Help keep Butser Ancient Farm welcoming, safe, and well-presented for the many visitors who come to explore our site throughout the year. As a volunteer, you’ll play an important role in the day-to-day upkeep of the farm, supporting practical tasks that help everything run smoothly.
Activities may include repairing and maintaining traditional wattling fences, restocking wood stores, preparing the site for events and workshops, and assisting with general maintenance around the farm. Tasks vary depending on the season and current projects, so there’s always something new to get involved in.
This is a hands-on role, ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors, being part of a team, and contributing to a unique historic environment. Your support helps us ensure the farm is always presented to a high standard for our visitors, making their experience both enjoyable and memorable.
About the organisation
Butser Ancient Farm is a not-for-profit Community Interest Company with a focus on education and research.
The buildings at the farm are all based on evidence from archaeological excavations, and we test theories about the technologies, building techniques and ways of life of ancient people by reconstructing elements of their homes and lives. This helps us to better understand, educate about and learn from the past. We welcome the public and educational groups to the farm year-round, with special events and workshops connecting people to our ancient past in a hands on and fun way.
Process:
You will need an account to register your interest for this role. Once you have registered your interest you will receive an automatic email with next steps. If you have not received this in a couple of hours, please do get in touch as it may not have registered (volunteering@hiveportsmouth.org.uk).
You will need to respond to the "Criteria Check" email to progress with this role.
Please check your junk email folder in case any emails end up there. Friendly reminder that the charities/organisations emails may end up here too.
Don't forget you can add up any volunteering hours as part of Team 100 Opportunity - Hive Portsmouth or part of the Donate 100 things challenge Opportunity
Skills
- Minimum 16 years old
- Can provide your own transport to the farm as it is in a remote location
-Happy to help as required
- Physically able to help at the farm
- Available for at least once a week on Wednesday or Friday 10am - 3pm
Details
- Limited Physical Access
- Suitable for Under 18's (if yes state min age)
Suitable for over 16's - Will require own vehicle or access to a vehicle
When can I volunteer?
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | No | No | Yes | No | Yes | No | No |
| Afternoon | No | No | Yes | No | Yes | No | No |
| Evening | No | No | No | No | No | No | No |
Availability Details
Once to twice a week from 10 am until 3pm
Location
Butser Ancient Farm
Chalton Ln, Chalton
United Kingdom
Waterlooville
Hampshire
PO8 0BG
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