Volunteer
Whistlewood would not be possible without its fantastic volunteers. Everyone who volunteers plays a part in supporting our aims and objectives and everyone’s input is greatly valued. Our volunteering helps to ensure that we can run our 10 acre Woodland, both administratively and practically. In fact, you may be surprised to read that Whistlewood is 100% volunteer run!
Whistlewood Working Saturdays. We run regular Saturday afternoon volunteering usually from 1 – 4pm.
These Saturday sessions are relaxed, friendly and open to everyone whether you have lots of experience or are completely new to woodland work. Activities may include tree care, path maintenance, habitat creation, planting, coppicing, wildlife monitoring, and seasonal jobs around the site.
You’ll be working alongside others, learning practical conservation skills, spending time outdoors, and helping the woodland thrive. All abilities are welcome, and there will be a range of tasks to suit different interests and energy levels.
We are commited to accessibility for all and have Accessible parking spaces and an accessible toilet. We can adapt sessions to meet the needs of all.
Contact us by email or through Facebook to let us know you would like to come.
Growing Together – our gardening group meets every Friday from 11.30 – 2.30 pm – for more information please click here
Be on a working group – such as our People Care Group, our Nature/Earthcare Group, who meet to support how People Care and Earth Care are delivered at Whistlewood. If you would like to join these groups then please click here
Supporting an event – Whistlewood runs many Events across the year such as our Music Festival, Earth Day Celebration and many more. If Event organisation is your preference then there is scope for your organisational skills! Please do get in touch
Help with running the organisation, such as social media coverage, communications, finance support and much more.
Arriving and getting there:
You’re welcome to park your car in the field when you arrive. Parking is free. Public bus travel is also possible, with bus stops very close to the site. Please check our website for more details: https://whistlewoodcommon.org/contact-visit-us-final-copy/
Gentle start:
We usually meet at 1 pm in the “Hub” for a welcome, introductions, and a quick run-through of the plan for the afternoon.
Keep everyone safe:
We’ll cover a simple health and safety briefing, including any risks and how to use tools safely (if needed).
Learning as you go:
Tasks are explained clearly, and there’s always someone to guide you – no prior experience needed.
Work at your own pace:
Join in as much or as little as you like. There’s a range of activities to suit different energy levels and interests.
Breaks & facilities:
Take breaks whenever you need. Drinking water is encouraged and toilets are available on site (just a short walk away, up to around 5 minutes depending on where you’re working).
Ending together:
We usually finish around 4 pm, often gathering a little before the end to share a brew by the fire. Sometimes people bring along biscuits or cake to share too!
√ The chance to meet other like-minded people and share ideas and enthusiasm
√ Volunteer benefits, such as reduced price site hire, free volunteer places on workshops and food and drink vouchers at some of our events
√ Share in our harvests
√ Learn more about permaculture and get some practical experience putting permaculture into action
√ Have fun and feel great that you are helping to make the world more sustainable
Children are welcome at almost all of our events. Children under 14 and vulnerable adults must be accompanied by an adult who is responsible for their supervision and any medication.
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As well as an active Duke of Edinburgh Volunteering scheme, we can support other young person’s programmes such as the Prince’s Trust volunteering. .
If you would like to enquire please contact mailto:[email protected]
Corporate volunteering opportunities are available – please contact us to discuss your requirements
Email us to give us your details and let us know what type of volunteering you are interested in.
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