Volunteer groups are based at a particular property or area, working on anything from dry-stone walling to stewarding at concerts to fundraising. Not only do these groups help the Trust, but they offer a chance to meet like-minded people and make friends. There are groups all over the country, so you're bound to be able to find one near you.
NTV groups
Over 60 National Trust volunteer (NTV) and property-based support groups carry out practical conservation work at properties in their area, and sometimes further afield over a weekend. Conservation days and weekends range from footpath and step construction, planting and coppicing, to creation of habitats and dune restoration work on coastal properties. Groups may also help out at events such as property open days, rallies and concerts.
Friends and property-based groups
We also have many 'friends' and other property-based groups, which adopt and support a Trust property through voluntary work, helping with events and fundraising. This tends to attract a wider age range than NTV groups. Many of our volunteer groups also have an active social programme.
Group members learn about conservation and other aspects of the management of National Trust properties. Courses may be held where members can acquire new skills and learn traditional country crafts, such as hedge-laying and dry-stone walling.
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