Volunteer opportunities at Arlington Court

Ways to volunteer at Arlington Court  

Volunteers support in all aspects of caring for Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum. Here are the roles currently available:   

If any of the above sounds like something you’d enjoy, we’d be delighted to hear from you. 

If the current roles listed aren’t quite right for you, don’t worry. You can either fill in an expression of interest form here or check back again soon as we will continue to update the roles needed throughout the year.  

Please note we are currently not looking for volunteers in our garden or ranger teams. 

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 form new friendships  
• Utilise your existing skills and learn new ones  
• Strengthen your CV and help to develop your career  
• Learn about the history of this special place. 
• See first-hand the rewarding results of helping visitors have a great time 
• Share your enthusiasm and passion for what we do 

‘To me, volunteering means staying active, doing something both useful and enjoyable, keeping fit and giving something back to the National Trust in return for the pleasure it has given me over the years.’ 

- Derek, Engagment Volunteer

Young Volunteers 

Work Experience 

We work closely with local schools to offer placements here at Arlington Court where you’ll get the opportunity to work across our various departments. These are always popular so if you are interested in joining us, please email us at arlingtoncourt@nationaltrust.org.uk  

Duke of Edinburgh 

We welcome DofE participants who wish to complete their volunteering section with us. Over the years we have had volunteers join us in the house, carriage museum, visitor experience, visitor reception, and the second-hand bookshop. 

Why join us as a young volunteer? 

• Develop your skills and experience in a heritage environment 
• Add to your CV and give you an insight into the heritage industry
• Help further your career or future education
• Meet new people and forge new friendships 

Get in touch about volunteering  

Interested in finding out more about volunteering at Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum? Call the team on 01271 850296 or email arlingtoncourt@nationaltrust.org.uk to find out more.  

Thank you 

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