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Volunteering at Dunham Massey

Volunteers pruning roses in the garden at Dunham Massey, Cheshire.
Volunteers in the garden at Dunham Massey | © National Trust Images/James Dobson

Volunteering at Dunham Massey brings with it the opportunity to connect with a local community while learning and sharing new skills in beautiful surroundings.

Volunteer roles at Dunham Massey

Dunham Massey would not be the special place it is without the energy and dedication of its volunteers. People volunteer for different reasons - to learn new skills, make new friends, become part of a friendly team or gain experience for future employment.

What do volunteers do?

Volunteer roles at Dunham Massey are varied, ranging from welcoming visitors and acting as room guides to leading tours and supporting programmed events. There are also behind-the-scenes roles that help care for and conserve Dunham Massey’s collections and green spaces.

Why join us?

There are lots of reasons to join us. Volunteering is a great way to meet people, develop new skills and support our places.

  • 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.
A group of four youth volunteers planting a tree in Dunham Massey's woodland. One young man is leaning into a metal tree covering to plant a tree.
Tree planting by youth rangers at Dunham Massey, Cheshire. | © National Trust Images/Paul Harris

Get in touch about volunteering at Dunham Massey

Find out more about volunteering on the National Trust volunteering website and search 'Dunham Massey’ to find opportunities and apply.

Due to the number of enquiries about volunteering we receive, unfortunately we may not be able to reply if you apply for a volunteering role that we don’t have vacancies for.

For general enquieries, email us at dunhammassey@nationaltrust.org.uk

 

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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Meet the volunteers 

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to volunteer with us? From perfecting the art of lavender topiary to giving talks at historic houses, a selection of volunteers share their stories about helping out at some of the places we care for.

A woman with long black hair is tending to some plants in a walled garden on a sunny day. She is wearing a raincoat and has a smile on her face.

History of Dunham Massey 

Discover the history behind Dunham Massey's house, gardens and treasures and a wealth of stories of people whose lives and decisions helped to shape the world we live in today.

Oil painting on canvas, Dunham Massey: Bird's-eye View from the South, by Adriaen Van Diest

Supporter groups in Cheshire and Greater Manchester 

Find out about the supporter groups you can join in Cheshire and Greater Manchester including The Manchester Centre, East Cheshire National Trust Association and Frodsham and District Association.

Gardener volunteers at work at Quarry Bank Mill, Styal, Cheshire

Things to do in the garden at Dunham Massey 

The garden provides the perfect backdrop to enjoy the beauty of autumn days. Surround yourself with stunning shades as brightly coloured foliage floods the garden. Connect with nature and beauty while you immerse in the joys of the season.

Visitors walking along a garden path framed by trees and vibrant autumn foliage.

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