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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.

Volunteer roles at Dunham Massey are varied; from visitor welcome roles acting as a room guide and supporting visitors to get the best out of their experience in the house; presenting tours and helping with programmed events; or behind the scenes roles that help to conserve and care for Dunham Massey’s collection and green spaces.

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.

Get in touch about volunteering at Dunham Massey

We’d love to hear from you if you’re keen to lend us a hand. 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.

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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