House and productive vegetable gardens, rare breed ducks. Pollinator and heritage orchard trees.
Neath Port Talbot
Wwoofers are made very welcome to our small friendly organic hillside garden set in a Welsh village upon the tranquil countryside fringes of the Brecon Beacons National Park UK.
Wwoof volunteers have contributed greatly to what we do through giving their enthusiastic help with crop growing, garden restoration and creating features. Activities are seasonal involving helping out around the garden, which provides good opportunities to learn about organic cultivation methods and wildlife friendly practices.
We are not a farm, originally starting out as part of a community learning project demonstrating small scale organic growing. We still grow vegetables in a wildlife friendly way with spaces for biodiversity upon our hillside garden plots and try to give away as much produce as possible to community projects helping people on low incomes.
It’s a fairly easy going approach with us, where expected activities are varied and for no more than a few hours each day. Although this may nevertheless require a certain level of physical fitness and aptitude in aiming to provide a rewarding Wwoofer experience.
We keep a small flock of friendly ducks, where Wwoofers sharing in looking after them is always appreciated.
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On days off, there are many nearby places of interest for Wwoofers to explore during their stay, with our being upon the south western edge of the National Park and close to scenic coastlines. Also with access to cultural highlights, including those in not too far away Swansea and Cardiff.
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We have a well equipped kitchen providing good home cooked meals featuring plenty of mainly vegetarian wholefoods, with regular fresh bread baking as well. All food is provided, where Wwoofers are actively encouraged to share any favourite foods or meals they like to cook. All Wwoofer dietary preferences are fully met.
We provide excellent quality private room accommodation for all our Wwoofer stays as single or couples. This includes good wifi / internet access, showers and laundry. The accommodation has central heating and a large wood burning stove, so is always nice and warm.
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In travelling to us, arrangements can be made for Wwoofers to be picked up from our nearest Mainline Railway Station, which is Neath. We can also pick up at the regional bus stations in Brecon or Swansea, as well as places serviced by local buses near to us. If Wwoofers are arriving by air, we can do pick-ups at either Cardiff or Bristol Airports.
There is limited off-road parking for any Wwoofers who arrive by car, which could also accommodate a small camper van.
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Floss is our resident sheepdog. She loves to be around people, likes to play and go for walks. Wwoofers will be expected to let Floss out in the garden and watch over her from time to time.
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Learning opportunities
Vegetable farming
Poultry farming
Wild foraging
Seed saving or production
Beer, cider, wine, or juice making
Bakery
Traditional crafts
Food justice / sovereignty
Methods or systems
Holistic management
Permaculture
Host type
Self-sufficiency property
Chris
Member since 2022
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Response rate: 100%
Response time: typically within 1 day
Neath Port Talbot
Neath Railway Station / Local Bus Services / Cardiff or Bristol Airport
Reviews
Kerry
United Kingdom
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January 2026
This was my first wwoofing experience and what a fantastic all round one it was!
Chris is a brilliant experenced host and I had the best time. He is a genuinely
.kind and friendly person who demonstrated he cares about offering an all round excellent experience.
His communication in advance of the stay was timely, thorough, reliable and welcoming and this put me at ease.
He collected me from the station and his cottage is cosy, clean and homely with the added bonus of mountain views.
My feedback mirrors that of the many others who have already left glowing reviews before me.
It has been wonderful learning new skills from Chris who is knowledgeable and enthusiastic. He was equally
patient answering my questions.
I enjoyed helping out in his amazing evolving and developing garden where he demonstrates how to maximise space and to achieve variety whilst respectng the environment.
He is a fantastic storyteller, cook and so knowledgeable about his local neighbourhood and the many riches within the countryside. It was wonderful to get to see and explore it too.
Floss his dog is gorgeous and also immediately welcoming and friendly and a joy to be around.
There are too many positives to include here, suffice to say I highly recommend this wwoofing experience and I certainly hope to return.
I've made lovely joyous memories and come away wiser.
Thank you so very much Chris and Floss.
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Beck
United Kingdom
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November 2025
Chris is an extremely generous host who loves having people to stay and is inclusive and understanding. He was very kind to host me so I could attend the wales food and farming conference, and then I spent the rest of the week trimming back laurel and ivy for the winter, playing with floss, cooking occasionally but mostly enjoying his lovely home cooked food. Chris is a great cook! He’s very knowledgeable about the area and keen that you get the most out of your stay. Thank you very much for having me :)
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Loren
France
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November 2025
I had a wonderful three-week stay with Chris in Wales!
Chris is a great host and good company, he made me feel comfortable. I helped him with various outdoor tasks: cleaning the greenhouses before winter, harvesting artichokes, sowing beans, and much more.
Beyond the work, Chris also took the time to show me around the beautiful surrounding area, the landscapes are truly stunning. His lovely dog Floss is adorable, and I really enjoyed our walks around the house.
It was a very positive and rewarding experience for me; and I have to say, Chris is also an excellent cook!
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Dongyeon
South Korea
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October 2025
I spent almost three weeks with Chris and Floss, and I enjoyed every moment.
Since it was the end of the season, there wasn’t much gardening to do, but Chris always made sure I had enjoyable tasks. On rainy days, I painted the ceiling, which I truly enjoyed from start to finish. I also did some outdoor work, like mixing concrete, moving soil, and laying the turf. Cleaning the duck house every morning was such a pleasant way to start the day.
Chris also took me to some wonderful places to walk, explore, and eat! I had the chance to try some amazing British food :) We also prepared meals together, and I learned many new recipes to try at home.
And Floss, Floss, Floss — maybe one of my favorite puppies in the world! I had such a wonderful time looking after her. I will never forget our playtimes throughout the day and her sleeping on my bed every night.
Staying with Chris and Floss was truly a wonderful experience. I sincerely hope to come back again.
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Haruka
Japan
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September 2025
Thanks to Chris and Floss, my first WWOOF experience was truly wonderful.
The ten days I spent there were very special and unforgettable.
Since it was the end of the season, there wasn’t too much work, but Chris always explained the tasks clearly and kindly. This made me feel comfortable, even though my English is not perfect. I really enjoyed taking care of the ducks, the garden and Floss.
He also took me to visit different places in Wales during the free time. As I run a café in Japan, visiting a coffee roaster was a highlight for me.
The meals were excellent, and I enjoyed learning about local dishes such as rabbit pie and lamb recipes.
We also had many good conversations while driving and eating together, and I learned a lot from him.
This stay gave me even more motivation to continue learning about organic farming.
I am very grateful for all the hospitality.
Thank you so much, Chris — and thank you Floss, for always being there.
I really hope to come back again one day.
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Reply from Chris
Thanks Haruka
It was delightful having you Wwoof stay with us, where your efforts and work in our garden are really appreciated.
So pleased too you enjoyed exploring a few parts of Wales and learning a little about our culture.
Floss loved being with you too, always good company.
Hope you had a great concert event in Nederland and journey back home to Japan.
You'll always be welcome again.
With all good wishes
Chris and Flossie
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Janik
Austria
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August 2025
I spent a week with Chris and had a wonderful time. He was a great host—kind, thoughtful, and always making sure the tasks suited me. Together we worked on digging out bamboo and building a new stone wall in his garden.
Chris also took the time to show me some beautiful spots around Wales. He’s good company, very knowledgeable, and ypu can learn a lot from him. The food was delicious, and I was glad to be able to share one of my own recipes with him as well.
Floss is absolutely lovely—always ready for a cuddle or a bit of play.
Thank you, Chris, for the great stay and all the best!
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