CJS Weekly - Countryside Jobs Service

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Countryside Jobs Service Weekly
The original weekly newsletter for countryside staff
First published July 1994
Existing Opportunities: 14 October 2016
Standard linage adverts for every vacancy still current from previous editions, i.e. those
which have not yet reached the closing date. Voluntary opportunities & information on training & events can be
found towards the end of this section.
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2863-DIRECT-21/10
JOB
PRINCIPAL ECOLOGIST / TEAM LEADER - REGIONAL
BE4
?
LOC
LINCOLN or LEEDS
PAY
YES
FOR
DELTA-SIMONS
DES
Responsible for resource planning & management, financial & technical input to proposals & projects management
of Delta-Simon’s resources (office or site based) & sub-contractors, & financial performance. Manage, coach & mentor staff.
BUT 6+ years’ post graduate experience in fulfilling similar functions or in a similar consultancy role. Strong project, budget
control & resource management skills; strong report writing & reviewing skills, with experience of writing ecology chapters to
support Environmental Statements; experience of liaison with statutory consultees, sub-consultants, design teams, Local
Planning Authorities & client facing; demonstrable knowledge of all stages of development from initial feasibility to the
planning application stage & beyond; demonstrable track record of providing commercial focused project leadership on multidisciplinary projects; good interpersonal communication skills. Rel first degree; full member of CIEEM; hold 2 or more
specialist licences (newts, bats etc.). ASK http://www.deltasimons.com/about/careers/
REF
2865-DIRECT-28/10
JOB
DOOR TO DOOR MEMBERSHIP RECRUITER
BE4
31/10/16
LOC
WIRRAL, WARRINGTON, NORTHWICH & CHESTER
PAY
£8.20 ph, mileage allowance & uncapped commission
FOR
CHESHIRE WILDLIFE TRUST
DES
We are looking for outgoing people to join our membership recruitment team to spread the message about our work
& sign up new members. There is no hard sell involved & we provide you with full training & guidance to get you started. You
will need to be able to inspire the public about the amazing conservation work we do & encourage them to become a member
by signing up to a regular donation. This role is ideal for someone who wants to have flexible working hours as you will be
able to fit your work around your other commitments. BUT This is a field based role so you will need to be self-motivated,
proactive in your approach & enjoy working outdoors. Full driving licence, business car insurance & access to a vehicle
essential. You don’t need to be knowledgeable about wildlife or have a sales background but it helps if you have.
ASK www.cheshirewildlifetrust.org.uk tgibson@cheshirewt.org.uk
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2866-ONLINE-28/10
JOB
PRINCIPAL CONSULTANT - ARBORICULTURE
BE4
28/10/16
LOC
CHELMSFORD
PAY
starting up to 45000
FOR
PLACE SERVICES, ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL
DES
You will be the thought lead on all arboricultural matters & will oversee operational responsibility of an established
team of arboricultural consultants. Reporting to the Natural Environment Manager, the key responsibility for this role is
ensuring that the arboricultural specialism is a commercially viable unit. You will be a role model within your specialism & your
motivational skills will help inspire arboriculturists to deliver high quality outputs within agreed parameters. You will be
expected to expand the client base throughout Essex & beyond. BUT Proven relationship management skills in order to
maximise profitability; strong sales & marketing skills. ASK http://c-js.co.uk/2dDjN8W
REF
2867-ONLINE-28/10
Senior Wildlife Conservation Officer
Permanent
Full-time (37hours a week)
£25,694 to £31,288 per annum
Based in Grassington
Would you like to work in one of the most beautiful parts of the country - a place of real character, with a highly-distinctive,
living, working, cultural landscape? Are you ready for the challenge of prioritising resources across an area of outstanding
wildlife spread across 841 square miles?
If so, we have a rare opportunity to join and lead our Wildlife Conservation team at an exciting time for the National Park. The
National Park boundary has recently been extended to include the stunning Westmorland fells & dales and the Upper Lune
valley.
CJS Weekly: 14 October 2016
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This is a great opportunity for an enthusiastic, forward thinking and pragmatic individual to
take the lead in helping local people to protect & enhance the National Park’s habitats and
species, and to inspire our millions of visitors.
You will have direct experience of formulating and delivering practical conservation
policies and programmes, and a proven track record in accessing external funding for
wildlife projects. Your experience of working with volunteers and local communities gives
you the skills to help us achieve much more than we could working alone.
As well as developing practical conservation programmes, you will provide advice to the Authority on natural environment
policy; oversee the development of the National Park’s Local Biodiversity Action Plan; and, advise on significant planning
consultations.
You will be educated to degree level or higher, in an appropriate qualification such as ecology, biology or environmental
conservation.
Closing date: Monday 31 October 2016 at Noon
Anticipated Interview Date: Week commencing 14th November 2016
Application forms and further information are available on the Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority website at
www.yorkshiredales.org.uk, they can also be obtained by e-mail from personnel@yorkshiredales.org.uk or by telephoning
0300 456 0030.
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2868-ONLINE-21/10
Area Manager (South)
Permanent
37 hours per week
£26,556 to £32,164 per annum
The post is based at our office in Colvend, Grassington.
Following the recent 24% increase in size of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, we are reorganising and creating new
opportunities within our Ranger Service.
This is a key post responsible for leading and managing one of our three National Park area-based Ranger Service teams.
This is a varied and exciting role and the successful applicant will be required to demonstrate successful project management,
and a proven track record of working with communities and organisations to improve peoples’ enjoyment of an area. Through
a strategic approach you will have experience of developing plans and making them a reality. As an experienced manager
you will also have the ability to motivate individuals and lead a team of area-based volunteers to help with this work. In
addition you will have excellent communication and negotiation skills, ability to raise funds for partnership projects and an
awareness of Health and Safety in relation to construction projects.
For an informal discussion and to find out more about the role, please contact Alan Hulme, Head of Park Management, on
01756 751647.
Closing date for applications: 12noon on Wednesday 19 October 2016
Anticipated interview: Wednesday 2 November 2016
Application forms are available on the Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority website at
www.yorkshiredales.org.uk/vacancies. They can also be obtained by e-mail from personnel@yorkshiredales.org.uk or by
telephoning 0300 456 0030.
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2869-ONLINE-4/11
Access Ranger (2 Posts)
Permanent
37 hours per week
£15,823 to £17,891 per annum (with possible progression to £21,057)
One post based in Orton, Cumbria.
One post based in Hawes, North Yorkshire.
Following the recent 24% increase in size of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, we are reorganising and creating new
opportunities within our Ranger Service.
With responsibility for a specific area of the Yorkshire Dales National Park you will liaise with landowners and farmers and
carry out high quality practical work that enhances public access and our properties in the
area, and engage with users and communities. You will be an integral part of the areabased ranger team, undertaking practical work alone or as part of that team, managing and
supervising contractors and volunteers, and co-ordinating and delivering practical work, as
required. As well as having experience of Health Safety and risk assessments in relation
to practical projects, to help maintain our records and deal with email correspondence you will be computer literate with good
communication skills.
For an informal discussion and to find out more about the role, please contact Steve Hastie, Area Manager (West), or Matt
Neale, Area Manager (North), on 01969 652300, or Alan Hulme, Head of Park Management, on 01756 751647.
Closing date for applications: 12noon on Friday 4 November 2016
Anticipated interview: Week commencing Monday 21 November 2016
REF
2870-ONLINE-21/10
Education and Events Manager
4 year Fixed Term Contract
37 hours per week
£25,694 to £31,288 per annum
The post is based at our office in Bainbridge, Wensleydale.
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This is an exciting new post responsible for leading and managing our recently established learning and engagement team
and coordinating our events programme. The objective is to engage with people of all ages and backgrounds to help them
understand and learn about our National Park through experiences on their own or in groups.
You will be responsible for shaping this work across the National Park with responsibility for organising and delivering events
and building capacity within our organisation including training staff and volunteers. You will also be developing partnerships
and initiatives working alongside colleagues in other National Parks to help us deliver Defra’s 8 Point Plan.
You will have a strategic approach to your work, and be able to communicate to a variety of audiences. As an experienced
manager you will also have the ability to motivate individuals and lead a team of volunteers to help with this work. In addition
you will have project management and negotiation skills, the ability to raise funds for partnership projects and an awareness
of Health and Safety in relation to events.
For an informal discussion and to find out more about the role, please contact Mark Allum Head of Access and Engagement
on 01756 751626.
Closing date for applications: 12noon on Monday 24 October 2016
Anticipated interview: Tuesday 15 November 2016
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2871-ONLINE-21/10
Access Support Officer
£15,507 - £17,547 (with possible progression to £20,456) per annum pro rata
Part Time (18.5 hours per week)
Based at Yoredale, Bainbridge or Colvend Grassington
As part of our Access and Engagement team this post undertakes a variety of recreation
monitoring and mapping work, primarily in relation to the use of rights of way, green lanes and the Countryside Rights of Way
Act. The role involves accessing a variety of remote locations throughout the National Park to gather data on their condition
and use, before carrying out analysis using GIS packages, Microsoft Access and Excel, and producing reports of the findings
using Word.
Thorough in your approach with an attention to detail, you will have good analytical skills and be fully IT literate with
experience of GIS, have excellent team working, good organisational and time management skills, as well as a helpful and
flexible attitude. The post-holder will be expected to access a number of physically hard to reach locations, in the Yorkshire
Dales National Park, on their own.
For an informal discussion contact Mark Allum, Head of Access and Engagement 01756 751626.
Closing date: Noon Wednesday 19 October 2016
Interviews will be held on Friday 28 October 2016
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2872-ONLINE-28/10
Assistant Investigations Officer
Location: Northern England Region
Salary: £19,602 to £21,236 per annum
Hours: 37.5 per week
Fixed term until 30 June 2019
Here at RSPB, we are looking for a passionate, hard-working, and determined individual with an excellent eye for detail, to
join our Investigations Team as an Assistant Investigations Officer for the EU-funded Hen Harrier LIFE Project. This post will
focus on upland areas of northern England. You will work with other Investigations staff in species and habitat monitoring, and
the detection, recording, analysis, and dissemination of information on wildlife crime, particularly in relation to hen harriers and
related priority species and habitats.
As part of the Investigations Team you will be deployed on fieldwork to monitor some of our rarest and most iconic bird
species and to help identify the perpetrators of wildlife crime. This may involve long hours of fieldwork often in difficult
conditions. You will be required to liaise with the Police and other relevant agencies and provide witness or expert witness
statements as required. Later court appearances may follow to give evidence. As the post covers the North of England, you
have opportunity to be based in and work from either of RSPB's Newcastle, Denby Dale or Lancaster offices. The post will
include an element of office work, including report writing and data management.
Closing date: 28 October 2016
Interview date: 11 November 2016
For further information, please visit www.rspb.org.uk/vacancies
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2873-ONLINE-21/10
Peatland Monitoring Officer
Yorkshire Wildlife Trust
Fixed term contract to 31 March 2018
£24500 p.a. plus up to 9% employer pension contribution
Do you Love Yorkshire, Love Wildlife? Are you as committed as we are to creating a Yorkshire rich in wildlife for everyone?
We are one of the UK’s fastest growing environmental organisations and seek to appoint a Peatland Monitoring Officer based
at our Skipton office.
The Peatland Monitoring Officer is a key part of the Yorkshire Peat Partnership team. The Officer will be responsible for
implementing, analysing and reporting on ground-based ecological surveys and carrying out UAV monitoring flights and
working with the GIS & Remote Sensing Officer to analyse the outputs from these.
As well as being passionate and enthusiastic about our mission to secure Living Landscapes and Living Seas, you will have
experience of ecological field survey work and good botanical identification skills as well as practical GIS software skills in
either ESRI ArcGIS, MapInfo Professional or QGIS. You will have excellent communication skills with a keen interest in the
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work of the Yorkshire Peat Partnership and a willingness to work outside normal office hours including some stays away from
home during the survey season.
See www.ywt.org.uk for more details or ring the office for an application pack: 01904 659570 or e-mail info@ywt.org.uk
Please note we don’t accept CVs
Application closing date: 9 am on Monday 24 October 2016; interviews: Tuesday 8 November 2016
YWT Company 409650; Charity no. 210807.
Yorkshire Wildlife Trust is an equal opportunities employer
REF
2874-ONLINE-28/10
Director
Caring for God’s Acre (CfGA), the national charity that promotes the conservation of
churchyards and burial grounds, seeks to appoint a new Director to oversee the running of the
organisation upon the retirement of its Manager
Salary £35,000 pro rata, plus pension, 3 days a week
The Director will be responsible to the Board of Trustees for:
The delivery of the strategic and policy objectives
The implementation of the agreed Business Plan and oversight of funded work programmes.
The Director will lead Caring for God’s Acre to achieve its objectives through developing partnerships and initiatives,
maximising opportunities for and impact of, its core activities and project work.
An information pack is available via e-mail. For more information about Caring for Gods Acre’s work see our web site.
Applications to be made in writing with full c.v. and two references to:
The Chairman, Caring for God’s Acre, 11 Drovers’ House, The Auction Yard, Craven Arms, Shropshire, SY7 9BZ
01588 673041
The closing date is 28th October with interviews to be held during the week commencing 7th November 2016.
www.caringforgodsacre.org.uk, info@cfga.org.uk
REF
2875-ONLINE-21/10
JOB
ADMINISTRATION OFFICER
BE4
20/10/16
LOC
SIGNAL COURT, EYNSHAM
PAY
17891 – 19939 pro rata (8945 – 9969)
FOR
OXFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
DES
18.5 hours per week. Thames Valley Environmental Records Centre collects, analyses & shares geo-diversity &
biodiversity information in Berkshire & Oxfordshire in order to help people make sound decisions about how to develop &
manage land sustainably, where to direct wildlife conservation work & for scientific education & research. We need an
enthusiastic person to help with general office & finance administration & with communications to our stakeholders. Your main
tasks will be raising invoices & purchase orders, maintaining the TVERC website & Twitter account, collating the biannual
newsletter & taking minutes at our steering group meetings. BUT Good attention to detail & able to complete routine tasks
to a consistently high standard. Good general IT skills. Ability to communicate effectively within the team & to deliver an
excellent customer service to our customers essential. Organised, flexible & interested in wildlife. ASK Ref: OCC2233079
www.newjob.org.uk Chat: Dan Carpenter, TVERC Projects Manager, 01865 815419.
REF
2876-DIRECT-21/10
JOB
LANDSCAPE CO-ORDINATOR
BE4
21/10/16 (9am) IV 28/10/16
LOC
LONDON SE5 8EL
PAY
21000
FOR
TREES FOR CITIES
DES
To undertake the construction of edible playgrounds & support the Landscape Manager to co-ordinate the build
phase within the overall project. The Projects Team have a strong track record of delivering bespoke, high quality edible
playgrounds & urban tree planting projects. BUT We are looking for a driven, highly motivated & skilled individual to join the
team. ASK www.treesforcities.org/projects/landscape-coordinator Download & complete the application form & submit it to
jobs@treesforcities.org with the subject heading ‘Landscape Co-ordinator’.
REF
2877-DIRECT-28/10
JOB
FEMALE OUTDOOR WORKER
BE4
31/10/16
LOC
EDINBURGH
PAY
19803 – 22818
FOR
VENTURE SCOTLAND
DES
Funded for 3 years. Venture Scotland is a charity providing an outdoor based personal development programme for
young people who often have complex backgrounds of drug abuse, homelessness, mental health issues & offending. The
programme includes day activities such as rock climbing, hill walking, canoeing, gorge walking & coasteering & residentials to
our bothy in Glen Etive. The course offers these young people the opportunity to make profound & substantial changes in
their lives. We are looking for a Female Outdoor Worker to join our supportive delivery team. We offer a comprehensive
training programme & will support & develop the skills needed to run the programme. We also offer a full activities skill training
programme & staff & volunteer activity club that will allow you to progress your personal skills & undertake higher NGB
qualifications. BUT Preferred experience: Summer Mountain Leader / Single Pitch Award ‘youth work experience. Women
only need apply. ASK david.brackenridge@venturescotland.org.uk http://venturescotland.org.uk/about/current-vacancies
REF
2878-ONLINE-21/10
JOB
CONSERVATION RANGERS
BE4
?
LOC
WREXHAM
PAY
£70 & £100 a day – project & experience dependent FOR
WILDBANKS CONSERVATION
DES
We would welcome hearing from you if you are self-employed or if you would like to enter into a zero hours contract
with us. An exciting opportunity has arisen to gain experience in a wide range of conservation projects within a growing &
sector leading business. The role will involve a variety of practical land & habitat management / creation projects, access
improvements, installation of environmental educational resources & protected species work. Please see our website or
Facebook page for more information on a range of projects we undertake. BUT The successful candidates will have at least
3 of the below attributes: good practical skills; experience of protected species surveys; a can-do, adaptable approach to work
& a professional, personable manner; driving licence & own car & must live within 40 min of LL13 0DY; some qualifications
would be desirable e.g. first aid, chainsaw, herbicide, brush cutter, excavator. ASK Send CV & your relevant skills &
experiences to Mick Smith, info@wildbanksconservation.com quoting ‘Conservation Ranger Position’ in email subject header.
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REF
2879-ONLINE-28/10
JOB
HEAD GARDENER
BE4
30/10/16 IV 7/11/16
LOC
ESHER, SURREY
PAY
30000
FOR
NATIONAL TRUST
DES
As the Head Gardener for Surrey Landscapes you’ll be leading a team of gardeners & volunteers to manage a
portfolio of diverse landscapes & gardens. Based at Claremont, you’ll oversee senior gardeners at Claremont & Winkworth.
You’ll lead the hardworking team from the front in a hands on approach. You’ll be happy to lead by example & encourage a
sense of motivation & experimentation. Ensure the gardens team is engaged with the visitors, supporters, & the visitor
experience. BUT Strong horticultural experience, with knowledge of trees, plants & landscapes; experience of manging a
garden open to the public & visitors; innovative approach for engaging with a variety of audiences, from local dog walkers to
international visitors; strong management experience with an understanding of how to inspire & motivate others;
understanding of managing budgets & working within financial targets; experience of managing teams across multiple sites.
ASK Ref: IRC41434. http://bit.ly/2dJAFJS
REF
2881-ONLINE-21/10
JOB
ASSISTANT EDUCATION TEAM LEADER
BE4
20/10/16 (noon) IV 31/10/16
LOC
EPPING FOREST FIELD CENTRE, ESSEX
PAY
25035 – 28570
FOR
FIELD STUDIES COUNCIL
DES / BUT This is a new role designed to assist the London region Education Team Leader to inspire our FSC London
Region Education team positively through the current curricular change & beyond; bringing together the staff to promote
excellence across a spectrum of activities & supporting training across region staff. The Education Team is made up of
dedicated individuals based at sites across the region, who require day to day management by the Education Team Leader &
Assistant Education Team Leader, be it on site or remotely. The FSC London Region consists of FSC Juniper Hall, FSC
Amersham, FSC London Projects (including the Royal Parks & Olympia Park) & FSC Epping Forest.
ASK www.field-studies-council.org/vacancies recruitment@field-studies-council.org 01743 852138.
REF
2832-ONLINE-21/10
Head of Outdoor Learning
Westminster City Council
Based at Sayers Croft, Cranleigh Rd, Ewhurst, Cranleigh GU6 7SS
Up to £45,000 pa
Job category: Environmental Services
Contract type; Permanent
FTE; Full Time
Salary: Up to £45,000 pa
Grade: Westminster - Range 4
Closing Date: 21/10/2016
Ref No: 1939
Full job description: Westminster City Council’s Sayers Croft Centre is situated on a beautiful 56 acre site with its own ancient
woodland nature reserve, meadows, ponds and meandering streams. Facilities include a climbing and abseiling tower, low
and high ropes courses, zip wire, swimming pool, adventure playground and numerous team challenge activities. The site
can accommodate up to 200 customers for residential visits.
We are looking for an experienced and dynamic individual to lead the Outdoor Learning Unit which includes management of
the Sayers Croft Centre, outreach and education programmes. The successful post holder will also have responsibility for
developing and delivering Outdoor Learning policy, programmes and initiatives across the City of Westminster through
outreach programmes and partnerships.
Residential accommodation is provided and the post holder is required to live on site at Sayers Croft.
Deadline for applications, Friday 21st October 2016.
For further information please contact: Richard Barker. Director of Community Services (e) rbarker@westminster.gov.uk) (t)
020 7641 2693
To apply please follow: http://c-js.co.uk/2cHBXn3
REF
2836-ONLINE-21/10
JOB
SUPPORTER DEVELOPMENT OFFICER (Garden Ecology Team)
BE4
19/10/16 9am
LOC
THETFORD, NORFOLK
PAY
20417 – 22686
FOR
BRITISH TRUST FOR ORNITHOLOGY
DES
We require an outgoing & enthusiastic individual to work in the BTO’s Garden Ecology Team & develop the BTO’s
engagement with supporters & wider public. You will promote the BTO Garden BirdWatch survey & increase coverage of our
work in newspapers, magazines, radio, BTO website & social media. BUT You will have proven excellent written & personal
communication skills, experience successfully organising public engagement events & a good knowledge of British garden
birds & wildlife. ASK Samantha Rider 01842 750050 jobs@bto.org www.bto.org/vacancies Ref CJS/1617-2
REF
2771-ONLINE-21/10
Senior Site Manager
RSPB, Bempton Cliff Reserve, East Yorkshire
£34,643 to £37,530 per annum
Full Time 37.5 hours per week – Permanent position
Do you want to manage a spectacular coastal headland which supports a quarter of a
million seabirds from Britain's only mainland gannet colony, to the stars of the show, the
Puffin? Are you excited by supporting the science and advocacy which will help protect these birds away from their cliffs on
their feeding and wintering grounds? Can you run a successful on-site, retail and catering operation to generate profits to
drive the conservation programme for these birds? Can you increase visitor footfall to this remarkable site to 100,000 visits a
year? Can you recruit these visitors into RSPB members, securing sustainable income for the site? Are you inspired by the
chance to create a visitor experience second to none and make the site the most accessible seabird colony in the UK? Does
the prospect of supporting over 20 dedicated staff and nearly 150 volunteers motivate you?
If so, RSPB Bempton Cliffs, in East Yorkshire wants to hear from you!
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We are looking to recruit a Senior Site Manager in early 2017 to manage one of the RSPB's flagship nature reserves. A
regional tourist attraction, Bempton Cliffs is the UK.'s most accessible seabird colony and boasts a newly developed Seabird
Centre and staggering viewpoints overlooking the cliffs.
An entrepreneurial and inspiring leader is sought to manage a team of staff and some of the best volunteers in the country.
You would continue to develop the site as a major visitor attraction, including driving the profitability of retail and catering
operations, promoting volunteering, increasing membership recruitment and expanding a first-class and innovative visitor
experience. The successful candidate will work closely with a range of colleagues across the RSPB, from the regional
Conservation team to Conservation Science and Policy, to safeguard the future of one of Britain's most important seabird
colonies, both on-site and offshore. An ability to build external partnerships to further both the commercial and conservation
objectives at the site will also be a key skill required.
This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to make a significant difference for nature conservation. If you have the skills, drive,
energy and ambition to build a major commercial operation and safeguard our seabirds, then don't miss this chance!
Closing Date: 21 October 2016 Interview Date: To be confirmed – November.
For further information and to download an application pack, please visit our website at http://www.rspb.org.uk/vacancies/
REF
2773-ONLINE-21/10
Reserve Manager
Rutland Water Nature Reserve
Oakham, Rutland
£35,000 per annum
Dynamic and experienced professional conservation manager required to lead Rutland Water Nature Reserve - an
outstanding and internationally important wetland covering nearly 400 hectares – and further build on its excellent track record
of delivering major benefits for both wildlife and people.
You will have overall responsibility for steering this flagship nature reserve in the next phase of its development, and ensuring
effective and efficient operations including leadership of staff and volunteers, habitat management, wildlife surveying,
recording and monitoring, projects and initiatives, visitor services, events and activities, communications, and relationships
with partners and key stakeholders.
You will be a talented leader with excellent interpersonal and organisational skills, able to lead change and development, and
harness the commitment and enthusiasm of staff and volunteers to deliver demanding work programmes, projects and
initiatives.
You will have wide experience and a proven track-record of habitat management and nature conservation delivery,
particularly in relation to extensive wetland areas, plus visitor access and management on nature reserves. With a passion for
wildlife, you will have excellent all-round natural history skills, including ornithology.
Closing date: Friday 21st October 2016 at midday.
Interviews: Thursday 3rd November 2016
For more information and to download an application pack, please visit our website at http://www.lrwt.org.uk/about-us/jobvacancies/
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2368-DIRECT-21/10
JOB
LEAD INSTRUCTOR
BE4
21/10/16
LOC
JERSEY, CHANNEL ISLANDS
PAY
YES
FOR
CREEPY VALLEY LTD
DES
We are looking for a hardworking & enthusiastic Lead Instructor to join the team at Creepy Valley Adventure Centre
in the beautiful Channel Island of Jersey. Your role will be to support the Centre Manager in the day to day operations of the
centre ensuring our customers have a safe & enjoyable experience. BUT Experience of working in the outdoor adventure
industry & hold one of the following qualifications: SPA & / or ERCA Instructor & Rescuer. ASK www.creepyvalley.je/meetthe-team
CJS Jobs Digest - paid posts, (a review of adverts from other sources, published during the past week):
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2882-HORTWEEK-28/10
JOB
PARK OPERATIONS MANAGER
BE4
28/10/16
LOC
READING, BERKSHIRE
PAY
YES
FOR
THE CHILD BEALE TRUST
DES
The Child Beale Trust is a wildlife park & garden employing 8 permanent plus additional summer seasonal grounds
staff. This is an exciting ‘hands on’ opportunity to maintain & develop the grounds, including the gardens & animal collection &
provide visitors with an excellent value for money experience. BUT Experience in horticulture / landscape management,
leadership, organisational, administrative, communication & financial / budgeting skills; recognised qualification in horticultural
or landscape management. ASK Louise Clarke, the Child Beale Trust, Lower Basildon, Reading RG8 9NW 01189 767480
administration@bealepark.org.uk www.bealepark.org.uk
REF
BE4
PAY
2883-GUARDIAN-21/10
19/10/16 (5pm) IV 31/10/16
c 17500 p.a.
JOB
LOC
FOR
TRANSITION PROJECT MANAGER: ‘FUTURE COAST’
DORCHESTER
JURASSIC COAST TRUST
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DES
3 days per week, 9 months. The Jurassic Coast Trust is the charity looking after this extraordinary coastline,
safeguarding it & ensuring it can be understood & enjoyed by everyone. ‘Future Coast’ is a collection of change &
development projects creating a new approach to managing the complexities of the World Heritage Site. BUT Talented
change management or organisational development professional, ideally with a background in the charity & / or public sector;
experienced & efficient project manager, with exceptional communication skills & ability to turn your hand to a wide range of
organisational issues & activities. ASK http://jurassiccoast.org/contact-jurassic-coast/work-with-us
REF
2884-SOILASSC-21/10
JOB
SUSTAINABLE FOOD CITIES NETWORK MANAGER
BE4
20/10/16 (9am) IV 31/10/16 (Bristol)
LOC
BRISTOL or LONDON
PAY
34870
FOR
SOIL ASSOCIATION
DES
Fixed term to 30/11/19. Across the globe, communities at every scale have recognised the key role food can play in
dealing with some of today’s most pressing social, economic & environmental challenges, from ill-health to food poverty &
waste, climate change & biodiversity loss. Join our team & work with us to take Sustainable Food Cities to a new level of
impact & success, supported by robust systems, good communications & excellent network connections & project
management. BUT Experienced project manager, with experience of helping to co-ordinate a successful complex change
programme. Substantial experience of relationship development at a senior level, including Local Authorities, public health
bodies, NGOs & the community sector. ASK www.soilassociation.org/job-opportunities
REF
2885-GOV.UK-28/10
JOB
SENIOR ECOLOGIST
BE4
28/10/16
LOC
LYNDHURST, SOUTH EAST
PAY
32422 – 35402
FOR
FORESTRY COMMISSION
DES
South England Forest District manages some 47,000ha of the public forest estate across West Sussex, Surrey,
Berkshire, Hampshire, Isle of Wight, Dorset & South Wiltshire. Lead on the provision of ecological advice & support to enable
district staff to deliver their business plan priorities & implement FC policy. Communicate & liaise with stakeholders regarding
our commitments to the environment & nature conservation legislation. BUT Degree or post graduate degree in ecology or
similar environmental discipline or equivalent relevant experience; membership of CIEEM or similar professional body or
eligibility; excellent written & aural communication skills with proven ability to multi-tasks, prioritise & deliver projects in a
timely manner; experience of habitat management & a sound understanding of ecological issues, environmental liaison,
project planning & delivery; driving licence. ASK https://www.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk
REF
2886-GOV.UK-21/10
JOB
FIELD ORNITHLOGIST
BE4
21/10/16
LOC
YORK, YOURKSHIRE & THE HUMBER
PAY
19430 – 20010
FOR
ANIMAL & PLANT HEALTH AGENCY
DES
To undertake ornithological survey work, deployment of bird detection radar, other research & survey work as
required. BUT 5 GCSE grade C or above (or equivalent) including English & maths, or English & a science subject. Able to
deliver quality results under pressure & to tight deadlines; able to work independently & as part of a team; excellent bird ID
skills; proficient with MS packages such as Word & Excel; experience of recording data accurately & efficiently; driving
licence. Bird ringing permit, experience of WeBS, CBC, BBS, Offshore Bird Survey techniques, vantage point surveys & radio
tracking experience desirable. ASK https://www.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk
REF
2887-WWW-21/10
JOB
CONSULTANT ECOLOGIST
BE4
?
LOC
EAST GRINSTEAD
PAY
YES
FOR
CAPITA PROPERTY & INFRASTRUCTURE
DES
Our ecological service offers advice & assessment on development proposals & infrastructure schemes, habitat
creation & management schemes. BUT BSc / MSc in ecology, biology, conservation or other rel discipline or equivalent; full
membership of CIEEM; understanding of ecological risk management; commercial awareness & an understanding of the
bidding & job winning process; proven experience in managing & undertaking habitat surveys & protected species surveys,
with excellent ID & botanical skills; hold, or working towards protected species licences; 3+ years’ experience in the provision
of ecological advice in the consultancy sector; sound knowledge & understanding of ecological legislation & current best
practice / policy. ASK www.capita.com/careers
REF
2888-WWW-28/10
JOB
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
BE4
26/10/16
LOC
ST ANDREWS, SCOTLAND
PAY
25769 – 30738
FOR
UNIVERSITY OF ST ANDREWS
DES
Fixed term for 18 months in the first instance. Based within the Sea Mammal Research Unit, the project researches
the potential effects of tidal stream energy devices on marine mammals. You will play a key role in the project & will be
responsible for monitoring the operational status of the sensor systems, data download & archiving, & preliminary data
cleansing, analysis & reporting. BUT Candidates with a strong mathematical or signal processing background are
encouraged to apply. Previous use of passive & active acoustic data, in particular with regards to animal movement analysis
would be particularly advantageous. ASK http://bit.ly/2cyd2yW
REF
2889-WWW-21/10
JOB
WZ LEAD PRESENTER
BE4
21/10/16 (midnight) IV 1 or 2/11/16 LOC
WHIPSNADE ZOO
PAY
28778
FOR
ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF LONDON
DES
12 months maternity cover. To be responsible for ensuring our varied audiences are engaged & inspired by our living
collection, understand more about our conservation work & crucially enjoy their visit. Also responsible for the day to day
management of the presenter team. BUT Educated to at least degree level, preferably in a rel subject or equivalent work
experience; experience of working in a public-facing science or conservation environment or strong experience of developing
live interpretation; experience of supervising or managing a team; ability to use MS Office packages, specifically Word &
Excel. ASK www.zsl.org/about-us/jobs
REF
BE4
2890-WWW-11/11
14/11/16
JOB
LOC
SEASONAL OUTDOOR EDUCATION INSTRUCTOR
TUNBRIDGE WEWLLS
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PAY
YES
FOR
BOWLES ROCKS TRUST
DES
Join our fantastic team at one of the UK’s top outdoor education centres. Salary includes excellent on-suite
accommodation & meals. BUT The ideal candidate will have at least 2 of the following qualifications: SPA or Southern
Sandstone Award; BCU / UKCC level 1 or 2; BASI or UK snowsports level 1; GNAS; D1 + E minibus entitlement; strong
interpersonal skills & a professional approach. ASK www.bowles.ac/about-bowles/jobs-at-bowles
REF
2896-WWW-21/10
JOB
INSTRUCTOR
BE4
?
