Small veganic, off-grid, forest farm in East Kent, UK
Kent
1. Describe your project, your place, and its inhabitants (including animals):
We are a small (7.5ha) veganic (vegan organic), forest farm. We are off-grid (rainwater, solar, woodfuel) and use no single use plastic or concrete. We do not plough or till. Veganic farming does not use any farmed animals or farmed animal products, no synthetic chemicals and no GMOs. We build soil through green manure, woodchip mulches and no dig. We only grow perennial crops, primarily fruit and nut trees. We have a short supply chain (c. 5 mile radius) and all deliveries are by electric vehicle.
2. List the activities that WWOOFers will participate in and what you want to teach them:
Planting (trees and other perennial crops), harvesting, weeding/mowing/scything, maintenance and care of plants, simple repairs (e.g. to fencing, gates etc.)
Possibly opportunities for helping to build our barn and other agricultural buildings (greenhouse, pole barn).
Experience of eco building, mechanics, engineering very welcome but compassionate and open attitude and calm, open personality are the main attributes needed.
Learning opportunities - growing/farming veganically, forest farming/agroforestry, food forests, alley cropping, permaculture approaches, natural/low impact/no dig farming, off-grid working and living, eco building, funding and set up for small-scale agroecological farming, education approaches and outreach.
3. How will you feed and house WWOOFers? Please describe your accommodations and plan for meals:
We have one showperson's (like a Gypsy) wagon - sleeping up to 5 if family. 4 if individuals but all in one bedroom.
It has its own shower and loo block - compost toilet.
Meals will not be cooked but all ingredients provided. Vegan only on site, including companion animals.
4. What could a WWOOFer's day look like at your site (time slot for participation in activities, expectations...)?
24 hours/week - flexible according to time of year and needs of farm. Can be worked out with each WWOOFer. People need to be at least vegan on site.
We are a no alcohol, no smoking site as we respect all life and want to live as compassionately and mindfully as possible.
5. Play the guide! Talk about your own hobbies (music, cooking, etc.) and those possible around (hiking, swimming, etc.):
We are Mum and daughter, Jo and Rosa. We like walking, yoga, skating, languages, skiing, travelling, art, music, drama, spiritual practices, meeting new people, connecting with the rest of our more than human kin.
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Learning opportunities
Vegetable farming
Fruit or nut farming
Forestry
Wild foraging
Aromatic or medicinal plants, teas
Seed saving or production
Vegetable or fruit preservation
Traditional crafts
Renewable energy production
Food justice / sovereignty
Methods or systems
Biological pest control
Holistic management
No-till farming
Permaculture
Regenerative agriculture
Host type
Production farm
Certified organic
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Hectares
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19
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Jo
Member since 2023
Languages spoken:
English, French, Sign language, Turkish
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Response rate: 88%
Response time: typically within 7 days
Kent
Selling train station (between Faversham and Canterbury East on the Victoria line from London. Closest bus stop is about half an hour's walk away. Electric car share might be possible for local trips.
Reviews
Sinah
Germany
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December 2025
My time with Jo and Rosa was my first WWOOFing experience and it couldn’t have been better.
Me and my cat stayed for more than two months and time flew by. There were so many things to learn, and so many new tasks every week that it never got boring.
Jo and Rosa also included me in many non-farming activities which I also loved - it was a wonderful cultural experience!
My cat was also very warmly welcomed, she enjoyed walking around the farm, watching the birds.
Overall, we loved our time at the farm and will definitely come back! 💚
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Reply from Jo
We really look forward to seeing you again Sinah and Matjes :)
Lots of love from Rosa and Jo X
Céleste
France
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May 2025
I spent two wonderful weeks with Jo.
I loved learning about vegan farming and arboriculture in this beautiful part of the Kent countryside.
I'm very happy to have met Jo who made it possible to do lots of different activities, to immerse myself in life around Faversham and with whom I loved discussing a variety of subjects.
I'd love to go woofering with her again!
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Reply from Jo
Thank you Celeste.
It was a real pleasure to have you involved - your interest and insights were wonderful.
Would be very pleased to welcome you here again :)
Ruth
United Kingdom
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December 2024
I had an awesome week staying with Jo and Rosa! This was my first wwoofing experience, I learned lots and feel really inspired by your care for all the wonderful beings we share this earth with. Thank you for the important work you are doing, I hope to visit again sometime!
Reply from Jo
Thank you Ruth, it was lovely to meet you. All the best with your plans and we hope to see you again. Love Jo and Rosa X
Kaori
United Kingdom
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April 2024
It was an absolutely mind-blowing experience, for a person living in a town. My kids and I all got amazed by Jo's and her team's genuine love for the nature, animals and community. I truly believe that these are the people who should be rewarded most for their contribution to change the way how the current society works.
Their practical knowledge and skills for veganics are really worth learning.
I really loved the people, work and future that Jo and the team are trying to implement and wish you all the best for their project. I really hope to come back and spend time with these amazing people again.
Thank you all so much for hosting us!
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Reply from Jo
A belated reply - sorry!
We loved meeting Kaori and her children. It was great to see what we do, and why we do it, through Kaori's eyes.
They were all so willing to get stuck in and really respectful of our principles and values.
I would like to wish you lots of love for your future plans Kaori - I am sure you will do amazing things!
We would love to welcome you back again - please do keep in touch :)
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Sihame
France
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March 2024
The best wwoofing experience ever ! Jo and Rosa were so welcoming and patient. This was my first wwoofing experience. I came for two weeks in January and it was so lovely and amazing that I came back in February for 20 days.
At Tree of Life, I’ve planted lots of trees and fruit trees, helped Jo as much as she needed me.
I really enjoyed my stay in wilma. Everything was so nice, I met lovely people who share the same values as me.
I highly recommend this place, Jo and Rosa are just amazing.
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Reply from Jo
A belated reply - sorry!
We loved having Sihame here and are very excited that she is coming back in August.
She is willing, conscientious, caring, mindful, compassionate and has a great work ethic. She picks things up immediately.
She is truly part of our dream team and has become a very good friend :)
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Elodie
United Kingdom
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January 2024
We spent 3 days in Jo's wagon between Christmas and New Year, planting trees, mulching and digging hole. Jo and her daughter are very welcoming and it was interesting to share views about education and different ways of living. Wagon was warm even during winter and nice place to stay, We were 4, 2 adults and 2 teeangers. It has been a great experience.
Reply from Jo
It was fab to meet you all - thanks for your contributions :)
