can receive instruction and then work independently
want to help a community organisation
are able to work as part of a team
The farm also seeks to actively engage with people who experience racism and/or are from diverse ethnic heritage and underrepresented in mainstream culture, as well as individuals from deprived areas of the city.
Commitment (days and times)
You can volunteer weekly or fortnightly:
Tuesday afternoons 1:30pm – 4:30pm
Saturday Mornings 9.30am – 12.30pm
Main activities and tasks
to develop and maintain ornamental areas of the garden to be used by our groups and for the enjoyment of visitors – the children’s garden and wildlife area for example
to maintain the growing areas of the site, hedge cutting and pruning etc
Skills, experience and qualities you need
ability to work independently to complete tasks
some experience of gardening desirable but not essential
ability to be part of a team and work with others to complete tasks
able to take own initiative
This is ideal for someone who would like to increase their gardening skills through productive activity.
Support and training
initial induction
supervision throughout sessions, sign-posting to training opportunities
volunteer meetings with the opportunity to discuss project development with the CEO
The role will provide you with the opportunity to give something to the community and develop the farm.
Due to the high number of applications and referrals we receive, we are unable to offer everyone who applies a volunteering opportunity. All applications are assessed and then scored against both our funding criteria and our vision for a fairer future. We will let you know as soon as possible whether we can take your application forward.
As well as being a popular day out, the farm provides an excellent opportunity for people of all ages and backgrounds to learn about farming and sustainable food production.
We are a charity offering education, recreation and therapy for local people and provide a hub for the community. Help us keep providing these vital services.
