Singer and wellness advocate Charlotte Church has put out a unique call for volunteer gardeners to join her at her Welsh retreat, offering a non-monetary exchange that has ignited conversation online.
The renowned vocalist is seeking green-fingered individuals to come and work on the land surrounding her sprawling property in Rhydyfelin, South Wales, which she is developing into a holistic wellness sanctuary.
In a detailed post on her Instagram story, Church outlined her proposal: dedicated gardeners would receive full food and board in return for their horticultural expertise. She described the desired arrangement as a 'close and symbiotic connection with nature', framing it as a mutually beneficial partnership rather than a traditional job.
The retreat itself is a central part of Church's current life focus, which she has dubbed her 'year of self-enquiry and healing'. The property is intended to be a space for wellness workshops, community gatherings, and spiritual exploration.
Her appeal, however, has received a mixed response. While some followers praised the initiative as a wonderful opportunity for the right person, others questioned the ethics of the exchange, with one commenter directly asking, 'Why not pay them?!'
This move aligns with Church's recent public shift away from her classical music roots towards a strong focus on wellness, activism, and alternative living, often sharing her journey with her substantial online following.