LOC
FRONTIER CENTRE, NORTHANTS
PAY
c 13500
FOR
ROCK UK ADVENTURE CENTRES LTD
DES
For an immediate start at our centre in Irthlingborough, Northamptonshire. This post is for a multi-activity instructor.
BUT Single Pitch Award or UKCC level 2 canoe & kayak coach. This role is subject to an Occupational Requirement that the
successful applicant should be a practising Christian. ASK www.rockuk.org/work-for-us/jobs
REF
2897-WWW-21/10
JOB
FREELANCE INSTRUCTORS
BE4
?
LOC
SUMMIT CENTRE, SOUTH WALES
PAY
YES
FOR
ROCK UK ADVENTURE CENTRES LTD
DES
To supplement our permanent team of instructors. Freelance staff are involved in instructing both in the climbing wall
& on our new Aerial Adventure (high ropes) course, floor-walking & covering reception. We have opportunities for both
occasional & regular shifts. BUT Interest in climbing & sharing your passion for this sport with others. To have completed
CWA or SPA training. Support is available to help gain the necessary qualifications ASK www.rockuk.org/work-for-us/jobs
REF
2898-WWW-11/11
JOB
PERMANENT OUTDOOR EDUCATION INSTRUCTOR
BE4
14/11/16
LOC
TUNBRIDGE WELLS
PAY
16185 – 19412 incl accom & meals FOR
BOWLES ROCKS TRUST
DES
Independent charitable trust located at a stunning venue in SE UK, a leader in outdoor learning for schools &
colleges, we also have a strong presence in the worlds of business learning & development, & recreational activities.
BUT Skiing or snowboarding instructor qualifications; proven track-record & passion for developmental work with young
people in the outdoors; degree or equivalent; a range of qualifications – NGB & other; SPA; BCU / UKCC level 2; ML or
Lowland Leader; GNAS; APIOL; D1 + E minibus entitlement; pool lifeguard; strong interpersonal skills & a professional
approach; experience of youth work or mainstream education. ASK www.bowles.ac/about-bowles/jobs-at-bowles
REF
2899-WWW-21/10
JOB
FUNDRAISING OFFICER
BE4
20/10/16 (6pm)
LOC
LONDON
PAY
20000 – 23000
FOR
SAVE THE RHINO
DES
This is a fantastic role for someone looking to start work in fundraising & / or conservation & gain experience in a
variety of fundraising areas. BUT Excellent knowledge of MS Excel, Word & PowerPoint; excellent organisational & multitasking skills; good copywriting skills; strong communication & admin skills; ability to build strong relationships with supporters;
fundraising experience. ASK www.savetherhino.org/about/jobs
REF
2900-WWW-21/10
JOB
ACTIVITY INSTRUCTORS
BE4
?
LOC
UK*
PAY
13000 – 17000
FOR
MANOR ADVENTURE
DES
11 month season with option of a 23 month contract. Manor Adventure is an industry leading residential outdoor
activity provider, now actively seeking applicants for the 2017 season. Our comprehensive training programme, which
includes gaining NGB awards, will provide you with the confidence & skills to deliver high quality, safe, outdoor sessions at
one of our 4 UK centres*, namely, Culmington Manor, Shropshire; Norfolk Lakes, Norfolk; Abernant Lake Hotel, Wales;
Lockerbie Manor, Scotland. We can offer a fairly priced live in option with good accommodation & food. BUT We welcome
applications from those with or without experience. All we need from you is energy, enthusiasm & a passion for working with
children. ASK www.manoradventurejobs.com/activity_instructor_jobs.php
REF
2901-FARMGUAR-21/10
JOB
GENERAL STOCKPERSON
BE4
21/10/16
LOC
GUITING POWER, GLOUCESTERSHIRE
PAY
YES
FOR
COTSWOLD FARM PARK
DES / BUT Adam Henson’s Cotswold Farm Park requires a General Stockperson to be responsible for the day to day care of
rare breed stock within the farm park. Duties will include all aspects of stock work with sheep, cattle, pigs, goats, equines &
poultry. Also assist with the commercial flock & wider estate when necessary. There is the opportunity for the right applicant to
develop the role. Competitive package available with the possibility of single shared accommodation. ASK CV & covering
letter to Mike Caunter, mike.caunter@cotswoldfarmpark.co.uk
REF
2843-GROUNDWORK-11/11
JOB
YOUNG GREEN LEADERS – CAMPAIGN OFFICER
BE4
11/11/16 12noon IV 17/11/16
LOC
BIRMINGHAM
PAY
27343 pro rata
FOR
GROUNDWORK
DES
Fixed term for 2 years. Currently expanding the national team to increase the capacity to drive forward a national
campaign aimed at inspiring & equipping young people to get more involved in environmental volunteering & decision-making
& helping local environmental groups to become more ‘young people friendly’. Have the chance to play a leading role in
delivering online & offline communications for this campaign supporting national partnerships & securing the support &
resources needed to achieve our ambitious targets. BUT You’ll need extensive knowledge of online & offline
communications, tools & techniques & experience of developing targeted communications campaigns that drive engagement.
We want this to be the start of a new way of working & at the cutting edge of youth participation & neighbourhood action.
ASK www.groundwork.org.uk Eileen Henderson eileen.henderson@groundwork.org.uk
REF
BE4
2844-WWW-21/10
23/10/06 5pm IV 7 + 8/11/16
JOB
LOC
PARKS & LEISURE RANGER
STOKE PARK NURSERY, GUILDFORD
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PAY
19118 – 20653
FOR
GUILDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL
DES
Varied shift pattern incl mornings, evenings, weekend & bank holidays.; 40hpw Apr-Sept, 34hpw Oct-Mar. Duties will
include patrolling the parks, assisting the public with enquiries, managing sports facilities, removing & reporting potential
hazards, challenging misuse & anti-social behaviour & ensuring parks remain clean & safe. Some education duties in rel to
dog fouling & littering offences. Responsible for basic maintenance of vehicles, machinery, equipment & tolls; reporting any
defects & completing necessary documentation. Responsible for enhancing community access to a number of parks & spaces
with designated area. Highly visible post proactively engage with public, event organisers, community groups & sports teams.
BUT Excellent verbal communication skills able to interact with public in tactful & diplomatic manner. Flexible & reliable with
ability to organise & prioritise workload. Work to deadlines ensuring admin tasks competed in timely, efficient & accurate
manner. Driving licence. ASK Ref: 06.018. Chat: Senior Parks & Leisure Ranger fin.wakefield@guildford.gov.uk Apply
www.guildford.gov.uk or sally.nielsen@guildford.gov.uk
REF
2802-GROUNDWORK-21/10
JOB
YOUNG GREEN LEADERS – PROGRAMME COORDINATOR
BE4
21/10/16 12 noon IV 31/10/16
LOC
BIRMINGHAM
PAY
c. 30000
FOR
GROUNDWORK
DES
Groundwork UK is driving forward a national campaign aimed at inspiring & equipping young people to get more
involved in environmental volunteering & decision-making & helping local environmental groups to become more 'young
people friendly'. Develop & lead this camping, working with colleagues across Groundwork, building national partnerships &
securing the support & resources needed to achieve our ambitious targets. BUT Grounding in practical youth or community
work & fired up by potential to use campaigns & social media to reach out & engage. We want this to be the start of a new
way of working for our organisation & at the cutting edge of youth participation & neighbourhood action. We need someone
who can take the brief & run with it. ASK www.groundwork.org.uk Eileen Henderson eileen.henderson@groundwork.org.uk
REF
2538-WWW-28/10
JOB
TYF ADVENTURE GUIDES
BE4
30/10/16
LOC
ST DAVID’S PEMBROKESHIRE COAST NATIONAL PARK
PAY
13000 – 15000 pro rata
FOR
TYF ADVENTURE
DES
TYF’s mission is to give our customers, clients & audience the learning, skills & resources that inspire them for a
lifetime of adventure & a lasting love affair with nature. We are looking to increase our freelance database & we can offer you
work from a half day through to a week at a time. BUT Ideally candidates will be experienced & qualified in the outdoors
with experience of working with a wide range of groups & needs. We are keen to hear from individuals with the diverse
backgrounds & passion needed to make awesome things happen. ASK www.tyf.com/join-us
REF
1482-WTS-30/12
JOB
WILDLIFE SUPPORTER OFFICER
BE4
31/12/16
LOC
YORKSHIRE
PAY
15450 pro rata
FOR
YORKSHIRE WILDLIFE TRUST
DES
We have part time, flexible roles available across Yorkshire, & joining our tam will enable you to fit your work around
your lifestyle. Whether recruiting at one of our beautiful nature reserves or from events both indoors & out, fairs, fetes &
farmers markets, you will engage with potential new long-term supporters primarily through a soft face to face approach. You
will be responsible for booking your own events, venues & sites as well as supporting the team at high profile events like the
Great Yorkshire Show. You will have our full support, training, opportunities for development, pension, good holiday
entitlement & generous commission. BUT Background in sales of fundraising desirable, but the ability to work alone with
enthusiasm, positivity & a drive to exceed targets is essential. Genuine love of the natural world & of talking to the public
about our vital work. ASK www.wildlifetrusts.org/jobs
REF
998-WWW-28/10
JOB
NEIGHBOURHOOD MEMBERSHIP PROMOTER
BE4
31/10/16
LOC
HOME BASED, NORTH WALES
PAY
£8 - £16 an hour
FOR
FMR SOLUTIONS
DES
Part time, evenings / weekends, approx. 16 hours per week, flexible. Seasonal, typically March – October. FMR
Solutions is a specialist wildlife charity membership recruitment agency, & you will be working on behalf of the North Wales
Wildlife Trust. Following a tried & tested ‘soft approach’ formula, the post involves walking around targeted streets asking
residents a simple yes / no question about their interests in wildlife, & leaving information booklets about the Wildlife Trust with
interested people. No selling involved. Full training provided. BUT Good all-round communication skills socially confident in
a wide variety of situations, & good at organising your time & motivating yourself. Genuine interest in wildlife conservation, but
expert knowledge is not required. Must enjoy walking 1-2 miles a day. Must have own transport (bike OK in larger towns).
ASK www.northwaleswildlifetrust.org.uk/jobs
CJS Jobs Digest - apprenticeships, interns & voluntary, (a review of adverts from other sources):
REF
V2902-WTS-28/10
JOB
COMMUNICATIONS VOLUNTEER
BE4
28/10/16
LOC
BIRMINGHAM
PAY
0
FOR
THE WILDLIFE TRUST FOR BIRMINGHAM & THE BLACK COUNTRY
DES
Great opportunity to develop your communications skills & learn more about the work of the Trust. You will be
supported by our staff, but will have many opportunities to gain practical experience of working on our website, social media &
marketing channels. We would like someone who is able to commit to volunteering at least one day per week, but the timing
could be to suit you. BUT Imaginative, independent & genuinely passionate about connecting people to nature.
ASK www.wildlifetrusts.org/jobs
REF
V2903-WTS-28/10
JOB
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT & EDUCATION VOLUNTEER
BE4
28/10/16
LOC
BIRMINGHAM
PAY
0
FOR
THE WILDLIFE TRUST FOR BIRMINGHAM & THE BLACK COUNTRY
DES Great opportunity to develop your communication & delivery skills whilst leaning more about the work of the Trust. You
will be supported by staff & have plenty of opportunity to assist with delivery of events & outreach sessions to the local
community. We would like someone who is able to commit to at least one day a week, but due to the nature of this work this
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may be split between some office work, evening & weekend events. So this can be a flexible position! BUT Imaginative,
engaging & fun, & genuinely passionate about connecting people to nature. ASK www.wildlifetrusts.org/jobs
REF
T2904-GOV.UK-27/1
JOB
KEW DIPLOMA – COURSE 55
BE4
31/1/17
LOC
RICHMOND UPON THAMES, SURREY
PAY
13530 + annual book allowance
FOR
ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS KEW
DES / BUT 3 years. The Kew Diploma is the foremost botanic garden training programme in the world, for those graduating
with a Kew Dip. it becomes a ‘passport to worldwide horticulture’. The Kew diploma is a combination of practical work &
academic studies. There is also an opportunity to travel on a field trip to Eastern Andalucía in Spain.
ASK https://www.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk
REF
T2905-WWW-28/10
JOB
OUTDOOR ACTIVITY APPRENTICE INSTRUCTOR
BE4
30/10/16
LOC
EXETER
PAY
6559
FOR
HAVENS BANK OUTDOOR EDUCATION CENTRE
DES
Starting 6/2/17 for 12 months. You will receive the very best practical & work based training & be given the
opportunity to gain essential experience to achieve a variety of NGB skills, coaching & leadership qualifications as well as an
NVQ level 2 activity leadership / outdoor pathway – the perfect preparation to start your career in the outdoor industry.
BUT Experience of outdoor adventurous activities beneficial but not essential. Ideally maths & English GCSE at grades A-D;
passionate, enthusiastic & highly motivated with the energy & drive to succeed in all areas of practical & educational, &
training. Unfortunately, we are unable to accept applications from those who have already completed an apprenticeship in the
same sector or hold a higher education qualification. ASK www.haven-banks.co.uk/index.php/qualifications/apprenticeships
REF
VR2906-WWW-21/10
JOB
OCCASIONAL FOREST SCHOOLS VOLUNTEER
BE4
N/A
LOC
COLCHESTER
PAY
Training
FOR
ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST
DES
Could you help children learn about nature in the school holiday? We have n opportunity for an occasional forest
schools helper to support our education team. Forest School is based on a child led approach enabling them to learn a range
of skills in a woodland setting. Activities include mini-beast hunting, pond dipping, building willow structures & dens,
developing wildlife areas, planting orchards, using tools for crafting from wood, cooking over a fire, art work & much more.
You will be given training on the Forest School approach & how to support the leader & the group. BUT Subject to a DBS
check. ASK http://www.essexwt.org.uk/volunteer-opportunities
REF
V2907-WWW-31/10
JOB
WINTER PRACTICAL VOLUNTEER
BE4
?
LOC
NORFOLK BROADS
PAY
0
FOR
BROADS AUTHORITY
DES / BUT Each autumn we undertake a substantial amount of habitat management between September & the end of
December. We have a core band of dedicated volunteers who help us all year round with a range of activities. Alongside our
need for people to contribute their time long term, we are asking for individuals who want to commit 3-4 months at a time or a
3 or 4 week block to sign up to be a winter practical volunteer. We need help Mon-Thurs. It is hoped that you are able to help
at least once a week sept to end Dec. Alternatively we are happy to accept volunteers who can help for blocks of time e.g. all
week for 3 weeks at some point Sept to end Dec. ASK http://c-js.co.uk/2dzJy6X
REF
V2908-WWW-28/10
JOB
CONSERVATION SPECIAL INTEREST GROUP COMMITTEE MEMBERS
BE4
31/10/16
LOC
LONDON
PAY
0
FOR
BRITISH ECOLOGICAL SOCIETY
DES / BUT Fancy joining the Conservation SIG Committee? We have a number of positions available & are looking for you
to get involved! The positions are: event co-ordinator to help identify & organise collaborative meetings & workshops that
highlight emerging challenges &/or conceptual & methodological advances rel to conservation; a policy link rep, to help
facilitate the production of syntheses rel to conservation & policy, whilst supporting the BES journals to communicate practical
messages to the widest audiences; an early career rep & a student rep, to encourage & support young researchers as a
growing network of people interested in conservation science. ASK http://c-js.co.uk/2dYNfWI
REF
T2909-WWW-28/10
JOB
PHD OPPORTUNITY
BE4
31/10/16
LOC
CEH WALLINGFORD, OXFORD
PAY
Full studentship (fees & stipend) to UK residents
FOR
CENTRE FOR ECOLOGY & HYDROLOGY
DES
The project is ‘mapping impacts of Phytophthora plant pathogens on juniper’. Training will be given in pathogen
diagnosis & field work. BUT 2.1 degree or higher in an Honours degree from a UK university or equivalent standard from an
EU or Overseas University. Must be fluent in English. Strong, demonstrable interest in disease ecology & / or modelling of
biological systems. ASK www.ceh.ac.uk/studentships
REF
VR2850-WTS-28/10
JOB
VOLUNTEER ASSISTANT WARDEN TIPTREE HEATH
BE4
N/A
LOC
ESSEX
PAY
0
FOR
ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST
DES
To check on local nature reserves, effectively being the Trust’s eyes & ears on the ground for a particular reserve.
Frequency: weekly. BUT Willingness to be outside, a keen eye for spotting change & potential problems; self-motivated.
Must have an adequate level of fitness to participate, this may include walking on uneven ground. Will require own transport
to the site. May require lone working, volunteers must be comfortable with lone working & be aware of the Trust’s lone
working procedures. ASK http://www.wildlifetrusts.org/volunteer-opportunities
REF
BE4
PAY
V2851-GROUNDWORK-28/10
?
0
JOB
LOC
FOR
ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT PLACEMENT
WEST BOLDON LODGE, SOUTH TYNESIDE
GROUNDWORK
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DES / BUT An Environmental Education Centre where schools visit for a day to gain hands on experience discovering
minibeasts, investigating lifecycles, learning about plants & more. Also run Forest School, a longer-term programme where
children gain an appreciation for nature through fun exploratory activities. This helps them to gain confidence, communication
skills, social skills & more. The team also run family fun day’s incl activities such as bushcraft, crafts, survival skills, storytelling, & seasonal themed days. Start by observing & assisting with the general running of some of the activities mentioned
above. Over time with support & mentoring you may take on more responsibilities such as leading short activities. You can
also take more behind the scenes responsibility such as planning & preparing for sessions. ASK Info:
www.westboldonlodge.co.uk Tom Mower 0191 5364873 tom.mower@groundwork.org.uk Apply: www.groundwork.org.uk
REF
VR2852-WTS-28/10
JOB
PRACTICAL CONSERVATION VOLUNTEER (MONKWOOD)
BE4
N/A
LOC
MONKWOOD, GRIMLEY
PAY
0
FOR
WORCESTERSHIRE WILDLIFE TRUST
DES
One morning once a month. Our volunteer team is looking for more people to help manage this wonderful woodland
not far from Worcester. Our practical conservation volunteers are an essential part of the team working on nature reserves
across the county. Volunteers help with practical conservation management to maintain the sites special features for now &
for the future. BUT Interest in & enthusiasm for nature & wildlife conservation; willing to work outside in all weathers; ability
to work alone & as part of a team; basic use of hand tools - training will be given; willingness to be involved in a number of
tasks as directed. Suitable for everyone with a basic level of fitness. ASK http://c-js.co.uk/2cG63sW
REF
V2813-WTS-30/12
JOB
RESERVE INTERNSHIP
BE4
1/1/17
LOC
KNETTISHALL HEATH & REDGRAVE & LOPHAM FEN
PAY
0
FOR
SUFFOLK WILDLIFE TRUST
DES
6 month programme in conservation & education. 3+ days per week, ideally Thursday. Mimicking the role of the
ranger, work alongside the reserve & education team assisting in practical management of nature reserves & heath education
programme. Benefit from a tailor made programme focussing on personal & career development. Get: experience organising
& leading groups across all age ranges from nursery to A-level & adult guided walks; first-hand experience in reserve
management; learning new practical skills/machinery experience; surveying/ monitoring skills; leadership & team work skills.
Training available in range of skills. BUT Positive, helpful, friendly approach. ASK www.wildlifetrusts.org/jobs
REF
T1911-WWW-25/11
JOB
OUTDOOR INSTRUCTOR TRAINEE SCHEME
BE4
30/11/16
LOC
TUNBRIDGE WELLS
PAY
6864 + free food & accommodation FOR
BOWLES
DES
Application for the 2017-18 trainee scheme beginning in February is now open. Bowles is a residential centre with
first class facilities providing young people with fun & valuable experiences that leave a lasting effect on their lives. Spend up
to 18 months learning from our experienced team, gaining all the right tools to become a valued outdoor instructor. Gain
nationally recognised qualifications & make a genuine contribution to a great charity. BUT 18 – 24 years of age.
ASK www.bowles.ac/about-bowles/jobs-at-bowles/trainees
Voluntary Opportunities, Part One: full or part time placements
REF
2910-VOL-OK4
JOB
INSTRUCTOR TRAINING GAP YEAR OPPORTUNITIES
BE4
N/A
LOC
STAFFORDSHIRE, SHROPSHIRE & NORTHAMPTONSHIRE
PAY
£200 per month spending money, training, accommodation & food
FOR
ACUK
DES
Free 12 month training scheme. The Firm Foundations Instructor Training Scheme is run at our 3 ACUK centres:
Whitemoor Lakes is our watersports centre in Staffordshire; Pioneer Centre is our outdoor centre set near the Wye Forest in
Shropshire; Benham Sports Arena is a busy indoor sports centre in Northamptonshire. We offer various qualifications across
the 3 centres. You can earn nationally recognised qualifications from the British Canoe Union, British Fencing Association &
many more awards ranging from watersports to climbing, archery to first aid. On top of this you will also receive centrend
specific training. 2 year option available for full salaried position & extra training. ACUK is the wholly owned operating
company of registered charity Northamptonshire Association of Youth Clubs (NAYC). Operating upon a foundation of
Christian principles & offering service regardless of race, religion or creed, NAYC has over 50 years’ experience in providing
people with opportunities. BUT Open to 18-24 year olds across the UK. ASK www.acuk.net/firm-foundations
REF
2911-VOL-27/10
JOB
COUNTY MAPPED FLORA DIGITISATION PROJECT VOLUNTEER
BE4
31/10/16
LOC
WARWICK
PAY
Up to £5 per day travelling expenses
FOR
WARWICKSHIRE BIOLOGICAL RECORDS CENTRE
DES
WBRC is the most comprehensive data bank of species & habitat records in Warwickshire, Coventry & Solihull. Data
entry is ongoing by staff & volunteers to transfer paper & electronical records into Recorder (biological recording software).
This is a 2 year project & digitisation of all files is expected to be completed in August 2018. Volunteering time is flexible over
an arranged period of weeks, full or part time. This is a great opportunity to become familiar with biological recording &
mapping software (Recorder 6 & MapInfo), botanical nomenclature & identification. Additional training & learning opportunities
may be available depending on your interests & time you can spend volunteering. You will be able to develop your own
interests & knowledge whilst contributing to our understanding of Warwickshire’s wildlife. BUT Interest in botany & nature
conservation; familiarity with biological recording & botanic scientific names advantageous but not essential; willingness to
interpret handwritten notes & to use & develop IT skills; degree in botany or ecology advantageous but not essential. Some
standing work involved (scanning files). ASK Agni-Louiza Arampoglou, Warwickshire Biological Records Centre,
Warwickshire County Council, 01926 418028 wbrc@warwickshire.gov.uk
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2912-VOL-18/11
JOB
AVICULTURE VOLUNTEER
BE4
19/11/16
LOC
WWT SLIMBRIDGE, GLOUCESTERSHIRE
PAY
Induction, training & uniform provided*
FOR
WILDFOWL & WETLANDS TRUST (WWT)
DES
3 – 5 days per week for a min of 6 weeks starting asap. Days start 8am & finish 4.30pm. To assist the aviculture
team in all aspects of caring for the birds in our collection. Tasks will include assisting with the feeding of the birds, cleaning &
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maintenance of pens & breeding facilities & supporting catches & the ringing of birds. *Accommodation for full-time volunteers
subject to availability. BUT Team player with ability to work under own initiative; experience in bird keeping & practical
habitat management; understanding of bird welfare; ability to work independently & as part of a team; good communication
skills; tractor, lawn mower & strimmer qualifications desirable; full UK driving licence. ASK www.wwt.org.uk/volunteer
REF
2913-VOL-21/10
JOB
VOLUNTEER OFFICERS
BE4
24/10/16 (10am) IV 31/10/16
LOC
SKELTON GRANGE ENVIRONMENT CENTRE, LEEDS
PAY
Reasonable local travel expenses FOR
THE CONSERVATION VOLUNTEERS
DES
If you: care about the world around you & want to do something to make a difference; want to share your passion for
the environment with the next generation; want to work in the environmental sector, but lack the experience to land your first
job; then this position could be just the thing! You could spend your time learning to teach children about the world around
them & trying your hand at a variety of practical conservation skills. You will gain excellent work experience that will be valued
by employers, develop a range of transferable skills, take part in a comprehensive training programme, & best of all join a
friendly & supportive staff & volunteer team in a green oasis hidden away in South Leeds. Ideally we are looking for
volunteers who can commit to 3 or 4 days per week (Tues to Fri) for 6 months or more. However, please get in touch if you
need more flexibility than this. BUT You don’t need experience, just enthusiasm & the desire to work with children. DBS
checked. ASK Please download an application form from our website, www.tcv.org.uk/skeltongrange/volunteering/regularvolunteering
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2856-VOL-21/10
JOB
LEARNING & COMMUNITY ASSISTANT
BE4
21/10/16
LOC
WICKEN FEN NATURE RESERVE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PAY
N/A
FOR
NATIONAL TRUST
DES
Work within the learning & community department & assist in all aspects of the work. Will incl: taking a major role in
running education programme for school & further / higher education visits. Education groups are important link with local
community & you will help make sure their visits are enjoyable & memorable. Be involved in events run by the department
enhancing the daily offer for families at Wicken Fen. Take on responsibilities involving the booking of school group visits,
management of volunteer timetables & planning & preparation of events. In time manage learning volunteers during school
visits & events. BUT Good knowledge of natural history & be prepared to develop this further through research & learning
from staff & other vols. happy outside in all weathers & able to pass on your love of the outdoors & nature to visiting children.
ASK Info: Jenny Kershaw 01353 720274, jenny.kershaw@nationaltrust.org.uk Role profile & apply: http://bit.ly/2cxDais
REF
2859-VOL-21/10
JOB
TRAINEE RANGER
BE4
24/10/16
LOC
OCCOMBE FARM, PAIGNTON
PAY
Training budget & free basic accom on site FOR
TORBAY COAST & COUNTRYSIDE TRUST
DES / BUT 9 months, ideally around 30 hours per week. This is a fantastic opportunity to enhance your practical skills as
well as species specific habitat management on a wide variety of sites & habitats, including SSSI calcareous grassland sites,
LNR woodlands, & the stunning south west coast path. The main focus will be on assisting the Trust’s rangers to deliver the
practical countryside management & conservation programme; some of the key work areas include: scrub management,
fencing, woodland management as well as PROW maintenance. Also help to engage with the local community through
volunteer groups & local resident joint working partnerships. We provide certified training in the use of rel hand held
machinery such as chainsaw etc. ASK http://c-js.co.uk/1vV4jzj james.law@countryside-trust.org.uk
REF
2861-VOL-21/10
JOB
CONSERVATION FARM & GRAZING VOLUNTARY TRAINEE
BE4
24/10/16 IV 7/11/16
LOC
APPLETON MILL FARM, NORTH YORKSHIRE
PAY
Training & travel expenses
FOR
YORKSHIRE WILDLIFE TRUST
DES
12 months, 3-5 days a week. To help primarily at 2 of our conservation farms in North Yorkshire. Appleton Mill Farm
is an established 230 acre beef & arable farm with 100 acres of woodland that holds many ancient woodland indicator flora
such as bluebells, wild primrose & wood sorrel. Low Carr Farm is a 100 acre grassland farm where most of the lambing takes
place for our Hebridean sheep. You will gain skills & experience in all aspects of farm conservation & management &
conservation grazing techniques. This is an exciting & varied role which promises to give you a great mix of skills! Competitive
training budget & reasonable out of pocket travel expenses. BUT Committed & enthusiastic with a strong desire to get
involved in farm conservation & with people & animals; willing to be outdoors in all weathers, including some evenings &
weekends; ability to be part of a team & with a wide range of individuals & groups; reasonable level of fitness.
ASK www.ywt.org.uk/voluntary-trainee-vacancies volunteering@ywt.org.uk
REF
2815-VOL-21/10
JOB
RSPB VOLUNTEER WARDEN
BE4
21/10/16
LOC
EXE ESTUARY
PAY
Accom / relevant training
FOR
RSPB
DES
6 months placement. This role will give the opportunity to work on a suite of sites & habitats incl the Exe Estuary,
Labrador Bay & North Devon reserves all based in the stunning Devon countryside. Play a key role delivering the
management which keeps the reserves as a top home for nature. This opportunity will offer both practical experience as well
as bespoke training to ensure that individuals are in the best position to take up full time employment within the conservation
industry. Incl practical habitat management, survey work, project management, leadership skills & more. If you are looking
for a career in conservation this is a fantastic place to start & be supported. BUT Enthusiastic & positive with the aptitude to
work as part of a team & a keen interest in wildlife & conservation. Ability to work outside in all weathers, work can sometimes
be physically demanding. Age 18+. Driving licence preferable. ASK CV to aaron.boughtflower@rspb.org.uk or call 07872
814863
REF
BE4
2816-VOL-21/10
24/10/06
JOB
LOC
ACCESS CONSERVATION PROGRAMME
WARRINGTON, CHESHIRE
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PAY
Travel expenses + training
FOR
CHESHIRE WILDLIFE TRUST
DES
The programme offers a chance for 16-25 year olds to gain work experience in the conservation sector. The
programme runs for 6 weeks, 2 days a week (Mon & Tues) offering the chance to gain skills & add something to your CV.
Minibus pick up is provided & you gain Cheshire Wildlife Trust accreditation & a host of skills & employability training.
BUT Suitable for anyone looking for a step into conservation or other practical work. No quals or experience necessary.
ASK Beth Alvey balvey@cheshirewt.org.uk 07793 249564
REF
2818-VOL-21/10
JOB
VOLUNTEER ASSISTANT CONSERVATION OFFICER – GIS MAPPING
BE4
N/A
LOC
NORWICH
PAY
0
FOR
NORFOLK WILDLIFE TRUST
DES
Using GIS mapping software you will be assisting the conservation team by updating map records for County Wildlife
Sites using various sources, including volunteer surveys, Google Earth, and site visits in the Spring. 1 day a week Mon-Fri.
BUT An excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or student to gain practical work experience within our busy conservation
team. Some experience of GIS mapping is essential. ASK www.norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk/supportus/volunteering/vacancies
REF
2760-VOL-27/1
JOB
TCV LEICESTER VOLUNTEER OFFICER
BE4
31/1/17
LOC
LEICESTER
PAY
Travel expenses, training*
FOR
DES
Working with TCV is a unique opportunity to gain a wide range of different skills. You will gain hands on experience
in practical environmental skills & work closely with volunteers & members of staff to achieve tangible benefits to local
communities. You will have the opportunity to learn how to engage with hard to reach communities & make a real difference
to their local green spaces. You will gain real experience of working with all types of people in the environment & the
opportunity to achieve tangible change for people & places. 2 days a week for a minimum of 6 months. *Training in practical
environmental skills, volunteer management & community development. BUT No specific qualifications required, the most
important attributes are an enthusiasm for the environment & helping people to engage with it. Qualifications in the
environment or a working knowledge of environmental good practice an advantage but not essential. 21+ with a clean driving
licence for over 2 years an advantage but not essential. ASK Clive Forty, TCV Leicester, 0116 2710178 c.forty@tcv.org.uk
REF
2761-VOL-27/1
JOB
TCV NATIONAL FOREST VOLUNTEER OFFICER
BE4
31/1/17
LOC
MOIRA, THE NATIONAL FOREST
PAY
Travel expenses, training*
FOR
DES
2+ days a week for a minimum of 6 months. Working with TCV is a unique opportunity to gain a wide range of
different skills. You will gain hands one in practical environmental skills & work closely with volunteers & members of staff to
achieve tangible change for people & places. Training in practical environmental skills, volunteer management & community
development. BUT No specific qualifications required, the most important attributes are an enthusiasm for the environment
& helping people to engage with it. Qualifications in the environment or a working knowledge of environmental good practice
an advantage but not essential. 21+ with a clean driving licence for over 2 years an advantage but not essential. ASK Kay
Thompson, TCV National Forest, 01283 223327 kay.thompson@tcv.org.uk
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2549-VOL-OK12
JOB
VISITOR WELCOME ASSISTANT
BE4
Ongoing until rota full
LOC
RSPB LANGFORD LOWFIELDS, NR NEWARK, NOTTS
PAY
Travel expense to 25 miles
FOR
RSPB
DES
Ideally one half day or full day (10-4) per week but negotiable. We want people to be met with a smile. Based at our
beach hut with stunning views you will provide a warm welcome & friendly conversation to visitors. The beach hut is equipped
with membership recruitment materials, pond dipping hire equipment & children's activity packs to loan providing plenty of
resources to engage with visitors. Also chance for birding as we encourage visitors to walk around the reserve.
