Gardening and Grounds Volunteer

We have a beautiful, naturalistic greenspace with woodland, meditation garden, lawn for community gatherings that are valued by all who visit us, and play an important part of the life at our Retreat Centre, providing space for thought, reflection and peace.

Tasks include:

Routine and one-off gardening and maintenance tasks (can be as light or heavy to suit):

• Assisting with planting, watering, weeding, pruning, and general garden upkeep, including large shrubs.
• Maintaining pathways, seating areas, and garden structures to ensure safety and accessibility.
• Seasonal work; ie leaf clearing, Clearing fallen branches or debris, snow shovelling
• Recycling, compost station maintenance, litter collection.
• Repairing or marking outdoor signage.
• Working alongside other volunteers to deliver small garden projects or events.

Key skills required: 

• Willingness to learn basic gardening techniques (training can be provided) as experience and knowledge of gardening would be great, but not essential.
• Ability to work as part of a team and follow health & safety guidelines.
• Reliability and a positive, can-do attitude.
• Are reasonably fit and willing to work out of doors in all weather. 
• Friendly and approachable manner.

Benefits to you: 

• Learn and develop gardening skills.
• Meet new people and be part of a friendly, supportive team.
• Contribute to a greener, healthier community space.
• Better physical & mental health and wellbeing.
• Improving your confidence and self-esteem.