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Volunteering at Chastleton

Two people sitting down looking at photograph albums at Chastleton House, Oxfordshire
Looking at photograph albums at Chastleton House, Oxfordshire | © National Trust Images/Arnhel de Serra

Volunteers are vital to the work we do at Chastleton, helping us welcome and care for visitors to the house. Find out what kind of volunteer roles are on offer, and how to apply if you’re interested in joining the team.

You might be welcoming people to the house or sharing the stories of the people that lived here in the past. Chastleton has a rich history to relate: you might be talking about the rise and fall of fortunes, what part croquet plays, or an infamous bible. All of this and more is brought to life by our volunteers.

Volunteer roles at Chastleton

Visitor welcome

Be the first face of Chastleton. Volunteers give a warm welcome to visitors and help them find their way around. As part of the Welcome Team, volunteers will help keep the Visitor Reception looking seasonal and welcoming.

House experience

Our volunteers are vital in sharing the stories of Chastleton House and of the families that lived here.

Meet the team

All applicants are invited in for a chat with the team over a cuppa to make sure it’s what they are expecting as a National Trust volunteer at Chastleton. There is also a tour of the house with a volunteer. At this point, you will be able to decide which volunteer role will suit you best.

How to become a volunteer

If you'd like to find out more, visit the National Trust volunteering website and search for 'Chastleton'. You'll be able to complete an application for your chosen role and then we'll be in touch.

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.

Thank you

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

House Experience Volunteers at work in the Ambassador Room at Croft Castle

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