BUT Confidence to strike up conversation with strangers, desire to help & infectious enthusiasm for nature. You don't have
to be an expert in conservation but natural history knowledge would be helpful. Willingness to learn. Experience in customer
care advantageous. Most importantly you'll need a ready smile & we expect you to be professional, tactful & diplomatic.
ASK RSPB Langford office, 01636 893611 anna.heathcote@rspb.org or langford.beckingham@rspb.org.uk
REF
2550-VOL-OK3
JOB
WWT CASTLE ESPIE FACILITIES VOLUNTEER
BE4
N/A
LOC
CASTLE ESPIE WETLANDS CENTRE, CO DOWN, N IRELAND
PAY
Training & discount in shop
FOR
THE WILDFOWL & WETLANDS TRUST
DES
As part of our Facilities team you will be helping keep the centre & its grounds in excellent condition so that we can
continue to showcase our centre & our work to visitors & members. 1 to 2 days per week assisting with the day to day
maintenance & repairs of the busy centre to include: joinery, carpentry & general DIY; minor repairs to buildings; repairs to
external fencing, pathways & outside furniture; painting & decorating; minor plumbing; lifting & moving materials for events;
assisting with new building & refurbishment projects; assisting with H&S monitoring We regret we are not in a position to
reimburse travel costs. BUT We are seeking people with a wide range of skills & abilities who have practical experience for
the required tasks. Can see a task through from inception to completion, work unsupervised & under own initiative. Good
team player; excellent customer service skills & wiling to engage with members of the public from time to time. Able to get to &
from the centre. ASK www.wwt.org.uk/support/volunteer-with-wwt Amy Hannan, Volunteering Development Officer,
amy.hannan@wwt.org.uk 01704 891224.
REF
2414-VOL-28/10
JOB
KENT COUNTRYSIDE ACCESS FORUM SUPPORT VOLUNTEER
BE4
30/10/16
LOC
INVICTA HOUSE, MAIDSTONE, KENT
PAY
Training & expenses
FOR
KENT COUNTY COUNCIL
DES
To provide administrative & technical support to the Kent Countryside Access Forum (KCAF), assisting in managing
its activity as a statutory consultative body for countryside access matters. Ideal opportunity for a volunteer with an interest in
countryside access, or wishing to pursue a career in countryside access & pubic rights of way management, to gain insight &
experience in this area of work. Assist in the recruitment of members to the KCAF; manage a diverse workload including the
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distribution of, & co-ordination of responses to, consultations; assist the Chair to compile & produce an annual report of the
Forum’s activities; maintain effective communication & co-ordination of activity with other Local Access Forums & Natural
England; provide support to meetings including drawing together & circulating the agenda for meetings, in liaison with the
Chair. 1 day per week during Monday to Friday. BUT Experience of dealing with customers & adjusting delivery in line with
their needs; the skills & abilities to enable & guide volunteers; excellent written & verbal communication skills; ability to
communicate effectively with people from all walks of life & levels of authority; the skills & ability to write reports; able to use
MS Word & Excel programmes; an interest in or knowledge of countryside access matters & legislation. ASK Please email
graham.rusling@kent.gov.uk to register your interest.
REF
2281-VOL-16/12
JOB
BEES FARM ASSISTANT
BE4
20/12/16
LOC
BEES TRAINING CENTRE, DEVON
PAY
PPE available
FOR
BEES & KULA CULTURE CIC
DES
Working with the BEES staff team & students of business animal care & agriculture to play an active role in the farms
growing projects. The farms includes an innovative aquaponics growing system, animals grown for food & education & fruit &
veg growing areas. Produce from these activities & others will be sold in the site shop. Successful applicants will be trained to
assist in growing produce, maintaining the site infrastructure & helping establish a flourishing local shop facility. Every other
Wednesday 9.30 – 4. BUT Enthusiasm for the outdoors in all weathers, a good level of fitness, keenness to learn & the
ability to work well in a team. Ideally you will also have: knowledge of tools use & good practical skills; experience growing
fruit & veg or caring for animals; some experience of working with young people. ASK CV and email to mail@earthjump.org,
visit www.beesuk.org or Chat: Bex House 07983693798.
REF
2229-VOL-OK2
LOC
SINGLETON ENVIRONMENT CENTRE
BE4
N/A
FOR
The centre is built within a sustainable vision, powered by an array of renewable energy resources. It holds a wide range of
activities, action groups & projects that cater for all audiences. Activities range from cultivating our onsite allotment, hosting
educational pond dipping for children, out of site conservation efforts to a myriad of training & casual course opportunities.
JOB
DES / BUT
Volunteer Communications Officer
Key member of the team in supporting our advertising, marketing & promotional
activities & helping to support & build local relationships. Use of MS Office, social media, writing press releases, creating
posters & leaflets, communicating with community groups & professionals, creating & / or amending websites, Photoshop.
Travel may be required. Must be capable of working unsupervised, communicating effectively both online & in person,
bringing new ideas to the table & representing TCV at open days. Support on site events by taking photos & talking to visitors
/ participants to get good quality quotes to use in press work.
Volunteer Practical Action Officer
To be a key member of the team supporting practical action on the ground;
associated admin, marketing, publicity & growing the business. It may also involve: supporting & running conservation tasks
such as coppicing, tree planting & gardening; working in partnerships as well as supporting community groups; this role best
suits someone who is keen to develop their practical skills & knowledge.
Volunteer Business Support Officer
To support the running of the office: administration, ordering, banking, taking
bookings & processing client feedback forms. You will be a key member of the team. It may also involve: welcoming our
visitors & providing assistance when required; supporting & running activities such as ‘Bugging About’ on occasions; publicity
& marketing including press releases, social media & articles for local news outlets, parish websites & other sources;
supporting training workshops & administration. This role best suits someone who is looking to increase their office
administration skills.
Volunteer Green Gym Officer
The Green Gym Officer will be a key member of the team supporting with the
running of the group activity, admin, co-ordination, taking feedback & securing local tasks. It may also involve: supporting &
running conservation action groups; working with local community groups; publicity & marketing; recruiting & developing
volunteers; working with vulnerable adults. You need a reasonable level of fitness & knowledge of the human anatomy (i.e.
stretches). This role best suits someone who is looking for practical experience working with a wide range of adults.
Volunteer Education Officer
Running outdoor education & play activities with schools & community groups.
We are looking for passionate & enthusiastic individuals to help plan, deliver & support formal & informal education session. It
may also involve: delivery of outdoor education sessions in & around Kent; planning outdoor activities & curriculum based
lessons for future sessions; research new ideas & delivery techniques; development & enhancement of the centre grounds to
create a more suitable learning environment; first aid training & risk assessment training courses; arts & crafts activities;
supporting the weekly parents & toddlers group. All posts: many people who work in the environment sector have used a
Volunteer Officer role as a stepping stone in their careers. ASK Dan Butler, d.butler@tcv.org.uk 07739 447940.
REF
1914-VOL-OK12
JOB
RESIDENTIAL VOLUNTEER
BE4
N/A
LOC
MAGDALEN FARM, WINSHAM, CHARD, SOMERSET
PAY
Accom. incl meals & training
FOR
MAGDALEN ENVIRONMENTAL TRUST
DES
A 132 acre organic educational & therapeutic centre that welcomes c 4,000 visitors of all ages & abilities in a
residential & day visit capacity. For the last 25 years we have engaged with & educated visitors using nature & the farming
environment as our resource; it is fun, inspirational & innovative. Most of the help required is horticultural. There is also animal
care which involves feeding up & putting our lovely hens, ducks & 1 goose to bed! We always have the need for help with
conservation & construction such as building wooden bridges. Time: 3 weeks to 2 months. We teach volunteers basic animal
care, seasonal horticultural skills & organic vegetable growing. Join different lessons on the farm, such as hands on farming,
survival in the wild & river dipping, in order to get an overview of the outdoor education programme. BUT Experience not
essential as we can teach you. As we are in a rural setting & not a community you will need to be fairly self-sufficient & being
sociable is really important too. Self-motivated, enthusiastic, committed & willing to get involved.
ASK rebecca@magdalenfarm.org.uk to request a volunteer application form & pack.
REF
BE4
PAY
1890-VOL-OK1
JOB
Ongoing
LOC
Accommodation & in house training FOR
VOLUNTEER RANGER x 3
Murlough National Nature Reserve, Dundrum, Northern Ireland
NATIONAL TRUST
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DES
To assist with the practical habitat management & monitoring of flora & fauna on the NT’s South Down properties in
N Ireland on the coastal property of Murlough NNR. An opportunity to gain experience in environmental conservation
undertaking a wide variation of tasks involved in managing a National Nature Reserve. BUT No practical experience
required but must have an interest in nature conservation & able to work as part of a team. Volunteers should be enthusiastic,
reasonably fit & enjoy working outdoors. ASK Kim McMonagle, Castle Ward, Strangford, BT30 7LS 028 44881204
kim.mcmonagle@nationaltrust.org.uk
REF
1895-VOL-OK12
JOB
BE4
Ongoing
LOC
CASTLE WARD ESTATE, STRANGFORD, NORTHERN IRELAND
PAY
Accommodation & in house training FOR
NATIONAL TRUST
DES
Castle Ward Estate is an 830 acre walled demesne on the shores of Strangford Lough. Volunteer rangers will assist
with the practical & varied management tasks, ranging from wall & path repairs, removal of invasive species, historic parkland
management & restoration, maintenance & repairs, & the many other varied tasks associated with this vast property. 6 – 12
months. BUT No practical experience required but must have an interest in estate conservation & able to work as part of a
team. Enthusiastic, reasonably fit & enjoy working outdoors. ASK Kim McMonagle,
castleward.volunteering@nationaltrust.org.uk
REF
1897-VOL-OK11
JOB
WILD WEYMOUTH EXPERIENCE INTERNSHIP
BE4
N/A
LOC
WEYMOUTH, DORSET
PAY
Expenses & training courses
FOR
RSPB
DES / BUT 3-5 days a week, three, six, nine or twleve months. We’re looking for someone to be a friendly & welcoming face
for visitors who come to experience the incredible wildlife on our Weymouth reserves. You will be an integral part of the team,
& be trained up to help run our Discovery Centre as a Duty Manager, leading a team of volunteers, planning & running events
& getting to know the nature on the reserves really well! This role has the opportunity to be extremely flexible, offering you the
chance to pursue your own projects, & gain experience in a variety of areas including working with our practical & survey
team. This role will give you the confidence & training required to make that first step into a career in conservation. This is a
great chance to get experience running an RSPB Visitor Centre & gain vital skills needed for working in the conservation
sector & tourism / hospitality industries. There will be plenty of training opportunities & you will have the freedom to develop in
the areas that interest you. You will also get training on CV writing & interview techniques, access to our internal vacancies &
a reference on completion of your internship. ASK Lindsey Death, Wild Weymouth Discovery Centre, Swannery Car Park,
Weymouth, Dorset DT4 7TZ 01305 778313 lindsey.death@rspb.org.uk
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1738-VOL-9/12
JOB
ADMINISTRATOR ASSISTANT VOLUNTEER
BE4
9/12/16
LOC
HAMS HALL ENVIRONMENTAL CENTRE, COLESHILL, NORTH WARKS
PAY
Mileage up to 20 miles round trip
FOR
TAME VALLEY WETLANDS LANDSCAPE PARTNERSHIP SCHEME
DES
We need your help to publicise our events by uploading them to ‘What’s On’ guides, by putting up posters in the local
area, & by linking with our partners. You will help manage our webpage by maintaining the events calendar as well as social
media pages. We will also need you to keep our events database up to date by inputting event information & feedback
received after events. BUT Confident using computers, especially MS Excel, Word & Outlook. Use of MS Publisher
desirable but not necessary. Experience using social media & web management systems such as Wordpress is a plus, but
not necessary. Good organisational skills & an eye for detail. Good communicator, happy to pick up the phone or write emails
when needed. ASK enquiries@tamevalleywetlands.co.uk 01675 470917.
REF
1209-VOL-OK10
JOB
WALK LEADER OPPORTUNITIES
BE4
N/A
LOC
UK & OVERSEAS
PAY
Accommodation, travelling expenses & training
FOR
HF HOLIDAYS
DES
HF Holidays Ltd is a leading tour operator specialising in walking, cycling & leisure activities holidays all over the
world. We have 19 UK country houses & work with carefully chosen partner hotels in Europe & worldwide. We are a cooperative society & welcome over 50,000 guests on our holidays each year. We have opportunities for volunteer walk leaders
in 19 UK locations & more than 60 destinations overseas. Leaders work together in a team to make the holiday successful &
are resident for the duration of the holiday. They spend most of the time with our guests from greeting them on arrival to
sharing meals, guiding walks & saying goodbye at the end! We offer: full board accommodation; travelling expenses; ongoing
training opportunities; logbook experience; opportunity to improve leadership skills. If you’re an experienced, sociable walker
and would like to share your love of the countryside with small groups of walkers on holiday, why not apply to join the team?
For more information and an application form visit www.hfholidays/leaders or call Gillian Mininch, Walking Leader Recruitment
& Training Manager, 01768 890091.
REF
1019-VOL-OK12
JOB
HELP FIGHT CORRUPTION & WILDLIFE CRIME
BE4
N/A
LOC
SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
PAY
No volunteer fees, training provided FOR
VOLUNTEER 4 AFRICA
DES / BUT This project is looking for activists who want to be at the forefront of the fight against wildlife crime by tackling
corruption & the lack of justice within society. Participants will be given training & tools to pursue the activism path, initially in
wildlife related issues & later as they choose. Get involved in the fight against wildlife crime & corruption in 9 African countries.
There is no cost to participate but applicants are responsible for covering their own living expenses. Time: 2 months minimum.
ASK http://www.volunteer4africa.org or contact info@volunteer4africa.org
Voluntary Opportunities, Part Two: regular or occasional requirement
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2862-VOLR-2/12
JOB
EVENTS RESEARCHER & PROMOTER
BE4
Ongoing – until post filled
LOC
BIRMINGHAM CITY CENTRE
PAY
Training & travel expenses provided FOR
RSPB
DES
Engaging with the public at events is vital in promoting the RSPB’s work & gaining new support. Our Face-to-Face
team is doubling in size, meaning the number of venues & events required for our team to attend is increasing. The
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Membership Venues Team Leader is looking for somebody to help with our team’s crucial administration tasks, researching
new venues & promoting our exciting range of events to a large audience. Your work will help our team to confidently carry on
inspiring people about the fabulous work we do & gain support for us by signing up new members. Minimum commitment: one
day per week. This is a great opportunity for you to help us achieve our vision of a world richer in wildlife. You’ll be working in
a small office with a very friendly bunch of people & a constant supply of tea & biscuits! BUT Are you someone who would
get a happy buzz from volunteering in an office working for a conservation charity? Or perhaps you’d like to gain some new
skills? If you also have some knowledge of Word & Excel, can research information online, use social media & communication
skills, then you’re just the person we’re looking for. ASK Katy Malkin, 07769 685625 katy.malkin@rspb.org.uk
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2819-VOLR-OK3
JOB
VOLUNTEER TRUSTEE WITH RESPONSBILITY FOR FINANCE
BE4
?
LOC
NORTH YORKSHIRE
PAY
0
FOR
RENEWABLE HERITAGE TRUST
DES
In 2003 Howsham Mill was a ruin in the trees on an island in the River Derwent, near Malton. The vision was to
restore the building back to its Georgian Gothic glory with a new use as an env ed centre, generating hydro-electricity from
the waterwheel & the first Archimedes screw turbine installed in the UK. In 2009 Howsham Power Company was set up
selling back to the grid. Profits all go to the Trust to maintain Howsham Mill & to promote its use as an env ed centre. A part
time bookkeeper takes care of the day to day finance, as Trustee you would supervise the work of the bookkeeper & maintain
an overview of the finances for the Company & the Trust keeping all the Trustees abreast of any issues. There are currently 8
volunteer trustees whose strengths incl hydropower expertise, biodiversity knowledge, interest in history & a background in
education. An Education Officer is employed part time. Expected to attend the majority of monthly meetings & AGM. BUT A
background in finance. ASK Martin Phillips info@howshammill.org.uk
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2820-VOLR-OK3
JOB
EVENT VOLUNTEER – MID WALES
BE4
All year
LOC
MID WALES
PAY
0
FOR
RSPB - CYMRU
DES / BUT We are looking for enthusiastic, outgoing volunteers who will inspire the public to support the conservation work
that we do through public engagement at community events. This varied role involves attending events from local village fairs
to national shows. You will be working with RSPB staff members where you will be chatting to the public, assisting with the
set-up of the stand & running engaging activities for families. We have a fantastic partnership with Famous Grouse Whisky,
which allows us to fundraise through whisky tasting & selling raffles, with the prize being a whisky hamper. ASK Emily
Sinclair, emily.sinclair@rspb.org.uk 029 20 3532000.
REF
2821-VOLR-OK3
JOB
SCHOOLS ON RESERVES LEARNING ASSISTANT
BE4
Ongoing
LOC
RAINHAM MARSHES NATURE RESERVE
PAY
Travel expenses (up to 25 miles), training, uniform
FOR
RSPB
DES
2-3 days per month (flexible). As part of our aim to connect as many children to nature as possible, we need
volunteers with a passion for enthusing children about the natural world. We need you to help deliver our Schools on
Reserves education programme to visiting schools. Following a period of training & shadowing our Learning Officer, we’d ask
you to take the lead in delivering hands-on, exciting sessions to schoolchildren & their teachers on our nature reserve. Typical
activities include minibeast hunting, pond dipping & bird watching. You’re welcome to attend a ‘taster’ day to see if this
opportunity is for you (warning! It’s masses of fun & you’ll be hooked!). BUT Abundant enthusiasm & a natural ability to
communicate your passion for nature to children; a resourceful, flexible & creative approach to working with a wide variety of
ages & abilities; the confidence to lead a fun & active day’s education programme with a group of students & their teacher;
enjoy working outdoors, both in a team & on your own; experience of working with children is a distinct advantage. Successful
applicants will be subject to an Enhanced DBS & references taken up. ASK julie.foreman@rspb.org.uk for more details.
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JOB
SCARBOROUGH CONSERVATION VOLUNTEERS
BE4
N/A
LOC
THE BOROUGH OF SCARBOROUGH
PAY
Training
FOR
SCARBOROUGH CONSERVATION VOLUNTEERS
DES
We get together to carry out various tasks in the Scarborough area such as tree planting, coppicing, dry stone
walling, hedge planting, steps, walkways, litter picks, meadow planting, charcoal burning, ditch clearing. If you have task that
you would like done by the volunteers we do not charge but we do encourage contributions from land managers. As a guide
£5 per person per day & £10 fuel for each vehicle when we travel out of town. Not a huge amount but we all have costs & the
volunteers are worth it. We meet at Scarborough Railway station every Wednesday at 9.45 prompt!! To go on to our task
area. The age range is between 18-75 male & female. Have a day out in the country, do something worthwhile, have a laugh,
get wet, bitten & a sun tan then home for afternoon tea around 2.30 in the winter & 3.30 high summer, sometimes later. Time:
10 hours a week or more if you want. We offer general as well as certified training the latter being on offer to long term
volunteers. BUT Ability to work in a group or as an individual is important or we are happy to pair people up. ASK Ron
Baxter, baxterron56@hotmail.co.uk or 07884 968383.
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2615-VOLR-2/12
JOB
CONSERVATION VOLUNTEERS
BE4
30/11/16
LOC
EASTBROOKEND COUNTRY PARK
PAY
Training on various tools & equipment
FOR
LONDON BOROUGH OF BARKING & DAGENHAM
DES
Volunteers will be undertaking practical conservation work at various sites managed by the LBBD Ranger Service &
each session lasts 4 hours a day with a 30 minute tea break (lunch is not provided). The sites are: Barking Park, Valence
House, Eastbrookend Country Park, Eastbury Manor & Beam Parklands. Activities include: removal of invasive plant species,
litter picking, ornamental garden maintenance, hedge trimming, scrub clearance, weeding, species surveying, pond
restoration, & habitat creation & management. Volunteers have the opportunity to receive further training for first aid,
waterway clean up, horticultural machinery & more. Time: 10am-2pm. BUT No experience or qualifications needed but
must be willing to work both in a team & alongside the park ranger on various different sites.
ASK emma.roebuck@lbbd.gov.uk 0208 227 2332.
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2616-VOLR-28/10
JOB
RIVER RESTORATION VOLUNTEERS
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BE4
N/A
LOC
WILTSHIRE
PAY
Training
FOR
WILTSHIRE WILDLIFE TRUST
DES
Our water team has been restoring rivers across Wiltshire for more than 15 years. Working with volunteers & river
restoration professionals, we act to undo much of the damage that has been done to the country’s rivers through historic
management practices, returning the rivers to a state that benefits both people & wildlife. We are starting our river habitat
improvement work on a number of rivers & streams around Wiltshire & we need your help – now! We would never ask anyone
to do more than they feel capable of doing & full training will be provided. Examples of the kind of work we will be doing
include: fixing tree branches into river banks / beds; repairing eroded banks; planting trees; installing gravel riffles; tackling
invasive species. Volunteering with the water team provides a unique opportunity to conserve some of the rarest & most
threatened habitats in the UK & to: pick up new skills; meet new people; work in a team; keep fit! BUT No qualifications
required, just need to enjoy being outside, with a can do attitude. ASK water@wiltshirewildlife.org 01380 736066.
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2554-VOLR-OK12
JOB
SAVE OUR MAGNIFICENT MEADOWS VOLUNTEER
BE4
Ongoing
LOC
COTSWOLD AONB
PAY
Travel expenses & training
FOR
COTSWOLD CONSERVATION BOARD
DES
A chance to be part of the project, helping us to manage meadows across the AONB. Opportunity to learn skills in
grassland management e.g. scything & scrub clearance. Also possibility to attend free training workshops funded through the
project. BUT Driving licence (or ability to get to remote work sites) basic level of fitness & willingness to have fun & get
stuck in! ASK keeley.spate@cotswoldaonb.org.uk
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2555-VOLR-OK2
JOB
VOLUNTEER GARDENERS
BE4
Ongoing
LOC
MARGAM COUNTRY PARK
PAY
Training & expenses (up to £4.20/day)
FOR
MARGAM COUNTRY PARK - NPTCBC
DES
One or two days per week with minimum of 4 hours per day, weekdays only. To help plant & maintain historic
gardens, main tasks include: planting, pruning, sowing seeds, weeding, edging borders, digging, ground clearance & grass
cutting. The role offers: opportunity to learn new gardening skills & gain more experience; access to Head Gardener who can
provide advice & tips for your own garden; opportunities to make new friends; satisfaction of helping maintain historic garden;
free annual trip for leaning purposes. BUT Previous gardening experience or knowledge welcome but not essential.
Enthusiasm to work in historic garden. Moderate level of fitness. ASK www.margamcountrypark.co.uk 01639 881635
l.hadley@npt.gov.uk
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2556-VOLR-OK2
JOB
NATURE TOTS GROUP ASSISTANT (CHESWORTH FARM)
BE4
Ongoing
LOC
CHESWORTH FARM HORSHAM
PAY
Training & some expenses
FOR
SUSSEX WILDLIFE TRUST
DES
Assist our Forest School Leader in running Nature Tots programme. Sessions are aimed at connecting preschool
children & accompanying parent/carer with wildlife & natural environment. Encourage child-led learning & sharing knowledge
& enthusiasm for nature & wildlife. You will support Leader with tasks & activities, demonstrating tasks to small groups of
three or four children. Also assist with setting up & packing away equipment. Sessions are run on Monday mornings.
BUT Forest School training &/or experience of working with children advantage. Willingness to learn about Forest School
ethos of child-led learning. Tact in encouraging parents to step back & allow child to do tasks for themselves. Friendly, helpful
& flexible. Happy talking to all ages, parents / grandparent & young children. ASK Volunteer Development Manager,
swtvolunteering@sussexwt.org.uk https://sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk/get-involved/volunteer
REF
2557-VOLR-OK3
JOB
VISITOR ENGAGEMENT VOLUNTEER
BE4
N/A
LOC
BROCKHOLES NATURE RESERVE, PRESTON, LANCS
PAY
Travel expenses, uniform, discounts, training
FOR
LANCASHIRE WILDLIFE TRUST
DES
Our Visitor Engagement Volunteer Team are based on our floating Visitor Village at Brockholes Nature Reserve &
have an essential role to play in providing a warm welcome to all our visitors. You will help our visitors to plan their day & get
the most out of their visit. You will share your enthusiasm for the reserve, our wildlife & our conservation work with our visitors
& promote the work of Lancashire Wildife Trust, along with promoting all that Brockholes has to offer. Time: a weekly morning
or afternoon slot. BUT Confident talking to & assisting our diverse visitor profile from corporate conference delegated &
wedding guests to photographers & nature enthusiasts, families with children & the ladies that lunch. Passion for wildlife & the
outdoors (you don’t need to be an expert though!); flexible approach to the role & a can do attitude. Following a period of
induction & training able to carry out your role with minimum supervision; reliable & punctual. ASK Register your interest at:
www.lancswt.org.uk/volunteer mentioning the role. We will then invite you to come in for a chat to learn more about the role.
Chat: Sarah or Brian, 01772 872000.
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2559-VOLR-4/11
JOB
ASSISTANT CONSERVATOR MERTON ORCHARD PROJECT
BE4
N/A
LOC
WIMBLEDON SW19
PAY
Fruit in season
FOR
THE MERTON ORCHARD PROJECT
DES
One visit per week, time varies depending upon seasonal requirements. The John Innes Institute which existed in
Merton from 1910 to 1950, developed a range of soft & top fruits, rootstocks & composts which made an important
contribution to horticulture worldwide. Commercial demands have changed & shelf-life & shelf appeal now seem to take
precedence over flavour & other factors. As a result, most of the soft fruit varieties have disappeared completely & the top fruit
ones are set to follow. The Orchard Project seeks to collect, propagate & preserve those which remain. It currently holds
around 50 varieties of apple, pear, plum & cherry & 2 blackberry, as well as other varieties necessary for cross pollination.
The project also hosts a training apiary for Wimbledon beekeepers which helps pollination. The project abuts the Merton Park
Green Walk & is an important resting point for wildlife transiting between Mitcham Common / Morden Park & Wimbledon &
Putney Commons & Richmond Park. BUT An interest in wildlife would help. Interest in & understanding of horticulture
including grafting, pruning, disease control & other orchard tasks would be great. Ability to set up & manage a website & liaise
with other orchard & community groups would be a bonus. Participation in our 2 public open days would be a great help.
ASK Please email a CV of experience & expression of interest to David, nildes@gmail.com
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2485-VOLR-OK2
LOC
FORTY HALL, FORTY HILL, ENFIELD
BE4
N/A
FOR
ENFIELD COUNCIL
Forty Hall Park is a beautiful estate on the north side of Enfield. The 110ha park surrounds the Jacobean Hall & consists of
meadows, the remains of the Medieval Palace of Elsyng, a historic lime tree avenue, ancient trees, river, woodland, ponds,
fishing lakes, pleasure grounds & a walled garden. The Hall & Park have a busy calendar of events based around the arts,
heritage & ecology of the site, as well as conservation projects to enhance biodiversity.
JOB
DES
Forty Hall Wildlife Ambassador
To support & promote the creation & restoration of the wildlife habitats at Forty
Hall Park. Such work within the Park will be in line with the long-term management plan for the site & supervised by the
Learning & Conservation Officer. Tasks could include undertaking practical conservation work, ecological monitoring,
organising or leading a wildlife-themed educational events or guided walk around the estate. BUT Some understanding of
habitat & wildlife conservation desirable.
Forty Hall History Ambassador
To promote & preserve the historic landscape of Forty Hall Park. Working in line
with the long-term Management Plan for the site, this can include organising or leading a historical educational event or
guided walk around the estate, supporting the annual Elsyng Palace archaeological dig, help with researching the historic
significance of the estate, & supporting the Learning & Conservation Officer with interpretation in the Park. BUT Some
knowledge of the history of the Park or Enfield desirable.
Forty Hall Park Events Ambassador
To encourage new visitors; this can involve supporting the LCO or taking the
lead on events in the Park, ensuring that the Park delivers a range of activities that engage the public whilst also raising
money for the Estate. The Events Ambassador can be involved in the organisation of events, or provide practical help on the
day of an event. BUT Some experience in events management desirable.
Forty Hall Park Education Ambassador To promote & foster relationships with local schools, local interest & community
groups to come to Forty Hall Park to learn about the landscape, its heritage & the projects that are happening here. Support
the Learning & Conservation Officer in producing environmental education materials, delivering or organising educational
events, & looking for new opportunities to work with interested groups. BUT Some experience in outdoor education
desirable.
Forty Hall Park Visitor Experience Ambassador
To welcome visitors & help them to use the Park through the
interpretation & resources available encouraging people to explore & discover the Park for themselves. Also support the
Learning & Conservation Officer with visitor research, local events & champion the Park in local communities. All posts: 3
days per week. BUT No qualifications are required. Enthusiasm & a willingness to help are the most important qualities!
PAY Training & expenses offered ASK Verity Roberts, Learning & Conservation Officer, verity.roberts@enfield.gov.uk
0208 379 3828.
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2364-VOLR-OK12
JOB
WILDLIFE GARDEN HEALTHY OUTDOORS GROUP
BE4
Ongoing
LOC
POLLOK COUNTRY PARK, GLASGOW
PAY
Travel expenses
FOR
NATIONAL TRUST FOR SCOTLAND
DES
Pollok Country Park is a safe haven for both wildlife & visitors in the south side of Glasgow. Our weekly team will
revive & develop the wildlife garden. Tasks include gardening, wildlife recording & the creation of new habitats. The wildlife
garden will eventually become an inspiration to park visitors who we hope will adapt their gardens to encourage wildlife.
BUT No experience needed, just an enthusiasm for the outdoors & ability to work as a team. ASK adavidson@nts.org.uk
REF
2365-VOLR-OK12
JOB
DAVID LIVINGSTONE CENTRE HEALTHY OUTDOORS GROUP
BE4
Ongoing
LOC
DAVID LIVINGSTONE CENTRE, BLANTYRE, SOUTH LANARKSHIRE
PAY
Travel expenses
FOR
DES
The David Livingstone Centre has large grounds which run alongside the banks of the Clyde. The group focus on
maintaining the Explorers Garden but they work in the wider park from time to time which has meadows & ancient woodlands.
Tasks include gardening, seed collection, & the creation of new habitats. We aim to make the park an appreciated community
resource. The group meets every second Thursday and this is a long term commitment. BUT No experience needed, just
an enthusiasm for the outdoors & ability to work as a team. ASK adavidson@nts.org.uk
REF
2287-VOLR-OK2
JOB
VOLUNTEER CATTLE CHECKERS
BE4
No closing date but we will recruit suitable candidates as they apply.
