Set Aside at Greenlawdean Farm – Terms and Conditions
Membership Terms and Conditions
Thank you for your interest in becoming a member of Set Aside at Greenlawdean Farm. Please read these terms and conditions carefully before purchasing a membership.
- Membership Types and Benefits
Set Aside offers three membership types, each with specific benefits:
Skills-sharing Membership (£20/month)
– Access to Set Aside facilities for teaching classes and workshops
– Public liability insurance included while on the premises
– Priority booking for accommodation
– Access to dedicated teaching spaces
– This membership also allows you the same access as Community Membership
Community Membership (£7/month)
– Discounted access to events and workshops
– Access to rest areas and refreshment facilities for yourself and small groups
– Regular newsletter and event updates
Healing Membership (Free)
– Available to selected charities and individuals in need
– The Benefits of Community Membership are included
– Priority booking for healing retreats
– Offered at management’s discretion
- Membership Duration and Payment
– Memberships are renewed on a monthly basis
– Payment is collected via direct debit on the same date each month
– We require 14 days’ notice to cancel your membership
– No refunds are provided for partial months
– Membership fees may be reviewed annually with 30 days’ notice of any changes
- Member Conduct
All members agree to:
– Respect the natural environment and wildlife at all times
– Follow the Countryside Code while on the farm
– Keep dogs on leads unless in a designated ‘livestock-free’ field
– Respect the privacy and experience of other visitors
– Leave no trace and take litter home
– Follow all safety guidelines provided by staff
– Maintain appropriate behaviour that aligns with our values
– Members may use Set Aside with small groups of non-members. (But we would encourage them to become members too!)
- Access to Land and Facilities
– Membership provides access to designated areas of the farm only
– Some areas may be restricted due to farming operations or conservation work
– Access times are from 8am to 8pm daily unless otherwise arranged
– Management reserves the right to close facilities for maintenance with notice
– Teaching spaces must be booked in advance
– All children under the age of 16 must be accompanied
- Changes to Membership
– We reserve the right to modify, suspend or terminate membership benefits with 30 days’ notice
– Membership is non-transferable and cannot be shared
– We may introduce additional benefits or change existing ones as the project develops
- Cancellation and Termination
– Members may cancel at any time with 14 days’ written notice (by email) or can this just be done on the website?
– Set Aside reserves the right to terminate membership without refund if terms are breached
– Inappropriate behaviour may result in immediate termination of membership
- Liability
– Set Aside cannot accept liability for loss or damage to personal property
– Members use the facilities at their own risk
– Members are responsible for their own safety and that of any guests they bring
– We recommend having appropriate personal insurance
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Accommodation Booking Terms and Conditions
Thank you for booking accommodation at Set Aside. Please read these terms carefully before confirming your booking.
- Our Huts
– We offer three traditional huts
– All huts are off-grid with solar power, wood-burning stoves and eco-friendly toilets
– Basic kitchen facilities and essential supplies are provided
– Mobile reception may be limited or unavailable
– Each hut accommodates a maximum of two adults
- Booking and Payment
– Full payment is required at the time of booking
– Members receive priority booking periods before general release
– Minimum stay is two nights
– Changes to bookings can be made up to 14 days before arrival, subject to availability
– A security deposit of 20% of the fully amount is required on booking
- Cancellation Policy
– Cancellations made more than 14 days before arrival receive a full refund
– Cancellations 7-14 days before arrival receive a 50% refund
– Cancellations less than 7 days before arrival do not receive a refund
– We recommend travel insurance to cover unexpected cancellations
– If we need to cancel your booking due to circumstances beyond our control, we will offer an alternative date or a full refund
- During Your Stay
– Check-in time is from 3pm to 7pm
– Check-out time is by 11am
– Late check-ins must be arranged in advance
– Instructions for using facilities will be provided on arrival
– A farm map showing safe walking routes will be provided
– Please report any issues promptly so we can address them
– Quiet hours are between 10pm and 7am
- House Rules
– No smoking inside the huts
– Campfires only in designated fire pits
– Dogs must be kept on leads near livestock
– Take all litter home or use provided recycling facilities
– Respect wildlife and do not disturb farm animals
– Wood for stoves is provided – please use responsibly
– Leave the hut as you found it
- Health and Safety
– Emergency contact details will be provided on arrival
– First aid kits are available in each hut
– In case of emergency, call 999 and alert farm staff
– Please note the remote location and limited vehicle access
– Guests with mobility issues should contact us before booking
– Huts may not be suitable for those with severe allergies due to the natural surroundings
- Additional Information
– Additional visitors are not permitted without prior arrangement
– We cannot guarantee specific wildlife sightings or weather conditions
– Local activities and practitioners can be booked through Set Aside with notice
By proceeding with a membership purchase or accommodation booking, you confirm that you have read, understood and agree to these terms and conditions.
For questions or concerns, please contact us.
Last updated: March 2025
