Who is it for?
- are enthusiastic about gardening
- can receive instruction and then work independently
- want to help a community organisation
- are able to work as part of a team
The farm also seeks to actively engage with people who experience racism and/or are from diverse ethnic heritage and underrepresented in mainstream culture, as well as individuals from deprived areas of the city.
Commitment (days and times)
You can volunteer weekly on one of the following days:
- Tuesday afternoons 1:30pm – 4:30pm
- Saturday Mornings 9.30am – 12.30pm
Main activities and tasks
Working in a group of around 6 – 8 people, you will help with:
- Seasonal vegetable and flower growing tasks such as seed sowing, planting out and weeding.
- Developing and maintaining areas of the garden to be used by our groups and for the enjoyment of visitor. This includes hedge cutting, pruning and path clearing.
Skills, experience and qualities you need
- ability to work independently to complete tasks
- ability to be part of a team and work with others to complete tasks
- able to take own initiative
- some experience of gardening desirable but not essential
This is ideal for someone who wants to learn more about gardening, get some exercise, meet new people and be part of a community.
Support and training
- initial induction
- support and training where appropriate
- access to seasonal workshops
- volunteer meetings with the opportunity to discuss project development with the CEO
The role will provide you with the opportunity to give something to the community and develop the farm while you improve your wellbeing.
Find out more or apply
To find out more about Practical Gardening volunteering, please contact us on 0117 947 1194 or email wellbeing@windmillhillcityfarm.org.uk.
To apply, please complete this online application form.
Due to the high number of applications and referrals we receive, we are unable to offer everyone who applies a volunteering opportunity. All applications are assessed and then scored against both our funding criteria and our vision for a fairer future. We will let you know as soon as possible whether we can take your application forward.