LOC
BATHGATE, WEST LOTHIAN
PAY
None
FOR
SCOTTISH WILDLIFE TRUST
DES
We are introducing a grazing regime at Petershill Nature reserve to help manage the on site wildflower meadow. Be
a vital part of our management regime by checking on the cattle & liaising with the Conservation Shepherd, reporting on
numbers & condition. BUT Some basic fitness required, some farm related or animal welfare related experience very
useful. All required assistance provided. Role will require lone working but health & safety procedures will be in place. Car
driver/owner very useful. ASK See volunteer page on Scottish Wildlife Trust website http://c-js.co.uk/2arVA3o
REF
2231-VOLR-OK2
JOB
National Trust For Scotland Conservation Volunteers
BE4
Ongoing
LOC
ALL OVER SCOTLAND!
PAY
Training
FOR
DES
Learn new skills such as drystone dyking, footpath construction & woodland management. Work in beautiful gardens
& stunning countryside throughout Scotland. Meet new people, enjoy some fresh air & exercise & become actively involved in
conservation & the Trust. Attend training courses & lectures to enhance your understanding of countryside skills &
conservation issues. Five Conservation Volunteer groups based in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Perth, Aberdeen & Inverness.
BUT Over 18 & reasonably fit. ASK Julie Bond, Conservation Volunteer Co-ordinator, jbond@nts.org.uk
REF
2151-VOLR-30/12
JOB
EDUCATION & EVENTS VOLUNTEER
BE4
N/A
LOC
SOUTH YORKSHIRE (RIVER DON)
PAY
Travel expenses (up to £5 per day), training FOR
DON CATCHMENT RIVERS TRUST
DES
Don Catchment Rivers Trust was established to help protect & restore the rivers in the River Don catchment area.
Our rivers are a valuable asset which tell the story of our culture & heritage. They are important for people, wildlife & the local
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economy. Depending on experience & particular area of interest we are looking for people to deliver our ‘River Guardians’
education session to primary schools; promote sessions to schools; attend events with a stall & activities; assist with the
Trust’s community activity & events programme (guided walks, community events etc.); contribute to gathering evidence for
project evaluation. BUT This role would suit people who: have experience of working in an educational setting, or have a
transferable skill in this area; are able to communicate with a wide range of people; are willing to work as part of a team, &
share experience & knowledge with other volunteers; have the flexibility & availability to volunteer within a programme of
events & bookings. Knowledge of the environmental & built heritage of the River Don is not essential, but a willingness to
learn would be desirable, & training will be available. ASK volunteer@dcrt.org.uk www.dcrt.org.uk Queries & questions:
Rachel Walker, Community Engagement Officer, 07825 706611.
REF
2152-VOLR-30/12
JOB
CONSERVATION VOLUNTEER
BE4
N/A
LOC
SOUTH YORKSHIRE (RIVER DON)
PAY
Travel expenses (up to £5 per day), training FOR
DON CATCHMENT RIVERS TRUST
DES
Up to one day per week. We are looking for volunteers to be part of our regular conservation & river clean up
volunteer working parties. There will be various tasks depending on the time of year, including: vegetation works (trimming
plants, removal of foliage & invasive species etc.); litter picking; path clearance & maintenance; maintaining trails & geocache
points; suggesting & contributing to ‘hot spot’ projects. BUT This role will suit people who: are practical & motivated; like
working outdoors; are happy to work as part of a team. No experience necessary, as training will be provided.
ASK volunteer@dcrt.org.uk or www.dcrt.org.uk for a volunteer expression of interest form. Queries & questions: Rachel
Walker, Community Engagement Officer, 07825 706611.
REF
305-VOLR-OK1
JOB
VOLUNTEER EDUCATION ASSISTANT
BE4
On going
LOC
MARTIN MERE WETLAND CENTRE, LANCASHIRE
PAY
Training & discount in shop & café FOR
WILDFOWL & WETLAND TRUST
DES
To help out with school groups as appropriate, leading selected guided learning sessions (session plans provided)
supporting education lead. Attend training sessions & meetings when required. Be friendly & approachable to visitors,
especially children. Interacting with children in a sensitive & responsive manner, being aware of procedures regarding child
protection. Involvement in peer monitoring & observation during guided learning sessions. Excellent opportunity to work within
an internationally important wetland site, suitable uniform provided. Anticipated time commitment required 1-2 days per week.
BUT Experience in an educational setting; confident or experienced in delivery enquiry based learning to school groups; able
to work in a team of staff & volunteers; able to communicate well to a diverse range of audiences. Familiarity with Martin Mere
Centre an advantage during the initial stages. ASK http://c-js.co.uk/14HPJyH
REF
522-VOLR-OK2
JOB
VOLUNTEER – HOLIDAY CLUBS IN THE WOODS
BE4
N/A
LOC
SURREY / HANTS / LONDON - VARIOUS
PAY
0
FOR
WILD LEARNING
DES
Working as part of the team taking children into the woods for fun filled holiday days. (Our tag line is tired, dirty,
happy kids.) Preferably 3+ days per year. A day is from 9.30 – 4.30. BUT Must have enhanced DBS. Love of being outside
& enjoying being with children. ASK julie@wild-learning.net or rachel@wild-learning.net or 01483 424400.
REF
1901-VOLR-OK12
JOB
VOLUNTEER CITIZEN SCIENTIST IN GRASSLAND ECOLOGY
BE4
Ongoing
LOC
UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF ENGLAND, BRISTOL
PAY
Experience & certificate
FOR
THE DRY PROJECT, UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF ENGLAND
DES
Volunteers will help carry out grassland surveys in rainout shelters (to stimulate drought conditions) by monitoring the
dates at which different species start to flower & the number & species of pollinators & invertebrates. This is an excellent
opportunity to gain valuable experience on a large-scale scientific project, learn identification skills, about grassland ecology,
surveying, & the impacts of drought & climate change on the environment. You will receive a certificate detailing the number
of hours spent on the project & essential skills acquired. One day a week (flexible). BUT Interest in learning about
grassland ecology. ASK dry@uwe.ac.uk 0117 3287739.
REF
1747-VOLR-OK12
JOB
GARDENING VOLUNTEERS
BE4
N/A
LOC
FLATFORD MILL FIELD STUDIES CENTRE, EAST BERGHOLT, SUFFOLK
PAY
Travel expenses, lunch, tea, coffee, cake
FOR
FIELD STUDIES COUNCIL
DES / BUT We have several established gardens around Flatford Mill, most of which are only accessible by members of
staff, volunteers & our students. We are looking for several volunteers to help maintain & develop the gardens. We have a
small cottage garden situated behind the world famous Willy Lotts House, a quiet sensory herb garden & a staff garden that
overlooks the river Stour. The gardens are used as areas of quiet respite from a busy world as well as locations for our artists
to draw inspiration from. They are also used to attract pollinators & grow produce & flowers that are then used around the
Centre. Duties can include planting, pruning, weeding, garden designing, plant selection, fencing, drinking cups of tea &
eating cake. Volunteers also receive invites to staff gatherings & discounted natural history & arts courses. Time: to suit
volunteer. ASK Call John on 01206 297110 enquiries.fm@field-studies-council.org Flatford Mill Field Studies Centre, East
Bergholt, Suffolk CO7 6UL
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1686-VOLR-OK12
JOB
BE4
N/A
LOC
CHARTWELL / WEST KENT COUNTRYSIDE, KENT
PAY
Expenses & training
FOR
NATIONAL TRUST
DES
One day a week on a Tuesday or Wednesday. Welcome visitors & provide advice & guidance as required, helping
them have a truly enjoyable experience; work alongside the Ranger & other volunteers to complete outdoor & indoor practical
tasks on all types of terrain & ground conditions; attend training sessions in delivering excellent service to our visitors; be
aware of different access requirements of our visitors; assisting with upkeep & maintenance & achieving excellent standards
of conservation & presentation; maintain tools & equipment in safe working order & report any problems at the end of the day;
maintain good working relationships with visitors, natural trust staff, tenants, farmers & neighbours; develop a good
knowledge of the property, its history, landscape, archaeological & biological importance; monitoring of footpaths & fences;
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becoming familiar with & following the National Trust’s health & safety policy at all times. After 50 hours you will receive a
volunteer card, free access to NT properties & 20% off in shop / cafes. Travel expenses paid to a 35 mile round trip.
BUT This role will suit people who enjoy working as part of a team in a varied & stretching role, working in the great outdoors
through the seasons & passing on their knowledge to our visitors in a relaxed & natural way.
ASK Chris Heels, Area Ranger, chris.heels@nationaltrust.org.uk 01732 861166 / 07768558183.
REF
1625-VOLR-OK12
JOB
FAMILY EVENT HELPERS
BE4
N/A
LOC
LINCOLNSHIRE WASH RESERVES
PAY
Training & expenses
FOR
RSPB
DES
1 day per month. At Frampton Marsh we put on a range of family activities, from weekend 'fun days' to pond dipping
& bug hunting during school holidays. Help ensure events run smoothly & attendees enjoy themselves. Help convey the
RSPB's message to a wide audience, especially families with children. BUT Great communication skills & able to share
your enthusiasm for wildlife with people of all ages. Interest in craft & children's hands-on activities .e.g. badge making, mask
making useful. Some wildlife knowledge is useful. ASK http://bit.ly/SfTrJA Chris Andrews 01205 724678
chris.andrews@rspb.org.uk
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1626-VOLR-OK12
JOB
PIN BADGE BOX MINDER
BE4
ONGOING
LOC
MIDLANDS & SOUTH EAST ENGLAND*
PAY
Training / expenses / resources offered
FOR
RSPB
DES
Can you spare a couple of hours each month to raise money for birds & wildlife? We are looking for volunteers to
help raise more funds for conservation by placing pin badge boxes at various sites in your area. The RSPB pin badge scheme
generates nearly £1m a year. You can get out & about in your local area, learn new skills & enthuse about RSPB’s work whilst
raising vital funds for conservation! * Buckinghamshire, Derbyshire, Herefordshire, Leicestershire, Nottinghamshire,
Northamptonshire, Oxfordshire, Shropshire, Staffordshire, Warwickshire, West Midlands. BUT No knowledge of birds
required! Local knowledge, basic numeracy skills, strong communication skills, high motivation, a personable approach, & the
ability to restock badges, collect & pay in the money every 4-6 weeks. You will be assisted by a friendly volunteer area coordinator. ASK Mark Barrett, 07738 028371.mrofundraising@rspb.org.uk
REF
1574-VOLR-28/10
JOB
VOLUNTEER WARDEN FOR SITE MANAGEMENT
BE4
31/10/16
LOC
WOOD FARM, STANMORE
PAY
Training*
FOR
Greater Stanmore Country Park Management Committee
DES
Wood Farm passed to Harrow Council control in December 2015. It comprises 24ha on the Harrow Weald ridge with
remarkable views over London. It is mainly rough grassland & scrub, although one area is being maintained as alkaline
meadow. It is probably the best site in harrow for breeding whitethroat & other warblers. Skylark sing over the site. A small but
attractive visitor centre is housed in a Victorian dairy. The site comes with significant some of money to maintain & improve it.
The warden would be responsible for the management & improvement of Wood Farm. *Training is available in any applicable
skills e.g. chainsaw, pesticide, grassland management, volunteer recruitment & management, species identification. About
one day per week, with flexibility to allow more time to be spent on site when contractors are working. BUT The role would
suit a graduate in ecology or nature reserve management who is looking to gain practical experience in site management, or
someone who has volunteered as part of a group in for example TCV or London Wildlife Trust who would now like to try their
hand at being in charge. In our experience living close to the site is essential so that travelling to it does not become a burden.
ASK Steve Bolsover, 0779 483 7302 admin@harrowncf.org
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1213-VOLR-OK10
LOC
MARTIN MERE WETLANDS CENTRE, BURSCOUGH, LANCS
BE4
On going
FOR
WILDFOWL & WETLANDS TRUST
JOB
DES
Education Lead
Supervising & co-ordinating the activity of the younger or less experienced volunteers as
they help visitors with activities. Ensure lunchtimes are covered by the team on the day. Using the radio to keep in contact
with the Duty Manager. Supporting young volunteers in their customer service. Ensure phones are checked for messages.
Being friendly & approachable to visiting families. Interacting with children in a sensitive & appropriate manner; leading
activities with Beaver Scouts, Brownies etc.; attending training sessions when required; being responsible for counting income
from crafts. BUT Experience in an educational setting, formal or non-formal. Confident or experienced in delivering activities
to groups of young people; able to work within a diverse team of staff & volunteers; able to communicate well to a range of
audiences; familiar with Martin Mere centre an advantage during the initial stages.
Family Activities
Delivering wildlife activity sessions to families e.g. pond dipping, bug hunts; helping with
children’s activities such as pumpkin carving, Christmas crafts or even being an elf! Assisting with uniformed groups, engage
with visitors in a friendly & confident way & interact with children in a sensitive & responsive manner; incorporate WWT
conservation messages in the right place & in the right way. BUT No previous experience required as training provided,
however this role will suit you if you have a love of wildlife & the outdoors. Experience in either an educational setting or in an
environment involving children an advantage. Reliable & prepared to make a commitment to volunteering. Confident in talking
to the public. Able to work in a team of staff & volunteers. Keen to give visitors a first class experience; able to communicate
well to a diverse range of people, young & old.
Membership Recruitment Volunteer
Telling stories about what we do to save wetlands for wildlife & people; asking
visitors about their day at the centre; persuading them what a great idea membership would be. Training in how to do this will
be provided. BUT Love meeting & chatting with people; competent IT skills – this role may require you to use a tablet; can
give attention to detail; confident attitude & / or experience of successful face-to-face contact with the public; committed to
excellent customer service; interest in & enthusiasm for the work of WWT; able to work under own initiative under the direction
of the Membership Development Officer.
Education Assistant
Helping out with school groups as appropriate. Leading selected guided learning sessions
(session plans provided) / supporting the education lead; attending training sessions & meetings when required; being friendly
& approachable to visitors, especially children; interacting with children in a sensitive & responsive manner; being aware of
procedures regarding child protection; being involved in peer mentoring & observation.
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Visitor Services
By providing an excellent visitor experience as a member of the Visitor Services Team,
you will be encouraging our visitors to make the most of their visit, & to understand & support our work to save wetlands for
wildlife & people. Acting as the first point of contact for all visitors to Martin Mere, providing them with a warm welcome &
appropriate information; conducting specific talks to the public – scripts & training provided; conducting guided walks;
recruiting new members. BUT No previous experience is required as training will be provided. However this role will suit
you if you have a love of wildlife & the outdoors & are: confident or experienced in delivering talks; able to work in a team of
staff & volunteers; experience in a customer related role an advantage; able to communicate well to a diverse range of
audiences; familiar with Martin Mere. All posts: Own transport required to get to the centre.
ASK http://c-js.co.uk/14HPJyH
REF
1214-VOLR-OK10
LOC
Castle Espie Wetland Centre, Newtownards, Northern Ireland
BE4
on going
FOR
WILDFOWL & WETLANDS TRUST
JOB
DES
Family Activities Assistant – Arts & Crafts
You will take on a wide variety of roles in assisting with the organisation
& delivery of arts & crafts during key seasonal events & smaller activities for the visiting public throughout the year. This is a
very rewarding experience & ideal for those considering work within the events or community arts sector. BUT Interest in
arts & crafts & those relating to children specifically; working knowledge of artistic mediums; good artistic skills & experience
of art & craft preparation for small & larger public events; experience of working with a variety of age groups Including children
& adults; interest & enthusiasm for the work of WWT & the natural world.
Family Activities – Events Support Volunteer
You will take on a wide variety of roles in assisting with the organisation
& delivery of key seasonal events & smaller activities for the visiting public throughout the year. . This is a very rewarding
experience & ideal for those considering work within the events or community arts sector. BUT Natural born entertainer for
all age groups; experience of running games, crafts, drama & storytelling for children of all ages; excellent communication
skills; attention to detail & creativity; interest in & enthusiasm for the work of WWT.
Gardening Volunteer
To assist with development & maintenance of visitor centre grounds:
planting, weeding, pruning & propagation of plants; path clearance, maintenance of water features, hides & furnishings;
welcoming & engaging visitors; ensuring the safety, welfare & enjoyment of the visiting public; promoting the work of WWT to
all visitors. You will gain professional experience in a specialised field of reserve management. BUT No formal
qualifications are required, however this role would suit you if you have formal or informal experience or understanding of
horticulture & conservation. Experienced in a visitor service environment with strong commitment to customer satisfaction.
Keen to support the work of WWT.
Visitor Engagement Volunteer
You will be able to draw people in by telling engaging stories about our
work & inspiring people to support us as members of the WWT. Training will be provided on specific areas of focus.
BUT Excellent verbal & written communication skills; confident attitude & / or experience of successful face-to-face contact
with the public; interest in & enthusiasm for the work of WWT; ability to bring issues to life through an engaging narrative. All
posts: PAY Training opportunities & a discount in the café & shop. Driving licence essential for access to the centre.
ASK http://c-js.co.uk/14HPJyH
REF
1216-VOLR-OK10
JOB
PRACTICAL CONSERVATION VOLUNTEERS
BE4
N/A
LOC
ACROSS GLASGOW
PAY
(reasonable) travel expenses. Training opportunities can be made available
FOR
RSPB
DES
‘RSPB Giving Nature a Home in Glasgow’ is a project which aims to connect communities with their surrounding
greenspace & the wildlife that depends upon it. The team are looking for enthusiastic volunteers who are keen to get out &
about across the city & take part in a host of practical conservation work across various sites including community woodland,
local nature reserves, city parks & community gardens. 2 / 3 days per month (pending activity & location).
BUT Enthusiastic, reliable & friendly. Fit & able to carry out moderate exercise such as weeding, digging & planting.
Knowledge of native plant & animal species an advantage but not essential as willingness to learn is just as highly sought
after. A willingness to get stuck in & a bit muddy is essential however. ASK paul.gunn@rspb.org.uk 0141 331 9806.
REF
1092-VOLR-OK10
JOB
PENLLERGARE TRUST WOODLAND VOLUNTEER
BE4
Ongoing
LOC
PENLLERGARE VALLEY WOODS, SWANSEA
PAY
Training courses
FOR
PENLLERGARE TRUST
DES
Tuesdays 9am to 2.30 & Thursday 9.30am to 2pm. Be at the forefront of an exciting project to protect & promote
Penllergare Valley Woods as an essential historic & recreational space for Swansea. Learn new outdoor practical skills. Gain
an understanding of woodland, conservation & heritage management. Training courses will be provided to those who are
committed to the project. Activities include: uncovering romantic & picturesque features of this once famous gentry estate;
coppicing & tree felling; reducing exotic weeds; scrub clearance; fencing & gate maintenance; dry stone walling; litter clearing;
replanting ornamental trees & shrubberies; reclaiming & maintaining lost steps & paths; being a friendly face for visitors &
answering any questions they may have. BUT Would like to learn more about conservation, woodland & / or heritage
management & keen to get stuck in in the great outdoors. Enjoy working outdoors in all weather conditions; work well as part
of a team; appreciation & enthusiasm for the outdoors & green space; prepared to undertake physical work.
ASK contact@penllergare.org 01792 344224.
REF
1135-VOLR-OK10
JOB
VOLUNTEER OFFICER
BE4
?
LOC
SKELTON GRANGE ENVIRONMENT CENTRE, LEEDS
PAY
0
FOR
DES / BUT Popular & busy environmental education project in South Leeds. We have regular one-off volunteering events,
where you can try out environmental volunteering with no further commitment needed, helping to keep our wildlife gardens
looking good for visiting schoolchildren. We also have occasional vacancies in our regular volunteering team delivering
environmental education activities to school groups - an excellent opportunity for anyone contemplating a career working with
children and/or the environment. ASK Get in touch to discuss the current situation, & visit our website to find out more
about us - www.tcv.org.uk/skeltongrange/volunteering 0113 2430815 skelton@tcv.org.uk
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All current volunteer adverts are also online take a look at
www.countryside-jobs.com/cjsweekly/Vols.htm
Conservation Holidays, short period volunteer work where you cover the basic cost (food, accom etc.):
REF
HOL-DIRECT-28/10
TITLE WHALE & DOLPHIN RESEARCH SURVEY
DATE April – October 2017
BASE THE HEBRIDES, off the West coast of Scotland
COST £895 - £1395
WITH HEBRIDEAN WHALE & DOLPHIN TRUST
DES
Ever thought about a wildlife holiday with a difference? Why not join the HWDT aboard their research yacht Silurian
for an unforgettable experience. Explore the wild, rugged landscape of the Hebrides, encounter the very best of Scottish
wildlife, all the while contributing to a valuable, well-established monitoring programme – the ultimate in eco-tourism! Species
encountered during the expeditions include: minke whale, common dolphin, bottlenose dolphin, white-beaked dolphin, orca,
porpoise, basking shark, seals (both grey & common) & a myriad of seabird species. Silurian has been undertaking
expeditions – lasting between 7-12 days – since 2002 & has welcomed aboard hundreds of volunteers & surveyed thousands
of nautical miles. Without volunteers we would not be able to undertake the research work we do; uncovering information
about local populations & contributing to more efficient marine management strategies. Participants will, in effect, become
marine mammal scientists for the duration, being trained in species ID & survey techniques (both visual & acoustic). All
aboard are expected to participate in every aspect of the expedition, including domestic duties. BUT No experience
required as full training will be provided by our experienced crew. ASK Morven Russell, volunteercoordinator@hwdt.org
01688 302620 www.hwdt.org
Surveys and Fieldwork: additions in September 2016
Many conservation organisations appeal for volunteer surveyors to record and submit local sightings for a national wildlife
survey.
Taking part in any of these surveys will give you useful experience and also help to extend the scientific knowledge of a
species, so vital for appropriate conservation management. Some include training in survey techniques and some may even
pay expenses.
Harvest Mouse survey with Durham Wildlife Trust
Running through November & December, have an hour to spare at any time during those months and can spend it rooting
around in a field margin or hedgerow looking for harvest mouse nests? There is training available. If you are interested please
contact Vivien Kent vkent@durhamwt.co.uk or Ian Bond bondian@hotmail.co.uk
Find out more on http://c-js.co.uk/2dRu65w
Ivy bees in Worcestershire
Worcestershire Wildlife Trust, in conjunction with Worcestershire Biological Records Centre, is encouraging anyone with a
large stand of ivy near them to go and look for the bees throughout September and October.
Any sightings should be sent records@wbrc.org.uk along with date and location (grid reference and/or postcode) as well as a
photograph to confirm identification. http://www.wbrc.org.uk/
If you are interested in helping with any of the surveys please contact the person or see the website listed.
Please see the full listings online at: http://www.countryside-jobs.com/Jobs/Surveys.htm
Practical Work Days and Conservation Tasks: October 2016
All events are for one day unless otherwise specified.
Work days are subdivided by region making it easier to find something happening near you. To check which counties fall into
the different regions please have a look at: http://www.countryside-jobs.com/volunteers/workdays.htm
Scotland
Regular days & Occasional Days
Tuesday
Healthy Outdoors Team Brodick Country Park, KA27 8HY, Isle of Arran, National Trust for Scotland
Ranger Service
Contact: Arran Ranger Service 01770 302462, goatfell@nts.org.uk, http://c-js.co.uk/1UXQFps
10am - 1pm. Help the rangers with their practical conservation work, meet like-minded people and improve your fitness! Tasks
include work in our tree nursery and wildlife garden. Wear old outdoor clothing, sturdy boots/wellies. Work gloves and
tea/coffee and biscuits provided.
No need to book; meet at the ranger centre for 10am.
Tuesday Volunteers
Carrifran, Scotland, Carrifran Woodland Contact: wildwood@bordersforesttrust.org, http://cjs.co.uk/1DChlQq These informal Tuesday volunteer days are of immense value to the project and rewarding to those who
take part. Most people come regularly but this is not essential. The only requirement is close liaison with the Project Officer.
Wednesday
Woodland Management Dumfries and Galloway, Cree Valley Community Woodlands Trust
Contact
Pete or Linda 01671 401423, enquiries@cvcwt.org.uk Join us on our weekly volunteers day planting trees, removing nonnative species, putting up nestboxes, tree nursery work and much more! We provide training, tools, equipment and transport
to and from the work site from Newton Stewart (volunteers must be able to get to Newton Stewart car park).
Fortnightly on Wednesdays & Occasional Weekend Days
Conservation Days
Scottish Highlands, Trees for
Life Contact: Mick Drury 01309 691292, mick@treesforlife.org.uk, www.treesforlife.org.uk Spend a day with like-minded
people, carrying out practical conservation work to help restore the Caledonian Forest. Activities include tree planting, fencing,
removal of non-native species and nursery work. Help us reach our target of a Million More Trees in the next 5 years!
Transport is provided with pick-ups from Forres, Nairn, Inverness. Must be 18+.
First Wednesday of the month Bridgeness Biodiversity group
Bridgeness Ship Breakers in Bo’ness,
Buglife Contact: Suzanne Burgess 01786 447504, suzanne.burgess@buglife.org.uk 10am - 1pm to learn about the
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importance of this site for wildlife and get involved with habitat management tasks including scrub removal and litter picks.
Please wear sturdy footwear and bring warm clothes and waterproofs.
Thursday
LEAF Falkirk group
Meet at the Falkirk Stadium Car Park, Scottish Waterways Trust
Contact:
John McGowan 07799 493936, john@scottishwaterwaystrust.org.uk 9.45am. Please bring lunch and drinks, wear sturdy
footwear, wear clothing suitable for the weather. We will provide tools for the work and assistance from the Helix site team
who will be working alongside the volunteers.
Friday Garden Participant Workday
Napiershall Street Garden, Glasgow, Let's Cook, Grow and Sew
Together
Contact: 0141 3376626, mhickey@wsrec.co.uk, www.cookgrowsew.wsrec.co.uk 1 – 3pm. Working with
people of minority ethnic backgrounds to tackle climate change. As part of this, we have started a community space to learn
gardening skills and grow food together. Free workshops are often provided for participants to develop their knowledge.
Saturday
1st Saturday of the month Bailies Workparty
Huntley, Aberdeenshire, Bailies of
Bennachie
Contact: bailiesofbennachie@mail.com, http://www.bailiesofbennachie.co.uk/volunteering/ 10am-3.30pm.
Tools can be provided, please wear suitable clothing and footwear, bring waterproofs and a packed lunch.
Fortnightly on Saturdays Glentress 'trailfairies' Glentress Forest, nr Peebles, Scottish borders, Forest Enterprise
Scotland
Contact: Andy Wardman (FES mtb Ranger) 07900 138901, andy.wardman@forestry.gsi.gov.uk,
https://www.facebook.com/trailfairies Volunteer trail building and maintenance team who help out with maintenance work on
the existing mountain bike trails and hand-build new sections of singletrack at Glentress Forest. 9.00am to 1.00pm. It's a fun
and sociable way to give something back to the trails.
3rd Saturday of the month
Glen Tanar Conservation Work Days North East Scotland, John Muir Trust's North East
Scotland Group
Contact: James Brownhill 01224 897273, james@brownhill.us Join the North East Scotland Group and
Eric Baird (Head Ranger) at Glen Tanar
Last Saturday of every month Volunteer Work Sessions Evanton, Scotland, Evanton Woods Community
Company
Contact 01349 830517 or Simon Harry 07947 772066, simon.harry@forest-education.co.uk,
www.evantonwood.com 10am to 1pm - stay as long as you like. Jobs vary: tree planting, cabin building, path improvements,
thinning small trees. All welcome. Tools and safety items provided. Refreshments provided.
Sunday
1st Sunday of every month
Natural Connections Volunteer Team
Cumbernauld,
Cumbernauld Living Landscape Contact: Tracy Lambert tlambert@scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk, http://c-js.co.uk/2d9i5s4
Take part in conservation tasks and wildlife surveys, 12pm – 4pm on a variety of sites. Tools and training provided, please
wear clothing suitable for the weather, sturdy foot wear a must! Teas and coffee provided. Keep up to date for the sites and
activities on our Facebook events page
Various days
Every Monday & Friday Conservation Volunteers
Falkland Estate, Fife, Centre for Stewardship Contact: Sam
Docherty 01337 858838, sam@centreforstewardship.org.uk, http://www.centreforstewardship.org.uk/getting-involved/
Opportunities to work on a variety of woodlands stewardship tasks such as biodiversity work, pruning young hardwoods &
rhododendron control. 10am - 3pm. Bring a packed lunch & something to drink & with the weather getting colder, wear warm
clothes & waterproofs (if you don’t have waterproofs we can supply them).
Every 1st Wednesday of the month in Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park
Every 3rd Wednesday of the month in Cairngorms National Park
Every 3rd Saturday of the month alternating between each National Park
Contact: volunteering@themountainsandthepeople.org.uk, https://www.facebook.com/mountainspeople Conservation
volunteering for The Mountains & The People project will give you a chance to get out in the Scottish Mountains, care for the
special places in our National Parks, learn new skills, meet new people and have fun. Activities will include building and
maintaining paths as well as helping to conserve mountain habitats.
Every Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday Environmental & Growing Activities
36 College Street, Buckhaven KY8
1JY, CLEAR Buckhaven
Contact: A Armstrong 01592713078, clearfife@aol.com, www.clearfife.org.uk Small volunteer
groups meet each day and carry out a range of environmental tasks (planting, tree maintenance, flower beds) and also
growing (EATS beds, community gardens etc) around Buckhaven.
Contact for details
Workdays
Abriachan, Scotland, Abriachan Forest Trust
Contact: Suzann Barr 01463
861259, abriachanforest@gmail.com, https://www.facebook.com/abriachancommunity, www.abriachan.org.uk
There’s always lots going on at this busy community owned and managed woodland and we’re always pleased to accept a
helping hand.
Work Groups
Edinburgh, Glasgow, Perth, Aberdeen and Inverness, National Trust for Scotland
Contact:
www.nts.org.uk/Volunteering/Outdoor The National Trust for Scotland are looking for volunteers to help out with outdoor
practical conservation work at weekends. Work Groups are based in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Perth, Aberdeen and
Inverness. For full details of their programme of events, please check out their website.
Seven Lochs Volunteers Glasgow & North Lanarkshire, Seven Lochs Wetland Park Contact: Facebook, 07920 758044 or
0141 229 7736, sevenlochs@gmail.com Meet on Friday's to carry out practical habitat management work and wildlife
surveys within the wetland park. All of the tasks improve green places for people and wildlife, and are suitable for all levels of
ability. No previous experience is required.
Northern Ireland
Monday – Thursday
Practical Conservation Work
Sites Around Derry City & The North West, TCV Contact: Ivan
Black 028 7126 2664, I.Black@tcv.org.uk, http://c-js.co.uk/1OxSmHW 9.30 – 16.00 Tree planting, drystone walling, path
creation and repair, woodland management, pond construction, building school nature areas, creating informal urban open
spaces and many other interesting projects.
Weekday projects
Coleraine, TCV Contact: Lilian Watson 028 7035 5352, cvni-coleraine@tcv.org.uk, http://cjs.co.uk/1MtxL4e 9.00 - 1600 A wide range of conservation activities in Coleraine and the surrounding areas.
Practical Conservation Projects County Down, The Tree Nursery, Clandeboye Estate Bangor, County Down BT19 1RN,
TCV Contact: Stephen Bradley 028 9185 2817, s.bradley@tcv.org.uk, http://c-js.co.uk/1LadjZc
9.30 – 16.30 Tree planting, drystone walling, path creation and repair, woodland management, pond construction, building
school nature areas, creating informal urban open spaces and many other projects.
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Monday – Friday
Growing native trees for nature conservation
Tree Nursery, Clandeboye Estate Bangor,
TCV Contact: Pascal McCaughan 028 9185 3570, p.mccaughan@tcv.org.uk. www.tcv.org.uk/northernireland/tree-nursery
9.00 – 16.00 Tree nursery work including colleting tree seed from scenic ancient woodlands and countryside, planting seed,
weeding, watering trees and general care of plants.
