can repay his kindness in the UK one day.

Thankyou… read more

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24 feb 2025

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Joshua and Eleanor are probably some of the last people in the UK who truly know what they’re doing and execute their work to the highest standard. Working with Joshua is an absolute pleasure—he has great experience, manages the team effortlessly, and knows how to motivate others. He doesn’t tolerate mess, dirty dishes, or disorganization, and he… read more

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24 feb 2025

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Had a Fantastic time with Adam in Kielce. He was fun to work with and we got loads done! He was very accommodating and social, conversation was never boring when he cracked out the home made vodka!

Thanks for the nice week in Kielce Adam!

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7 feb 2025

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Thank you so much Olaug and Bjørn for our wonderful first Norwegian workaway!
We had an amazing experience during our time with you both. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed with open arms and made to feel like part of the family. Olaug and Bjørn were incredibly kind, generous, and accommodating, always ensuring we were comfortable and… read more

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23 ene 2025

Dejado por el anfitrión (Join us for an idyllic stay ...) para el workawayer ()

Josh and Ellie staied with us for two weeks. They are very nice and it was a pleasure to get to know them. They are very skillfull and and did a very good job chopping wood and cutting down trees. Their dog is cute and very well behaved. We had a great time together and recomend them to to all other hosts. We wish them all the best and hope to see… read more

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27 feb 2025

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6 feb 2025

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24 feb 2025

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24 feb 2025

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7 feb 2025

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23 ene 2025

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19 nov 2024

Dejado por el workawayer () para el anfitrión (Renovation of an old barn at ...)

Our workaway experience with Frances in the beautiful Triglav National Park was absolutely fantastic. From the moment we arrived, we felt welcomed and appreciated. Frances is an incredible host, always attentive and genuinely invested in ensuring we had a memorable and productive stay, and my word she gave us the best summer ever!

Frances found… read more

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31 jul 2024

Dejado por el anfitrión (Renovation of an old barn at ...) para el workawayer ()

For about an hour I’ve been contemplating what I shall say about Ellie and Josh. But before I tell you, I want to expand on how and where I’m contemplating … I’m in my outside chilling out space that they created at the end of my barn ….. I’m lying on an outdoor sofa made of pallets that Ellie created to her own design. It’s warm, very warm but… read more I’m in the pleasant shade looking up at the two sail shades josh rigged up from the stone barn across to two attractive in keeping wooden columns he created and cemented in the ground . Behind me is a stone wall wot we built with a purpose made wooden shelf on it for mixing cocktails or whatever . To my right is a table they made from some old wood and a metal ring , it look awesome and also doubles as an excellent outdoor evening card table, for games that Ellie introduced to it. If I want a different view I will move to the hammock system that Josh rigged up. Or I’ll move to one of the chairs Ellie put together. When I make my mojito later (in about 10 minutes 😎), I will pick mint from the raised herb bed that Ellie saved from chicken destruction by creating an Andy Goldsworthy esque retaining wall around it . When we weren’t creating this excellent outdoor entertaining chilling space, Ellie and Josh helped me fix, deep clean, and revive aspects of my air bnb appartment which needed a bit of deep tlc. This was invaluable !! Josh embraces fixing anything … plumbing, even, and fixed things I’d thought were unfixable . I had to persuade them into days off and going out and about because they were happy and well into doing their individual projects for the grand plan of this ‘our’ chilling space. We then of course enjoyed many evenings in it, and a super party of my friends with Ellie’s amazing food and Josh’s cocktails , and cocktail experiments like the Pina Conana.
I really enjoyed our time together. We had fun and they are great company and funny and kind. I reckon my dog still misses their dog , Douglas … who was his swim, SUP, chase, peeing buddy .the dogs’ mutual friendship, and Ellie’s and Josh’s dog handling skills really improved my dogs confidence and temperament (a new rescue dog). Oh and I’ve also got a big awesome shade hanging light system in my appartment now thanks to Josh and his climbing roping skills and Ellie’s asthetic design eye. I did suggest that they just stay here forever but apparently they’ve got other adventures planned 😞🙃🤣. If they approach you you’ve hit the jackpot and you won’t want them to leave .
Anyhow, I’d say more but 10 minutes is up and this outside chilling experience needs a quick cool down in the outdoor shower they set up … the Ritz Spritz, mint gathering and a mojito to make. Cheers to you 3. From us 2. Xxx

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26 jul 2024

Dejado por el workawayer () para el anfitrión (Join us and help return an ...)

We spent just over a week with Nina, Lawrence and their lovely dog Neo.
They were very welcoming and their property is a wonderful space. Nina's cooking was amazing, she was always giving us new and exciting local dishes to try which we loved. We also shared our experience with another workawayer which was great for us all. (He had no car and… read more

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9 jul 2024

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Josh & Ellie are lovely people and by the end of their stay it felt more like having friends around! Ellie brought a beautiful energy to the house. She is meticulous with a keen eye for detail, and that showed clearly in the railings she painted on our balcony. She also helped in the garden, cleaning the house and making order in the cellar. Josh… read more

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19 jun 2024

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer ()

Josh is a Yorkshireman to his roots. Check out the Monty Python sketch called 'The Four Yorkshiremen" .
Eleanor is wonderful, giving and lovely to live with. Always on the go, nothing is too much trouble for her, she is a fabulous guest and Workawayer. She is clever and determined and will without a shadow of doubt make a wonderful Vet.
If you can… read more

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6 jun 2024

Dejado por el workawayer () para el anfitrión (Country living, sharing ...)

