Volunteering in our parks
Come and join us in making a positive difference to your local park, and enjoy the benefits of the wide open spaces, fresh air and physical exercise.
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Mindfulness sessions
Walking can be beneficial to both physical and mental health. Our parks are holding 12 free mindfulness sessions between July and September. Sessions will be held at the following dates:
Evington Park
| Dates | Times |
| Thursday 19 July | 10-11am and 1.30-2.30pm |
| Tuesday 31 July | 10-11am |
| Thursday 16 August | 1.30-2.30pm |
| Thursday 20 September | 10-11am |
Abbey Park
| Dates | Times |
| Tuesday 28 August | 10-11am |
| Wednesday 5 September | 11am - 12noon and 2-3pm |
| Monday 10 September | 10-11am and 2-3pm |
| Tuesday 18 September | 10-11am and 1-2pm |
We have several different opportunities to get involved in all aspects of the running of our parks. Find out more by clicking the boxes below.
Conservation volunteering
Conservation volunteering
Land-based volunteering
Land-based volunteering
Water-based volunteering
Water-based volunteering
Neighbourhood volunteering
Neighbourhood volunteering
Partnership volunteering
Partnership volunteering
Who can get involved?
There are opportunities for anyone to get involved with, whether individuals, businesses, schools or other groups. All ages are welcome, however under 18s need prior arrangements. Children are welcome but every child under 18 years old must be supervised by a responsible adult at all times.
You can register to be a volunteer by completing our volunteer registration form.
View our what's on guide by following the Quick Link at the top of this page to see a list of upcoming volunteering opportunities.
Give us your feedback
We want to hear your views to help us provide the best service by giving us your confidential feedback on your volunteering experience. Simply submit the following form:
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