1. 1 Securing the land
  2. 2 Licensing
  3. 3 21-day build
  4. 4 Open retreat

Acquisition stage: actively reviewing land and rural property opportunities near Porto, Braga, and the wider North Portugal corridor.

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First-Flush Diverter for Guttering

  • Easy
  • €20–50
  • ⏱ 0.5 day (1 worker)
  • Volunteer-friendly
First-Flush Diverter for Guttering — step-by-step guide

The principle

Multi-barrier, not single-point. Sediment, then biology, then storage on a level plinth so water always flows where you want it. Food-grade containers only — never a tank that once held chemicals.

Materials

  • Clear PVC pipe (50-75mm)
  • connectors/valves
  • float valve
  • PVC glue
  • stainless bands

Tools

  • Utility knife
  • spanner
  • level
  • clamp tool

Reclaimed from

Leroy Merlin + local ferrages + plumbing salvage

More in this zone

💧 IBC Food-Grade Rainwater Cascade 💧 Greywater Reed-Bed Filter 💧 Barrel First-Flush Diverter 💧 Header Tank on Stone Plinth

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Build it with us

These modules are raised by hand during our 21-day September build sprint. Come and learn them on the land.

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