2010 post now filled. Keep an eye on the volunteer page and follow Sarah, the 2010 volunteer, on her blog: http://sarah-facey.blogspot.com.
Smallholding Opportunity
Due to a lack of time, an opportunity has arisen to live and work on a rapidly developing smallholding. It would probably suit someone thinking of taking the plunge into smallholding, but wants to try it out before making the massive commitment needed.
We carry out all aspects of farming/smallholding throughout the year and it could be used as a training experience for anyone wishing to enter the rural sector.
The polytunnel, garden and orchard have all started to take second place.
The deal is this:
You get;
Free accommodation in a high quality caravan, with full bathroom facilities in outbuilding adjacent. Inclusive of all utilities.(March 1st to Nov 1st)
All food provided.
All seed and materials.
All proceeds from surplus produce sold. Some existing markets established.
Use of 66’x22’ polytunnel, established raised beds, orchard, poultry pen/houses and other plots.
All organic dung (unlimited)
All tools and machinery required.
Assistance for heavy work.
Guidance if not experienced.
The opportunity to learn every aspect of rural living apart from horses.
We get:
1/3 of all produce.
10 hours/week from you to help with the conservation grazing.
You will need:
To be able to spend the vast majority of your time here.
Enthusiasm and lots of it.
Energy.
The ability to cope with rural living.
A clean driving license would be a real advantage.
Please contact Robin by email only woodcut.robin@tesco.net. Please include a brief summary of your interest and background. I will endeavour to answer all enquiries. gravellygrazing.co.uk.
Non-Residential 2010:
Management planning
Stockwatcher
Become a grower We always need stubble turnips, mangel wurzels, apples and potatoes for animal feed. If you want to supply us with organically produced (no cert needed) fodder please get in touch.
