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Volunteering Opportunities at Hatfield Park

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History and Horticulture

Hatfield Park’s gardens, curated by Lady Salisbury and her team, blend historic elegance with horticultural artistry. Visitors can explore the West Garden’s exquisitely curated formal gardens and extensive woodland garden collection, the refined parterres and topiary of the East Garden, and the intricate mini-maze of the Old Palace Garden.

The Woodland Garden features bluebells, wildflowers, magnolias, and hydrangeas, while historic elements such as the Queen Elizabeth frieze and rare plant collections add to the gardens’ charm. For those seeking a deeper connection, the opportunity to spend time here as a volunteer offers a unique way to be part of this remarkable setting.

Our volunteer season runs from March to December. We offer one day a week on a Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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How Our Volunteers Contribute

  • Carrying out a variety of seasonal tasks and projects in the garden, including planting, pruning, mulching, and weeding.
  • Being ambassadors for the Estate as part of our visitor facing team.
  • Contributing to the care and development of the historic gardens.
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The Rewards of Volunteering

  • Valuable hands-on experience in horticulture alongside experienced professionals.
  • The chance to meet like-minded people with a shared passion.
  • An annual team outing
  • A discount at our Estate shops and restaurants.
  • Volunteer Pass access to the House, Gardens, and Park.

THE VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

“It was a wonderful experience working with the gardening team. The work was interesting, engaging and enabled me to learn a variety of skills.”

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Register as a Garden Volunteer

We’re delighted that you’re interested in joining our Garden Volunteer community at Hatfield Park. Please complete the form below to help us learn more about your interests and skills.

    Your full name

    Mobile number

    Your email

    What are your reasons for volunteering at Hatfield Park

    Please give a short summary of your experience and interest, or knowledge and qualifications if you have any

    Do you have any special skills or experience that you can bring to the role (e.g. other volunteering, or other specialist knowledge)?

    Are you aware of anything that would prevent you from undertaking your volunteering e.g. Allergies.

    Please let us have the details of one person who can tell us about your ability to do the role you are applying for.

    Do you have any criminal convictions?

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    If yes, please give details. A prior or pending criminal conviction may not necessarily prevent you from volunteering with us, however failure to disclose relevant information will result in terminating your volunteer role. This information will be kept in the strictest confidence.

    If your application is successful, you will be invited to attend an informal interview (approximately 30 – 40 minutes). These will take place at Hatfield Park with the Volunteer Coordinator (Gardens) / Senior Park Ranger (Park) or member of the Archives team and will involve a walk and talk around either the garden, park or achives when more details will be given regarding the volunteer opportunity. Please could you indicate your possible availability for interview below, Mon-Friday. Thank you. Data is processed in line with our privacy notice.

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