There are a large number of organisations helping to conserve and enhance the Mendip Hills AONB who have need and opportunities for volunteers.
The People and Places Project 2008-2010 funded by Natural England, the National Trust, Somerset Wildlife Trust and the Mendip Hills AONB Unit worked together to promote opportunities for volunteering in the Mendip Hills AONB. This pilot project ended in March 2010 with an event to celebrate volunteering. A report on the project will be available shortly, identifying what worked well and suggesting opportunities for the future.
Programmes of volunteering events can be found below and we hope that there is something of interest for you but if not please visit again. We will be continually updating this page as new opportunities come on line.
The Mendip Hills AONB has a long history of working with volunteers including Rangers and through specific projects like Lifelines and work experience. The AONB Partnership Committeeand sub groups include volunteers who assist with ideas and feedback on the future of the area.
AONB Volunteers
Volunteers, including rangers, support the Mendip Hills AONB unit by carrying out a range of activities including patrols and providing information at events.
We are recruiting more long term volunteer Rangers so if you are interested please let us know by ringing us on 01761 462338 or emailing mendiphills@somerset.gov.uk
Black Down Path Watch Scheme
Volunteers still needed for new Path Watch scheme on Black Down, linking the misuse of paths directly with the police. Also litter picks, patrolling and a footpath survey. Ring Mendip Hills AONB 01761 462338 or email mendiphills@somerset.gov.uk
This report was commissioned by Development Personnel Ltd to provide a vision of volunteering in the Mendip Hills AONB. The Mendip Hills Sustainable Development Fund grant aided the work.
Groups who currently play an active role in volunteering in the AONB were asked for their views. These views have led to a list of suggested improvements some of which have been progressed through the People and Places Project and the AONB unit.
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The People and Places Project 2008-2010 funded by Natural England, the National Trust, Somerset Wildlife Trust and the Mendip Hills AONB Unit worked together to promote opportunities for volunteering in the Mendip Hills AONB. This pilot project ended in March 2010 with an event to celebrate volunteering. A report on the project will be available shortly, identifying what worked well and suggesting opportunities for the future.