Countryside Volunteering

Why not work with one of the groups of Voluntary Wardens at one of our countryside sites? As a volunteer you can take part in many different activities on your interests and abilities.

Countryside conservation work such as tree planting, hedge-laying and access improvements are popular. It's up to you just how much, or how little, you wish to be involved. We would like to hear from anyone who would like to take an active part in looking after our countryside.

If you are interested please contact Catherine Mowat - email cmowat@westwiltshire.gov.uk or telephone 01225 770361.

View information on workparties and events.

Important Information for Volunteers

• Booking a place - Please ring the contact number provided a few days before each event in case there are changes to the programme. Unless otherwise stated, the contact is Cath Mowat on 01225 770361.
• Where to meet - For events at Southwick Country Park meet in the car park on the A361 Frome Road between Trowbridge and Southwick. If you are late, please see the noticeboard just inside the park to find out where we are.
• Health - we recommend that you have an up to date tetanus vaccination.
• What to bring - tools, gloves and training are provided. All you need are some old clothes, waterproofs and a packed lunch if the event lasts all day. We will provide hot drinks and biscuits
• Footwear - Stout footwear such as safety boots or walking boots is recommended, ideally with steel toecaps. On some of the wetter sites wellies can come in handy!
• Young People - All young people aged 17 or under must be accompanied by an adult and are not covered by the Wildlife Trusts' insurance. The young person requires written permission from their parents to attend a consevation. work party. please contact Catherine Mowat - telephone 01225 770361.