National Trust

Volunteers needed

The National Trust is looking for volunteers to give their time to support Stourhead this Saturday in Wiltshire.

The open day at Stourhead’s house and gardens is in need of some volunteers to help with vital work to keep the estate running smoothly and to help provide a great experience to all the visitors. The volunteers and staff will be around to discuss or answer any questions from 11am to 2pm at Stourton Memorial Hall.

Visitor services manager Leanne Clements from the Stourhead estate says I would love people to come along, even if they just want to find out more. Further to this she says ‘You can sign up on the day for any of the roles or just to see what’s on offer’

Some of the jobs on offer for volunteers include driving the shuttle bus, guiding people through the gardens and wider estate; fundraising and catering. So whatever your ability there will be something that is well suited to everyone.

One volunteer state’s ‘I love volunteering just to get my ‘fix’ of the lake: the colours and calmness; the beautiful gardens, and the lovely house all year round. Volunteering manager Richard Watson adds ‘ Stourhead needs you! Whatever your interests, there really is something for everyone. Volunteering is a great way to enhance your CV, keep your skills up to date and to develop new ones’.

This event is perfect if you a spare few hours a week to give to help National Trust preserve Stourhead in all its glory. Drop in anytime between 11am to 2pm at Stourton Memorial Hall, Stourhead BA12 6QD. Please park in main Visitor Car Park. If you require any further information feel free to contact the Estate Office on 01747 841152 or Tara Burke at Tara.burke@nationaltrust.org.uk.