Volunteering at Compton Castle

A young volunteer room guide — Volunteer with the National Trust | © National Trust Images/John Millar

Whether you want to improve your CV, meet new people, or give something back and help people connect with the special places you care about, we'd love to have a chat with you about joining our friendly and dedicated teams across the English Riviera portfolio.

Why join us?

There are lots of reasons to join us; making the move to volunteer could be the best decision you ever make.

Become part of a friendly and dedicated team
Meet people from all walks of life and forge new friendships
Utilise your existing skills and learn new ones
Strengthen your CV and help to develop your career
Enjoy the great outdoors
Learn about the history of this special place.

What can I do?

Volunteers help to bring National Trust places to life and opportunities are varied and flexible. You could volunteer every week or for a shorter period of time, such as for an event or project.

You could help to raise funds via commercial outlets and fundraising, welcome visitors to ensure they make the most of their visit, or be actively involved in conservation work on the estate or inside historic properties.

We look after Compton Castle, Bradley Manor, Coleton Fishacre, Greenway House and 3,000 acres of coast and countryside across the beautiful English Riviera in South Devon.

What to expect when you join

We’ll make sure you are given all the information that you need to feel supported in your role with an induction and training.

We also offer opportunities to relax, get to know each other, connect with teams and enjoy these special places.

Find out more

To get in touch with us about volunteering, please get in touch with the Senior Volunteering and Community Officer by calling 01803 843235 or email comptoncastle@nationaltrust.org.uk or you can search for current opportunities on the link below.

Thank you

Thank you to all our volunteers who give their time to support the National Trust in many different roles.

A distant view of the north front side of Compton Castle, Devon with fields behind

Discover more at Compton Castle

Find out when Compton Castle is open, how to get here, the things to see and do and more.

Plan your visit

Volunteer

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.

Supporter groups

Our supporter groups are a great way of getting involved with your local place. Find out more about how you can join in.

Room guide and visitors in the Hall at Treasurer's House, York

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Frequently asked questions on volunteering

These frequently asked questions should give you all you need to know about who can volunteer, what it involves and how to apply.

Wooden gate with iron detail and round iron handle

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Things to see and do in Compton Castle

Step inside this fortified medieval manor, complete with a Great Hall, Solar and sub solar, and learn about the lives of people that once called it home. Please note Compton Castle is now closed for 2024, and will reopen in April 2025. We look forward to welcoming you back then.