In 2023, over 11,750 hours were contributed to volunteering tasks in Wollaton Park.
Friends of Wollaton Park coordinate a range of volunteer activities in Wollaton throughout the year, including gardening, conservation, litter picking, preserving sculptures and benches, restoring the walled garden and cleaning Lord Middleton’s library!
- Walled Garden (Tuesdays and Thursdays)
- Formal Garden (Wednesdays)
- Hall and Park Tasks (Ad-hoc Fridays. Members only)
- Conservation Tasks (Selected Fridays and Saturdays)
- Litter Picking (Last Saturday of the month)
See our Calendar for dates of specific volunteering sessions.
Friends of Wollaton Park does not accept liability for any accident, loss or damage to members or visitors during its advertised activities.
If physical tasks are not your thing, then perhaps support our committee to help coordinate activities.
Activity location: Wollaton Hall & Deer Park, Nottingham, NG8 2AE.
Other Volunteering Opportunities
Organised by other groups in association with Friends of Wollaton Park.
- Sensory Garden (Saturdays in the growing season)
- Park Run or Walk (Saturdays)
- Botanical Garden
- Industrial Museum
- Wollaton Hall Museum
The Benefits of Volunteering
- It’s good for your health. Volunteering has been shown to reduce stress, improve mood, and boost self-esteem. It can also help you stay physically active, especially if you volunteer for activities that involve physical work.
- It gives you a sense of purpose. When you volunteer, you are making a difference in the lives of others. This can give you a sense of purpose and satisfaction that you may not get from other activities.
- It helps you meet new people. Volunteering is a great way to meet new people who share your interests. This can lead to new friendships, professional connections, and even romantic relationships.
- It teaches you new skills. Volunteering can help you learn new skills that you can use in your personal or professional life.
- It strengthens our community. Volunteering helps to build a stronger community by connecting people and providing resources to those in need. When you volunteer, you are helping to make your community a better place for everyone.
Volunteering News
- Acid Grassland Conservation - On Saturday, we embarked on a conservation task in the field between Derby Road and the Lake. This area is…
- Rhododendron Taming - This morning, a dedicated team of FOWP volunteers braved the elements to tame the rhododendrons around the lake.
- Volunteer Bricklayers Needed - Bricklayers are needed for our historic walled garden at Wollaton Park. Join our team to help with rebuilding, pointing, replacing…
- Lodge 1 and Water Sprinklers - May 2024, saw Saturday volunteering undertake two discrete tasks. Tidying Lodge 1, and locating sprinkler heads for automated watering.
- Cleaning the Roof - Friday's cleaning task was on the roof of Wollaton Hall. We were getting the algae and moss off the walkway…
Frequently Asked Questions…
See the Walled Garden information page for details.
Volunteering provides many benefits, including the opportunity to connect with nature, meet new people, and develop new skills. It is also a great way to give back to the community and contribute to the preservation of the park’s natural resources.