The National Trust is responsible for the conservation of many properties and areas of outstanding natural beauty in England, Northern Ireland and Wales. It also has a responsibility for ensuring that the general public has access to these sites.
By involving young people, we hope they will discover more about themselves and their heritage as well as contributing to the work that helps to maintain land and property for the enjoyment of future generations.
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| Accreditation |
Young Heritage Leaders offers young people the opportunity to gain a qualification recognising the transferable skills they develop through volunteering. |
| Arts and crafts |
Many traditional arts and crafts are still practised at properties and groups can learn about these as well as try some for themselves. |
| Drama |
Drama is often used by properties as a means of engaging with young people and allowing them to explore historical and contemporary issues and develop their own stories about a property’s past. |
| Environmental and conservation tasks |
Bracken clearance, pond dipping, rhododendron bashing, wall and fence building, insect and plant surveys and many more! |
| Environmental education |
Many properties have education officers, whose role it is to develop programmes for school visits. These are based around the National Curriculum. Of course wardens and gardeners also have a wealth of experience to share with visiting groups. |
| Outdoor pursuits |
The National Trust has two dedicated outdoor centres on Britain's coastline. One based at Brancaster in Norfolk and another at Stackpole in south-west Wales. |
| Residentials (basecamps) |
These are purpose-built or converted buildings which provide simple self-catering accommodation. They are all within easy reach of a property or beautiful landscape. |
| Work experience |
Young people looking for work experience in anything from administration and marketing to woodland management or gardening should consider contacting the National Trust. |
| Youth Discovery Working Holidays |
If young people (16+) want to develop their conservation skills, gain evidence towards an award or simply want a residential experience, they could join a working holiday. These are low cost and great fun. We are running Youth Discovery Holidays exclusively for 16–18 year olds. |
*please note: opportunities vary throughout the country. Please contact the youth development and involvement team to discuss your requirements
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