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We traded our London terraced home for an 80-acre nature reserve in Wales

We traded our London terraced home for an 80-acre nature reserve in Wales

Summary

A couple named Adam and Lou Bourns left their life in a busy area of London to start a new life on an 80-acre nature reserve in Wales. They turned the land into a successful eco-friendly glamping retreat, winning awards for their efforts.

Key Facts

  • Adam and Lou Bourns moved from London to rural Wales in 2012.
  • They bought an 80-acre property in Carmarthenshire.
  • They built a glamping retreat from scratch, focusing on eco-friendly practices.
  • The retreat includes cabins that are off-grid with solar panels and rainwater collection.
  • The land has beehives and serves as habitat for butterflies, including rare species.
  • Their retreat has won awards, including an award for sustainable tourism in 2018.
  • They have four Exmoor ponies that help with land conservation.
  • Family and friends were initially surprised by their decision to move and start the business.

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