We couldn’t do what we do without our team of volunteers. Together we can make a difference…
Why Volunteer?
Volunteering is a great way to get into the heritage sector and immerse yourself in the day-to-day running of such an important historical site. If you’re looking for a new experience, want to learn new skills, or meet new people, then our volunteering programme could be for you.
What are the benefits?
We are committed to providing volunteering opportunities that are enriching, rewarding and potentially life-changing. With your help we will be able to achieve our long-term vision, to regenerate the town of Bishop Auckland and the surrounding area through the arts, heritage and culture.
“Volunteering in The Auckland Project gift shops helped me prepare for work by providing me with useful experience in customer service. I learned how to function as part of a wide-spanning team in a professional environment. I was given the opportunity to encounter and respond to challenges at work, which I brought forth into employment. The most valuable thing, however, is the confidence that I built - discovering what I'm capable of and becoming unafraid to ask for help when needed. It was a thoroughly enjoyable experience that I would happily recommend to anyone.”
Chloe, Retail Volunteer
Volunteering Roles
Engagers
Guiding individuals of all ages through our galleries and spaces with insightful interpretation. Engagers craft unforgettable experiences for our visitors, leaving a lasting impact on their exploration journey.
Meet and Greet
Welcoming visitors with warmth being the first point of contact, offering a welcoming smile and helpful directions to enhance their experience.
Education Team
Starting from early childhood to the vibrant world of university education. Volunteers help inspire curiosity and foster intellectual growth as we empower learners of all ages on their educational journey.
Arts based volunteering
Igniting the power of imagination to inspire transformative artistic experiences, helping to create journeys of artistic exploration.
Gift shops
Connecting visitors with artefacts and souvenirs that encapsulate the rich heritage of our surroundings, creating cherished memories for generations to come.
Gardens and Parks
Visual stimulation is key to surpassing visitor expectations in our scenic surroundings. Our outside volunteering helps create unforgettable outdoor moments, enhancing our natural spaces to delight and inspire all who venture here.
Bishops Kitchen Café
Serving culinary delights, whether in the charmingly refurbished medieval kitchen or the serene courtyard garden. Contributing to the magic of creating memorable dining moments for our visitors, blending history with hospitality in every cup and plate.
Engagers
Guiding individuals of all ages through our galleries and spaces with insightful interpretation. Engagers craft unforgettable experiences for our visitors, leaving a lasting impact on their exploration journey.
Meet and Greet
Welcoming visitors with warmth being the first point of contact, offering a welcoming smile and helpful directions to enhance their experience.
Education Team
Starting from early childhood to the vibrant world of university education. Volunteers help inspire curiosity and foster intellectual growth as we empower learners of all ages on their educational journey.
Arts based volunteering
Igniting the power of imagination to inspire transformative artistic experiences, helping to create journeys of artistic exploration.
Gift shops
Connecting visitors with artefacts and souvenirs that encapsulate the rich heritage of our surroundings, creating cherished memories for generations to come.
Gardens and Parks
Visual stimulation is key to surpassing visitor expectations in our scenic surroundings. Our outside volunteering helps create unforgettable outdoor moments, enhancing our natural spaces to delight and inspire all who venture here.
Bishops Kitchen Café
Serving culinary delights, whether in the charmingly refurbished medieval kitchen or the serene courtyard garden. Contributing to the magic of creating memorable dining moments for our visitors, blending history with hospitality in every cup and plate.
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