New Volunteer Opportunities Bloom at Birmingham Botanical Gardens
Image: Birmingham Botanical Gardens press team
Dedicated to preserving and showcasing the beauty of nature in the heart of the city, Birmingham Botanical Gardens is looking to expand its volunteer programme after demand grows to join its team.
A team of over 70 volunteers already contribute their time and expertise across all departments, with many playing a key supporting role within the horticulture team to care for and maintain the charity’s global living collection.
As part of the Gardens’ plans to grow its volunteering programme for a broader range of interests, skills and experience levels, there are also vacancies in four other departments. This includes opportunities to support the exciting events programme, provide a warm welcome to school and community groups, and help out in the Gardens shop.
Volunteers at Birmingham Botanical Gardens benefit from gaining hands-on experience, sharing skills and meeting a wide range of people who also wish to connect with plants and nature, while supporting one of Birmingham’s most treasured green spaces.
Jen Ridding, Head of Engagement and Learning at Birmingham Botanical Gardens, commented: “As a small independent charity, our volunteers are at the heart of Birmingham Botanical Gardens and play an incredibly important role in helping us create a welcoming and inspiring experience for every visitor. Last year our volunteers gave 4460 hours to the Gardens; we’d like to thank every one of our volunteers for contributing their time and energy to the Gardens.
“Whether they’re supporting the horticulture or archives team behind the scenes, or engaging with visitors, we’re grateful for every one of our volunteers, and we’re excited to grow the programme and welcome even more people to our volunteer community in the future.”
Horticulture Volunteer, Rebecca, added, “Volunteering in Horticulture at Birmingham Botanical Gardens has connected me more deeply with nature, the changing seasons, and a wonderful community of people who care passionately about preserving green spaces.
“Every week brings something new, from deadheading daffodils to mulching the rose garden, and there’s something incredibly rewarding about spending hours outdoors, away from screens, working with your hands alongside others. What began as a desire to learn more about gardening has become an experience that has enriched my life, expanded my knowledge, and reminded me of the value of collaboration, care, and the impact we can have when we work together.”
Anyone interested in volunteering at the Gardens can find out how to get involved by visiting: birminghambotanicalgardens.org.uk/join-support/volunteer
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Image: Volunteer planting new conifer at BBG part of the ICCP programme