Barry and Virginia have a wonderful home in the heart of the Pyranees, surrounded by peaceful nature.
They had a wide variety of interesting jobs which we both enjoyed. Virginia's cooking was fantastic and we looked forward to her meals!
This would be an ideal location for a couple, and aslong as you can deal with Barry's old school yorkshire… read more

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15 jun 2024

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Josh and Ellie were incredible! They spent three full days with me, working tirelessly and with great determination to complete a pathway, including installing new edging, laying stones, and pouring a concrete slab. I am extremely grateful for their help. They are thoughtful and interesting people, and their dog, Douglas, is beautiful and a joy to… read more

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9 may 2024

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer ()

Josh and Ellie were fantatstic guests.
They are happy, fun, smart and very talented with any task whether it be construction projects or making meals.
They are good friends and part of our extended family.
We miss them, wish them well and hope to see them again soon.
Wookie misses you guys and wants to meet Douglas.

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31 mar 2024

Dejado por el workawayer () para el anfitrión (Looking for energetic, happy ...)

Both of us had a fantastic time staying with Travis, he was such an awesome host. Very accommodating and went above and beyond to make our stay in Bella Coola one we'll never forget. We were very lucky to share the home with him and Wookie the dog, who we shared plenty of walks and fishing trips with, knowing there was no better guard dog to have… read more

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14 sept 2023

Dejado por el workawayer () para el anfitrión (A home away from home on ...)

A magical Island with a truly magical woman! Thank you Alison for the BEST summer ever!
We feel extremely lucky to have had an extended stay with Alison at her beautiful property with her lovely dog Annie and her two beautiful horses Bydee & Bobby! 😍🐴
Alison is such a wonderful, generous and friendly woman who we got to know very well during our… read more 4 mouth stay!! (the time just flew!) We shared many evenings of laughter, fun and pit fires! Alison is very considerate of your down time, as she too likes hers. Alison was always giving us amazing suggestions to go to and explore and lots of lovely hiking routes!
We both absolutely loved helping Alison, and the jobs were all so suited to what we love to do, our interests and abilities, that we didn't even feel like we were working! Alison is also very considerate in giving jobs you feel comfortable with and want to do.

Josh got very involved with helping Alison complete construction jobs around the property and therefore was able to self improve his carpentry skills. Steps, fences gates, mounting block, style and just general DIY inside & out! Also helped with some car mechanics too!
I was in complete heaven with the two horses and the lovely Annie dog! I got very much involved with horse care and loved every second of it. This ranged from morning & evening feeds, horse care, poo picking, riding/fitness and generally giving Alsion a well deserved break from the general day to day horse jobs, so she able to focus on more pressing projects like getting the round pen completed - which she did woooo!
I have horse knowledge but it's definitely not required here as Alison is a very knowledgeable horse owner and a great teacher. She would happily teach you about horse general care and their routine- so don't worry if this is something your not confident in!
I also helped out in the house organizing and cleaning which again I loved haha! I helped Josh clad the barn and I jumped at the chance to do the Vintage display on the barns and on the house! I also rubberized the RV roof. We also helped with Annie's walkies - she just loves them!

Alison is very relaxed about things and as long as your self motivated, willing and able you'll love it here!
We loved spending time with Alison sharing lots of great stories, games, watching films and generally just having a great time and a good old laugh!
Alison's home is so lovely, modern and comfortable, you feel right at home!!
We're so glad we met you Alison, and will always look back at our time on Gabriola with fond memories and joy! Miss you all so much!

So happy we left as such good friends- we shall stay in touch ❤️
Love Josh & Ellie x

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19 ago 2023

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer ()

If you are lucky enough to host Josh and Ellie, you won’t want them to leave. They are creative, reliable, hard-working, energetic and great fun to be around.

Ellie is like the “Energizer Bunny!” She just doesn’t stop. If she’s not tidying and cleaning, she’s gardening, designing, sorting, reorganizing, shifting furniture around and making… read more

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23 ago 2023

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The BEST pack in the Rockies!! 🐾⛰️💚
It's hard to put into words how great our time with Shelly and Clay was. They are such kind, caring and energetic people who always have time for you dispite their very busy lives.
We absolutely loved getting to know both of you and your beautiful dogs. We are so lucky to have had an extended stay here. Clay is… read more

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20 ago 2023

Dejado por el anfitrión (Enjoy Forest living on the ...) para el workawayer ()

Wonderful and enthusiastic couple that were a pleasure to have.
They take initiative, hard working, and good company to have in your home. We highly recommend both and hope they come back to stay again with us.

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28 feb 2023

Dejado por el workawayer () para el anfitrión (Help with gardening, cooking, ...)

Had a great few weeks with Ben and everyone else! Working on the house, gardens, and surrounding land. Really chilled place to stay and work, we are really looking forward to heading back and seeing everyone again in the spring!

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