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Volunteering in the Cotswolds

Volunteer garden guides waiting to greet their groups at Hidcote, Gloucestershire
Volunteer garden guides at Hidcote, Gloucestershire | © National Trust Images/Chris Lacey

There are many ways to volunteer for the National Trust in the Cotswolds countryside. Why not try something different and make a difference to a special place near you? Find out more about what kind of volunteer roles are on offer, and how to apply if you’re interested in joining the team.

 

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.

 

A range of roles 

We have a wide variety of roles on offer which are always being updated, from Cattle Checkers and Dog Ambassadors, to Room Guides and Events Assistants.

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Volunteer with us 

There are hundreds of different ways you can volunteer for the National Trust at historic houses, in the gardens or at the many coastal and countryside landscapes we care for.

Volunteer sat inside a medieval manor house at Brockhampton, Herefordshire, talking to a visitor

Frequently asked questions on volunteering 

These frequently asked questions should give you all you need to know about who can volunteer, what it involves and how to apply.

Visitors are greeted by a volunteer in the garden at Stourhead, Wiltshire

Supporter groups in Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds 

Join one of the supporter groups in Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds to support local places through outdoor volunteering, visits, talks or regular social events.

Visitors trying on historic helmets inside Snowshill Manor, Gloucestershire