The Greenhouse at Barnes Close is an ecumenical Retreat Centre, run by a small charity. We have day and residential retreats, community gatherings and more for groups and individuals to find a space ...
Gardening and Grounds Volunteer
Practical details
Volunteering • Longer term volunteering
Contact person
Caroline Walker
Provided
#111967
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Help us care for 5 acres of lovely green space & woodland. General garden tasks; clearing, mowing etc as part of a group monthly/ individual weekly slots.
We have a beautiful, naturalistic greenspace with woodland, meditation garden, lawn for community gatherings that are valued by all who visit us. The grounds play an important part of the life at our Retreat Centre, providing space for thought, reflection and peace for all.
Tasks include:
Routine and one-off gardening and maintenance tasks, often as group 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.
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About The Greenhouse at Barnes Close
The Greenhouse at Barnes Close is an ecumenical Retreat Centre, run by a small charity. We have day and residential retreats, community gatherings and more for groups and individuals to find a space to explore faith and find peace; for people who come to rest, reflect and grow.
Our volunteers are so important in helping to look after and care for our five acres of beautiful grounds, our 120 year old home (part of the Cadbury family legacy), and of course our visitors.
Could you be a part of our growing group of volunteers as we dream, garden, prune, paint, cook, clean, administrate, fix and have a great time together in a peaceful place.
We have monthly volunteer days on Sundays and Mondays, so it could be just 1 day a month that you commit to us. Alternatively, we have some regular weekly opportunities for individuals.