There are numerous benefits to volunteering with the National Park.
Volunteering with the National Park is a fantastic way of protecting Eryri for future generations
Volunteering is a great way to meet new people, learn new skills and help to protect what makes Eryri National Park so special.
Whatever your interests and abilities, there is room for you to play your part. You will also find that there are huge benefits to you: useful skills and experience, increased knowledge of the National Park, meeting new friends, exercise and the satisfaction of knowing that you’re doing something to help.
Volunteer Benefits
Be involved in work that helps others to understand and enjoy Eryri
Working in some of the most beautiful parts of Wales
Work alongside experienced volunteers and National Park Authority staff
Play a part in protecting Eryri for future generations
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Volunteering Opportunities
Time of year: Summer
Join the Care for Snowdonia team this summer to help keep Eryri exceptional for everyone to enjoy. We will be patrolling the popular paths keeping the environment clear of litter and engaging with the public giving advice on routes and the countryside code.
Time of year: December – March
Throughout the winter months we’ll be hosting many tree and hedgerow planting days across the National Park. A great way to offset some of your carbon footprint and help look after our planet for years to come.
Time of year: March – October
Volunteer Wardens aid the National Park Authority Wardens to look after Eryri, including path maintenance, litter picking and providing information to visitors.
*Unfortunately we don’t have any vacancies at present. Keep an eye out on this page, but in the meantime you may want to consider joining the Caru Eryri volunteer scheme (see above)
Time of year: Spring – Autumn
Gardening Volunteers- tasks such as planting, weeding, caring for seasonal plants and crops, various seasonal activities.
Volunteer Farmhouse Guides- leading guided tours in the Farmhouse and sharing Yr Ysgwrn’s famous stories (Welsh language skills are essential and new Welsh speakers are welcomed)
Coffee Shop Volunteers- welcoming visitors, preparing refreshments, selling produce in the shop (Welsh language skills are essential and new Welsh speakers are welcomed)
Time of year: Weekends, bank holidays, and school holidays
Join our welcoming team and help visitors explore, provide valuable guidance, and keep this stunning area pristine. Be part of a friendly group dedicated to preserving one of Wales’ largest natural lakes. Volunteer with us and make a real difference!
Corporate Volunteering
Our beautiful National Park offers a unique opportunity for corporate teams to step away from the office and engage in meaningful environmental work. Each year, we partner with various corporate teams for their annual team bonding experience, all while contributing positively to our stunning landscape.
Our Corporate Volunteering Days
A corporate volunteering day is not just a break from the office—it’s an opportunity for your team to strengthen bonds while making a meaningful contribution to Eryri National Park. By participating in hands-on conservation activities, your team will help enhance the park’s natural beauty and experience its stunning landscape, promoting well-being and a sense of pride in their work.
We offer a variety of volunteering opportunities that change with the seasons. Activities may include:
- Vegetation clearance
- Tree and hedgerow planting
- Footpath maintenance
- Litter picking
- Invasive species management
- Woodland management
A typical volunteer day begins at 10:00am and concludes at 3:00pm, including a lunch break (please note that lunch is not provided).
The cost for a Corporate Volunteering Day is £500 for a maximum of 15 participants. Funds directly support our ongoing conservation initiatives and ensure the sustainability of our volunteer programs.
To discuss your requirements or make a booking, please fill in the form below.
We look forward to welcoming your team to Eryri National Park for a rewarding day of volunteering, bonding, and making a positive impact on our environment.
Apply to volunteer
You can apply to volunteer by filling out the Volunteer Enquiry Form. The Snowdonia Society also offer various volunteering opportunities.
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Further information
For more information on volunteering contact:
Etta Trumper
Volunteer and Wellbeing Officer
etta.trumper@eryri.llyw.cymru