Wales
Wednesday 19 Roaming Reserve Work Party
Pwll Penarth Nature Reserve, Newtown, Powys, SY16 3BA,
Montgomeryshire Wildlife Trust
Contact: Rob Haigh rob@montwt.co.uk 10:00am - 3:30pm. Clearing the islands to
provide suitable habitat for wetland birds
Wednesday 26 Roaming Reserve Work Party
Llanymynech Rocks, Llanymynech, Powys, SY22 6HD,
Montgomeryshire Wildlife Trust Contact: Rob Haigh rob@montwt.co.uk 10:00am - 3:30pm. Scrub clearing and burning,
which is vital for maintaining and improving this rare limestone grassland.
Tuesday
Volunteer Work party
Reserves on the Gower peninsula, The Wildlife Trust of South & West
Wales
Contact: Tara Daniels 07855 009622 t.daniels@welshwildlife.org, www.welshwildlife.org 9.00am – 2.30pm. Work
with the Wild Woodlands Project on habitat management improvement work. Please wear appropriate outdoor clothing &
sturdy footwear & bring a packed lunch.
Thursday
3rd Thursday of each month
Towpath Taskforce
Tourist Information Centre in the Centre of
Welshpool, SY21 7DD, Canal & River Trust Contact: paul.corner@canalrivertrust.org.uk or
glenn.young@canalrivertrust.org.uk 10am until approx 3pm. We carry out a range of tasks along the Montgomery Canal in
the Welshpool area which can include painting, litter picking, cutting back vegetation, tree planting and hedge-laying.
Friday Working Group Ffarm Moelyci, Tregarth, Bangor, Ffarm Moelyci Contact: Colin colink@cwmharry.org.uk Office
office@moelyci.org Help tackle the backlog of practical repair and maintenance jobs on the buildings and structures. With
the terrible weather we’ve been having, everything suffers and the investments made at the farm are put at risk. Meet 9.30
and work from 10 - 4.30 (ish)
Sunday Volunteer workdays
Alun Valley, Vale of Glamorgan, Butterfly Conservation Contact: David Redhead
projects@southwales-butterflies.org.uk, http://c-js.co.uk/1zQj8iT Habitat management for the for High Brown
Fritillary. Hedge & blackthorn thicket restoration workdays for brown hairstreak & management days for marsh fritillary. For all
winter habitat management days, tools are provided, but bring suitable strong outdoor clothing (inc. gloves and footwear), a
hot drink and food if staying beyond lunchtime.
3rd Sunday of the month
Craig Cilhendre Woods, Pontardawe, The Wildlife Trust of
South & West Wales Contact: Tara Daniels 07855 009622 t.daniels@welshwildlife.org, www.welshwildlife.org
9.30am – 1.30pm. Path & Rhododendron clearance with the Wild Woodlands Project. Please wear appropriate outdoor
clothing & sturdy footwear & bring a packed lunch.
Various
Wednesdays & Sundays
Cefn Ila woodland working party
Cefn Ila, Usk, Monmouthshire, The Woodland
Trust
Contact: The Volunteering Development Team 01476 581111, volunteering@woodlandtrust.org.uk, http://cjs.co.uk/1Uhpp6A We are uncovering original features, cutting back plants, creating new paths and making benches. Cefn
Ila is a diverse and historic site with new woodland, ancient trees, a walled garden and an orchard with heritage varieties.
Please bring lunch and wear appropriate clothing and footwear. We provide tools and hot drinks.
Wednesday & Thursday
Reserves on the Gower peninsula, Swansea & Neath Port
Talbot, The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales
Contact: Tara Daniels 07855 009622 t.daniels@welshwildlife.org,
www.welshwildlife.org 9.00am – 2.30pm. Work with the Wild Woodlands Project on habitat management improvement work.
Please wear appropriate outdoor clothing & sturdy footwear & bring a packed lunch.
Contact for details
Woodland Working party Dyffryn Woods, Wales, The Woodland Trust
Contact:
volunteering@woodlandtrust.org.uk Help with the maintenance and restoration of the woods including re-building fences.
Coppicing and coppice management. Access improvements, maintenance and path building. Bridge building. Ancient
woodland restoration. Bird box building and installation. Dry stone walling. Hedge laying. Species monitoring.
Volunteer Days Anglesey, Anglesey Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB)
Contact: Lowri Hughes 01248
752446, lehpl@ynysmon.gov.uk The Anglesey AONB has regular volunteer days to help protect the special qualities and
outstanding landscape of the AONB. Tasks include dry-stone walling, clearing invasive species, footpath maintenance, scrub
clearance, beach cleans and tree planting.
England - Anglia
Wednesday
Practical conservation work party
Gunton Meadow, Suffolk, NR32 4TZ, Suffolk Wildlife
Trust
Contact: 01502 564250 9:00am - 12:00pm. Come along and spend a few hours doing some practical
conservation work. It is a great way to meet people, see parts of the reserve you wouldn't normally see, learn new skills and
get some exercise. Please ring beforehand to check there are places available. Through to 25 November
Thursday
Hampton Nature Reserve Volunteer Work Party
Hampton Nature Reserve; Orton Pit SSSI,
Froglife
Contact: Liz Morrison 07977 250048, liz.morrison@froglife.org, http://c-js.co.uk/1jxdUap Gain access to this
fantastic private reserve. Join Froglife to monitor amphibians, reptiles, water voles and butterflies. Take part in vital habitat
management tasks. We support research projects and encourage volunteers to develop their professional skills. Enjoy baked
potatoes and hot drinks by the bonfire with our friendly group.
Saturday
2nd Saturday of every month Conservation Workday
Haslingfield Rd, Barton, Cambridge, CB23
7AG, The Countryside Restoration Trust
Contact: Kenny MacKay 01223 262999,
kenny@countrysiderestorationtrust.com, http://c-js.co.uk/1wPUtsD Conservation activities include: Tree planting, hedge
laying and gapping up, coppicing Osiers & scrub, pond maintenance and creation, removing invasive species, nest box
building, maintenance, woodland management and much more dependent on the time of year.
Sunday
Work day
Cambridge, Cambridge Conservation Volunteers
Contact: info@ccv.org.uk,
www.ccv.org.uk
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Outdoor Conservation Volunteering
National Trust Properties in and near Cambridgeshire, Cambridge National Trust
Volunteers
Contact: CNTV 01223 206000, enquiries@cntv.org.uk, www.cntv.org.uk Come and help the Cambridge
National Trust Volunteers with outdoor tasks at National Trust Properties in and near Cambridgeshire on most Sundays. No
experience needed. 10am to 4pm. Please contact the group beforehand for details.
Alternate Sundays Work Days Norfolk, Norfolk National Trust Volunteers Contact: membership@norfolkntv.co.uk,
http://www.norfolkntv.co.uk/ We carry out practical outdoor conservation work at weekends, on properties & land owned by
the National Trust within Norfolk. Volunteers don't have to be super fit, just prepared to give it a go. New members are always
welcome.
Various
Weekend morning once a month
Woodland Conservation Volunteers Portal Woodlands, Martlesham, Suffolk,
Portal Woodlands Conservation Group Contact: pwcg.martlesham@gmail.com, http://pwcg.onesuffolk.net Meet around
10am. We carry out tasks such as habitat creation, pruning, path maintenance, tree planting & host a number of events such
as bat & glow worm walks within the woods. The woods & surrounding area are rich in wartime history & the woods contain
two bronze-age burial mounds.
Tuesdays & Thursdays Volunteer Work Days
Norfolk Broads, Norwich, Natural England
Contact: John White
07899 901566, john.white@naturalengland.org.uk Join a friendly team working on NNRs in the Norfolk Broads. We offer
variety of practical management tasks, species monitoring, public engagement and more. Full training and PPE provided. Suit
those of a practical nature who are physically fit & can work outdoors in all weathers. No previous experience necessary.
Various days Suffolk Coast & Heaths Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty Volunteers
Various locations
throughout the Suffolk Coast & Heaths AONB, Coast & Heaths AONB Contact: Neil Lister 01394 384948/07920 577271,
neil.lister@suffolk.gov.uk, http://c-js.co.uk/1v5uDWJ Our Volunteer Scheme has been running for over 5 years and we would
love to hear from you! A chance to work in the great outdoors, helping with conservation and access work such as
clearance/maintenance of our long distance recreation routes, surveys, landscape improvements and habitat management.
England – Midlands
Saturday 1
Work party
repeated Tues 24 Burslem Arm, Stoke on Trent. IWA North Staffordshire & South
Cheshire Branch supporting the Burslem Port Trust Contact: Steve Wood 07976 805858, steve.wood@waterways.org.uk
10am to 3pm. Please wear old clothes, stout shoes & bring waterproofs & a packed lunch if staying all day.
Sunday 9
Fortnightly work party repeated Tues 25 Northampton Arm, IWA Northampton Branch
Contact:
Geoff Wood geoff.wood@waterways.org.uk Help maintain the waterway follow the Branch's adoption of the navigation. Work
usually includes a variety of tasks such as painting, vegetation clearance and litter picking. Location is dependant on work
completed at the previous work party so is still to be confirmed. All volunteers are welcome and should wear sturdy shoes, old
clothes, be prepared for the weather and bring a packed lunch.
Work party
Sleaford, IWA Lincolnshire Branch supporting Sleaford Navigation Trust Contact: Chris or Steve Hayes
01522 689460, workparties@sleafordnavigation.co.uk, http://c-js.co.uk/1K4fOcz Volunteers carry out a variety of tasks to
maintain the navigable section of the Sleaford Navigation at these work parties. Dates are subject to change so check the
Trust’s Facebook page
Wednesday 12 Monthly work party On the Staffordshire & Worcestershire Canal, IWA Birmingham, Black Country &
Worcestershire Branch Contact: David Struckett by email david.struckett@waterways.org.uk or phone 07976 746225.
Tasks to include painting, tidying & vegetation clearance at a location to be confirmed. Please wear old clothes, stout shoes
& bring waterproofs & a packed lunch if staying all day.
Thursday 13
Monthly work party on the Uttoxeter Canal Meet at 9.30am at Denstone Village Hall, College Rd,
Denstone, Uttoxeter, Staffordshire ST14 5HR, IWA North Staffordshire & South Cheshire Branch & the Caldon & Uttoxeter
Canals Trust Contact: Robert Frost 07743 628091, robert.frost@waterways.org.uk 10am to 3pm. No parking available at
site so meet for a lift, or meet on site at Bridge 70 at 10am having made your own way on foot. Please wear old clothes, stout
shoes & bring waterproofs & a packed lunch if staying all day.
Friday 14
Clean Up (2 days) Milton Keynes, IWA Milton Keynes Branch sponsored by Wyvern Shipping Co &
supported by Canal & River Trust
Contact: Philip Strangeway philip.strangeway@waterways.org.uk
Everyone is welcome whether on a boat or on foot. Hi-vis jackets, gloves and hard hats etc. are provided, but please bring
your own safety footwear. Tea and coffee are provided, but please bring your own lunch.
Sunday 23
Grand Union Canal Clean-Up
Warwick, IWA Warwickshire Branch
Contact: Brian
Bayston brian.bayston@waterways.org.uk 9.30am – 1pm. Meet at Bridge 46 of the Grand Union in Warwick. Parking at
Emscote Road, Warwick CV34 5QJ.
Thursday 27
Work party
Congleton, IWA North Staffordshire & South Cheshire Branch Contact: Bob Luscombe
07710 054848, bob.luscombe@waterways.org.uk 10am to approximately 12.30pm. Work will include vegetation clearance
& litter picking to help improve the environment around Congleton Railway Station, the Macclesfield Canal Towpath &
Hightown. All tools will be provided, please wear old clothes & stout shoes & take waterproofs in case of rain.
Monday Every other Monday
Survey Force
Brandon Marsh Nature Centre, Warwickshire Wildlife
Trust
Contact: Sarah Brooks 024 76302912 ext 224, sarah.brooks@wkwt.org.uk,
http://www.warwickshirewildlifetrust.org.uk/survey-force After a successful start last year, Survey Force have collected up-todate species lists for a range of sites which had little or no recent data. This year, we hope to generate more of this useful
information and monitor our reserves to make sure they are being managed for conservation in the best possible way.
Tuesday
Conservation Volunteer Days
Nature reserves in the West of Nottinghamshire, Nottinghamshire
Wildlife Trust Contact: Gary Cragg 0115 958 8242, http://c-js.co.uk/1LbWehD A great opportunity to get out and about in
the countryside. With no previous experience necessary, they offer the chance to try your hand at a wide variety of fun
conservation tasks such as hedge-laying, planting trees, baling hay and much more. Why not come along and help us make a
difference to Nottinghamshire’s wildlife?
Lower Don Valley Flood Defence Scheme Volunteer Day Varying locations in the Lower Don Valley in Sheffield, River
Stewardship Company
Contact: Adam Rollitt 07826 541036, info@the-rsc.co.uk, www.the-rsc.co.uk Litter and debris
removal, tree management, invasive plant species management and other tasks along the River Don as part of the Lower
Don Valley Flood Defence Scheme in Sheffield. Hot drinks, biscuits and Personal Protective Equipment provided. Just bring
sturdy footwear, outdoor clothing and bus/tram tickets to claim expenses.
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Confidence Through Conservation - Volunteers needed! Plantsbrook Local Nature Reserve, Sutton Coldfield B24 0NY,
The Community Environmental Trust. Contact: 0121 747 3579, alicia@environmentaltrust.org.uk or
sarah@environmentaltrust.org.uk 9:30am - 12:30pm Volunteer to help protect the local environment and gain valuable work
place skills; woodland management, time keeping, teamwork and health & safety. No experience necessary but must be over
19 years old. Will need outdoor clothing. Please contact for further details.
Alternate Tuesdays
Churnet Valley Towpath Taskforce
Various locations along the Churnet Valley on the
Caldon Canal, Canal & River Trust
Contact: Tom Freeland 01827 252010, tom.freeland@canalrivertrust.org.uk,
https://canalrivertrust.org.uk/volunteering The Churnet Valley Towpath Taskforce offers a great way to meet other local
volunteers, learn new practical skills whilst spending a few hours outdoors improving your local waterway environment. All
tools and equipment provided, together with expert and friendly support and refreshments
Leicester Towpath Taskforce
Various locations across Leicester, focussing on the River Soar & Grand Union Canal,
Canal & River Trust
Contact: Tom Freeland 01827 252010, tom.freeland@canalrivertrust.org.uk,
https://canalrivertrust.org.uk/volunteering We work on tasks including planting hedgerows, tackling problem plants, painting
locks, mending towpaths & making the waterside a more attractive place. All tools & equipment will be provided, together with
expert & friendly support & refreshments. No experience necessary, but do contact us to find out where to meet.
Wednesday
Nottingham city reserves, Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust Contact: Julie
Reed 0115 958 8242, http://c-js.co.uk/1LbWehD A great opportunity to get out and about in the countryside. With no
previous experience necessary, they offer the chance to try your hand at a wide variety of fun conservation tasks such as
hedge-laying, planting trees, baling hay and much more. Why not come along and help us make a difference to
Nottinghamshire’s wildlife?
Nature reserves in the North of Nottinghamshire, Nottinghamshire Wildlife
Trust Contact: Rob Atkinson 01777 713 943, http://c-js.co.uk/1LbWehD A great opportunity to get out and about in the
countryside. With no previous experience necessary, they offer the chance to try your hand at a wide variety of fun
Practical tasks Ollerton Area, Forestry Commission
Contact: Amy 07747 006450,
amy.chandler@forestry.gsi.gov.uk Work is carried out on a variety of sites in the local area including Wellow Wood,
Bevercotes Pit Wood, Boughton Brake, Sherwood Heath, Cockglode & Rotary Woods as well as Ollerton Pit Woods.
Volunteer work parties Launde Park Wood, Leicestershire & Rutland Wildlife Trust
Contact: Andy Lear 0116
2487359, alear@lrwt.org.uk, http://lrwt.org.uk/nature-reserves/launde-woods/ 9.30am to 3.30pm. Bring your lunch, a stout
pair of boots and waterproofs and we will provide tools, gloves and helmets. Directions and more information on Launde Park
Wood can be found on the Trust’s website
Churnet Valley Practical Conservation Workparty Within the Churnet Valley Living Landscape Area, Staffordshire Wildlife
Trust
Contact: Richard Whiting 07960 875157, r.whiting@staffs-wildlife.org.uk, www.churnet-valley.org.uk
Regular workparties for adults undertaking varied practical tasks. Includes estate work, habitat management, invasive species
control and having a good time. No experience required just enthusiasm. Opportunity to train for a (free) level 2 certificate in
work based environmental conservation
Volunteer Group
Waseley Hills Country Park, Worcestershire Wardens Partnership Contact: George Hammonds
or Matt Royle 01562 710025 9.30am. Volunteers working with the Countryside Service staff have the opportunity to meet
new people, get fresh air and exercise, learn new skills such as coppicing, hedgelaying, orchard restoration and habitat
creation, whilst making a contribution to the management of the countryside sites.
Every other Wednesday Towpath Taskforce
Various locations across Tamworth, focusing on the Coventry Canal,
Canal & River Trust
Contact: Tom Freeland, Volunteer Coordinator, tom.freeland@canalrivertrust.org.uk, 01827
252010 10am until approx 1pm. Keeping the towpath clean and accessible in and around Tamworth. Recently we have
carried out clean-up works at Fazeley Junction including creating a canal-side garden.
Work Day
St Wulstans LNR, Worcestershire Wardens Partnership
Contact: Dave Shepherd 01905 766155
10am
1st & 3rd Wednesday of the month
Practical Conservation Volunteer
Feckenham Wylde Moor, Feckenham B96
6JL, Worcestershire Wildlife Trust
Contact: Helen Dorey 01905 754919, helend@worcestershirewildlifetrust.org
From 10am. Volunteers help with practical conservation management to maintain the sites special features for now and for
the future. This wetland reserve has a high diversity of wildflowers, wetland birds & insects, particularly dragonflies. Tasks
include pond clearance, coppicing, pollarding, fencing and scrub cutting.
2nd Wednesday of the month Practical Rights of Way Management
South Warwickshire, Warwickshire County
Council
Contact: Spencer 01926 737745 / 07771 552225, spencersmith@warwickshire.gov.uk To undertake practical
work on the rights of way network eg: installing bridges, gates, stiles, steps, way-mark posts & clearing vegetation. Excellent
opportunity to gain invaluable estate skills. Training and tools will be provided.
2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month
Woodland Workout Volunteers
Ostler's Plantation, Lincolnshire, Forestry
Commission Contact: Jenny 07747 006452, jenny.boatwright@forestry.gsi.gov.uk On the job training in the safe use of
tools is provided. Help maintain your local wood, removing young birch regrowth from a heathland edge and fence removal ,
and many other activities. You will need enthusiasm. Good level of physical fitness. Teamwork.
Thursday
Nature reserves in the South of Nottinghamshire Nottinghamshire
Wildlife Trust Contact: Chris Kennedy 0115 958 8242, http://c-js.co.uk/1LbWehD A great opportunity to get out and about
in the countryside. With no previous experience necessary, they offer the chance to try your hand at a wide variety of fun
Birmingham & Solihull Midweek Conservation Volunteers Various sites in the borough of Solihull including 21 Local
Nature Reserves, Partnership between Solihull Council & Birmingham & Solihull Midweek Conservation
Volunteers
Contact: Adam Noon 0121 7046636, adam.noon@solihull.gov.uk Very friendly practical conservation
group has run for over 30 years and meet weekly on Thursdays 11:00 - 16:00. Varied sites, habitats and tasks including tree
planting, pond creation, felling, meadow management and hedge laying. No experience necessary, all tools and training
supplied, all welcome.
Peascroft Wood - Volunteer Day Peascroft Wood, Bilston, West Midlands, WV14 9LW, The Wildlife Trust for Birmingham
and the Black Country
Contact: Alison Wilkes 0121 454 1199, alison.w@bbcwildlife.org.uk 10:30am - 3:30pm. Help
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maintain the reserve for people and wildlife. Please wear sturdy footwear and clothing appropriate for the weather and for
working on a nature reserve (long trousers and sleeves are recommended). Bring some lunch and drinks for during the day tea and coffee are provided for lunch time.
Woodland Workout
North Nottinghamshire, Forestry Commission Contact: Seb 07786
114633, seb.tighe@forestry.gov.uk We rotate round a series of maturing Community Woodlands in North
Nottinghamshire. The team get involved in pruning, coppicing, stile and fence repairs, brash burning and more.
Volunteer Group Worcester Woods Country Park, Worcestershire Wardens Partnership Contact: Tanya Feasey or Rob
Stevenson on 01905 766155 10am. Volunteers working with the Countryside Service staff have the opportunity to meet new
people, get fresh air and exercise, learn new skills such as coppicing, hedgelaying, orchard restoration and habitat creation,
whilst making a contribution to the management of the countryside sites.
Alternate Thursdays
Work Day
Hartlebury Common, Worcestershire Wardens Partnership
Contact: Dave
Shepherd 01905 766155 9.30am. Volunteers working with the Countryside Service staff have the opportunity to meet new
people, get fresh air and exercise, learn new skills such as coppicing, hedgelaying, orchard restoration and habitat creation,
whilst making a contribution to the management of the countryside sites.
Towpath Taskforce
Various locations along the Coventry Canal in North Warwickshire, Canal & River Trust
Contact: Tom Freeland, Volunteer Coordinator, tom.freeland@canalrivertrust.org.uk, 01827 252010 9.45am until 2pm.
Recently we have carried out litter picking, lock painting, repair and access improvements.
4th Thursday of each month
Towpath Taskforce
Gailey Wharf Canal, Staffs & Worcester Canal, Canal & River
Trust
Contact: Murray Woodward, Volunteer Coordinator, murray.woodward@canalrivertrust.org.uk 10am until approx
3pm. We carry out a range of tasks with something to suit all, can include vegetation management, painting of lock beams
and metalwork or just generally having a good spring clean.
Friday Alternate Fridays
Towpath Taskforce
Various locations across Stoke-on-Trent, Canal & River Trust
Contact: Tom Freeland, Volunteer Coordinator, tom.freeland@canalrivertrust.org.uk, 01827 252010 10am until approx
12.30pm. Recently we have carried out litter picking and Himalayan Balsam removal, works planned include lock painting,
litter picking and fence repairs.
Saturday
1st Saturday of each month
Towpath Taskforce
Fradley Junction, Trent & Mersey Canal and
Coventry Canal, Staffs, Canal & River Trust Contact: Tom Freeland, Volunteer Coordinator,
tom.freeland@canalrivertrust.org.uk, 01827 252010 10am until approx 3pm. Recently we have improved the hedgerows and
wetland area, painted gates and edging stones, installed bird boxes and generally tidied the area.
2nd Saturday every month
Towpath Taskforce
On the Shropshire Union Canal in the historic village of
Audlem, Canal & River Trust
Contact:Glenn Young, Volunteer Leader, 07775 118823,
glenn.young@canalrivertrust.org.uk 10am until 2.30pm You could be lock painting, bulb planting, hedge laying or one of
many other tasks where you can learn new skills and help make a difference to this wonderful flight of locks. All you need to
bring is suitable clothing for practical outdoor working, a packed lunch, hot drink and a smile!
Conservation Volunteer Day
Newark Area, Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust
Contact: Chris Kennedy 0115 958 8242,
http://c-js.co.uk/1LbWehD 10am - 4pm. A great opportunity to get out and about in the countryside. With no previous
experience necessary, they offer the chance to try your hand at a wide variety of fun conservation tasks such as hedge-laying,
planting trees, baling hay and much more. Why not come along and help us make a difference to Nottinghamshire’s wildlife?
Practical Conservation Volunteer The Devils Spittleful Nature Reserve, Bewdley DY12
1PU, Worcestershire Wildlife Trust Contact: Helen Dorey 01905 754919, helend@worcestershirewildlifetrust.org
9am-1pm. Our practical conservation volunteers are an essential part of the team working on nature reserves across the
county. Volunteers help with practical conservation management to maintain the sites special features for now and for the
future.
Towpath Taskforce
Kingswood Junction, Lapworth, Solihull, Canal & River Trust Contact: Murray Woodward,
Volunteer Coordinator, murray.woodward@canalrivertrust.org.uk, 03030 404040 10am until approx 3pm. We carry out a
range of tasks along the canal including painting, litter clearance, cutting back vegetation and planting.
Practical work day
Hartlebury Common, Worcestershire County Council
Contact: David Shepherd 01905 766155
Volunteers working with the Countryside Service staff have the opportunity to meet new people, get fresh air and exercise,
learn new skills such as coppicing, hedgelaying, orchard restoration and habitat creation, whilst making a contribution to the
management of the countryside sites.
4th Saturday of each month
Towpath Taskforce
Ocker Hill, Tipton in the Black Country, Canal & River Trust
Contact: Murray Woodward, Volunteer Coordinator, murray.woodward@canalrivertrust.org.uk 10am until approx 3pm. A
range of tasks which alter on a regular basis, can include vegetation management, towpath improvements, painting and other
tasks as needed.
Sunday One Sunday a month Weekend Work Parties
Derbyshire, Derbyshire Wildlife Trust
Contact: 01773
881188, http://www.derbyshirewildlifetrust.org.uk/whats-on Some of our larger nature reserves have work parties at the
weekends, carrying out practical and monitoring work. To find out what's happening near you check our current events. Other,
smaller, reserves need volunteers to be the Trusts eyes and ears, by taking a regular walk through the site and liaising with
Trust reserve staff to protect sensitive plants or animals.
1st Sunday of the month
Practical Conservation Volunteer
Ipsley Alders, Redditch B98 0PS, Worcestershire
Wildlife Trust Contact: Helen Dorey 01905 754919, helend@worcestershirewildlifetrust.org 10am -1pm. Volunteers help
with practical conservation management to maintain the site's special features for now and for the future. Work here involves
maintenance of the scrub and wetland areas.
Weekend Volunteer Days
Mansfield Area, Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust
Contact: Gary Cragg 0115 958
8242, http://c-js.co.uk/1LbWehD 10am - 4pm. A great opportunity to get out and about in the countryside. With no previous
experience necessary, they offer the chance to try your hand at a wide variety of fun conservation tasks such as hedge-laying,
planting trees, baling hay and much more. Why not come along and help us make a difference to Nottinghamshire’s wildlife?
1st & 2nd Sundays in the month
Conservation Volunteer Day
Northern Reserves, Nottinghamshire Wildlife
Trust
Contact: Rob Atkinson 01777 713 943, http://c-js.co.uk/1LbWehD A great opportunity to get out and about in the
countryside. With no previous experience necessary, they offer the chance to try your hand at a wide variety of fun
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Two Sundays a Month Volunteer Group Solihull Railway Station Car Park, Solihull Conservation
Volunteers
Contact: David Collins 0121 4283269, davidcollins1@aol.com, solihullcv.org.uk 10am, look out for the blue
Transit Van. We are a small friendly practical conservation charity, carrying out a wide variety of tasks on varied sites, habitats
and tasks. Please wear old clothes and strong shoes or boots, bring a packed lunch, we provide tea, coffee, tools, equipment
& waterproofs. No experience necessary.
2nd Sunday of the month Work parties Sleaford, IWA Lincolnshire Branch supporting Sleaford Navigation Trust
Contact: Chris or Steve Hayes 01522 689460, workparties@sleafordnavigation.co.uk, http://c-js.co.uk/1K4fOcz
Volunteers carry out a variety of tasks to maintain the navigable section of the Sleaford Navigation at these work parties.
Dates are subject to change so check the Trust’s Facebook page
3rd Sunday of the month
Weekend Workout Nottinghamshire, Forestry Commission Contact: Seb
07786114633, seb.tighe@forestry.gov.uk The Ranger team get involved in a range of tasks across sites; from coppicing,
brash burning, crown lifting, fence repairs and wetland management. 10am -2pm with a cuppa or two thrown in too!
Volunteer Introduction Day
Blackhouse Wood, Suckley, Worcestershire Wildlife Trust
Contact: Helen Dorey
01905 754919, helend@worcestershirewildlifetrust.org 10:00am - 3:00pm. Coppicing, join our new work party on our
newest nature reserve. Learn about wildlife, get some fresh air, keep fit and meet new people. No experience necessary
4th Sunday of every month Friends of Sharphill Wood work parties
Meet at Peverill Drive, West Bridgford,
Nottingham at 9:45 (but check with organiser), Friends of Sharphill Wood
Contact: sharphillwood@yahoo.co.uk,
http://www.sharphillwood.org/ Conservation work in Sharphill wood. Activities vary with the seasons: path and boundary
maintenance, clearance of non-native trees, tree planting etc (10am - 1pm, flexible)
Last Sunday of the month
Practical Conservation Volunteer Pipers Hill & Dodderhill Commons, near Hanbury B60
4AT, Worcestershire Wildlife Trust Contact: Helen Dorey 01905 754919, helend@worcestershirewildlifetrust.org 10:30am1pm. Working here gives you a chance to get close to some of the oldest trees in the county. Woodland management at this
site helps generate new growth. Dead wood is a key feature for species of fungi and beetle, whilst the fish pond has a range
of invertebrate species. Tasks include scrub clearance, coppicing, and maintenance of wood pasture.
Various
Every Thursday & the 3rd Sunday of each month
Conservation Volunteer Day Idle Valley, Nottinghamshire
Wildlife Trust
Contact: Martin Fisher 01777 713944, http://c-js.co.uk/1LbWehD A great opportunity to get out and
about in the countryside. With no previous experience necessary, they offer the chance to try your hand at a wide variety of
fun conservation tasks such as hedge-laying, planting trees, baling hay and much more. Why not come along and help us
make a difference to Nottinghamshire’s wildlife?
Every Tuesday & Wednesday, some Saturdays Churchyard Task Team Volunteer North Shropshire, Caring for God's
Acre Contact: 01588 673041, ben@cfga.org.uk, www.cfga.org.uk Carry out conservation work in churchyards across
Shropshire with our task team. Learn new skills, get experience in grassland management, hedge laying, hay making and
creating wildlife habitat. Training opportunities in dry stone walling and Austrian scything. Need to be fairly fit and active with
an enthusiasm and a willingness to help conserve nature and heritage.
Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday
Mid Week Volunteer Team Derbyshire, Derbyshire Wildlife
Trust
Contact: Paul Harasimow 01773 881188 (Mondays only), 07732 168942, pharasimow@derbyshirewt.co.uk, http://cjs.co.uk/1SxbTt3 Help us carry out essential maintenance, conservation and recording work across our nature reserves.
Work varies throughout the seasons and the team visits nearly all of the Trust's nature reserves through the year. Work
parties generally run from 9.30am to 4.30pm. Don’t forget your weather-appropriate clothing (waterproofs or hat and sun
cream), wellingtons or boots, and a packed lunch!
Every Friday & the 2nd Saturday of the month
DerwentWISE Local Wildlife Site Restoration Team
Derbyshire, Derbyshire Wildlife Trust
Contact: Dave Savage 01773 881188/07972 223219, dsavage@derbyshirewt.co.uk
The scheme carries out practical work to improve the biodiversity of local wildlife sites throughout the lower Derwent Valley.
This work includes a variety of practical conservation tasks including hedge laying, scrub clearing, tree planting and meadow
creation. All equipment and PPE is provided.
1st Monday & Wednesday of every month Towpath Taskforce
Hatton Locks, Canal Lane, Hatton, Warwick (CV35
7JL), Canal & River Trust Contact: Steve Lambert, Volunteers' Leader, steve.lambert@canalrivertrust.org.uk, 07710 175073.
10am till 4pm (earlier depending on task and daylight!). So far this year Summer, we've painted fences, cut back overgrowth,
repaired towpaths and more. Plans for the Winter include more of the same.
Every Saturday, Sunday & the last Friday of the month
Conservation projects Peak District, Peak Park
Conservation Volunteers (PPCV) Contact: www.peakdistrict.gov.uk/ppcvblog, www.peakdistrict.gov.uk/ppcvfacebook
Project days available to individuals and residential projects available for groups.
Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday
Nature Force
Warwickshire, Warwickshire Wildlife Trust
Contact:
George Green 024 7630 2912 george.green@wkwt.org.uk Coppicing, tree felling and scrub clearance along with various
construction projects, pond work and a range of other physical tasks, often involving the use of mechanical and powered
equipment. Bring wellies, waterproofs and packed lunch.
Wednesdays & Thursdays
Towpath Taskforce
Various, Canal & River Trust
Contact: Suzanne Byrne,
Volunteer Leader 07900 276544 suzanne.byrne@canalrivertrust.org.uk 9.15am to approx 4.00pm. A range of practical tasks
on the Droitwich Canals and occasionally the Worcester & Birmingham Canal
Contact for details
Practical Conservation Group
Midlands, Birmingham, North Warwickshire, Staffordshire,
Tame Valley Wetlands
Contact: Rita Gries rita.gries@rspb.org.uk Minimum 1 day per month, maximum 4 days per
month. Carry out essential work on various sites, conserving, enhancing & restoring natural heritage features. Tasks will
include woodland, wetland & grassland management, removal of invasive non native species, wildlife surveying, bird box
making & litter picking.
Conservation volunteer Hazelborough Wood, near Silverstone village, Northamptonshire, Forestry
Commission
Contact: Jo Roberts 07917 262860, jo.roberts@forestry.gsi.gov.uk, www.forestry.gov.uk/englandvolunteer 3 days per month try 'coppicing' or have a bash at 'bashing'? Tasks are varied, and no experience is needed as
training for activities is given, along with a health and safety briefing. Tools and equipment are provided - as are tea and
biscuits! All you need is suitable clothing and a packed lunch.
Women’s Conservation Group
Attenborough, Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust
Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre
0115 972 1777, http://c-js.co.uk/1LbWehD Ladies, come along and enjoy this conservation work party on the Nature
Reserve at Attenborough, strictly for women only. Times and dates vary.
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Young Rangers Nottinghamshire, Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777,
http://c-js.co.uk/1LbWehD This group is geared towards teens who want to get involved in the outdoors and it’s a great way
to learn all manner of practical conservation. Suitable for 13 to 16 year olds. Free of charge. Times and dates vary
England - North East
Sunday 16 Apple Day Bradford, BD1 2EP, Bradford Environmental Education Service (BEES) Contact: 01274 371303 /
07970 621732, bees@bradfordymca.org.uk Orchard. Event 12 - 4pm. Preparation starts 8.30am, clear up ends about
5.30pm. Please let us know if you plan to volunteer so we can discuss times and transport.
Friday 21 Workday
Lower Fields Primary School; Fenby Ave, Tyersal, BD4 8RG, Bradford Environmental Education
Service (BEES) Contact: 01274 371303 / 07970 621732, bees@bradfordymca.org.uk Please arrive by 9.45am. We will cut
and rake the meadow and other grassy areas, thereby supporting the management needed to keep a rich range of
wildflowers. We will also remove some vegetation from the pond to keep areas of open water.
Friday 28 Workday
BEES UNR; Laisteridge Lane, BD5, Bradford Environmental Education Service (BEES) Contact:
01274 371303 / 07970 621732, bees@bradfordymca.org.uk Please arrive by 9.45am. The work today is mainly to manage
the ponds by removing a proportion of the vegetation and to cut the grass paths and meadow. In addition we want to have a
thorough litter pick to get the site back into the condition that enables us to use it as an educational resource for local schools.
Monday
2nd Monday of the month
Community Work Day
Centenary Riverside (Rotherham), Sheffield
& Rotherham Wildlife Trust
Contact: 0114 263 4335, nature.reserves@wildsheffield.com Tasks can vary from
footpath improvement and access works, to habitat and vegetation management. 10am – 3pm; tools and gloves are
provided. Please wear warm, waterproof clothing, and sturdy footwear. If you’d like to join us for the whole day, please also
remember a packed lunch and some drinking water.
Tuesday
Volunteer Days Stirley Community Farm, near Berry Brow, Huddersfield, Yorkshire Wildlife
Trust
Contact: volunteering@ywt.org.uk, www.ywt.org.uk/stirley-volunteer-roles Stirley Community Farm is
Yorkshire Wildlife Trust’s gateway site for West Yorkshire, set in 240 acres of beautiful Pennine farmland. With the support of
the local community & volunteers the aim is to create a self-sustaining local food enterprise. We have a fantastic range of
roles available on the farm including gardener, cook & cow checker.
1st Tuesday of the month
Community Work Day
Wyming Brook/Fox Hagg (Lodge Moor), Sheffield &
Rotherham Wildlife Trust Contact: 0114 263 4335, nature.reserves@wildsheffield.com Tasks can vary from footpath
improvement and access works, to habitat and vegetation management. 10am – 3pm; tools and gloves are provided. Please
wear warm, waterproof clothing, and sturdy footwear. If you’d like to join us for the whole day, please also remember a
packed lunch and some drinking water.
Wednesday
Castle Eden Dene NNR Volunteers Wednesday Working Group
Castle Eden Dene NNR, Stanhope
Chase, Peterlee, SR8 1NJ, Natural England
Contact: Paul Shepherd 07803 228392,
paul.shepherd@naturalengland.org.uk, www.gov.uk/natural-england Managing the access and wildlife at one of the North
East's most important woodland sites. Tasks vary and include path maintenance, tree felling, himalayan balsam pulling,
etc. Steel toecap boots, outdoor clothing and lunch etc required, but if you join Natural England as a volunteer we can
provide boots and waterproofs and sometimes help with travel costs.
2nd Wednesday of the month Denaby Ings Practical Conservation Task Day
YWT Denaby Ings Nature Reserve
nr Mexborough, Yorkshire Wildlife Trust
Contact: Volunteering Team 01302 853941, volunteering@ywt.org.uk,
www.ywt.org.uk/volunteer Join our Practical Conservation Team at Denaby Ings 10-4 and help with all the vital site tasks,
such as grassland management and path maintenance, needed to keep Denaby great for wildlife and for people. Please bring
waterproofs, sturdy boots, water and a packed lunch. Gloves and tools will be provided.
Thursday
Thursday Tasks Bradford, Bradford Environmental Education Service
Contact: 01274 371303,
bees@bradfordymca.org.uk 9.30am. Woodland management, chopping wood, supporting forest schools.
1st Thursday of the month
Towpath Taskforce
Various locations along in the Knottingley area along the Aire
& Calder Navigation. Canal & River Trust
Contact: Lucy Dockray 07767 383736, lucy.dockray@canalrivertrust.org.uk
10am until approx. 1pm. We carry out a range of tasks along the canal including painting, litter picking, cutting back
vegetation and planting.
2nd Thursday of the month
Community Work Day
Blackburn Meadows (Rotherham) Sheffield & Rotherham
Wildlife Trust
Contact: 0114 263 4335, nature.reserves@wildsheffield.com Tasks can vary from footpath
improvement and access works, to habitat and vegetation management. 10am – 3pm; tools and gloves are provided. Please
wear warm, waterproof clothing, and sturdy footwear. If you’d like to join us for the whole day, please also remember a
packed lunch and some drinking water.
3rd Thursday of the month
Community Work Day
Blacka Moor (Totley), Sheffield & Rotherham Wildlife
Trust
Contact: 0114 263 4335, nature.reserves@wildsheffield.com Tasks can vary from footpath improvement and
access works, to habitat and vegetation management. 10am – 3pm; tools and gloves are provided. Please wear warm,
waterproof clothing, and sturdy footwear. If you’d like to join us for the whole day, please also remember a packed lunch and
some drinking water.
Friday Wild workdays! Skelton Grange Environment Centre, The Conservation Volunteers
Contact: Ralph Walker
0113 2430815, skelton@tcv.org.uk, http://bit.ly/M051F3 We have primary schools visit our site for environmental education
activities. The aim is to make visits to the site the most wonderful natural experience it can be for the little visitors! 9:30am 'til
3:30pm. Please bring a packed lunch. Wear old clothes that you don't mind getting mucky, and dress for the weather.
The Green Team
Skelton Grange Environment Centre, Leeds, The Conservation Volunteers
Contact: Toby
Roberts 0113 2430815, skelton@tcv.org.uk, http://bit.ly/M051F3 Join the Green Team at Skelton Grange Environment
Centre - regular opportunities for everyone to come along and help out with some practical tasks on our site. You don't need
any experience, just enthusiasm! More details on our website.
2nd Friday of the month Towpath Taskforce
Various locations along the Huddersfield Broad Canal, Canal & River
Trust
Contact: Claire McDonald, Volunteer Coordinator, claire.mcdonald@canalrivertrust.org.uk, 07920 295943 10am
until approx. 3pm. We carry out a range of tasks along the canal including painting, litter picking, cutting back vegetation and
planting.
3rd Friday of every month
Woodhouse Washlands Practical Task Days
Woodhouse Washlands Nature
Reserve (nr Sheffield), Yorkshire Wildlife Trust
Contact: Volunteering Team, 01302 853941, volunteering@ywt.org.uk
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www.ywt.org.uk/volunteer Join our Practical Conservation Team at Woodhouse Washlands 10 - 4 and help with all the vital
site tasks, such as scrub clearance, needed to keep Woodhouse great for wildlife and for people. Please bring waterproofs,
sturdy boots, water and a packed lunch. Gloves and tools will be provided.
4th Friday of the month
Community Work Day
Greno Woods (Grenoside), Sheffield & Rotherham Wildlife
Trust
Contact: 0114 263 4335, nature.reserves@wildsheffield.com Tasks can vary from footpath improvement and
access works, to habitat and vegetation management. 10am – 3pm; tools and gloves are provided. Please wear warm,
waterproof clothing, and sturdy footwear. If you’d like to join us for the whole day, please also remember a packed lunch and
some drinking water.
Saturday
1st Saturday of the month
Community Work Day
Blacka Moor (Totley), Sheffield &
Rotherham Wildlife Trust
Contact: 0114 263 4335, nature.reserves@wildsheffield.com Tasks can vary from footpath
improvement and access works, to habitat and vegetation management. 10am – 3pm; tools, gloves, hot drinks and biscuits
are provided. Please wear warm, waterproof clothing, and sturdy footwear. If joining us for the whole day, please also bring
some lunch and drinking water.
Towpath Taskforce
Various points along the Selby Canal. Canal & River Trust
Contact: Lucy Dockray, Volunteer Leader, lucy.dockray@canalrivertrust.org.uk, 07767 383736 10am until approx. 3pm. We
carry out a range of tasks along the canal including painting, litter picking, cutting back vegetation and planting.
Sunday
Work Days
Sheffield City Hall Steps, Sheffield Conservation Volunteers
Contact:
www.sheffieldconservation.org Meet at 9.30 am no booking required.
3rd Sunday of every other month
Community Work Day
Wyming Brook/Fox Hagg (Lodge Moor), Sheffield &
Rotherham Wildlife Trust Contact: 0114 263 4335, nature.reserves@wildsheffield.com Tasks can vary from footpath
improvement and access works, to habitat and vegetation management. 10am – 3pm; tools, gloves, hot drinks and biscuits
are provided. Please wear warm, waterproof clothing, and sturdy footwear. If joining us for the whole day, please also bring
some lunch and drinking water.
Various
Various days Construction of new Wildlife Discovery Centre & site improvements Hauxley Nature Reserve,
Northumberland Wildlife Trust Contact: Danny Morris 0191 2846884/01665 711578, danny.morris@northwt.org.uk,
http://www.nwt.org.uk/Dynamic-druridge A variety of tasks to help deliver a new straw bale visitor centre & make
improvements to the nature reserve. H&S equipment supplied. Appropriate footwear & a packed lunch required. Free tea &
coffee. See website or contact for more details.
Monthly on alternate Wednesdays & Sundays
Towpath Taskforce
At various locations on the Leeds Liverpool
canal in Skipton, Canal & River Trust
Contact: Alice Kay, Volunteer Leader, Alice.Kay@canalrivertrust.org.uk or 07825
196 365 The group plans various improvements along the canal including cutting back vegetation, painting, litter removal
and reinstating a garden area.
Various (weekday & weekend)
Practical Conservation Task Days - Across Yorkshire Various Yorkshire Wildlife
Trust sites, Yorkshire Wildlife Trust Contact: Volunteering Team 01302 853941, volunteering@ywt.org.uk,
www.ywt.org.uk/volunteer A full list of practical work days 10-4 run by Yorkshire Wildlife Trust across the county can be
found in our Volunteer Newsletter and Task Day Calendar 'Volvox'. Includes a full list of contacts. Download your copy of
Volvox here: http://www.ywt.org.uk/volunteer/more-info, Find your nearest site here: http://www.ywt.org.uk/reserves
Various weekdays Brockadale Practical Conservation Task Day YWT Brockadale Nature Reserve (nr Wentbridge),
Yorkshire Wildlife Trust
Contact: Volunteering Team 01302 853941, volunteering@ywt.org.uk,
www.ywt.org.uk/volunteer Join our Practical Conservation Team at Brockadale 10-4 and help with all the vital site tasks,
such as weed control, needed to keep Brockadale great for wildlife and for people. Please bring waterproofs, sturdy boots,
water and a packed lunch. Gloves and tools will be provided.
England - North West
Wednesday 19 Conservation Work Party
Smardale Gill Nature Reserve, Smardale Gill, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria
Wildlife Trust
Contact: 01539 816300, mail@cumbriawildlifetrust.org.uk 10:30am - 3:30pm. We will be carrying out scrub
clearance along the disused railway line to maintain the superb wildflowers & enable them to flourish either within the ride or
through the woodland. This management also encourages the special Smardale Gill butterflies to proliferate. Please wear
appropriate outdoor clothing. Bring a packed lunch.
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Monthly work party
Cheshire Locks, Trent & Mersey Canal, IWA North Staffordshire & South
Cheshire Branch and Trent & Mersey Canal Society
Contact: John Brighouse 0780 887317,
john.brighouse@waterways.org.uk 10am to 3pm. Work TBA. Meet outside CRT Red Bull Offices. There is limited parking
at Red Bull Wharf, Congleton Road South (A34), Church Lawton, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST7 3AP. This work party is
held in partnership with the Trent & Mersey Canal Society.
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Monthly work party
Chester, IWA Chester & Merseyside Branch
Contact: Mike Carter 07795
617803, mike.carter@waterways.org.uk 10am to 4pm. At various locations alongside the Shropshire Union Canal. Work
will include painting & vegetation clearance. Please wear stout shoes & old clothes & bring waterproofs & a packed lunch if
staying all day.
Tuesday
Work days
Cheshire, the Marches & the Wirral, Chester National Trust Volunteers Contact: Brian
Payne briansue.payne@btinternet.com, https://chesterntv.wordpress.com/ Taking on tasks as varied as clearing overgrown
pathways to building fences, recently laying a safe surface in a children’s play area at Speke Hall and restoring an area of
heathland habitat at Bickerton Hill. After 50 hrs you’ll get NT discount card.
Towpath Taskforce
On the Leeds & Liverpool Canal in Wigan, Canal & River Trust Contact: Alice Kay, Volunteer
Leader, Alice.Kay@canalrivertrust.org.uk 07825 196 365 10am. It's an all day task but staying all day isn't obligatory.
Recently we've carried out vegetation management, litter picks and general towpath maintenance.
Wednesday
Alternate Wednesdays Towpath Taskforce
On the Lancaster Canal in Preston, Canal & River
Trust
Contact: Alice Kay, Volunteer Leader, Alice.Kay@canalrivertrust.org.uk or 07825 196 365 10am until 2.30pm. Work
varies and can include vegetation maintenance, litter clearance and painting to improve the canal in Preston.
Thursday
Conservation Work Party
Brockholes Nature Reserve, Preston, Lancashire Wildlife
Trust Contact: Duncan Goulder, Reserve Manager 01772 872008, duncan.goulder@brockholes.org Assist in the day to
day management of the site. Outdoor work is undertaken in all weather conditions, & can at times be very physically
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demanding. The role focuses on practical habitat management & estate work including cutting & raking hay, coppicing, tree
felling, reed bed management & fencing.
Workdays
Cheshire, the Marches & the Wirral, Chester National Trust Volunteers Contact: Brian Payne
briansue.payne@btinternet.com, https://chesterntv.wordpress.com/ Group takes on longer term projects, particularly dry
stone walling in the summer and hedge-laying in the winter months. Tools are provided. Three times per year, the group
organises a working week at one of the National Trust’s basecamps, where a three-day project is undertaken. After 50 hrs
you’ll get NT discount card.
Alternate Thursdays
Gardening Volunteers
Bickley Hall Farm, near Malpas, Cheshire Wildlife Trust Contact:
01948 820728, www.cheshirewildlifetrust.org.uk Have you ever wanted your own allotment but don't have the time to commit
fully to it? Are you a keen gardener who could give more time to help new starters? Do you want to learn about vegetable and
wildlife-friendly gardening? If the answer is yes to any of these questions then why not come and help out with our vegetable
plot and wildlife garden
Towpath Taskforce
On the Lancaster Canal in Lancaster, Canal & River Trust
Contact: David Hennessey 07500
606030, david.hennessey@canalrivertrust.org.uk 10am until 2.30pm Work varies and can include vegetation maintenance,
litter clearance and painting to improve the canal in Lancaster.
Towpath Taskforce
On the Leeds & Liverpool Canal in Blackburn, Canal & River Trust
Contact: Alice Kay 07825
196365, alice.kay@canalrivertrust.org.uk 10am until 2.30pm Work varies and can include vegetation maintenance, litter
clearance and painting the group has also teamed up with local businesses to improve the canal in Blackburn.
3rd Thursday of each month
Towpath Taskforce
Locations will alternate between the Trent and Mersey and
Macclesfield canals, Canal & River Trust
Contact: Hazel Mayow, Volunteer leader hazel.mayow@canalrivertrust.org.uk
07920 466237 or Bob Luscombe. bob.luscombe@canalrivertrust.org.uk 07710 054848 10am until approx 3pm. Explore the
green and pleasant Cheshire ring, to contrast and complement our largely urban Manchester Taskforce. Tasks will take place
up and down the Trent & Mersey and Macclesfield canals, and will change with the seasons – tasks could include lock
maintenance, painting, vegetation management, planting, towpath repair, wildlife habitat improvements and more.
Friday Conservation Work Party
Cheshire, Cheshire Wildlife Trust
Contact: Stephanie Bossons 01948
820728, sbossons@cheshirewt.org.uk Taking part in practical conservation tasks to include: cutting scrub to open up areas
for other species; build board walks & footpaths to increase access; planting & laying hedgerow habitats; building fences to
help keep the conservation grazing livestock safe; burning brash in controlled fires; controlling invasive species to allow
habitats to thrive; & many more.
Alternate Fridays
Towpath Taskforce
On the Leeds & Liverpool Canal in Bootle, Canal & River Trust
Contact: Alice Kay, Volunteer Leader, Alice.Kay@canalrivertrust.org.uk 07825 196 365 10am until 2.30pm. The group has
focused on litter as this has been a problem in the area, but they also carry out painting and vegetation works as well.
Saturday
1st Saturday every month
Towpath Taskforce
On the Shropshire Union Canal in various
locations in Chester, Canal & River Trust
Contact: Glenn Young, Volunteer Leader, 07775 118823 or
Glenn.young@canalrivertrust.org.uk 10am until 2.30pm. You could be lock painting, bulb planting, hedge laying or one of
many other tasks where you can learn new skills and help make a difference to this wonderful waterway. All you need to bring
is suitable clothing for practical outdoor working, a packed lunch, hot drink and a smile!
3rd Saturday every month
Towpath Taskforce
On the Llangollen Canal around the village of Ellesmere (not
Ellesmere Port on the Wirral), Shropshire, Contact: Glenn Young, Volunteer Leader, 07775 118823 or
Glenn.young@canalrivertrust.org.uk 10am until 2.30pm. You could be lock painting, bulb planting, litter picking or one of
many other tasks where you can learn new skills and help make a difference to this wonderful waterway. All you need to bring
is suitable clothing for practical outdoor working, a packed lunch, hot drink and a smile!
4th Saturday of every month, (except December!) Towpath Taskforce
Portland basin to Hyde & Droylesden,
Manchester, Canal & River Trust Contact: Steve O’Sullivan, Volunteer Coordinator steve.Osullivan@canalrivertrust.org.uk,
07887 684707 We cover a range of tasks including painting, wash wall tree removal, sett clearance, vegetation management
and clearance of litter.
Sunday Work days
Mainly in the North West, Manchester National Trust Volunteers Contact: info@mntv.org.uk,
www.mntv.org.uk We offer an opportunity to work at National Trust sites across the region, taking on tasks as varied
as rhododendron bashing, fence construction & hedge laying. No previous experience is necessary; just enthusiasm & a
willingness to get your hands dirty.
1st Sunday of the month Towpath Taskforce
On the Leeds & Liverpool Canal in Burnley, Canal & River Trust
Contact: Alice Kay, Volunteer Leader, Alice.Kay@canalrivertrust.org.uk or 07825 196 365 10am until 2.30pm Recently the
group has carried out vegetation works, litter picks and general towpath maintenance.
1st & 3rd Sundays of the month Work days
Cheshire, the Marches & the Wirral, Chester National Trust Volunteers
Contact: Brian Payne briansue.payne@btinternet.com, https://chesterntv.wordpress.com/ The Sunday group offers an
opportunity to get out and about across the region, taking on tasks as varied as clearing overgrown pathways to building
fences. No previous experience is necessary, as there is always a job for everyone and you pick up new skills as you go
along. After 50 hrs you’ll get NT discount card.
Various
Various days Smithills volunteer working party Smithills, Bolton, Lancashire, The Woodland Trust
Contact: The
Volunteering Development Team volunteering@woodlandtrust.org.uk, http://c-js.co.uk/1pH7r0p We are looking for local
volunteers to join a brand new Supporters Group to help with the maintenance of the newly acquired Smithills Estate. Tasks
will include balsam bashing, rhododendron clearing as well as opportunities to help organise events, surveying local wildlife
and practical conservation tasks.
Monday & Thursday,occ Saturdays
Mosslands conservation volunteer Astley Moss and Cadishead Moss, Salford,
Lancashire Wildlife Trust
Contact: Elspeth Ingleby 01204 663754, eingleby@lancswt.org.uk,
www.lancswt.org.uk/mosslands Wide range of practical and survey activities, including ditch blocking, scrub clearance,
hydrological monitoring and dragonfly surveys. Bring lunch, water, warm clothes. Travel expenses up to £4/day available. Hot
drinks, tools and equipment provided. Steel-toed footwear and waterproofs can be borrowed.
Every Tuesday & Wednesday Midweek Volunteer Group Pick up in Kendal, Cumbria, The Conservation Volunteers
(Central Lakes)
Contact: Rachel Miller 01539 742612 / 077 40899596, r.miller@tcv.org.uk, www.tcv.org.uk Our
volunteer group goes out regularly to carry out a wide range of essential habitat and landscape improvement projects in some
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of the most fantastic parts of the countryside. Tasks and destinations vary. Tea, coffee, biscuits, transport provided. Bring
lunch, warm / waterproof clothes. We'll look forward to seeing you!
Every Tuesday to Thursday & one Sunday a month
Volunteer Force
Across Cheshire west, Chester & the Wirral,
Cheshire Wildlife Trust
Contact: Kevin Feeney, kfeeney@cheshirewt.org.uk Volunteers wanted to carry out practical
conservation, from vegetation control to fencing repairs & bridge building. We aim to build an effective & experienced team of
volunteers to form a major part in the Trusts new Natural Futures program.
England – South
Wednesday 5 Work day
repeated Sun 9, Wed 19, Sun 23
Stanmore Common, New Heath, LB of Harrow,
Harrow Nature Conservation Forum
Contact: Simon Braidman simonbraidman@hotmail.co.uk,
http://www.harrowncf.org/HNCF_working_parties.html 10:30 am - 3:30 pm. Practical work including bracken treatment;
Invasive species removal and treatment. Trimming of meadows & scrub control
Saturday 15 Conservation Work Party St Giles Church, Graffham, GU28 0NL, Graffham Down Trust
Contact: Jim
Kirke 01798 867026, jimkirke@hotmail.com, http://www.graffhamdowntrust.org.uk/home The charity manages over 70 acres
of reserves on the South Downs Way. Help carry out essential maintenance work of clearing scrub and thinning
woodland. Transport from St Giles church up to the reserves will be arranged and cake provided. Please bring gardening
gloves, strong shoes/boots and your own refreshments.
Tuesday 18
Work Day repeated Tues 25
Banbury, IWA Oxfordshire supporting Banbury Canal
Partnership
Contact: Colin Garnham-Edge bcpontheoxford@gmail.com Meet at 9am, work until approx. 1pm. Tasks
to be confirmed. All tools will be provided, please wear old clothes and stout shoes and take waterproofs in case of rain.
Wednesday 26 Work day
Bentley Priory, LB of Harrow, Harrow Nature Conservation Forum
Contact: Sue
Kabel suekabel@yahoo.co.uk, http://www.harrowncf.org/HNCF_working_parties.html 10:30 am - 3:30 pm. Removal of
Rhododrendron along streamside south of Weald path
Magnificent Meadows project: Scrub Bashing for Butterflies
Westley Farm, Chalford, Stroud, The Cotswold
Conservation Board
Contact: Keeley Spate 01451 862038, keeley.spate@cotswoldsaonb.org.uk,
http://www.magnificentmeadows.org.uk/ A day of scrub clearing on the beautiful Westley Farm to manage the grasslands for
Heath Fritillary. Tea, coffee, biscuits & tools provided. Just bring a packed lunch, suitable clothes/footwear & a bit of energy!
Everyone welcome & no experience necessary. Please book.
Sunday 30 National Coppice Day
Lower Woods, Wickwar, Gloucestershire, GL9 1BY, Gloucestershire Wildlife
Trust
Contact: 01452 383333, info@gloucestershirewildlifetrust.co.uk 10:30am - 3:00pm. Get involved in coppicing a
woodland compartment, learn how to make charcoal and have a go at carving and turning greenwood! There will also be a
roaring fire, tea and coffee available and a product stand where you can buy sustainable green wood products, charcoal and
order your firewood for the winter months!
Tuesday
Hounslow Heath Green Gym
Hounslow Heath, London, TCV Green Gym
Contact: Nadia 07801
686014, n.ward@tcv.org.uk We aim to improve volunteer's health & wellbeing through practical outdoor activities. Our FREE
weekly Green Gym sessions start at 10.45am, meeting point by the visitor centre by Hounslow Heath main car park. At Green
Gym we start with some gentle exercises before we begin, & finish the session with stretches to help prevent injury.
Wildspace! Volunteers Parndon Wood, Harlow, Harlow Council Contact: 01279 446877, patrick.bailly@harlow.gov.uk
10 am to 1 pm. We are involved in a wide range of tasks including tree planting, seed collecting, tree felling, scrub bashing,
pond work, building and repairs to countryside furniture wood chopping and stacking to name but a few.
Blue house Farm work party
Blue House Farm Nature Reserve, North Fambridge Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 6GU,
Essex Wildlife Trust Contact: 01621 740687 10:00am - 4:00pm.
Practical Conservation Volunteering
Mile End, London, E3 4PX, The Friends of Tower Hamlets Cemetery
Park
Contact: 0208 9831277, contact@fothcp.org, www.fothcp.org 10am - 4pm. Join our volunteer group & help to
carry out practical conservation work at this beautiful woodland site. This is an ideal opportunity to gain hands-on experience
of practical conservation work, spot local wildlife, keep fit, and meet new people! Please wear suitable clothing and
footwear.
Essex Community Tree Nursery Volunteering
Weald Country Park, The Conservation Volunteers
Contact:
Nicola Downs 01206 764470, essex@tcv.org.uk, www.tcv.org.uk Collect, sow and grow native tree seeds with Essex
provenance. Tasks vary but could include anything from seed sowing to small construction tasks. All abilities are welcome but
booking is essential.
Work Day
Brighton, Brighton Conservation Volunteers Contact: www.brightonconservationvolunteers.org
A group of countryside enthusiasts who share the enjoyment of working outdoors, the challenge of learning new skills and the
satisfaction of making a contribution to the community.
Wallingford Green Gym Wallingford, South Oxfordshire, Wallingford Green Gym Contact:
www.wallingfordgreengym.org.uk A small community group engaged in improving the local rural environment. 10am 1pm Sites across South Oxfordshire
Wednesday
Woodland conservation and allotment group
March Wood, Bethersden Road, Nr Ashford Kent,
The March Wood Project CIC Contact: Karen Little & Mark Wood 07909 031034/07874 678792,
marchwoodproject@gmail.com, www.marchwoodproject.com Helping to clear brambles, ditches, brash as well as helping at
times to manage our allotment with weeding, planting, potting, watering
Tring Park woodland working party
Tring Park, Tring, Hertfordshire, The Woodland Trust
Contact: The
Volunteering Development Team volunteering@woodlandtrust.org.uk, http://c-js.co.uk/1T4X3eo We are looking for
volunteers to join a brand new working party group to help with the maintenance and restoration of the woods including tasks
such as laurel clearing and general maintenance in the woods. No experience is necessary for this role, training and support
will be provided.
Greenteam Volunteers Throughout Harlow, Harlow Council
Contact: 01279 446877, patrick.bailly@harlow.gov.uk
The team is involved in a wide range of tasks in our fantastic array of open spaces, including wildflower meadows and river
valleys to our many ancient woodlands. Tasks include tree planting, seed collecting, tree felling, scrub bashing, pond work,
building and repairs to countryside furniture wood chopping and stacking to name but a few.
Chelmsford Biodiversity Action Team
Chelmsford Train Station, The Conservation Volunteers Contact: Carla Davis
01206 764470, essex@tcv.org.uk, www.tcv.org.uk Our practical activities in Essex are very diverse and can include
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everything from improving urban nature reserves and wildlife gardens to habitat management in larger country parks. We
provide tools and training to carry out the tasks, you just need appropriate clothing and a packed lunch. Booking is essential.
Green Gym volunteers Cassiobury Park, Watford WD18 7HY, TCV - The Conservation Volunteers
Contact: Maria
Schlatter 07717 494476, gg-watford@tcv.org.uk 10am - 1pm Gyms are fun and free, year-round, outdoor volunteering
sessions where you will be guided in practical conservation activities such as planting trees, sowing meadows and cultivating
crops, establishing wildlife ponds, coppicing and weeding invasive plants, as well as building wildlife habitats.
Conservation Volunteering
Beam Parklands, off Oval Road North, Dagenham, RM10 9EH, London Borough of
Barking & Dagenham Ranger Service
Contact: Andrew Flegg, 07875 993515, andrew.flegg@lbbd.gov.uk Join the
Park Ranger as we undertake conservation activities at Beam Parklands. Whether you’re a conservationist, avid wildlife
watcher or would just like to give something back to the environment then please join us. Please wear sensible clothing and
footwear. Tea, coffee and biscuits provided. (10.30am-2pm)
Practical Conservation Task Days
Mote Park Maidstone, Maidstone Borough Council
Contact: 01622 602119,
alanfrith@maidstone.gov.uk, http://www.facebook.com/motepark You are welcome to attend any of our practical
conservation task days. 9:30am. - 1:00pm. Meet at the volunteer office next to the café. Other volunteering opportunities
available including, Administration, Stewarding, Delivering fun events.
Winter conservation work parties
Heyshott Escarpment, Sussex Branch Butterfly Conservation
Contact: Neil
Hulme 07778 306816 or Mark Colvin 07818 405859 One of the aims of the project is to create and maintain habitat corridors
at this nationally important site for the rare Duke of Burgundy. This is an extremely exciting project and one where positive
management and hard work continues to improve the chalk downland habitat.
Wednesday
Working party Stanmore area, usually working on Stanmore Common, Stanmore Country Park and
Bentley Priory, LB of Harrow, Harrow Nature Conservation Forum
Contact: Contact: John Hollingdale
hollhu@yahoo.co.uk, http://www.harrowncf.org/HNCF_working_parties.html Meet 10:30am at Stanmore Common car park,
off Warren Lane, close to the Priory Drive stop on the 142 bus. From there we will walk or arrange transport to the site where
we are working.
