Volunteer roles
See some of the types of roles and responsibilities for volunteers here and download an application form.
House host
House hosts welcome and engage with visitors and help them to enjoy the collection by answering questions. Hosts move between positions to allow them to see all of the house.
Manor Garden Guide
Our enthusiastic team of Garden Guides give free introductory tours to visitors throughout the summer season, making both the gardens and the Manor come alive for them.
Education assistant
Education assistants help with running our education programmes for school children. They also help prepare and participate in our family events held throughout the year.
Conservation Raffle ticket seller
Our dedicated raffle ticket sellers approach visitors in a courteous and friendly way to sell raffle tickets to raise money both for conservation the National Trust and Waddesdon.
Weekday gardener
Support the gardens team, taking part in a range of horticultural activities across the Manor Garden, the Dairy, Five Arrows Hotel and
Windmill Hill.
Aviary assistant
Contribute to the survival of rare and endangered bird species, cared for in our on-site Aviary. As well as looking after the daily upkeep of the birds, educate our visitors about what we are trying to achieve.
Get in touch
To apply for any of the volunteer roles, please complete the form below and send to Helen Franklin, Volunteering Manager >
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Baron Ferdinand wanted an estate where he could escape London to entertain family and friends during the summer months.