Working holidays are a great way to get involved with the National Trust's work and meet new people at the same time.
At High Wray we run around 8 working holidays every year, giving people a chance to try their hand at traditional skills such as hedgelaying, drystone walling, upland footpath work or traditional green woodwork.
Participants stay for a week at High Wray and work with us for 5 of the days on the chosen task, going away with a good understanding of it and hopefully the confidence to take it further themselves if they want.
" I've got so much out of it. It's been brilliant being able to do something I've never, ever done before and it's my 70th year so it's been really exciting learning how to build a shed ... so perhaps I'll go home and do one. The drill at home is going to come out of it's box!"
If you would like to book or find out more about our working holidays, call the Holidays Team on 0344 800 3099
Fancy helping behind the scenes in one of our houses, conserving the landscapes we protect or digging at a real archaeological site? We've got a varied programme of working holidays to suit every interest and ability. You'll meet like minded people and help us make a difference.
From helping out with lambing season in the Lake District to surfing lessons in Devon, our working holidays offer a unique opportunity to learn new skills, make new friends and play a part in looking after some of the UK’s most special places.
Interested in a working holiday? Find out what to expect on your holiday with us.
Our Working Holidays are run by volunteer leaders, who work with Trust staff to ensure you have the best possible experiences. If you're interested in becoming a leader, find out more about the role.