Twice a month on a Wednesday Colne Valley Park Conservation Volunteers
Colne Valley Park Visitor Centre,
Denham Court Drive, Denham, Bucks, UB9 5PG, Groundwork South
Contact: Steven Ord 07718 043080,
steven.ord@groundwork.org.uk, www.colnevalleypark.org.uk Time 10am - 4pm. Our new mid week team will be going
across our 5 nature reserves within the Colne Valley conducting habitat management and wildlife surveys. Refreshments
provided. Limited transport available from the visitor centre.
One Wednesday a month
Woodland working party Tring, Hertfordshire, The Woodland Trust
Contact:
volunteering@woodlandtrust.org.uk, http://c-js.co.uk/1vT0FGE We are looking for volunteers to join a brand new working
party group to help with the maintenance and restoration of the woods including tasks such as rhodedendron clearing and
general maintenance in the woods. The working parties will run from 10am - 3pm once a month.
Thursday
Thursday Work Party Volunteer Dungeness, Kent, RSPB
Contact: Alan Kell 07860 783338,
alan.kell@rspb.org.uk Come and join a friendly team of staff and volunteers to give nature a home, by carrying out a range
of habitat management and estate maintenance tasks on this truly spectacular RSPB reserve.
Green Thursday Volunteers
High Wycombe, Chiltern Rangers
Contact: 01494 474486,
info@chilternrangers.co.uk Meet 10.00am in the car park adjacent to the swimming pool on The Rye. Volunteers work to
improve local sites for the benefit of people and wildlife. Help manage woodlands and other reserves, carrying out a variety of
tasks. Recently we have carried out some tree safety work, coppicing, thinning, planting and litter clearing
Forest Gardening/Permaculture volunteering Opportunity South London, Streatham Hill, Private house
Contact:
07901 036220 9.30 till 5 pm. Feel free to come just for a few hours. Help set up a forest garden on a one acre private land.
We have planted trees last winter, have just sown 2 wildflower meadows and are now designing the shrub layer and
groundcover.
1st Thursday of the month
Radley Lakes Group
Sandles Building, Thrupp Lake, Radley, Earth
Trust
Contact: 01865 409413, volunteering@earthtrust.org.uk telephone on the day 07982 218493 10am - 1pm.
Gloves, tools and hot drinks are provided but please bring a packed lunch if you intend to stay for the afternoon. Sturdy
footwear and warm/waterproof clothing are essential.
2nd Thursday of the month (except winter)
Invertebrate Tales Monthly Survey Work Party
Earth Trust
Centre, Little Wittenham, OX14 4QZ, Earth Trust
Contact: 01865 407792, steve.gregory@earthtrust.org.uk telephone on
the day: 07804 966595 10am - 4pm. No experience necessary, you will be given relevant training and help. All necessary
equipment provided. Please bring a packed lunch. Sturdy footwear and warm/waterproof clothing needed. The work we do
is seasonal, and weather dependent, but tasks will be varied.
Friday Practical conservation group
Little Belhus Country Park, South Ockendon, Thurrock, RM15 5TT, Rural
Arisings
Contact: 07725 246192 or 01708 857245, dhrutibell@ruralarisings.co.uk 10am. Help us with the habitat
creation and management for a brand new country park.
Friday Group
Little Wittenham, OX14 4QZ, Earth Trust
Contact: 01865 409 413, volunteering@earthtrust.org.uk
9am - 4pm. Gloves, tools and hot drinks are provided but please bring a packed lunch if you intend to stay for the afternoon.
Sturdy footwear and warm/waterproof clothing are essential.
Saturday
Oasis Garden Green Gym
Camden, London, The Conservation Volunteers
Contact:
Michele Taylor 07717 494476, gg-oasis@tcv.org.uk, www.tcv.org.uk/oasis Come help us plant and sow this newly
developed community food growing garden. Join in get fit, meet new people and learn new skills. Please wear clothing
suitable for outdoor work. Tea, coffee and biscuits provided. 10am-1pm.
1st and 3rd Saturday of each month
Towpath Taskforce
Various locations in central London, Canal & River
Trust
Contact: Becky Williams, Volunteer Team Leader, rebecca.williams@canalrivertrust.org.uk, 07799 436816 10am –
12.30pm or 1.30pm – 4pm. Come for the morning or afternoon or bring a packed lunch and stay all day! Recently we’ve
blitzed floating litter, spruced up locks with a new coat of paint and tidied up our towpaths by clearing litter and cutting back
overgrown vegetation
2nd Saturday of the month Practical Conservation Task Allen's Field, Liddel Way, South Acot, SL5 9UT, Groundwork
South
Contact: Steven Ord 07718 043080, steven.ord@groundwork.org.uk 9.30 - 12.30. Join us in our work to enhance
Allen's field for people and nature. Each month we conduct a variety of practical tasks including path vegetation cutback,
infrastructure repairs and scrub bashing. Refreshments provided.
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Colne Valley Park Conservation Volunteers
Arthur Jacobs Nature Reserve, Stanwell Road, Horton, Groundwork
South
Contact: Steven Ord 07718 043080, steven.ord@groundwork.org.uk, www.colnevalleypark.org.uk 1 - 4pm.
Come along and help us in our work to enhance the Colne Valley for people and wildlife. Habitat management focuses on this
sites mix of grassland, reedbeds and scrub. Refreshments provided.
Monthly conservation tasks
Meet at reserve entrance on Stanwell Road, Horton, SL3 9PA, Groundwork
South
Contact: Kat Davies 07702 532755, katherine.davies@groundwork.org.uk 1.00pm- 4.00pm. A great opportunity
to get outdoors and active, meet new people, gain valuable experience in practical conservation and learn new skills, and help
to improve the landscape of this beautiful nature reserve. Come prepared for the weather, dress to get mucky and wear sturdy
boots. Bring your own refreshments.
Taskforce for Nature Volunteer
Holland Park, London, Groundwork
London
Contact: Daniel Brittle, 020 87620353 / 07702 942141 daniel.brittle@groundwork.org.uk Tasks range from
meadow cutting, building dead-hedges, pond maintenance, building stag beetle loggeries, woodland management & more.
The improvements link in with the priorities identified in the Local Biodiversity Action Plan. For you if you are looking to try
something new, gain new skills, meet new people or just get your hands dirty.
Sunday
Certain Sundays each month
Practical conservation workdays Hutchinson's Bank Nature
Reserve, near Croydon, London Wildlife Trust Contact: Shaun Marriott 07710 194268, smarriott@wildlondon.org.uk, http://cjs.co.uk/1QO0BBK 10.15am - 4.30pm Chalk grassland restoration, light scrub clearance, footpath vegetation clearance, step
building, fence & gate repairs, brushcutting, timber bench construction. Lunch reimbursed up to £4 per day with receipts, also
Oyster/Travelcards Zones 1 to 6 (off-peak) with proof of journey.
Every Sunday Conservation Work Party Langdon Hills Country Park, Basildon, SS16 6HU, Thurrock Council Ranger
Service Contact: 01268 542066, langdon.hills@btconnect.com, www.thurrock.gov.uk/langdon-hills-country-park/ 10am
start. Wide variety of tasks - clearing paths, restoring ponds, coppicing work in ancient woodlands, and more. Chance to also
get involved with events, shows, wildlife surveys and environmental education. No experience necessary. Please wear
suitable outdoor clothing.
Alternate Sundays with the occasional Saturday Sussex National Trust Volunteer Group Sussex, South Downs
National Trust Volunteers
Contact: julieakenway@hotmail.com, https://southdownsntv.org.uk/
https://www.facebook.com/SouthDownsNTV/ Would you like to learn more about conservation or are new to the area and
would like to make new friends? Members of the group come from all walks of life. We are a friendly bunch and will provide
any new recruits with a welcoming atmosphere and of course tea and biscuits! Volunteers also get their travel reimbursed.
1st Sunday of the month
Practical Conservation Volunteering Mile End, London, E3 4PX, The Friends of Tower
Hamlets Cemetery Park
Contact: 0208 9831277, contact@fothcp.org, www.fothcp.org Coppicing, tree planting,
bramble pulling, scrub bashing, species monitoring and dead hedging, are all part of our woodland and meadow
management. Come along to learn about nature conservation in our quirky Victorian cemetery setting. Each season offers a
different practical conservation task with different birds, butterflies and wild flowers to enjoy whilst you work. Please wear
suitable clothing and footwear.
2nd Sunday of the month
Hardings Row Nature Reserve, Hardings
Row, Iver Heath, SL0 0HF, Groundwork South Contact: Steven Ord 07718 043080, steven.ord@groundwork.org.uk,
www.colnevalleypark.org.uk 9.30 - 12.30. Join us in enhancing the Colne Valley for people and Wildlife. A great mix of
habitats in a small space ensures that the work here will be interesting and varied. Refreshments provided.
North Moor Hill Local Nature Reserve or Caps Wood, Tilehouse Lane,
Denham, UB9 5DF, Groundwork South
Contact: Steven Ord 07718 043080, steven.ord@groundwork.org.uk,
www.colnevalleypark.org.uk 1 - 4pm. Join us in enhancing the habitats in the Colne Valley. Work will focus on infrastructure
improvements, woodland, ride edge and clearing management. Refreshments provided.
Work Party
Two Tree Island, Leigh-on-Sea, SS9 2GB, Essex Wildlife Trust Contact: Mark Bridges 01702 557971
10:00am - 1:00pm. Work parties are held on the second Sunday of each month, with a tea break at half time. Meet at the east
side tool store. We carry out varied practical conservation work to manage our nature reserve. Booking required.
Sunday Group Earth Trust sites, Oxfordshire, Earth Trust
Contact: 01865 409413, volunteering@earthtrust.org.uk
10am – 4pm. Gloves, tools and hot drinks are provided but please bring a packed lunch if you intend to stay for the afternoon.
Sturdy footwear and warm/waterproof clothing are essential.
Monthly conservation tasks
Meet at Denham Quarry, old car park entrance on Moorhall Road, Harefield, Groundwork
South Contact: Kat Davies 07702 532755, katherine.davies@groundwork.org.uk 1.00pm- 4.00pm. A great opportunity to
get outdoors and active, meet new people, gain valuable experience in practical conservation and learn new skills, and help to
improve the landscape of this beautiful nature reserve. Come prepared for the weather, dress to get mucky and wear sturdy
boots. Bring your own refreshments.
Sunday Working Group Bedgebury Pinetum, Kent, Friends of Bedgebury Pinetum Contact:
volunteer@bedgeburypinetum.org.uk, www.bedgeburypinetum.org.uk Why not spend time in the fresh air, with good
company, making the Pinetum look beautiful? You will be provided with gloves, tools & guidance (as well as tea and coffee).
It’s a chance to learn about the trees in the collection, wildlife on site & practicalities of managing such a unique site.
Last Sunday of the month
Work party
Cranham Marsh, Upminster, Essex Wildlife Trust Contact: Tony Gunton
01708 220897, tonygunton@btconnect.com 10:00am - 3:30pm. A range of tasks including coppicing in the woods, hedgelaying, scrub-bashing, and brushcutter, fence and ditch work. Booking required.
Seasonal Blitz morning London, Organiclea Community Growers Contact: 020 8524 4994, ru@organiclea.org.uk
Join us at 9.45 for a 10am - 1pm session. We advise sturdy shoes and you are welcome to stay for the Hawkwood monthly
Open Day afterwards. Please do let us know in advance if you’d like to join us for the Seasonal Blitz session. There’s also
seasonal lunch, coffee and cake served all day
Various
Every Tuesday & Thursday
Volunteer work parties
Chafford Gorges Nature Park Visitor Centre, Chafford
Hundred, Essex, RM16 6RW, Essex Wildlife Trust Contact: Dean Williams 01375 484016, deanw@essexwt.org.uk,
http://www.essexwt.org.uk/reserves/chafford-gorges 9:30-3:30. Variety of tasks from coppicing to litter picking. Please wear
suitable clothing for the weather and sturdy boots. Bring suncream and a packed lunch. Tea, coffee and biscuits provided.
Tuesday & Friday
Practical conservation workdays Hutchinson's Bank Nature Reserve, near Croydon, London
Wildlife Trust Contact: Shaun Marriott 07710 194268, smarriott@wildlondon.org.uk, http://c-js.co.uk/1QO0BBK
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As part of chalk grassland restoration, we carry out light scrub clearance, footpath vegetation clearance, step building, fence
& gate repairs, brushcutting, timber bench construction, H&S tree works & many other tasks at different reserves. Transport
may be possible to the workday from the Peckham area of South London, also return journey (space is limited). Usually we
start on site at 10.15, finishing at around 4.30pm.
Wednesday & Thursday
Practical conservation workdays
Braeburn Park Nature Reserve, Crayford, Bexley,
near Dartford, London Wildlife Trust Contact: Shaun Marriott 07710 194268, smarriott@wildlondon.org.uk, http://cjs.co.uk/1QO0BBK At this former gravel workings-turned-nature reserve, our varied tasks include footpath vegetation
clearance, scrub management, step & path repairs, tree management. Lunch reimbursed £4 per workday (with receipt), some
travel costs too. Usually 10am to 4pm
Conservation Volunteers
Across boroughs of Dartford, Bexley, Gravesham and Sevenoaks, North West Kent
Countryside Partnership
Contact: NWKCP 01322 294727, www.nwkcp.org The Partnership delivers projects that
improve and conserve the wildlife and environment of the local landscape.
Every Monday & Thursday
Volunteer Days London, Keats Community Organics
Contact:
keatsorganics@yahoo.co.uk, https://www.facebook.com/KeatsCommunityOrganics 10am. Develop your skills in organic
food growing. Typical activities incl weeding, watering, composting, maintaining paths, improving beds, sowing seeds,
planting out seedlings, harvesting & packing. Please wear appropriate footwear such as wellies or walking boots & bring a
waterbottle & sun protection or waterproofs as appropriate.
Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday Garden Volunteers
London, Brockwell Park Community
Greenhouses
Contact: Kate volunteer@brockwellgreenhouses.org.uk or call Tom, 07503 919973 10 - 5pm. There are
always important tasks in the garden. We grow herbs, dye plants, medicinal plants, indoor & outdoor vegetables – whatever
your plant passion, you’re sure to find it here. You’ll also find a lovely welcoming bunch of people to share the joys of
gardening with.
3rd Thursday & 1st Sunday of the month
Wychwood Wood Workers
Wychwood Forest (West of Oxford),
Wychwood Project Contact: James Aylward 07907 905070, james.aylward@oxfordshire.gov.uk We aim to restore &
conserve the landscape & character of the Wychwood forest & help to enable communities to engage with & act to sustain the
landscape. These work parties will carry out a wide range of tasks on sites that we either own or help to run throughout the
old Wychwood Forest area.
Every Tuesday & Wednesday East Herts Conservation Volunteers
Several reserves in East Herts around
Hertford/Stevenage, Herts & Middlesex Wildlife Trust Contact: 01727 858901, volunteering@hmwt.org , http://cjs.co.uk/1OT9cPy 10am – 3pm. Help look after your local nature reserves for people & wildlife. Tasks range from scrub
clearance, grassland management, boardwalk construction etc. No experience necessary, tools & gloves provided. Please
wear sturdy shoes and bring a packed lunch.
Work Parties
Roding Valley Meadows Nature Reserve, Essex Wildlife Trust Contact: Patrick Bailly, Warden, 07881
815 994, roding@essexwt.org.uk As the largest surviving area of traditionally managed river valley habitat in Essex, the site
is regionally important. Help us to conserve this valuable site for wildlife & local people, with practical tasks such as pond &
ditch clearance, working with cattle, bridge building & other construction work, hedgerow maintenance & haymaking.
Every Tuesday, Thursday & Sunday
Colchester Biodiversity Action Team
Colchester Town Station, The
Conservation Volunteers Contact: Carla Davis 01206 764470, essex@tcv.org.uk, www.tcv.org.uk Our practical activities in
Essex are very diverse and can include everything from improving urban nature reserves and wildlife gardens to habitat
management in larger country parks. We provide tools and training to carry out the tasks, you just need appropriate clothing
and a packed lunch. Booking is essential.
Various days Towpath Taskforce
Kennet and Avon Canal, Canal & River Trust Contact: Steve Manzi, Volunteer
Coordinator 07710 175278, Steve.manzi@canalrivertrust.org.uk, http://bit.ly/1222OvS Tasks vary on a regular basis and can
include painting, planting, weeding, litter clearance and general maintenance, depending on what’s most needed in that area.
1st Saturday & 3rd Wednesday every month
Ewelme Watercress Beds Local Nature Reserve Workparty
Ewelme, Oxfordshire, Ewelme Watercress Beds Local Nature Reserve Contact: Tom Stevenson 01491 836888,
thomas.stevenson@ntlworld.com, http://www.ewelmewatercressbeds.org/ A wide range of activities to maintain this
historical site and nature reserve for the visitors and the wildlife. Refreshments supplied – bring your wellies.
Every Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday
TCV Biodiversity Action Team (East) 1a Connaught Close, off Lea
Bridge Road, Leyton, E10 7QS, The Conservation Volunteers (TCV) Contact: Tom Nandi 07917 267573,
t.nandi@tcv.org.uk, http://bit.ly/1dpFI6u Our Biodiversity Action Team helps manage some of East London’s most beautiful
and vibrant sites for nature conservation. With sessions every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday there are plenty of
opportunities to join in, meet new people and learn new skills. Please dress for outdoor activities and bring a packed lunch.
Every Tuesday & Thursday
Redbridge Nature Conservation Volunteers London, Redbridge, Vision Redbridge,
Culture and Leisure
Contact: Nature Conservation Rangers 0208 559 2316, nature.conservation@visionrcl.org.uk
Would you like to help improve parks for wildlife? You will be involved in hands on reserve management, clearing scrub &
invasive species, meadow management, habitat creation and lots more! Tools, training, tea and biscuits are provided. We
provide full training. However, enthusiasm, common sense and the ability to team work essential.
Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays, plus most Mondays & alternate Sundays
Practical conservation volunteers
NE Surrey/Croydon/Sutton. Downlands Partnership (countryside management). Contact: 01883 341140,
downlands@surreycc.gov.uk, www.downlandsproject.org.uk Come and join in with a wide variety of tasks including scrub
clearance, creating/maintaining ponds, hedgelaying, carpentry, fencing work, surfacing paths and helping to look after our
livestock. Full information and latest task programme can be found on the website.
Contact for details Work Day Dorset, Bournemouth National Trust Volunteers Contact: bnt.volunteers@gmail.com,
www.bournemouth-ntv.org.uk An opportunity for days in the beautiful Dorset countryside and supporting National Trust
events, performing valuable conservation work along with other likeminded people. Anyone is welcome to come along.
Workday teams Gloucestershire, The Conservation Volunteers Contact: Kelly Osborne 07764 655692, 01452 413512,
k.osborne@tcv.org.uk, glos@tcv.org.uk Work alongside skilled & experienced Project Officers to help deliver a wide range of
practical conservation tasks. Work includes food growing, coppicing, hedge laying & pond restoration to name a few. We
currently take teams out on weekdays but are considering weekend work in the near future dependant on interest.
Autumn & winter work days
West London, Crane Valley Project, London Wildlife Trust
Contact: Tom White
07971 077095, twhite@wildlondon.org.uk, http://c-js.co.uk/2dexOqi Focus on creating new river habitats. The project will
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now see six months of work start at seven different sites in Hillingdon, Ealing, Hounslow and Richmond. Work involves fish
stocking. Building habitat structures, river clean ups & planting.
England - South West
Tuesday
Wild Penwith Volunteers West Penwith locations; transport may be possible from Penzance, Cornwall
Wildlife Trust
Contact: David May 07920 816020, david.may@cornwallwildlifetrust.org.uk,
www.cornwallwildlifetrust.org.uk We are a friendly, well-equipped, remote-location group working towards cleaner water and
improved homes for wildlife. Learn new skills – get some fresh air and exercise – make new contacts – find some new
interests – improve a CV – all while helping your local wildlife. 9.45 - 3pm.
Carymoor Conservation Volunteers
Carymoor Environmental Centre, Castle Cary, BA7 7NR, Carymoor
Environmental Trust Contact: Neil Gemmell – Community Ranger 01963 350143, neil.gemmell@carymoor.org.uk
10 – 15:30. This is a great opportunity to enjoy the inspiring surroundings of Carymoor in the company of like-minded people,
while helping us to maintain our beautiful nature reserve. It's a great form of exercise - the emphasis is on enjoyment & the
satisfaction of a job well done.
Garden Volunteers
Totnes, Devon, Sharpham Trust Contact: 01803 731801, volunteer@sharphamtrust.org,
http://www.sharphamtrust.org/Support-Us/Volunteer 10am. You can stay all day or just part of the day.There are all kinds of
tasks to be done but experience is not necessary as the gardener Jesse provides instructions and guidance about what needs
to be done. Please contact first to discuss & have an initial meeting.
Every Tuesday (Wednesday & Thursday also possible) Countryside Volunteers
East Devon, National Trust East
Devon
Contact: Ruby 01297 680507, ruby.cole@nationaltrust.org.uk Join our practical countryside group working on
our sites within East Devon. Tasks include step and bridge repairs, fencing, path clearance, beach cleans, coppicing, hedge
laying and scrub clearance. 10am - 3pm. Tools and training provided. Bring a packed lunch & suitable outdoor clothing.
Fortnightly on a Tuesday Horncombe Furze-cutters - Practical Conservation Work Party
Thorncombe Woods LNR,
Higher Bockhampton, Dorchester Dorset County Council
Contact: Kath Clay 01305 251228, k.clay@dorsetcc.gov.uk
10am - 3.30pm. Carry out a varied range of practical conservation tasks including scrub clearance, vegetation cut-backs,
livestock checks, hedge-laying and coppicing, assisting with surveys, path vegetation cut-backs, repairing and installing
fences/gates/stiles, clearing drainage channels, litter picking and putting up information signs and posters.
2nd Tuesday of the month South Dorset Mid-week Volunteers
South Dorset, Dorset Wildlife Trust
Contact:
James Hitchen 07436 157328, jhitchen@dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk From 10 am. Join the Warden on a practical task and help
to manage our South Dorset nature reserves. From Lorton Meadows in the west to Higher Hyde Heath in the east there will
be a South Dorset volunteer day near you. Booking is essential.
4th Tuesday of the month Mid-week Volunteers Isle of Purbeck, Dorset Wildlife Trust Contact: James Hitchen 07436
157328, jhitchen@dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk From 10 am. Join the Warden on a practical task and help to manage our nature
reserves on the Isle of Purbeck. Reserves will include Townsend, Stonehill Down and Kilwood. Booking is essential.
Wednesday
Wild Allet Volunteers
Five Acres, Allet, Nr. Truro TR4 9DJ, Cornwall Wildlife Trust
Contact: David
May 07920 816020, david.may@cornwallwildlifetrust.org.uk, www.cornwallwildlifetrust.org.uk Located mainly at our Allet
headquarters, with facilities, we are a friendly, well-equipped group working around our beautiful grounds and nearby nature
reserves. Learn new skills – get some fresh air and exercise – make new contacts – find some new interests – improve a CV
– all while helping your local wildlife. 9.45 – 3pm.
The Great Heath Volunteer Work Party
Urban Wildlife Centre (BH21 3RX), Upton Heath, Dorset Wildlife Trust Contact:
01202 692033 Meet 10.00 Practical conservation work on a variety of habitats
EuCAN Dorset Midweek Volunteers
National Nature Reserves, SSSI's in the Dorset AONB, EuCAN Dorset Midweek
Volunteers (EuCAN.DMV)
Contact: Dave 07763 923545, EuCAN.DMV@gmail.com,
http://www.eucan.org.uk/uk/dorset/dorset-mid-week-group/ Minibus from Weymouth and Dorchester. Varied weekly tasks
including Dry-stone walling, Hedge-laying, removal of invasive species, grassland, heathland, and habitat management. All
abilities, training given, can lead to machine-operator tickets.
Alternate Wednesdays Lorton Meadows: Work party
Lorton Meadows Wildlife Centre, Dorset Wildlife
Trust Contact: Community Conservation Officer 01305 816546, sdallimore@dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk 10am – 3pm. Tasks
involve scrub clearance, path and gate clearance, fencing repairs.
Thursday
Wild Cober Volunteers Locations around Helston, Camborne, Porkellis; transport maybe possible from
Camborne, Cornwall Wildlife Trust
Contact: David May 07920 816020, david.may@cornwallwildlifetrust.org.uk,
www.cornwallwildlifetrust.org.uk We are a friendly, well-equipped, remote-location group working towards cleaner water and
improved homes for wildlife. Learn new skills – get some fresh air and exercise – make new contacts – find some new
interests – improve a CV – all while helping your local wildlife. 9.45 - 3pm.
Weekly Work Party
Exe Estuary Reserves, RSPB Contact: Tom Pace 07872 814863, tom.pace@rspb.org.uk,
http://www.rspb.org.uk/joinandhelp/volunteering/all.aspx Working on the wetland sites around the amazing Exe
Estuary. Variety of habitat/estate tasks including ditch clearing, weed control, fencing and hedgelaying. Opportunity to learn
about the wildlife of the reserves and meet likeminded volunteers.
Urban Wildlife Volunteers
Urban Wildlife Centre, Beacon Hill, Dorset Wildlife Trust Contact: Andy Fale 07970
552673 or Urban Wildlife Centre 01202 692033. Then runs second Thursday of the month May to August. A mix of practical
tasks and survey work, there will be something to meet everybody’s needs.
Work party
West Dorset, Dorset Wildlife Trust
Contact: Steve Masters 07557 561624. 10am until 4pm. Tasks
will be varied and will involve working on West Dorset Reserves with the Wardens.
Alternate Thursdays
Pastures New work party West Dorset, Dorset Wildlife Trust
Contact: Nick Gray, West
Dorset Conservation Officer 07824 438974 The group works with local landowners and farmers to restore and enhance
wildlife rich grassland.
Saturday
Saturday, every 6 weeks from 31 Jan
'Don't be a stranger meet the Ranger' National Trust
practical countryside tasks
Various locations on Isle of Purbeck, National Trust
Contact: Rachel Rodman 01929
452306, rachel.rodman@nationaltrust.org.uk, www.nationaltrust.org.uk Have fun in the fresh air while helping the Rangers
care for this stunning environment. Tools, gloves and hot drinks provided. Come anytime from 10.30 am – 3.30 pm. Dates:
31st Jan, 14th March, 25th April, 6th June, 18th July, 29th Aug, 10th Oct, 21st Nov. Run by Amelia Roe 07917 456808
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1st Saturday of the month
Three Brooks Nature Conservation Group Workday Three Brooks Local Nature
Reserve, Bradley Stoke, Bristol, Three Brooks Nature Conservation Group
Contact: Gill Smith 07497 006676, info@threebrooks.info, http://www.three-brooks.info/ Join us for part or all of our day 10-4 carrying out practical tasks for the benefit of
local residents & wildlife. Hot drinks, gloves & tools are provided. Please wear sturdy boots, bring waterproofs & a packed
lunch.
Sunday
Alternate Sundays
Brownsea: Work day
Brownsea, Dorset Wildlife Trust Contact: Richard
Proctor on 01202 693039 / 07718 511432 Varied tasks will be carried out in support of the Reserve Management plan. For
details of boat timings etc please contact.
3rd Sunday of the month ’Seashore Scavengers' National Trust beach care group (morning) Studland Discovery
Centre, Knoll Beach, Studland, Purbeck BH19 3AQ, National Trust Contact: Kevin Rideout 07789 944437,
kevin.rideout@nationaltrust.org.uk, www.nationaltrust.org.uk 10.30 – 12.30. If you’d like to get some gentle exercise, fresh
air and meet new people, join for a relaxing stroll on Studland beach while wildlife watching and beachcombing. Learn about
Studland’s fascinating nature while helping care for the precious beach and nature reserve keeping them safe and litter-free.
Last Sunday of every month
Urban Weekenders
Urban Wildlife Centre (BH21 3RX), Upton Heath, Dorset
Wildlife Trust
Contact: 01202 692033 Meet 10.00. Families welcome, but children must be accompanied by an adult.
One Sunday every month
North Dorset Volunteers Fontmell Down, Dorset Wildlife Trust
Contact: Amy Corton
07970 847347 Meet at 10am. Much of the work will involve keeping the downland clear of invasive scrub.
Various
Fortnightly & on the last Saturday of the month
Wild City Action Team
Bristol, Avon Wildlife
Trust
Contact: http://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/volunteer The group of endeavour to support & conserve Bristol’s
urban wildlife through restoration of natural habitats within the city. Our work involves a wide range of practical tasks. We also
conduct woodland management tasks such as coppicing & occasionally get involved with maintaining good public access,
helping to make or repair steps & paths.
Fortnightly on Tuesdays & every Thursday
Grassland Restoration Team
Bristol, Avon Wildlife
Trust
Contact: http://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/volunteer Team offers free, practical help to private landowners
assisting them with managing their grassland. We work on areas our team have surveyed & found to contain very rare
species rich grassland (97% of which has been lost since the 1950’s).
Wednesdays & Saturdays
Fingle Woods woodland working party
Fingle Woods, Devon, The Woodland
Trust
Contact: The Volunteering Development Team volunteering@woodlandtrust.org.uk, http://c-js.co.uk/1LDhq0s
The work is quite physical, clearing scrub and small trees or path work but everyone goes at their own pace and there is
always a brew on the fire. No experience is necessary for this role, full training and support will be provided. Please wear old
clothes and strong shoes.
Various days Wildlife Hit Squad Project
Eastern Dartmoor, Natural England
Contact: 01626 832330
linda.corkerton@naturalengland.org.uk Habitat conservation tasks (weekend/weekday) throughout autumn/winter primarily
focussed on threatened fritillary butterfly habitats but not exclusively. Partnership between East Dartmoor NNR, Butterfly
Conservation, DNPA, Devon Wildlife Trust and Woodland Trust. Reasonable fitness required.
Thursdays & Fridays
Tree Life Centre Volunteer Days Tree Life Centre, Kingswood, The Conservation
Volunteers
Contact: Jason Leck M:07764 655656 T:0117 9605447, j.leck@tcv.org.uk, http://c-js.co.uk/1D3u6YU
10am. Help look after the community tree nursery area. Activities incl formative pruning, grafting, Dig, cut, and transplant
seedlings, cuttings, trees, and shrubs. The group will also have the chance to take part in local conservation projects such as,
woodland path construction, hedgelying, coppicing, tree planting and much much more!
Contact for details
Task Volunteers Dorset, Dorset Countryside Volunteers (DCV) Contact: www.dcv.org.uk contact
by text or voicemail 07923 498760, dcvpublicity@gmail.com We help the National Trust, Dorset Wildlife Trust, Heritage
Coast, and many others with a wide range of activities including hedgelaying, coppicing, pond restoration, dry stone walling,
step building and footpath maintenance. Occasional days at weekends. An interest in caring for the cside & working outdoors
would be beneficial.
Large Blue Butterfly Habitat Management Somerset, Butterfly Conservation
Contact: Rachel Jones 01929 406018,
rjones@butterfly-conservation.org Volunteer work will involve cutting and clearing scrub during the winter and there may be
opportunities to help with monitoring the butterfly in the summer. Controlling scrub will increase the area of limestone
grassland habitat and encourage the growth of Wild Thyme flowers that the butterfly feeds and breeds on.
Help remove Himalayan balsam Dorset, Dorset Wildlife Trust
Contact: aquinney@dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk
The Return of the Natives (ROTN) is a Dorset focused partnership project that share a key objective of reducing the spread of
Himalayan Balsam along selected Dorset river corridors. Please email if you or your group can volunteer in helping us remove
Himalayan Balsam from Dorset riverbanks in 2016.
Marine Volunteers
West Dorset, Weymouth and Portland, Purbeck and East Dorset, Dorset Wildlife Trust Contact:
Julie Hatcher 01929 481044, kimmeridge@dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk As part of our Welly Zone Project there are marine
volunteer groups in. They carry out simple wildlife surveys on their local beaches, monitoring the health of strandline wildlife
and recording seashore species.
