Short-term volunteer work/multiple entry for UK Citizen

[travellingmaverick]

Apologies if this is a common question. I have recently been given the green light from work to take a 6 month sabbatical during which time I hope to travel across the country. From what I understand I can be in the country for 6 motnhs, what is the view on leaving and returning during that 6 months?

Also, whilst I have requisite funds to support myself whilst I am there, what is the legal position of someone wanting to volunteer through something like helpx for short term volunteer work. I obviously do not want to be on the wrong side of any laws, but I was wondering how it would be categorized (as it is unpaid, only room/food offered in exchange)

any help or advice anyone has will be much appreciated

 

[scylla]

If you are receiving any remuneration for the volunteer work (even if it's just room and board) then you require a work permit. If you fail to obtain a work permit and volunteer as a visitor you will be working illegally.

 

[travellingmaverick]

Thank you very much for the swift response, I had read conflicting information regarding this. Much appreciated