Volunteering

Volunteering is one of the most rewarding things you can do.

Volunteers have reported to have found a sense of purpose, gain confidence, build a real sense of achievement, meet new people and learn new skills. Not only that, you also can make a difference to your community and society in general. And most of all you get to have fun! Most volunteers have a great time, regardless of why they do it.

There are numerous opportunities to help local communities in Weston-super-Mare by volunteering. We always need volunteers to help at the Blakehay Theatre and Weston Museum, as well as local initiatives such as ‘Love the outdoors’. You can learn more and apply here.

Corporate volunteering (also called employee volunteering) Volunteer Days are a great opportunity for teams to reap the benefits of working together to complete tasks while being outdoors or away from the normal routine. Employee volunteering can allow teams to feel that the work they do is not only contributing to the overall success of the company but that it is also helping out a cause that is important to them. This sense of purpose can lead to increased productivity and higher workplace morale. Please contact us if you would like to find out more.

Weston Museum

A video about volunteering at Weston Museum:

Weston Museum was in danger of closing until Weston-super-Mare Town Council stepped in and saved it for the community. To maintain the Museum for Weston-super-Mare, we actively encourage volunteers to become part of the team. Our volunteers give their time for a variety of different reasons; some are passionate about history and heritage, some are using the skills gained through their volunteer experience as a stepping stone to paid employment, and some simply want to avoid social isolation. Whatever your reason may be, joining our team will enable you to fulfil personal goals whilst helping sustain your local community museum.

https://www.westonmuseum.org/volunteer/

Blakehay Theatre

A video about volunteering at Blakehay Theatre:

We are looking for volunteers to get involved with stewarding during a performance or helping with our fundraising monthly coffee mornings and spreading the word about our venue. The theatre aims to give our volunteers a stimulating and enjoyable experience. Volunteers will receive an induction and have access to training opportunities.

https://www.blakehaytheatre.co.uk/get-involved/volunteer/

Fridge of Free Stuff

We have a team of volunteers who assist with running the ​community fridge. If you have some free time, enjoy meeting new people and ​want to play a part in the fight against climate change, we would love you to join us. Please apply HERE.

Love the Outdoors

Whether you have been a keen gardener for many years, or have never touched a trowel in your life there is no disputing the fact that being outdoors can have fantastic effects on our wellbeing and physical fitness. ‘Love the Outdoors’ is an initiative set up to encourage volunteers to enhance their wellbeing, prevent social isolation and make a difference in their community by getting involved with our outdoor spaces.

Voluntary Action North Somerset

Voluntary Action’s mission is to represent, empower and develop the Voluntary Sector in North Somerset and to be at the forefront of positive social change and development.

Friends of Grove Park

A small group of volunteers, Friends of Grove Park make this park a beautiful, safe, clean and inviting place for all people.

Friends of Grove Park have many plans to improve the park including vegetable plots, children’s gardening club and a larger wildflower area.

Come and join us, enjoy the outdoors, the soil between your fingers (gloves provided) grass between your toes if you so desire…

To find out more information call  07860 937974 (Anne).