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Volunteering at Coleridge Cottage

A volunteer interpreter in an 18th-century costume writing at the table in the Second Parlour at Coleridge Cottage, Somerset
Writing in the Second Parlour at Coleridge Cottage | © National Trust Images / John Millar

Whether you’d like to make new friends, learn new skills or help look after this special place, there are many reasons to volunteer at Coleridge Cottage. Find out more about how you can get involved.

Become part of a great team

There are many ways to get involved as a volunteer at Coleridge Cottage whether it is re-telling the Coleridge story to visitors, donning a pinny in the tearoom, or helping us to care for our collection, be a part of the team that brings Coleridge Cottage to life.

Visitors appreciate the personal touch volunteers bring to their day, and we greatly appreciate the support volunteers give – Coleridge Cottage wouldn’t be able to operate without them.

We’re always looking to add new faces to our friendly team and we welcome enquiries from people of all ages and backgrounds.

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 Coleridge Cottage

Follow the link below to see what opportunities are available, and if you have questions about how you can get involved or what it entails, please contact the team on coleridgecottage@nationaltrust.org.uk or call the property office on 01278 732662.

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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