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Voluntary Organisations: South West

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South West: this area covers Avon, Somerset, Dorset, Devon and Cornwall.

 

Don't forget to have a look at the National organisations which will also cover this region.

Organisations and groups which offer volunteer opportunities but might not have any current adverts.

Please remember to contact only the organisation or person specified and please mention that you saw the advert with CJS.


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Avon Wildlife Trust

What kinds of volunteering roles do we offer? All sorts! We aim to empower a growing community that is supporting nature conservation across Avon, inspiring and resourcing people to take action for wildlife. Across our groups you'll meet like-minded people, gain valuable skills, improve your wellbeing and learn about our native wildlife.

www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/get-involved/volunteering-opportunities


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Cornwall Wildlife Trust

Volunteering is an opportunity to make a difference in your local area as well as a chance to learn new skills, meet people, improve your wellbeing and increase your knowledge of nature conservation. In a recent survey, 100% of our volunteers said volunteering makes them happier, so don’t delay, get in contact!

www.cornwallwildlifetrust.org.uk/volunteer


Types of Volunteering Offered: Placements    Occasional Requirement    Work Days    Citizen Science   

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Dartmoor National Park Authority

We aim to conserve and enhance Dartmoor as a vibrant, living, working landscape and community. We work in partnership with local and national stakeholders and support Dartmoor’s businesses and communities.

volunteering@dartmoor.gov.uk


Types of Volunteering Offered: Occasional Requirement   

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Devon Wildlife Trust

is working to make Devon a Living Landscape in which wildlife on land and in the sea is varied, plentiful and widespread. We work towards this by securing the future of key wildlife sites, promoting the sustainable use of Devon's natural resources and increasing support for wildlife.

www.devonwildlifetrust.org/volunteering-opportunities


Types of Volunteering Offered: Occasional Requirement    Work Days    Citizen Science   

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Dorset Countryside Volunteers

A charity organising a wide range of weekend tasks throughout Dorset. We help the National Trust, Dorset Wildlife Trust, Heritage Coast, Amphibian and Reptile Conservation, and more. Full details are on the website alterantively contact by text or answer-phone message on 07923 498760, or email

DCVpublicity@gmail.com www.dcv.org.uk


Types of Volunteering Offered: Occasional Requirement   

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Dorset Wildlife Trust

offers a huge range of volunteering opportunities: office work, practical conservation, wildlife surveys, we have a volunteering opportunity for everyone. Volunteering for Dorset Wildlife Trust is an enjoyable and satisfying way of helping Dorset's wildlife.

volunteering@dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk www.dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk


Types of Volunteering Offered: Placements    Occasional Requirement    Work Days    Citizen Science   

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Durlston Country Park

At Durlston Country Park & National Nature Reserve, our volunteers work alongside the Rangers to manage this important site of ancient meadows, woodland, downs and sea-cliffs, each with their own characteristics and wildlife. Volunteers can join us for a range of tasks across the Country Park.

durlston@dorsetcc.gov.uk www.durlston.co.uk


Types of Volunteering Offered: Placements    Occasional Requirement    Work Days   

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EuCAN Dorset Midweek Volunteers

A Not-For-Profit CIC engaged in a variety of practical tasks (including hedgelaying, drystone walling, fencing, heathland restoration, habitat management and invasive species) on NNRs and SSSI's within Dorset’s AONB, and occasionally just beyond. Operated by volunteers for volunteers, we fund machinery and other courses where possible. Check for detailed worksite information on the link or or phone 07763 923545 https://www.eucan.org.uk

eucan.dmv@gmail.com


Types of Volunteering Offered: Occasional Requirement   

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Exmoor National Park Authority

There are lots of ways you can get involved on Exmoor! From practical conservation to research - leading guided walks to undertaking wildlife surveys. Exmoor National Park Authority offers volunteers access to support and training and the chance to develop skills. See our current volunteer roles online

www.exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk/getinvolved


Types of Volunteering Offered: Occasional Requirement    Work Days    Citizen Science   

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Fancy Volunteers

A dedicated working party meeting 2nd Tuesday of each month to help keep Mount Fancy Butterfly reserve best condition possible. Meetup and task as posted on website. Using provided handtools to tackle a range of task across the rich mosaic of habitats. Over 16 and mobile across rough terrain.

tonybcwarden@gmail.com fancyvolunteers.weebly.com


Types of Volunteering Offered: Work Days   

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Hill Farm Project

The Upland Commons Initiative is providing free boundary training courses such as dry stone walling and hedge laying across Dartmoor throughout the year. Join in to earn new skills in a sociable and enjoyable environment helping Dartmoors' Farmers to preserve their ancient common boundaries.

HFP@dartmoor.gov.uk www.dartmoorhillfarmproject.co.uk


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PEA (Plymouth Environmental Action)

A practical conservation group organising a range of tasks in Plymouth and surrounds. These include beach cleans, coppicing, hedgelaying, and species surveys to name a few. A minibus pick-up is provided from Plymouth city centre. Full details on our website Facebook: Plymouth Environmental Action, Twitter PEA_Volunteer

plymouthenvironmentalaction@hotmail.co.uk www.pea-volunteering.co.uk


Types of Volunteering Offered: Placements    Occasional Requirement    Work Days    Citizen Science   

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Somerset Wildlife Trust

Somerset Wildlife Trust offer a range of volunteering opportunities including practical conservation, wildlife surveys and engagement, across the county of Somerset.

Alongside our members and volunteers, we work year-round to protect wildlife, tranform landscapes and put nature back into people's lives.

volunteering@somersetwildlife.org www.somersetwildlife.org/get-involved/volunteering


Types of Volunteering Offered: Occasional Requirement    Work Days    Citizen Science   

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The Sharpham Trust

An educational charity set in a stunning location near Totnes, welcomes conservation volunteers to help on the Estate. The Trust connects people with nature and foster mindfulness and well-being through a programme of retreats, courses, outdoor learning and the arts. The conservation group runs on Tuesdays. Minimum commitment 4-6 months.

www.sharphamtrust.org


Types of Volunteering Offered: Occasional Requirement   

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Valley Volunteers (Tamar Valley AONB)

Help us keep the Tamar Valley AONB, on the Devon/Cornwall border, special with a range of volunteering opportunities.

cdancer@tamarvalley.org.uk www.tamarvalley.org.uk/valley-volunteers/


Types of Volunteering Offered: Occasional Requirement    Work Days    Citizen Science   

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Wild Futures

We are always looking for residential and local volunteers to help us at The Monkey Sanctuary in Looe, Cornwall. We need help with enclosure cleaning, monkey food prep, enrichment making, gardening, DIY, art projects and more! Please contact for more information. Thank you!

volunteer@wildfutures.org www.monkeysanctuary.org


Types of Volunteering Offered: Placements    Occasional Requirement    Work Days   

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