Clive

Clive first came to the farm about 5 years ago for a Woodland Wellbeing course. He had been stuck in his flat for 4 years due to ill health, and was feeling pretty despairing. The doctor’s surgery recommended the farm to him, so he came along to Woodland Wellbeing. He absolutely loved it! Clive was very happy to be social with other people again, and he loved being outdoors and enjoyed learning new things.

When Talking Tables began, Clive signed up for the first one.  He loved every aspect of Talking Tables – the social side, the cooking, trying out new foods and experimenting.  It was a lot of fun. Clive became a lead volunteer for this project and assisted Kerry in the kitchen, helping to serve up some delicious creations.

When the Walking Group started up, Clive also joined this.  Again, he loved being outdoors and socialising with a great group of people. He also takes part in Herbs for Health as he loves growing plants.  He really believes in using fresh produce and how beneficial it is to grow food yourself if possible. 

Coming to the farm has massively improved Clive’s life. He says he doesn’t feel shut off anymore.  It has also given him the confidence to try other things, for example he has been studying with an on line herbal course. Clive has an allotment, where he grows lots of vegetables. He says that coming to the farm led to a huge improvement in his self esteem and self confidence which helped him take on the role of Site Rep for his allotment site.  

The only bit that Clive is not too keen on is when it rains on the walking group – but even then he doesn’t mind too much.

Clive says that the farm is a great place to escape your woes – come down and have a walk around, it can really help you feel better.