Volunteering at the Barn

Be part of keeping the Barn alive

Our volunteer team are the heart and soul of the Barn and we really could not run without the passion, dedication, enthusiasm, and experience that volunteers have shown over the years.

Some people volunteer weekly, some monthly, and some at large events which are once or twice a year. We have the flexibility to fit with your current commitments and interests.

There are lots of ways to get involved, keep reading to find out more.

What are the benefits of volunteering at the Barn?

You’ll be part of a friendly community. It doesn’t matter your age or experience, you’ll meet and work with new people.

Improved health and wellbeing. Spending time outdoors in a beautiful rural setting, being active.

Access to events. You’ll get free access to a range of events when on duty.

Training and skills development. We offer external and in-house training. This could include first aid, presenting skills, safeguarding, social media training.

You can join volunteer socials and trips: An annual festive thank you event, as well as opportunities to extend our knowledge around topics relevant to the Barn and to your role.

What roles could you do?

Garden group

You’ll help care for the kitchen garden. This group meets once a week on Friday mornings.

Barnforce

You’ll join an informal group that meets on an ad hoc basis to help maintain the Barn grounds.

Events volunteer

You’ll help ensure the smooth running of events, including stewarding, welcoming visitors, managing the box office, serving refreshments, and supporting audio-visual set-up.

Tour Guide

You’ll lead guided tours for members of the public and special interest groups.

Publicity

You’ll help promote events and activities across print, online and radio channels.

Learning and participation

You’ll support the delivery of school and education activities.

Barn Champion

You’ll act as a Barn spokesperson and support fundraising activities.

Learn more

Thinking about joining the team?

If you’d like to find out more, get in touch at contact@winterbournebarn.org.uk or call the office on 0117 403 1536.

We can guide you through joining our online portal where you can then view and sign up for upcoming volunteer opportunities. Alternatively, we can call you if you prefer this to online communication.

Once you’ve signed up, we’ll be in touch to arrange joining us at an event, followed by an induction to the Barn.