Volunteering in parks
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Volunteering is a great way to be active, help wildlife, meet new people and support your local community.
We have volunteering opportunities across parks and green spaces in West Northamptonshire. Whether you can spare a few hours now and then or would like to volunteer regularly, we'd like to hear from you.
Benefits of volunteering
By volunteering in our parks, you can help look after important green spaces while making a positive contribution to your local area. Volunteering can also help you develop new skills, improve your wellbeing and connect with others in your community.
Volunteering in our parks can help you:
- spend time outdoors and enjoy nature
- improve your health and wellbeing through physical activity
- meet new people and support your local community
- learn practical conservation and land management skills
- gain experience for work or further study
- help protect wildlife habitats and improve green spaces
- make a positive difference to places used by residents and visitors
Volunteer opportunities
There are various activities throughout the year.
Some of which include:
- planting trees and wildflowers
- hedge laying and habitat management
- litter picking and environmental improvement projects
- maintaining paths and access routes
- carrying out wildlife surveys and monitoring
- practical conservation work
- supporting events and community activities
- helping with the day-to-day care of parks and green spaces
You can work at a pace that suits you. Our park teams will provide guidance and support.
Places to volunteer
Volunteering opportunities may be available at a range of parks and green spaces across West Northamptonshire.
The activities available will depend on the location, season, project requirements and staff availability.
Experience and accessibility
You do not need any previous experience. Most activities are suitable for beginners and full training will be provided.
If you have any questions about fitness, mobility or accessibility requirements, contact us to discuss suitable opportunities.
What to bring
Please wear clothing suitable for outdoor practical activities.
Including:
- clothes you do not mind getting dirty
- sturdy footwear or wellington boots
- warm layers in colder weather
- waterproof clothing
- a packed lunch, if needed
- gloves, if possible
- sun cream and a hat in warm weather
What we provide
We provide:
- tools and equipment
- health and safety guidance
- training and instruction where needed
- refreshments during organised sessions
- any specialist personal protective equipment (PPE) needed for the activity
Join our regular volunteering sessions at Brixworth Country Park and Daventry Country Park. Help care for local green spaces, support wildlife and meet new people. No experience is needed and guidance is provided by our park teams.
Sessions:
- Brixworth Country Park: Monday and Thursday
- Daventry Country Park: Monday mornings
Corporate volunteering can help with:
- team building
- meeting social value commitments
- supporting the local environment
Projects can be arranged for organisations of different sizes and at a range of parks and green spaces across West Northamptonshire.
Arrange a corporate volunteering day
To discuss a corporate volunteering day, email [email protected].
We can help identify suitable projects, locations and dates for your team.
Friends of parks groups
Many of our parks are supported by local Friends groups. These community groups help improve parks, protect wildlife, organise events and encourage local involvement.
Joining a Friends group is a good way to help care for your local park.
Friends groups may support:
- regular litter picks
- planting schemes and biodiversity projects
- fundraising and grant applications
- community events and engagement activities
- improvements to park facilities and environments
- promotion of local green spaces
Where a Friends group operates, you can contact them directly or contact us for information about local opportunities.
Current Friends groups
- Friends of West Hunsbury Parks
- Friends of Abington Park
- Friends of Delapré Park (through Delapré Abbey Trust)
- Friends of Bradlaugh Fields
- Friends of Eastfield Park
- Friends of Northampton Racecourse
Get involved
To find out about current volunteering opportunities in our parks and green spaces, or to discuss opportunities for your organisation or community group, email [email protected].
Last updated 10 September 2026