Volunteer
Volunteer with a Civic Trust Programme
Get involved – and be part of a national network of people who not only care about where they live, work and relax, but who are actively involved in improving and celebrating their environment.
Volunteers are key to the success of the Civic Trust. From work camps to clear local eyesores in 1958, to today’s Heritage Open Days, volunteers really do help us to make better places for people. Whether your interest lies in heritage or architecture, there are plenty of opportunities for you to make a difference with the Civic Trust. No experience is needed, simply interest and enthusiasm.
Civic Trust Awards
One of the oldest built environment awards in Europe, the Civic Trust Awards rely on volunteer assessors. All entries are judged by a local team, which includes a local assessor. These valuable people provide the community’s opinion about the building.
“I am passionately interested in buildings, and being a Civic Trust advisor gives me the opportunity to discover these wonderful buildings and how the architects and clients have arrived at their design. It’s fascinating to be able to discuss this with the rest of the judging team and to give the local person’s point of view”
Grace McCombie
Local Assessor for the Civic Trust Awards
Heritage Open Days
Join almost 30,000 other volunteers who help with the running of Heritage Open Days. From acting as an area organiser and opening a local building, to giving guided tours and providing refreshments, volunteers are crucial to the success of Heritage Open Days.
“We all went home exhausted, but my goodness, it was all worthwhile. It was a very hectic weekend but there was a wonderful atmosphere of enthusiasm and camaraderie”
Heritage Open Days Organiser, Stratford Upon Avon
When? This year’s Heritage Open Days take place from 11th – 14th September 2008 – and we offer online support for organisers throughout the year.
Do you live near London or Liverpool?
In 2007 almost 100 people gave their time to work in the Civic Trust’s London and Liverpool offices. From students to retired people, these volunteers have given us vital administrative support during our busiest times. Volunteers have worked across our programmes, on a diverse range of activities, including data analysis, collating membership feedback and campaign mailouts.
What can I do?
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