Volunteering opportunities at The White Cliffs of Dover

A volunteer points something out to a visitor at Lizard Point, Cornwall. Bright blue sea and clear sky is visible behind them. — A volunteer with a visitor by the coast | © National Trust Images/Chris Lacey

From getting more exercise in the outdoors to leading tours or just meeting new people, there are plenty of reasons to volunteer at The White Cliffs of Dover. Opportunities are available no matter how much or little time you can spare.

Become part of a great team

We’re always on the lookout for new members to join the team here at The White Cliffs of Dover. Have you got a hidden talent to share? Maybe you’re looking for a new challenge?

Visitors appreciate the personal touch volunteers bring to their day, and we greatly appreciate the support volunteers give.

A range of opportunities is available, from growing plants to helping in the office or leading underground tours inside Fan Bay Deep Shelter. We welcome enquiries from people of all ages and backgrounds.

Why join us?

There are lots of reasons to join us; making the move to volunteer could be the best decision you ever make.

Become part of a friendly and dedicated team
Meet people from all walks of life and forge new friendships
Utilise your existing skills and learn new ones
Strengthen your CV and help to develop your career
Enjoy the great outdoors
Learn about the history of this special place.

Volunteer Open Mornings 2024

Image of visitors looking happy being briefed by a volunteer before entering Fan Bay Deep Shelter — Visitors being briefed by a volunteer before entering Fan Bay Deep Shelter | © National Trust/Chris Tapley

Have you been thinking about volunteering? We have exciting volunteer opportunities coming up at Fan Bay Deep Shelter and South Foreland Lighthouse and we'd like to welcome you to one of our Volunteer Open Mornings. You can meet our staff and volunteers, hear about our plans for 2024, and discuss how you could help us achieve them. Just drop in - no need to book.

If you enjoy meeting people and sharing facts and stories about our heritage, if you'd love the opportunity to engage with and organise our visitors; why not come along and talk with us. We're friendly and inclusive and there's a great team spirit. There's a lot going on at the cliffs in 2024 - and we'd like you to help us make it happen.

Come and meet us at the National Trust White Cliffs Visitor Centre. Entrance and parking are free for Volunteer Open Morning visitors.

Our open mornings are on:

3 February - 10:00 - 1.00
4 February - 10:00 - 1.00

For more details, click or tap this link.

Get in touch about volunteering at the White Cliffs

Volunteering can be an extremely rewarding experience. You can search for our available volunteering opportunities in the panel below. If you have questions about how you can get involved or what it entails, please contact the team on 01304 207326 or email whitecliffs@nationaltrust.org.uk.

The East Kent Association

Across the country thousands of our most dedicated supporters meet on a regular basis as part of a National Trust Centre or Association. These groups promote our work within their local area and raise money for projects.

The East Kent Association has a programme that offers something for everyone, including lectures, coach trips, social events and fundraisers. New members are always welcome - please use the White Cliffs contact details above to get in touch.

Thank you

Thank you to all our volunteers who give their time to support the National Trust in many different roles.

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