Living in Wales

Interesting question Africa. Is it for an article? Welcome to Gransnet if you are new.

Welcome from me too!!

We are a suspicious lot!!

I can't imagine why Lucky

I think they become shepherds or shepheressessesss?

Welcome Africa

I have family in Wales the younger members seem to work in caring for the disabled or one who has a small online business buying and selling car parts I believe. Maybe an online job would be the way to go if you were very rural.

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These people seem pretty successful and nothing to do with sheep!

I saw this company featured on BBC Wales news Merlotgran.
Why don't you google ' local Welsh councils rural start ups'
I did and there are ideas and help on there Africa.
Good luck and welcome.

I just ask mr Google dull questions but it's surprising how much info I get ??

I love rural Wales. Good luck Africa!

Welcome Africa ........I have been born and bred in rural Wales.
Judging by the mass migration of those Londoners (and surrounding areas) to our area this past year ,people are putting peace,tranquillity,low crime rates,and unsurpassed beauty first in order to live a better lifestyle...........that surely speaks for itself.
Do try it for yourself.

Thank you so much.
No not an article and definitely for me and my menagerie of animals.
I hope it’s not a dull question: I was just looking for inspiration and reassurance!

Africa do you want to continue in your present occupation or start a new venture ?

I think it would need to be a new venture. I’ve worked in large international organisations and run small businesses. So I guess a small business to manage and develop or set up one of my own.

What is it that you do, Africa? Are you hoping to be able to continue your current profession after you move or wanting to try something new? Do you have a hobby or leisure pursuit that could be turned into a business that could be run from anywhere? Would a rural location provide you what you want in terms of cultural activities? It can be about more than work.

Farming? I buy Rachel's organic butter, yoghurt & milk - I think they were the first organic farm in Wales.

A friend and her hubby had a chance to take over a small business (he'd worked for them a number of years) roasting coffee and supplying cafe machines. They decided to take the chance and upped sticks, two children included, and have never looked back. They expanded the business and it continues to flourish. She is also a crafter and makes glass items, including her own beads and jewellery. She was selling online and a year ago a small shop became vacant in the nearest town, two friends asked her if she was interested in going in with them selling handmade gifts etc. One left after 6 months and the others have carried on. So far they are doing well, started their own website.
She loves it over there, having moved from their original small house in town to a larger detached house in the countryside. Beaches nearby and the countryside is lovely.

Using your menagerie of animals as a starting point how about farmin g indeed,or caring for animals such as a kennels/cattery or a grooming business?
Whilst as a gfeat holiday destination you could utilise this for part time animal caring?
Perhaps seeking a vetinary position of some kind?
There are so mzny opportunities with helpful initiatives to get you started if you are seriously considering this.