Clive

Information de voyage

Actuellement, je suis

Description

Hello, I’m an Englishman who now lives in France, having escaped the pressures of modern city life, and I now enjoy a tranquil and less pressurised lifestyle. In 2000 I bought an old farmhouse which had been empty for over 30 years and was partly in ruin. I've rennovated it using traditional methods whenever possible and there’s always more to do. I love where I live and am very integrated into the local community.

In England I was a social worker for 12 years working with troubled young people and families. I then decided to become self employed as a handyman. I enjoy all sorts of skilled work. I am managing the garden using permaculture methods, and grow a lot of my own fruit and vegetables. I like being outdoors gardening or hiiking. I am interested in traditional values and styles so I love hunting down old handmade treasures for my house.

I have always enjoyed independent travelling in order to experience different cultures and food. I have visited about 70 countries all around the world, and spent several years (in total) of my life backpacking, but now I have settled down a bit and voyage in my 4x4 campervan. During the winter I like to travel south to find some sunshine and meet new people and try new foods.

I have had some long term relationships, but now I am on my own and am happy in my own company. I don’t have any children. I enjoy socialising and have a jolly time, but I am also very independent and need to spend time quietly to recharge my batteries.

Centres d’intérêt

Activités en plein air

Vie en van

Dev. personnel

Dev. durable

Musique

Montagne

Histoire

Nature

Langues

Jardinage

Randonnée

Bricolage / artisanat

Culture

Camping

Menuiserie

Bénévolat

Cuisine et alimentation

Architecture

Langues

Langues parlées
Anglais: Courant
Français: Courant
Espagnol: Débutant

Plus de détails sur les langues qui m'intéressent
I am happy to help somebody to learn English during my stay. I speak French well, but I am still improving.

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Compétences et connaissances que j'aimerais partager ou apprendre

Ça m'intéresse :  

Travail associatif

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J'ai des connaissances :  

Jardinage

Éco-projets

Aider dans une ferme

Aide informatique / Internet

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Je peux apprendre aux autres :  

Langues

Bricolage et projets de construction

Entretien général

Quelles sont vos compétences ?

I used to be a self-employed handyman in England, and I am very practical and can fix things. I am very experienced in all building trades and car mechanics. I am restoring my own house and I do all the carpentry, electrics, stonework, plumbing and decorating. I also created my own campervan from an old military ambulance. I like to plan things well and then complete the work to a high standard. When I travel in my van I usually carry some of my tools.

Âge

64

Autres infos...

I have also been a host on Workaway.

Informations complémentaires

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  Fumeur

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  Permis de conduire

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  Allergies
  All types of nuts, e.g. hazels, almonds, walnuts, peanuts, pecans

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  Régime alimentaire spécial
  No, but dont eat nuts