Please see the full listings online at: http://www.countryside-jobs.com/volunteers/workdays.htm
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Training: November 2016
Events
01/11/2016 Making Woodlands Pay 1 Day
National Memorial Arboretum, jointly hosted by the Royal Forestry Society and Confor. Contact: http://c-js.info/201p7PX
A major conference featuring a wide range of experts in forestry and finance will address the perennial challenge of how to
make woodlands pay. The economics of woodland management have changed dramatically in recent years and the event will
advise owners how to tap into new and emerging opportunities.
01/11/2016 Countryside Management Association 50th Anniversary Conference 3 Day
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Losehill Hall YHA, Peak District National Park, Countryside Management Association. Contact: http://c-js.info/2aiDHnK
Twenty First Century Rangers - Looking Forward to the Next 50 Years Whilst offering the opportunity to celebrate 50 years
of CMA, the Conference will focus on looking forward to the issues and challenges that face all countryside and urban
greenspace staff into the future. The programme includes a variety of speakers, discussion and debate, feedback from the
recent World Ranger Congress in Colorado together with a full day of field trips exploring current initiatives around the Peak
District.NP. A variety of ticket options are available. For further programme details and to book your place go to:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/cma-50th-anniversary-conference-tickets-26390971105 For the best deals book before 23rd
August! Early Bird rate deadline extended to 1st Sept.
01/11/2016 Developing your skills for the future: Understanding the impacts of new tools, techniques and
policies - CIEEM 2016 Autumn Conference 2 Day
Crowne Plaza, Nottingham, CIEEM. Contact: http://c-js.info/29gD2NO
To showcase new tools and technologies in relation to understanding, managing, monitoring and enhancing the natural
environment To understand the implications of new policy and legislative approaches as drivers of skills acquisition To reflect
on the potential skills gaps within the profession and how they should be addressed.
01/11/2016 2016 Sustainable Scotland Network conference, Public Sector Climate Action: Pathways to
2030 1 Day
Strathclyde University’s Technology and Innovation Centre, Glasgow, Keep Scotland Beautiful.
Contact: http://c-js.info/2cvLjUf
02/11/2016 Communicate 2016: Swapping Spectacles 2 Day
Bristol Zoo Gardens, Bristol Natural History Consortium. Contact: http://c-js.info/29Xr69k
02/11/2016 Connecting People with Places Conference 3 Day
The Alnwick Garden, Botanic Gardens Education Network. Contact: http://c-js.info/29WPUcm
02/11/2016 Communicate 2016: Swapping Spectacles 2 Day
Bristol Zoo Gardens, Bristol Natural History Consortium. Contact: 0117 925 3931 abi@bnhc.org.uk http://c-js.info/2bu29zS
Join us for Communicate 2016: Swapping Spectacles for two days of inspiring content, interactive workshops and engaging
discussion in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere that provides fantastic opportunities for networking with fellow environmental
communicators. Register and find out more at www.communicatenow.org.uk
17/11/2016 4th National Riverfly Partnership Conference: Riverfly Monitoring and Beyond 1 Day
Flett Theatre, Natural History Museum, London, Riverfly Partnership. Contact: http://c-js.info/2aKhgqH
17/11/2016 NBN Conference and UK Awards 2016: Going with the flow: Supporting the NBN Data Flow
Pathway 2 Day
National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh, National Biodiversity Network. Contact: http://c-js.info/2aEbl39
24/11/2016 CLOtC conference 2016 1 Day
The Learning Hub at Birmingham Airport, The Council for Learning Outside the Classroom. Contact: http://c-js.info/2a05OI1
26/11/2016 Social Calls of Bats Conference 1 Day
Gilwell Park Training and Event Centre, Epping Forest, Echoes Ecology. Contact: http://c-js.info/1M7ZESZ
Download more information (PDF)
29/11/2016 IUCN UK Peatland Programme Conference 3 Day
Shrewsbury, IUCN. Contact: joanna.richards@iucn.org.uk http://c-js.info/29BGwdL
Access and Rights of Way
14/11/2016 EcIA 2 Day
Edinburgh, CIEEM. Contact: 01962 868626 enquiries@cieem.net http://www.cieem.net/
28/11/2016 Access and Public Rights of Way, Law and Management 5 Day
Plas Tan y Bwlch, Snowdonia National Park Centre. Contact: 01766 772600 plas@eryri-npa.gov.uk
http://www.plastanybwlch.com
To develop further knowledge, skills and understanding of the Law and Management of Public Rights of Ways and
Countryside Access.
Administrative and Office Skills
01/11/2016 Effective Workplace Mentoring 1 Day
Birmingham, CIEEM. Contact: 01962 868626 enquiries@cieem.net http://www.cieem.net/
07/11/2016 Management Planning in the Countryside 5 Day
To further the knowledge and skills required to write and implement site and species management plans and review and
update existing plans.
08/11/2016 Article and Feature Writing for Conservation Practitioners 1 Day
Sheffield, CIEEM. Contact: 01962 868626 enquiries@cieem.net http://www.cieem.net/events/1078/badger-ecology-andsurvey-techniques
15/11/2016 British Standard BS42020 Biodiversity - Code of Practice for Planning and Development 1 Day
Newcastle , CIEEM. Contact: http://www.cieem.net/
17/11/2016 QGIS Foundation Training 2 Day and 21/11/2016 MapInfo Intermediate Training 1 Day
Talgarth, Powys, exeGesIS. Contact: 01874 713066 carolbateman@esdm.co.uk
21/11/2016 Designing Biodiversity No Net Loss and Net Positives projects 1 Day
London, CIEEM. Contact: 01962 868626 enquiries@cieem.net http://www.cieem.net/
22/11/2016 ESRI ArcGIS Foundation Training 2 Day
23/11/2016 Report Writing for Ecological Impact Assessment 1 Day
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Birmingham, CIEEM. Contact: 01962 868626 enquiries@cieem.net http://www.cieem.net/
24/11/2016 MapInfo Foundation Training 2 Day
29/11/2016 Project Management 2 Day
Organised by Bob White, AtLast! Training Limited, to give participants user friendly routines and skills to help manage
projects more efficiently.
Community Engagement and Environmental Education
02/11/2016 Managing Event Volunteers 1 Day
Stirling, Volunteer Scotland. Contact: 01786 479593 hello@volunteerscotland.org.uk
http://www.volunteerscotland.net/organisations/training/
This course has been designed to support you to develop the skills and knowledge to effectively recruit, manage and make
the most of event volunteering
02/11/2016 Volunteer Management Training - London 1 Day
St. Luke's Community Centre, Talk Action. Contact: 02073244775 training@talkaction.org
http://www.talkaction.org/training/VolunteerManagementTrainingLondon/
This course makes recruitment, management and, most importantly, engagement of volunteers easy.
03/11/2016 Measuring the Impact of Volunteering 1 Day
Stirling, Volunteer Scotland. Contact: 01786 479593 hello@volunteerscotland.org.uk
http://www.volunteerscotland.net/organisations/training/
This course aims to answer the three questions; why should I measure the impact of volunteering, how exactly do I do it and
what should I do with the information once I am finished?
03/11/2016 Environmental Storytelling 1 Day
Dartington, WildWise Events Ltd. Contact: 01803 868269 info@wildwise.co.uk http://www.wildwise.co.uk
This highly creative, dynamic workshop will explore the relationship between stories, storytelling & the natural world around
us, with its application to school & community groups. It will suit beginners & those who already work with stories.
£115/95/70*
07/11/2016 Level 3 Forest School Practitioner Training Day
The Scotswood Natural Community Garden John Marley Centre, Muscott Grove, Newcastle upon Tyne NE15 6TT, Kindling
play and training. Contact: 07789 723061 mail@kindlingplayandtraining.co.uk
http://kindlingplayandtraining.co.uk/event/level-3-forest-school-practitioner-training-modular-4/?instance_id=140
08/11/2016 Forest School Level 2 Assistant Course 5 Day
Lawshall, Bury St Edmunds, GREEN LIGHT TRUST. Contact: 01284 830829 lindsay@greenlighttrust.org
http://www.greenlighttrust.org
A course for those wishing to assist at Forest School
08/11/2016 Wild Words & Leafy Pages 1 Day
A day to play with words, this workshop encourages participants to find “adventures everywhere”... anywhere. It will offer
activities designed to draw inspiration from simple observation, fostering confidence in participants own skills and
encouraging innovation within supportive activity structures. £115/95/70*
09/11/2016 Working with Challenging Behaviour 2 Day
A 2-day course delving into: what challenges us as leaders in the outdoors; theory on challenging behaviour, up-to-date
neural research; triggers and causes for challenging behavior, ways of dealing with 'real life' scenarios; de-escalation and
formulating / reviewing your own policies e.g. the validity of sanctions and rewards. £250/210/160*
13/11/2016 Basic Campfire Cooking 1 Day
Testwood Lakes near Southampton, Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust. Contact: 01489774406 courses@hiwwt.org.uk
http://www.hiwwt.org.uk/shop/product/basic-campfire-cooking
18/11/2016 Re:Kindling- CPD for Forest School Practitioners 2 Day
Rookhow Centre, Grizedale, Cumbria Rusland Ulverston, Cumbria LA12 8LA, Kindling play and training. Contact: 07789
723061 mail@kindlingplayandtraining.co.uk http://kindlingplayandtraining.co.uk/event/rekindling-cpd-for-forest-schoolpractitioners-3/?instance_id=145
21/11/2016 Level 3 Forest School Practitioner Training 5 Day
Skelton Grange Community Centre, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS10 1RS, Kindling Play and Training. Contact: 07789 723 061
mail@kindlingplayandtraining.co.uk http://kindlingplayandtraining.co.uk/event/level-3-forest-school-practitioner-training8/?instance_id=160
Countryside Management Techniques
07/11/2016 Sustainable woodland management 5 days Day
The Sustainability Centre/Ben Law's Prickly nut wood, The Sustainability Centre. Contact: 01730 832166
courses@sustainability-centre.org http://www.sustainability-centre.org/woodland-management-course.html
This 5-day training course in Sustainable Woodland Management is run at our Centre in the Hampshire South Downs and Ben
Law's woodland nearby. The course covers: Principles of woodland sustainability Woodland types, structure and methods of
management Timber production, timber processing and woodland craft skills Promoting woodland biodiveristy Woodland law
and social forestry
09/11/2016 Woodland Management, Basic Survey and online Eco Impact and Management Planning 1 Day
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Glyndwr University, Northop, , PDT Training and Education . Contact: 01352840955 or 07881700952 forestschool@gmail.com
http://www.plasderwforestschool.co.uk
Whether you are a Forest School Practitioner, trainee or individual with no woodland experience this confidence giving course
is an exciting way of learning through hands on experiences. We will explore methods of sustainable woodland management
and ecological surveys.
09/11/2016 Managing veteran trees: Implications of aging and decay: a case study at Burnham Beeches. 1
Day
Burnham Beeches, Slough, Flora Locale. Contact: 01488 686186 info@floralocale.org http://www.floralocale.org
12/11/2016 Timber mensuration 2 Day
Green Wood Center , Small Woods Assocaition . Contact: 01952 432769 richardthomason@smallwoods.org.uk
http://www.smallwoods.org.uk
The course is designed to provide woodland owners, managers, agents and contractor’s ability to calculate accurately timber
volumes in standing trees, woodland compartments and road side stacks. Also An understating of yield classes, stratification
and tariff measurement and sustainable stock management. Cost £160
16/11/2016 An introduction to wet grassland 1 Day
RSPB Otmoor, Oxfordshire, RSPB. Contact: conservation-advice@rspb.org.uk 01767 693308
https://www.rspb.org.uk/forprofessionals/advice/training/
16/11/2016 Propagating and planting tree seeds for woodland creation projects 1 Day
Cranfield, Flora Locale. Contact: 01488 686186 info@floralocale.org http://www.floralocale.org
This will explore the benefits of seed collection and planting over natural regeneration and direct seeding in establichinh new
trees. A nursery visit will provide hands-on experience of propagation techniques including seed collection, cleaning and
processing, planting out and the later introduction of ground flora.
17/11/2016 Advanced lowland wet grassland: managing wet grasslands into the future 1 Day
RSPB Otmoor, Oxfordshire, RSPB. Contact: conservation-advice@rspb.org.uk 01767 693308
https://www.rspb.org.uk/forprofessionals/advice/training/
22/11/2016 Advanced course in Ecological Impact Assessment (EcIA) 1 Day in Birmingham,
29/11/2016 Developing Practical Skills in Ecological Impact Assessment (EcIA) 1 Day in Leeds
Both courses: CIEEM. Contact: http://www.cieem.net/events/913/developing-practical-skills-in-ecological-impact-assessmentecia
First Aid, Risk Assessment and other Health & Safety Related Courses
03/11/2016 AMTRA (Animal Medicines Training Regulatory Authority) Companion Module 1 Day
Bicton College, East Budleigh, Bicton College. Contact: 01395 562 400 admissions@bicton.ac.uk
http://www.bicton.ac.uk/courses/search?body_value&type_1=short_courses
October & May half term. The aim of AMTRA (Animal Medicines Training Regulatory Authority) Merchants Courses is to equip
those who qualify to be eligible for inclusion on the AMTRA Register of Suitably Qualified Persons and to undertake
responsibility for registered premises. The course provides an understanding of animal husbandry, including the causes and
control of diseases in farm livestock, horses, cats and dogs.
06/11/2016 Wild Meat Butchery 1 Day
Assington, Suffolk, Assington Mill. Contact: 01787 229955 info@assingtonmill.com http://www.assingtonmill.com
08/11/2016 REC Outdoor First Aid Course Level 2 2 Day
godstone RH9 8DU, Surrey Wildlife Trust. Contact: 01372379523 adult.learning@surreywt.org.uk
http://www.surreywildlifetrust.org/events/2016/07/12/rec-outdoor-1st-aid-16-hours-2-days?instance=0
10/11/2016 Outdoor First Aid 2 Days 2 Day
Aviemore Tennis Club, Inverdruie, First Aid training Cooperative. Contact:
http://www.firstaidtrainingcooperative.co.uk/registration/?administrate_checkout_event_id=0
£130 ex VAT
14/11/2016 Tree Climbing and Aerial Rescue (formally CS38) NPTC / City and Guilds 5 Day by Lowe Maintenance
Training
A five day course plus one day assessment. Covering accessing a tree safely, positioning techniques within the crown and
aerial rescue methods. Equipment can be provided please contact us for more details
14/11/2016 Emergency First Aid at Work Level 2 Qualsafe 1 Day by Lowe Maintenance Training
One day Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) level 2. Where you will develop the skills and knowledge needed to deal with a
range of emergency first aid situations.
15/11/2016 Forestry / Arb Trauma Care 1 Day by Lowe Maintenance Training
This is an extremely hands on course so be prepared to get involved on all levels. Covering the problems and challenges of
first aid in forestry and arboricultural settings e.g. remote isolation, difficult access, poor communications, hostile
environments and limited resources.
Lowe Maintenance Training courses held in Settle BD24 9DN. Contact: 01729 825132 info@lowe-maintenance.co.uk
http://www.lowe-maintenance.co.uk
19/11/2016 Outdoor First Aid 2 Days 2 Day
Transition Extreme Sports LTD, Aberdeen, First Aid training Cooperative. Contact:
http://www.firstaidtrainingcooperative.co.uk/registration/?administrate_checkout_event_id=0
£130 ex VAT
Identification and Field Survey Skills - Mammals
01/11/2016 Water Vole Live Trapping, Care and Restoration 2 Day
Launceston, CIEEM. Contact: 01962 868626 enquiries@cieem.net http://www.cieem.net/
09/11/2016 Interpreting your bat surveys 2 Day
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Bournville College, Bimingham, Bat Conservation Trust. Contact: training@bats.org.uk http://www.bats.org.uk/training
This course will teach you how legislation, planning policy and licensing impact on your work, how best to interpret survey
results and how to assess the value of a site and the impact of proposed small-scale works. It will also provide an overview
of mitigation and monitoring.
09/11/2016 Assessing Trees for Bats 1 Day
Abinger Common, Surrey, Species Recovery Trust. Contact: 01722 322539 bookings@speciesrecoverytrust.org.uk
http://www.speciesrecoverytrust.org.uk/Training.html
A one day course giving participants knowledge of legislation relating to bat roosts, a better understanding of tree health and
safety surveys, an opportunity to view and survey a range of trees on site and improved ability to categorise bat tree roost
potential.
10/11/2016 Surveying and Monitoring of Bats in Woodlands 2 Day in Leeds by CIEEM.
10/11/2016 Protected Mammals (Excluding Bats) Impacts and Mitigation 1 Day in Dunblane by CIEEM.
To contact CIEEM: 01962 868626 enquiries@cieem.net http://www.cieem.net/
12/11/2016 Marine Mammal & Seabird Surveyor Training 1 Day
Living Coasts, Torquay Harbourside, MARINElife. Contact: http://www.marine-life.org.uk/surveyor-training-courses
30/11/2016 Surveying Trees for Bats - Bristol 1 Day
Bristol, Acorn Ecology Ltd. Contact: 01392 366512 training@acornecology.co.uk http://ecologytraining.co.uk/book-acourse/introductory/#!/Surveying-Trees-for-Bats-Bristol-30th-November-2016/p/53774658/category=14101223
This one day course is aimed at consultant ecologists and arboriculturalists and aims to raise awareness and gain skills when
assessing trees for bats.
Identification and Field Survey Skills - Ornithology
04/11/2016 Autumn Birdwatching Weekend: Coast and Wetland 2 Day
FSC Juniper Hall, Field Studies Council . Contact: 01743 852100 enquiries@field-studies-council.org http://www.field-studiescouncil.org/naturalhistory
12/11/2016 Introduction to Bird Watching 3: Winter Water Bird ID 1 Day
Blackness Boat Club, Blackness, West Lothian, EH49 7NQ, Inner Forth Landscape Initiative. Contact: 01324831568
info@innerforthlandscape.co.uk http://www.innerforthlandscape.co.uk/eventscal
Free workshop aimed at beginners/improvers. We will focus on learning key features to help identify the range of wading
birds and wildfowl that, attracted by the mudflats of the Inner Forth overwinter here. AM inside, PM outside. Led by RSPB on
behalf of Inner Forth Landscape Initiative. Booking essential.
22/11/2016 repeated 23/11 Barn Owl Ecology, Surveys and Signs 1 Day by Barn Owl Trust
A one-day foundation course on Barn Owl Ecology, Survey and Signs. The day builds up the necessary skills for ecologists
carrying out surveys. Packed full of information this course covers how to identify Barn Owl signs and provides a reference for
getting a schedule 1 licence.
24/11/2016 repeated 25/11 Advanced Barn Owl Surveying and Mitigation 1 Day by Barn Owl Trust
A one-day advanced course for previous attendees of Barn Owl Ecology, Surveys and Signs. The day takes a practical look at
Barn Owl survey signs and techniques and ideal mitigation strategies with an emphasis on self-discovery. More information on
the Barn Owl Trust website.
Barn Owl Trust courses held in South Devon. Contact: 01364 653026 info@barnowltrust.org.uk
http://www.barnowltrust.org.uk
25/11/2016 Late Autumn Birdwatching in South Wales 2 Day
FSC Margam, Field Studies Council . Contact: 01743 852100 enquiries@field-studies-council.org http://www.field-studiescouncil.org/naturalhistory
Identification and Field Survey Skills - Plants and Habitats
04/11/2016 Fungi for Beginners 2 Day
FSC Amersham , Field Studies Council . Contact: 01743 852100 enquiries@field-studies-council.org http://www.field-studiescouncil.org/naturalhistory
08/11/2016 Ecological monitoring: How to design a successful scheme? 1 Day
Haltwhistle, Ptyxis. Contact: enquiries@ptyxis.com http://www.ptyxis.com/training.html
08/11/2016 Trees and Bat Roosts 1 Day
Dorking, CIEEM. Contact: 01962 868626 enquiries@cieem.net http://www.cieem.net/
08/11/2016 Quantified Tree Risk Assessment (QTRA) training 1 Day
Carlisle, Quantified Tree Risk Assessment Ltd. Contact: 01625 618999 admin@qtra.co.uk http://www.qtra.co.uk/
09/11/2016 Heathland Bryophytes 1 Day
The Gateway, Chester Street, Shrewsbury, SY1 1NB, Manchester Metropolitan University. Contact: 01743 355137
biorec@mmu.ac.uk http://www.sste.mmu.ac.uk/recording
09/11/2016 Visual Tree Assessment - Estimating Probability of Failure 1 Day
Carlisle, Quantified Tree Risk Assessment Ltd. Contact: 01625 618999 admin@qtra.co.uk http://www.qtra.co.uk/
11/11/2016 Getting to Know Conifers 2 Day at FSC Juniper Hall, Field Studies Council
12/11/2016 Woodland Ecology and Management: The Basics 1 Day at FSC Epping Forest, Field Studies Council
17/11/2016 Traditional Hedgelaying Workshop 1 Day at FSC Epping Forest, Field Studies Council
Contact FSC: 01743 852100 enquiries@field-studies-council.org http://www.field-studies-council.org/naturalhistory
19/11/2016 Getting to know Conifers 1 Day
Tyland Barn and Mote Park, Kent Wildlife Trust (KWT). Contact: 01622 662012 info@kentwildlife.org.uk
http://www.kentwildlife trust.org.uk
Pine, spruce, larch, fir, cedar, redwood: an introduction to identification in the classroom through foliage and cones. Linked to
next day.
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20/11/2016 Conifers at Bedgebury Pinetum 1 Day
Bedgebury Pinetum, Kent Wildlife Trust (KWT). Contact: 01622 662012 info@kentwildlife.org.uk http://www.kentwildlife
trust.org.uk
Field studies amongst the largest collection of conifers in the UK. Linked to previous day.
25/11/2016 Trees and Tree Identification: The Challenge of Early Winter 2 Day at FSC Flatford Mill, Field Studies
Council
26/11/2016 Light Microscopy for Botanists @ The Green Centre 1 Day at FSC Epping Forest, Field Studies Council
Contact FSC: 01743 852100 enquiries@field-studies-council.org http://www.field-studies-council.org/naturalhistory
Photography
05/11/2016 Photography in Epping Forest in Autumn 1 Day
FSC Epping Forest, Field Studies Council . Contact: 01743 852100 enquiries@field-studies-council.org http://www.fieldstudies-council.org/naturalhistory
05/11/2016 Introduction to Wildlife Photography in Autumn 1 Day
Attenborough Nature Reserve, Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust. Contact: 0115 972 1777
enquiries@attenboroughnaturecentre.co.uk http://www.attenboroughnaturecentre.co.uk
Join professional photographer, Iain McMillan, for a morning of wildlife photography around the reserve. Learn how to use
your own equipment and use Iain’s extensive range of professional kit. The course uses the unique hides at Attenborough to
capture the best shots. 8.30am - 11.30am £35
06/11/2016 Introduction to Outdoor Digital Photography 4 Day
Powerhouse, Llandysul, Aberystwyth University, Lifelong Learning. Contact: 01970 621580 learning@aber.ac.uk
http://jump.aber.ac.uk/?qxdl
This course is for those who would really like to get started in photography. The course is an introduction into general
photography with many of the practicals taking place outdoors. We cover and apply the basic controlling principals of
photography. AC300
Practical Countryside Skills
05/11/2016 Hedgelaying 1 Day
05/11/2016 Coppice restoration 2 Day
Green Wood Center , Small Woods Assocaition . Contact: 07964 934556 richardthomason@smallwoods.org.uk
http://www.smallwoods.org.uk
Practical course covering all aspects for restoring a neglected coppice woodland, including: assessing the age and health of a
coppice stool, developing a coppice rotation, felling and processing, extraction, Understanding stool density, layering and
planting , pest control , Coppicing for economic and wildlife benefit. Cost £140
05/11/2016 Introduction to Hedgelaying 1 Day
Tower Hamlets, Friends of Tower Hamlets Cemetery Park. Contact: 020 8983 1277 contact@fothcp.org http://bit.ly/2bEvtpC
Join us for a one-day introduction to hedgelaying. This hands-on course will combine the theory of hedgelaying with practical
experience out in the Park. All participants will have a chance to practice hedgelaying, and all materials and equipment will be
provided.
06/11/2016 Coppicing 1 Day
Ashford, AJS Crafts. Contact: 07923616608 info@ajscrafts.co.uk http://www.ajscrafts.co.uk
07/11/2016 Hedge Laying 1 Day
Gowy Meadows, Ellesmere Port CH2 4JH, Cheshire Wildlife Trust. Contact: 01948 820728 info@cheshirewt.org.uk
http://www.cheshirewildlifetrust.org.uk/whats-on
Come and have a go at hedge laying with our expert and learn how to produce a piece of wildlife friendly hedgerow.
08/11/2016 Introduction to Coppicing 1 Day
Settle BD24 9DN, Lowe Maintenance Training. Contact: 01729 825132 info@lowe-maintenance.co.uk http://www.lowemaintenance.co.uk
10/11/2016 Hedgelaying Techniques 1 Day
FSC Margam , Field Studies Council . Contact: 01743 852100 enquiries@field-studies-council.org http://www.field-studiescouncil.org/naturalhistory
This course is being subsidised upto 50% through Stories in Stone project. An introduction to coppicing restoration and use of
materials
12/11/2016 Hedge laying 2 Day
Tittesworth Reservoir near Leek, Staffordshire Wildlife Trust. Contact: 01538 381356 n.dyas@staffs-wildlife.org.uk
http://www.staffs-wildlife.org.uk/events/2016/11/12/hedge-laying-course
12/11/2016 Hedge Laying 2 Day
Green Wood Centre, Shropshire, Smallwoods Association. Contact: 01952 432769/07964 934556
richardthomason@smallwoods.org.uk http://www.smallwoods.org.uk
18/11/2016 Basic Dry Stone Walling 1 Day by Lowe Maintenance Training
Have a go at dry stone walling, the day involves repairing a gap in a dry stone wall, stone type subject to site location and
will vary from one location to another.
19/11/2016 Introduction to Dry Stone Walling 2 Day by Lowe Maintenance Training
Two days training where you will strip out and rebuild a section of dry stone wall from foundations to top stones. Stone
subject to site location.
23/11/2016 Introduction to Hedgelaying LANTRA 2 Day by Lowe Maintenance Training
Lowe Maintenance Training courses are held in Settle BD24 9DN. Contact: 01729 825132 info@lowe-maintenance.co.uk
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Practical Countryside Skills - Machinery
03/11/2016 Brushcutters & Trimmers 2 Day
Stirling, TCV Scotland. Contact: 01786 476170 Scotland-training@tcv.org.uk http://www.tcv.org.uk
This course will teach you all you need to know about Brushcutters and Trimmers and will lead to a LANTRA certificate.
07/11/2016 NPTC / C & G Level 2 Award in Chainsaw Maintenance, Cross-cutting + Felling & Processing Trees
over 380mm 5 Day
Skipton (BD23 1UX), Tyro Training (Craven College). Contact: 01756 693 303 nsimpson@craven-college.ac.uk
http://www.tyrotraining.co.uk
A five day course covering the maintenance of chainsaw and the felling & processing of hardwood and softwood trees up to
380mm in diameter. Leading to a nationally recognised City & Guilds/NPTC qualification. Suitable for people new to chainsaws
or those needing official training.
07/11/2016 Aerial Tree Rigging (formally CS41)NPTC / City and Guilds 3 Day by Lowe Maintenance Training
Three days training plus one day for assessment. Covering the rigging and dismantling of trees from a rope and harness. Pre
requisites are tree climbing (CS38) and chainsaw (CS30 and CS31)
11/11/2016 Safe Use of Handheld Hedge Cutters NPTC / City and Guilds 1 Day by Lowe Maintenance Training
One day integrated training and assessment covering pre use checks, maintenance and safe use. Ideal for those in industries
such as horticultural, landscaping, grounds maintenance sectors.
12/11/2016 Introduction to Winching Techniques and Equipment 1 Day by Lowe Maintenance Training
This course is being subsidised upto 50% through Stories in Stone project.To introduce people to different winches available
and techniques for removing timber from different locations
16/11/2016 Safe Use of Aluminium Phosphide for Vertebrate Pest Control (Phostoxin and Talunex) NPTC / City
and Guilds 1 Day by Lowe Maintenance Training
Phostoxin and Talunex for the control of rabbits, rats and moles requires you to hold a certificate of competence to buy and
apply the product. This one day training plus one day assessment will enable you to do so upon achievement.
17/11/2016 Safe Use of Pesticides for Vertebrate Pest Control for Rats and Mice (Rat and Mice Poison) NPTC /
City and Guilds 1 Day by Lowe Maintenance Training
Any one who uses rat/mice poison as a professional (farmer/gamekeeper/pest controller etc) will need a certificate of
competence from Spring 2016. This one day course plus one day assessment upon achievement will enable you to purchase
the rodenticides you require for pest control
18/11/2016 ROLO (Register of Landbased Operatives) Bali 1 Day by Lowe Maintenance Training
This one day course is a pre requisite for anyone within the land based industries who require a CSCS card to work on sites
20/11/2016 Chainsaw for Amateurs 1 Day
21/11/2016 Chainsaw Maintenance, Cross Cutting and Felling and Processing of Trees up to 380mm (formally
CS30 and CS31)NPTC / City and Guilds 4 Day by Lowe Maintenance Training
Four days training plus a fifth day for the assessment. Covering the maintenance of a chainsaw, cross cutting and felling and
processing trees upto 380mm in diameter. Ideal for those new to chainsaws or those needing certificates of competence
evidence. Equipment can be provided please contact us for more information.
21/11/2016 PA1 - Principles of Safe Handling and Application of Pesticides NPTC / City and Guilds 1 Day by
Lowe Maintenance Training
This is a pre requisite for other pesticide application units, assessment is through on online multiple choice exam. Grandfather
Rights unit 1 can be run along side this course
22/11/2016 PA6a-Safe Application of Pesticides Using Pedestrian Hand Held Equipment (knapsacks/lance
from a tank) NPTC / City and Guilds 1 Day by Lowe Maintenance Training
This course is for people who use knapsacks or hand lances from a tank, the pre-requisite is PA1. Training is one day plus
one day for the assessment. Grandfather Rights Unit 2 can be run alongside this course
23/11/2016 PA2a - Safe Application of Pesticides Using Self-propelled, Mounted and Trailed Boom Sprayers
NPTC / City and Guilds 1 Day by Lowe Maintenance Training
This course is for people who use mounted, trailed boom sprayers, the pre-requisite is PA1. Training is one day plus one day
for the assessment. Grandfather Rights Unit 3 can be run along side this course.
28/11/2016 NPTC / C & G Level 2 Award in Chainsaw Maintenance, Cross-cutting + Felling & Processing Trees
over 380mm 5 Day
Skipton (BD23 1UX), Tyro Training (Craven College). Contact: 01756 693 303 nsimpson@craven-college.ac.uk
http://www.tyrotraining.co.uk
A five day course covering the maintenance of chainsaw and the felling & processing of hardwood and softwood trees up to
380mm in diameter. Leading to a nationally recognised City & Guilds/NPTC qualification. Suitable for people new to chainsaws
or those needing official training.
28/11/2016 ATV Sit Astride (Quad bikes) NPTC / City and Guilds 1 Day by Lowe Maintenance Training
One day training plus one day assessment covering maintenance, pre use checks and safe operation of quad bikes (sit
astride). Ideal for those working in agriculture, game keeping, landscaping, forestry etc.
29/11/2016 Safe Use of Sheep Dip NPTC / City and Guilds 1 Day by Lowe Maintenance Training
One day training plus one day assessment covering the safe use of sheep dips, PPE, parasite identification and safe
procedures. Practical assessment and multiple choice exam
29/11/2016 Felling and Processing Trees Over 380mm (formally CS32)NPTC / City and Guilds 2 Day by Lowe
Maintenance Training
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This course is being subsidised upto 50% through Stories in Stone project. Two days training plus one day assessment.
Covering the felling and processing of trees above 380mm in diameter.
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