Volunteer in the outdoors
Volunteer under the Countryside or Country Parks teams...or both!
If you love wildlife, being outdoors and are the type of person who longs to be messy in the mud, then we have volunteering opportunities for you...
There are so many benefits to becoming an outdoor volunteer. It can be a lovely way to make new friends, learn new skills and above all - it's great fun!
No previous experience needed, as training will be given.
If you are already registered with us e.g. as a volunteer with Countryside, Country Parks or Emergency Response already, then please email volunteer@eastleigh.gov.uk to have this opportunity added to your volunteer record, rather than completing an application form again.
New North Stoneham Conservation Volunteers
Volunteers needed at North Stoneham Park, Eastleigh the first Sunday of each month at the war shrine, with times and dates confirmed based on staff and seasonal needs. Carry out various outdoor and physical tasks to keep the park accessible and attractive for residents and visitors alike, improving and conserving the great habitats. No previous experience is needed and training will be provided.
You must be over 18 to apply.
Please read the role description before applying.
Country Parks Conservation Volunteers
Sessions take place at Itchen Valley Country Park on Wednesdays and Thursdays based on seasonal need.
Tasks include bulb planting, bird box building and playground maintenance to coppicing, creating hedgerows and pond maintenance and ditch digging. We have a community of welcoming people who complete conservation tasks to meet new people and to create opportunities for both wildlife and visitors in the Country Park.
Parking passes and refreshments will be provided and you must be over 18 to apply.
Please read the role description and guidelines carefully before applying.
Country Parks Event Volunteers
Volunteers wanted to help run exciting and varied events at Itchen Valley Country Park, on a casual adhoc basis. Could you be a friendly and welcoming face for families going on an adventure in the park or steward audiences coming to our outdoor shows? No experience needed, days and times will vary, you just need to be willing to be outside, whatever the weather.
Please read the role description before applying, you must be over 18 to apply.
Applicants will be contacted to confirm they have been added to our pool of volunteers and then we’ll be in touch about individual events when help is needed.
Countryside volunteers
Tasks take place at countryside locations across the Borough at set dates and times.
You must be over 16 to apply (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult)