The Nene Park volunteers make a huge difference both out and about in the Park and also behind the scenes. If you would like to join them in making the Park an even better place to visit we would love to hear from you! We offer a wide range of volunteering opportunities, which are outlined below. We can also tailor roles to you if you have a special skill or talent that you think could benefit the Park. We look forward to hearing from you!
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Alternatively you can email [email protected] or call us on 01733 234193.
Please note that we are still taking on new volunteers, however, not all of our volunteer roles have returned due to Covid-19 restrictions and some roles are at capacity. Don't let this put you off enquiring; we can still arrange a meeting to discuss options at this time and add you to any waiting lists. Equally, if you feel you have a skill you would like to share and support the Trust with do get in touch – our programme is developing all the time.
In spring 2021, Longthorpe Tower (1290-1300) came under local management of Nene Park Trust, with support from English Heritage. Through this role, volunteers will learn more about the fascinating medieval history of the tower and bring it to life for visitors. Please note: We are currently recruiting for this role Read more
In spring 2021, Longthorpe Tower (1290-1300) came under local management of Nene Park Trust, with support from English Heritage. This role involves helping to protect and clean the heritage site, preserving the building and paintings for visitors. Please note: We are currently recruiting for this role. Read more
Engage with Park visitors and help out in the Visitor Centre, Gift and Farm Shop. Please note: We are currently recruiting for this role for Tuesday and Saturday afternoons. Read more
Conservation volunteers help to improve the Park for both people and nature, undertaking practical conservation and maintenance tasks as part of a group. Please note: We are currently recruiting for this role and have very limited space on a Monday and Wednesday afternoons. Read more
Conservation Group Lead Volunteers lead groups of volunteers to work as a team to undertake conservation and maintenance tasks in the Park. Please note: we are currently recruiting for this role. Read more
Liaising with the Visitor Ranger, you will provide information and assistance to Park visitors. Please note: We are currently recruiting for this role. We have some weekend sessions available at Ferry Meadows plus some weekday or weekend sessions available at other Nene Park locations. Read more
A group of volunteers who chop, prepare and store wood from Nene Park wood stocks in order to sell it later as firewood. Please note: We are not currently recruiting for this role. Read more
A smaller, dedicated team of conservation volunteers, who have access to Trust vehicles to carry out specialised maintenance tasks. Please note: We are not currently recruiting for this role. Read more
Help maintain the Woodlands site in Castor, including the sports pitches and facilities. Please note: We are not currently recruiting for this role. Read more
To undertake scientific surveys of various mammals, insects and birds. This is a skilled role undertaking scientific surveys of various mammals, insects and birds. We are currently recruiting volunteers who have experience of animal identification or scientific surveying. Read more
For volunteers with an interest in watersports, you can help the Nene Outdoors team in ensuring that all visitors enjoy a great visit to the Park. Please note: We are not currently recruiting for this role. Read more
To assist the Nene Park Trust team in delivering educational activities in Nene Park. Please note: We are currently recruiting for this role Read more
To assist Nene Park Trust in delivering public events in Nene Park. Please note: we are currently recruiting for this role, particularly for school holidays and weekends. Read more
Nene Park Trust’s busy Admin Team helps keep visitors, volunteers and staff fully informed and operational and the team always appreciates some extra help. Please note: We are not currently recruiting for this role. Read more
Take photographs to be used online and in internal and external publications. Please note: we are not currently recruiting for this role. Read more
Helping record news articles from Parklife magazine to put on our website. Please note: we are not currently recruiting for this role. Read more
Our corporate volunteering programme gives organisations the chance to give something back to the community by helping rangers carry out practical conservation tasks. Read more