Gardening – Wolverhampton Volunteers

Canal & River Trust

On 07/01/2026

In Communities, Conservation, Gardening, Outdoors & Practical, Uncategorized

Orchard Warden Volunteer

Opportunity: Orchard Warden Volunteer We are embarking on an exciting new project and will need some dedicated volunteers to take on this new role. At Aldersley Junction at the foot of the Wolverhampton lock flight, we are opening an area of land that is the site of the ruins of an old toll keepers house. We are planting a community orchard there as revealing and conserving more of the ruins of the building. Orchards do require a lot of attention, especially in warm, dry times so we need people to commit to visiting the site a couple of time a week to water them the hard way, buy using watering cans and the canal water. In the lifecycle of the orchards, we will need help with pruning and of course there will hopefully be some fruit to pick.
Requirements: Moderate level of fitness to carry full watering cans. Any gardening knowledge would be great but not essential. Happy to work outdoors, even in light rain. There will be an induction, a small amount of mandatory online safety training and some in person training. We will be happy to assist if help is needed with online access.
Location: Aldersley Junction at the foot of the Wolverhampton lock opposite WV Aldersley Active
Hours: 2-3 times a week ,1to 3 hours at the volunteers choosing
Expenses: Yes, Genuine mileage and parking expenses are covered
DBS: No

We hope that this will be become an attractive area for visitors interested in both the heritage of the site and the wildfire and of course the fruit that will be on offer.

Canal & River Trust

By Sue01

On 07/01/2026

In Communities, Conservation, Gardening, Heritage, Outdoors & Practical, Support, Uncategorized

Lead Volunteer

Opportunity: Lead Volunteer We are looking for a special individual who is willing to take on the extra responsibility of becoming a Lead Volunteer. Someone we can put in a position of trust who can take a group out to tackle vegetation management, towpath litter picking, water borne litter collection (long pickers, grappling hooks etc) You will be fully supported by our volunteering team by our volunteering Leaders, existing volunteers and our operation teams and will be given a wide range of training. Further training on tools and even boat helming can be an option.
Requirements: Car driver, you will have access to one of our vans. Good organiser and leader of willing volunteers. Moderate fitness levels.
Location: Through Wolverhampton s Canal Network
Hours: Flexible, 5-8 hours a week , or 1 or 2 days , or two -three weeks a month, weekends or evenings We would like a commitment level of at least one decent session.
Expenses: Yes, Genuine mileage and parking expenses are covered
DBS: No but you will need to provided references .

There will be an induction and a range of training that has been honed by our volunteering team to give you a great understanding of our organisation and our safe working method.

Groundwork West Midlands

By Sue01

On 19/08/2025

In Communities, Conservation, Gardening, Outdoors & Practical, Uncategorized, Wildlife

Conservation Volunteer Participant

Opportunity: Conservation Volunteer Participant Join us at Bilston Nature Reserve to help with practical conservation task, such as habitat management, clearing invasive plants, path maintenance and litter picking. Typical activities include removing brambles to support wildlife habitats and repairing fences. You will use a range of hand tools like loppers, spade, rakes and wheelbarrows. You will work alongside experienced staff. You may also assist with setting up future events and take part in wellness walks to enjoy and promote the reserve natural environments
Requirements: No experience is needed. All tasks will be explained and supervised by staff. A willingness to work outdoors and as part of a team is all that’s required.
Location: Bilston Urban Village Nature Reserve, Nettlefolds Way, Bilston WV14 0EE
Hours: Tuesday: 13:00-14:00pm
Expenses: No
DBS: No

To enable people to flourish and to support the creation of sustainable environments through collaboration, behavioural change and practical action.

Friends of Northycote Farm Country Park

By Sue01

On 27/05/2025

In Conservation, Gardening, Outdoors & Practical, Practical / DIY, Uncategorized

Gardening Volunteer

Opportunity: Gardening Volunteer. Maintenance work either in one of the gardens maintained by the Friends of Northcote adjacent to the Farmhouse or continuing our current project a Queen Elizabeth Memorial Community Garden. Although the garden is open there is still much to do, Some of the borders areas have not been tamed , the pathway needs weeding ,maintaining newly created flower beds . Regular volunteers and or committee members lead each session and provide guidance for each task.
Requirements/Skills: Fitness to bend, carry hand tools, wheel a barrow. No specialist skills needed through experienced gardeners are welcome. Each volunteer needs to provide themselves with a pair of gardening gloves. All tools are provided. Please note: Although the site is a farm with animals. Care of the animals is reserved for farm staff and volunteers are NOT involved in this aspect of the farm.
Location: Northycote Farm, Underhill Lane, Bushbury WV10 7JF Free carparking on site if needed.
Hours: Regular Volunteering for Individuals Tuesday 10:00-12:30. Monthly on a Sunday morning for individuals normally the Fist Sunday of each month. Groups on day release can be accommodated on weekdays by arrangement.
Expenses: No
DBS: No

To actively involve the community in the care of the park.

Base 25

By Sue01

On 02/07/2024

In Catering, Children & Youth, Communities, Families, Gardening, Retail, Support, Uncategorized

Opportunity: Community Volunteer Volunteer in community groups and spaces, reception area, charity shop and café. Community group: Support or run a community group in an area of interest/expertise. Community spaces: Develop and maintain community garden. organising reception area, interacting/listening to visitors/service beneficiaries Charity shop: Take in and sort donations, pricing, helping customers, restocking, general cleaning/tidying displays Café: Serving customers, cleaning, maintaining kitchen and eating area, preparing food and drinks. Chatter and Natter: Running your own session of the chatter and natter table as part of the Chatty Café scheme.
Requirements: Well, presented, positive, friendly attitude and willing to engage. There is one day induction and training. Ongoing training through Base 25 plus further training opportunities.
Location: Base 25,29-31 Temple Street, Wolverhampton WV2 4AN
Hours: 3 Hours per week for 12 weeks minimum
Expenses: Day passes for bus transport given only. For three consecutive hours volunteered, free lunch or breakfast provided 10% discounts in charity shop and additional café purchases
DBS: Yes

Base 25 is an independent local charity established in 1998 to support children, young people and families in Wolverhampton and the surrounding areas.

RSPB Sandwell ,Site checks & maintenance volunteer

By Sue01

On 13/07/2022

In Animals, Communities, Conservation, Gardening, Outdoors & Practical, Practical / DIY, Uncategorized, Wildlife

Opportunity:	This role can vary from site to site but can include the following: Talking to members of the public about the reserve and the wildlife they might see. Checking paths, fences and benches and reporting any issues. Litter picking. Checking livestock. Reporting inappropriate behaviour. Checking/replacing signage .Reporting back to the site team.
Requirements:	Excellent attention to detail. Good people skills including diplomacy. Problem solving. We will provide the equipment, training and any uniform needed for you to complete the role.
Location:	Tanhouse Avenue, Great Barr ,B43 5AG
Hours:	TBC
Expense:	Yes
DBS:	NO

The RSPB is the country’s largest nature conservation charity inspiring everyone to give nature a home .Volunteer enable us to carry out our work to benefit wildlife