Strangers' Hall

Strangers’ Hall, a magnificent Tudor house with a delightful 17^th Century knot garden in Norwich city centre, has been home to many of the city’s leading citizens since the 14^th Century. Volunteer gardeners help us to keep the garden tidy and accessible to visitors, enabling them to enjoy the tranquillity of this beautiful city centre garden. They also help to engage with visitors to the gardens and help with events.

We are looking for volunteers to help look after our wonderful knot garden, making it a peaceful, tranquil, and accessible part of the museum for all to enjoy. Volunteer gardeners carry out their activities on Wednesdays, but you would not be required to attend every week if this was not possible.

What's involved?

Details of role: We are seeking active people to join our small team of gardeners, helping with a range of tasks in the Strangers’ Hall garden from light pruning to the heavier tasks in the garden. Some horticultural experience is desirable. Main responsibilities will be:

• General garden maintenance including pruning
• Digging and weeding
• Occasional larger tasks such as gravel removal and replanting lavender beds
• Occasional support for museum events such as garden tours

No previous experience needed but you will need to:

• Have a friendly, approachable and helpful manner
• Have some horticultural knowledge
• Be punctual, reliable and physically able to carry out a variety of garden tasks
• Enjoy working as part of a small team

Training provided:

• Induction, including Health and Safety
• Other training opportunities as appropriate

You must be over 18 to apply for this role

Unfortunately, Strangers’ Hall is not fully accessible.

Why get involved?

What you will get from volunteering in this role:

• Experience of working within a historic house environment
• The chance to learn more about Strangers’ Hall history and interpret that information to visitors
• Experience of looking after a historic house and garden
• Support and supervision

How to get involved?

• Sign up or Log in
• You will need to complete an application form and provide references.
• There will be an informal interview