Do you love wildlife and heritage and want to be part of helping others understand it better?
Wollaton Hall is an Elizabethan mansion situated on a natural hill three miles west of Nottingham City Centre. It is set in five hundred acres of spectacular gardens and parkland.
Built in 1588, Grade I listed Wollaton Hall nestles in 500 acres of parkland boasting diverse habitats including grassland, wetland and woodland. Herds of red and fallow deer roam free with the lake creating a dramatic contrast to the Hall that overlooks it. The parkland is used regularly for orienteering, geocaching and popular amongst birdwatchers, photographers and wildlife spotters. The vast outdoor spaces are also used for large-scale outdoor events such as concerts, sporting events and festivals.
Wollaton Park Rangers have an active presence on the park, and become knowledgeable about the park and wildlife .
Maybe you are local and know the park like the back of your hand? If you have a few hours spare we would welcome your help.
This is an exciting opportunity for anyone wanting to share their passion for parks and wildlife through engagement, whilst contributing to the protection of this precious heritage park.
Why we want you
Wollaton Park Rangers have an active presence on the park, are knowledgeable about the park and its wildlife . Are you are local, know the park like the back of your hand, have a few hours spare and want to help?
This is an exciting opportunity for anyone wanting to share their passion for parks and wildlife through engagement, whilst contributing to the protection of this precious heritage park. For this role you must be local and have the confidence to engage with people from all walks of life; you need to be available to volunteer each week, to have a good knowledge of Wollaton Park and be willing to volunteer in all weathers!
What you will be doing
- Helping people to enjoy the park and appreciate its many special qualities, encouraging people to think positively and act responsibly towards the site and its wildlife.
- Assisting the public with directions, park and garden history and generally providing a welcoming and friendly face in the grounds.
- Raising awareness of wildlife protection issues such as the importance of not disturbing the wildlife and not getting too close to the deer.
- Patrolling the site and litter picking along the way
- Assisting with various ad hoc events and task days as required.
- Occasional light gardening duties, watering weeding etc.
- Liaising with the Volunteer Lead and Estate Lead
- Comin to the park for at least one day per week
The skills you need
- Enthusiasm for being a champion for Wollaton Hall and Deer Park
- A good knowledge of Wollaton Park
- Excellent communication skills and a confident communicator.
- Friendly and approachable
- Physically able to access uneven ground and heavy vegetation if necessary
- Self-reliant and able to undertake duties in all weather
- Ability to take and act on instruction from staff and Lead Volunteers.
What’s in it for you
- Become an advocate for Wollaton Hall & Deer Park
- Helping to keep Wollaton Hall & Deer Park looking great and protecting the wildlife.
- Spending time outdoors in beautiful surroundings
- Chance to share your passion with the locals and visitors.
- Flexible to suit you
Disclaimer
This is a self led individual role and you will not be accompanied by a member of staff We ask you are local and can commit to an average of one visit per week
