Volunteer with us
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We're always looking for people to come and help us with our ongoing work around Salcombe and Hope Cove. Whether you're green-fingered or a DIY expert, there are lots of volunteer roles on offer. Find out more about them, and how to apply if you're interested in joining the team.
There are lots of reasons to join us; making the move to volunteer could be the best decision you ever make.
Hedgelaying is a traditional method of maintaining and regenerating hedgerows. This helps prolong the life of the hedge, create a stock proof boundary as well as improving wildlife habitat.
Cattle and sheep alone are insufficient in keeping the grassland open and vibrant. Scrub is always trying to replace natural grassland which provides an important home to hundreds of grasses, flowers and insects and food for smaller mammals.
Coppicing is the process of cutting trees down, allowing the stumps to regenerate for a number of years and then harvesting the resulting stems. As a result of the rotational cutting sequence, there will be various different stages of regeneration within a woodland. This is a great way to manage woodlands for wildlife.
We run a varied programme of events through the year across the South Devon coast. From family fun days showcasing what there is to do at our sites, to specially tailored events for schools and community groups. As these grow more popular, we need more help to run them.
This is just one of the activities that keeps us very busy in the spring and summer months. Miles of footpath and car parks need to be kept clear of over-zealous nettles and brambles.
For those that have good DIY skills we'd love to have you join us repairing and installing signage, gates, fences and benches. A really satisfying job, making a real difference to people's enjoyment of the countryside.
Cutting and clearing new and existing paths is a time-consuming and a little bit of help is very welcome by the team. This is a group of volunteers creating a new path in Wembury Woods.
Many of our wildlife partner organisations are looking for volunteers to help survey the land for flora and fauna. The information from these surveys is vital and helps us to manage the land we care for. We can help put you in touch with these groups.
If you would like more information about volunteering here, please do get in touch. You can email us at eastsoar@nationaltrust.org.uk or give us a call on 01752 346585.
Thank you to all our volunteers who give their time to support the National Trust in many different roles.
Search for live volunteering opportunities, or register your interest with East Soar.
Our volunteers make our work to look after nature and history for future generations possible. Learn more about the volunteering opportunities available and hear a selection of their stories to find out what it's like to volunteer with us.
Our supporter groups are a great way of getting involved with your local place. Find out more about how you can join in.
With a variety of walks and views, East Soar has plenty to see. Discover seascapes, secret coves and rugged clifftop walks along the way. You could even try out some outdoor activities.
These frequently asked questions should give you all you need to know about who can volunteer, what it involves and how to apply.