Experience life on a dairy farm in beautiful West Cork, Ireland

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  Description

  We are Jeremy & Maggie Connolly, dairy farmers based in Innishannon, Co. Cork. We have a spring calving dairy herd and operate a grass based grazing system. We have 2 children, one dog and a few cats. We are milking cows on 2 different farms, based 30 drive apart so a full clean driving licence is essential for anyone coming to stay with us.
  
  We are situated 17km from Kinsale, 29km from Cork City and 15km from the Old Head of Kinsale which is the beginning of the Wild Atlantic Way; a stunning trail along the coast. We are 5km from Innishannon village which is well serviced by bus to all areas mentioned above.
  
  This is a paid position so candidates with previous farming experience are preferred (but not essential).
  
  We are always open to having people from all backgrounds with a good positive attitude, a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn. There is an opportunity for the right person to stay on for several months as a full time employee.
  
  We are currently seeking:
  1. Help for calving season Jan - April 2027 ( longer stay available for right candidate)
  2. Farm Manager / Assistant Manager - previous experience essential.
  
  Please note we will be providing free accommodation and pay at least the minimum wage for all hours worked and for all Workawayers who come to stay.

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  Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre

  Projets DIY créatifs

  S’occuper des animaux

  Aide dans une ferme
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  Centres d’intérêt

  

  Animaux de compagnie

  

  Films et télé

  

  Ferme

  

  Jardinage

  

  Animaux

  

  Nature

  

  Plage
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  Objectifs de développement durable de l’ONU que cet hôte essaie d'atteindre

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  Qu'est-ce que c'est ?
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  Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre

  In terms of sharing our culture, the workawayer will have the chance to go to the local pub, to see live music and table quizzes and other events. There are also 3 GAA pitches within a 10 min drive.
  There are weekly yoga classes and gym classes within a 10min drive that Maggie attends and would be happy to take you to.
  
  We will provide learning opportunities on the farm in terms of animal care and animal husbandry. Jeremy has a lifetime of experience with dairy cows and is happy to train up and share his knowledge with a willing and enthusiastic worker who is keen to learn

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  L’hôte offre un salaire correspondant au salaire minimum

  Cet hôte offre l'hébergement et une rémunération.

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  Aide

  We are looking for help with feeding calves, milking cows and general farm duties. The busiest season is calving season which is Feb - April so most help is needed then. Usually the day is split into two shifts, 6am- 10am and 3pm -6pm. We are flexible in terms of rota and are happy to accommodate your travel plans or if you want to take time off to explore Ireland, just let us know and we will accommodate:).
  
  A driving licence is essential as we have animals on outblocks that need daily checks. We provide accomodation in the form of a mobile home in the yard.

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  Langues parlées

  Anglais: Courant

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  Hébergement

  Accommodation is in the form of a mobile home. You may have one to yourself or be sharing with others. Heating, hot water, shower WC and cooking facilities all provided. There is also a washing machine and dryer for your use. Some meals are provided by us but workawayers will be expected to buy and prepare their own meals aswell.

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  Autres infos...

  We live 5 min drive from Innishannon which is well serviced with buses to Cork City, Kinsale, Bandon, Clonakilty and west cork. We live 20min drive from Cork Airport.
  
  We will warmly welcome Workawayers into our family and team, we have been hosting agricultural students with 4 years so are used to hosting people from different backgrounds and cultures. We will involve them in daily farm tasks like milking and animal care while sharing meals and stories to foster a sense of belonging.

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  Informations complémentaires

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    Accès Internet

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    Accès Internet limité

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    Nous avons des animaux

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    Nous sommes fumeurs

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    Familles bienvenues

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  Espace pour garer des vans

  Cet hôte a de la place pour les vans.

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  Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?

  Deux

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  Mes animaux

  Molly

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