Volunteer in an eco-community UK
Are you passionate about sustainable living, community life, and nature? Monkton Wyld Court, located in beautiful Dorset, England, welcomes volunteers who want to contribute to an eco-conscious community while learning new skills.
This opportunity was originally shared through the Voluntouring Facebook group, where the hosts posted it to invite volunteers. 📩
Hya Lovely Community,
We are looking for a couple of passionate adults to join our community in running our beautiful Grade 2 Rectory BnB!
If you love living in community, working with people and having flexibility to enjoy gardening and nature please email us…
volunteer@monktonwyldcourt DOT org
www.monktonwyldcourt.co.uk
Monkton Wyld Court is a Grade II-listed rectory with an organic garden, vegetarian kitchen, and a warm, welcoming community. Volunteers are invited to join short-term (two weeks), longer-term (depending on project needs), or as local volunteers from nearby areas.
Volunteers help with gardening, cooking, cleaning, and maintaining the house and grounds. It’s hands-on, physical work, expect to spend time outdoors in all kinds of weather. In exchange, you’ll receive shared accommodation in one of the Court’s outbuildings, vegetarian meals (often sourced from the garden), and plenty of opportunities for relaxation, including walks, library access, games, and evenings by the fire pit.
- Volunteers work around 35 hours per week with two days off.
Sensible footwear and work gloves are essential. While Monkton Wyld can sometimes host adults with children, this is limited and may require a contribution toward room and board.
Pets cannot be accommodated.
Volunteer in an eco-community UK
Volunteering also offers a pathway to becoming a community member for those interested in long-term involvement.
The project is not open to unaccompanied volunteers under 18.
- Location: Dorset, United Kingdom 📍
- Contact: volunteer@monktonwyldcourt DOT org ✉
- More information: www.monktonwyldcourt.co.uk 🌐
Apply early as places fill up fast, especially in summer.
Send your application by email, including your availability and a brief introduction.
Opportunity summary 🍀
- Location: Dorset, United Kingdom
- Tasks: Gardening, cooking, housekeeping, maintenance
- Volunteer time: Approx. 35 hours/week with 2 days off
- Accommodation & meals: Free vegetarian food and shared accommodation
- Minimum stay: 2 weeks (longer stays possible)
- Contact: volunteer@monktonwyldcourt DOT org
Voluntouring.org promotes opportunities rooted in cultural exchange and mutual learning.
Before applying, ask yourself: Is this a fair exchange, or could it replace paid labour? Choose consciously, ask questions, and make sure the experience is respectful, safe, and aligned with your values. Always check visa requirements—hosts cannot provide legal work permits. ⚠️