Holistic Center Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

5.0
(57 reviews)57

Help our registered charity with retreats and community events

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Help a sustainable project
40 travelers confirmed that this host is actively contributing to a more sustainable future for everyone!
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This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Connect with international travelers
47 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Connect with nature
42 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

25h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Kitchen Hand
Help prepare, finish and serve meals.
Cleaning
Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
Housekeeping
Help with changing the bed linens and general housekeeping.
Reception
Help with check-ins, check-outs and guest assistance.
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What you get

2

Days off per week
Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.
Private Room
You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.
Breakfast
You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
Lunch
You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.
Dinner
You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.
Fast Internet Access
High-speed internet for you to work remotely
Free Laundry
You can use our laundry room freely.
Bikes at your disposal
You can use our bikes any time you want.
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Availability

Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
Stay at least
30 days

The Experience

We are a registered charity, housed in a beautiful English medieval manor with an ancient courtyard and a magnificent timbered Great Hall, dating from the 13th century. It is situated in extensive grounds where deer roam freely and where squirrels run up and down trees. Over the past 40 years the charity has run a range of group activities including retreats and other spiritual events, lectures, concerts, yoga classes, creative workshops, etc.

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Requirements

  • Intermediate English
  • Between 22 and 55 years old
  • Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
  • Travel insurance

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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57 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Holistic Center

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 47 Meeting international travelers
  • 42 Get in touch with nature
  • 38 Meeting locals
  • 37 Immersing in the local culture
  • 36 Practicing English
  • 17 Developing social awareness

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 32 15. Life on land
  • 28 3. Good health and well-being
  • 5 4. Quality education
Omar

Egypt

5

The place is amazing and the host is amazing and its definitely an unforgettable experience

18 days ago

Bárbara

Brazil

5

I've learned a lot in the Center! It is a really structured work, with a fix scheduele and tasks to complete. Pascaline and Tayler were both really kind and available to hear the volunteers. And I had the chance to do heatfulness meditation with Rosalind, and it was a perfect experience. The surroundings of the property is beatiful and I loved to walk by the river, visit Abingdon by bike, and go to another cities like Oxford, Bath and Gloscester. I'm really greatful for my time in the Center!

22 days ago

Rama Pradyumna

India

5

Had a really great time at the retreat and team are really kind, helpful. They make you feel at home. I have a nice time cooking for people and helping in the running the cafe. The manager Pascaline is very helpful and would make you feel comfortable how it's at home.

22 days ago

Nouran

Egypt

5

I fell in love with the Center moment I arrived, and even more so after knowing its story. Everything is perfectly organized, and we were given a lovely tour on arrival. Pascaline does an amazing job keeping this place alive and fostering a warm, positive vibe among the volunteers. She is welcoming, caring, and dedicated, and her passion for the Center is felt in everything. Tasks were always clear, and our days off were respected. The area is quiet but not remote, with a lovely nature walking trail leading to the nearest town. The café days were incredibly enjoyable. Truly recommended!

24 days ago

Pablo

Mexico

5

I really enjoyed my experience here, from the beginning, I felt very comfortable and peaceful. The house is beautiful, full of history, and located in a lovely village. I really like helping in the kitchen because the work was very manageable. I mainly prepared lunch and dinner for the team, and I actually enjoyed doing it. It was also great to have my own private room, which made the stay even more comfortable. The location is great too. You can walk or cycle to Abingdon, and Oxford is also very close by bus, so it's easy to explore the area during your day off.

about 2 months ago

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