Gardening Volunteer
Friends of Grove Park
| Name: | Gardening Volunteer |
| Organisation: | Friends of Grove Park |
| Location: | Grove Park (lock up next to the rockery in Grove Park), 78 Upper Church Road, Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, BS23 2AE |
| Type: |
Part Time
This role is suitable for regular or flexible volunteering. Volunteers are welcome to drop in and do as many hours as they would like 11- 4 pm Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
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Description
We are looking for enthusiastic gardeners to work on environmental projects within Grove Park. Whether you have experience or are new to gardening we will find something to suit you.
We offer a range of activities including: bug hotel maintenance, rockery and pond work, edibles bed, recycling and general park maintenance.
We welcome volunteers of all ages.
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Organisation Description
Friends of Grove park is a voluntary organisation which has been running for over three years, where volunteers use their skills to improve Grove Park for the local community, enhancing wildlife, organising community events and encouraging people to use this beautiful public space.
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Cause / Interests
- Environment
Types of Activity
- Community Work
- Gardening
- Practical Work and DIY
Skills and Qualifications
Requirements
What we are looking for: enthusiastic people who love being outdoors in most weathers and who enjoy gardening and physical work. People with knowledge of horticulture and construction are welcome, but so are people who would like to develop their knowledge in these areas. We are looking for people who care about the environment and who are looking to make a positive difference in their local community. Also for people who would like to connect to like minded people and have some fun.
Benefits
Connecting with other like minded people and having fun. Mental health benefits that are gained from working in the out doors. They can gain knowledge of horticulture, park maintenance and experience of organising and helping at community events. Friends of Grove park are happy to provide references.
Additional/Specific Suitabilities
| Minimum Age: | 18 | |
| Maximum Age: | NA | |
| Disabled Access: | Yes | |
| Wheelchair Access: | Yes | |
| Expenses: | We cannot reimburse travel expenses, only expenses directly linked to a project. | |
| Restrictions: | The park is hilly and some projects require a firm footing. Disabled Access: Person must be able to get around grove park, we are working on disabled access but not yet available Wheelchair Access : Some areas of the park are easy access for wheelchair | |
| Induction: | Orientation with Johnny or Anne on first visit | |
| Insurance Cover: | In place | |
| Special Needs: | Welcome, but if need support will need to bring with them. | |
| Offer: | Support with gardening knowledge | |
| Training: | Not formal, but on the job training will take place depending on the interest if the individual | |
| Other: | NA |
Recruitment Method
Informal discussion