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Volunteer opportunities at Shugborough
Volunteers are essential to the ongoing work to restore and revive Shugborough Estate. Across the 900 acres of Grade I listed parkland and the house and monuments, volunteers help make every visit special. You can join our dedicated, passionate team of regular volunteers in a variety of roles to share your skills, learn something new and work with a great team.
Ways to volunteer at Shugborough Estate
If you’d like to play an active part in shaping and delivering our vision for the future of Shugborough, there are many ways you can volunteer, from helping to care for the animals and working to conserve the parkland to sharing stories with visitors in house.
Every volunteer role will give you the opportunity to use and develop your skills, while working with new people in the beautiful environment at Shugborough.
Who can volunteer at Shugborough?
Our volunteers come from a wide range of backgrounds, with different skills and talents. Everyone is useful at Shugborough. There is no such thing as ‘typical volunteer’ and everyone is welcome to join us in running and caring for the estate.
Get in touch about volunteering at Shugborough
Please note that role availability changes throughout the year. If you’re interested in a role that's not currently listed, or have any questions about volunteering at Shugborough, please get in touch with us at Shugborough@nationaltrust.org.uk.
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.
We are currently recruiting for:
Driving Volunteer - Shugborough Estate
Drivers are the Formula 1 stars of National Trust – just with a bit less speed! They help visitors who might struggle to get to and from the car park, as some of our historic places weren’t built to be pedestrian-friendly!
Gardens & Parks Volunteer
If you love gardens you’ll know they need lots of care and attention. Our volunteers help with the upkeep, development and protection of some of the most beautiful and important gardens and parklands in the UK - so visitors and wildlife can enjoy them.
House Experience Volunteer
Our House Experience Volunteers add the sparkle to any visit - giving everyone a warm welcome to the Mansion, Lichfield Apartment and Servants' Quarters. They bring stories from Shugborough to life and help people get the best out of their day.
Visitor Welcome Volunteer - Shugborough Estate
Our Visitor Welcome volunteers create a positive first impression with a warm welcome; helping all visitors get all they need from their visit. You’ll also help us provide a personalised thank you, leaving people with a positive lasting impression.
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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