Get Involved – Volunteer With Us!
Want to spend more time outdoors, meet great people, and make a real difference in your local area? Whether you can come out regularly or just now and then, we’d love to have you on board!
No experience needed – just bring your enthusiasm! Our friendly groups offer a wide range of activities, so there’s something for everyone. Join us for a day, try a taster session, or become a regular part of the team.
Why Volunteer With Us?
- Meet new people
- Keep fit and healthy
- Learn new skills
- Help your local environment
- Take part in fun, rewarding activities
We Have 10 Active Volunteer Groups
Each group carries out a variety of practical tasks to help manage and improve green spaces and rural public footpaths in the area. Come along and do what you can – every little bit helps!
Whilst some groups are currently full, we have plenty of spaces on others – please see below
Redcar Woodlands Group
When: Every Wednesday, 10am – 3pm
Where: Foxrush and Kirkleatham Woodlands (locations vary week to week)
Led by: Ranger team
Activities Include: Woodland management, Meadow care, Pond enhancement, Controlling invasive species, Building habitat piles, Footpath maintenance
…and much more!
Open to New Volunteers – spaces available, new members welcome, and taster days offered.
Hazelgrove Woodlands Group
When: Every Tuesday, 10am – 3pm
Where: Hazelgrove Woodland, Saltburn
Led by: Ranger team
Activities Include:
- Footpath maintenance, Beck maintenance, Woodland Management, Building habitat piles…and much more!
Open to New Volunteers – spaces available, new members welcome, and taster days offered.
Footpath Maintenance Crew
Not for the faint-hearted!
We’re looking for fit and able volunteers to join our Access Ranger on practical tasks including installing bridges and gates, managing vegetation, and constructing footpaths. You'll receive on-the-job training and will usually volunteer one-to-one or in small groups
Tasks are available most days — join us whenever you're available and ready to get stuck in! and help keep our paths accessible for everyone!
Interested? Get in touch to find out more.
We require all volunteers to attend training as part of their role. This may be delivered in a range of ways including attending organised training sessions, work shadowing and through supervision. Training may be delivered at a range of venues.
Ready to Join Us?
Click on the become a volunteer button at the top of the page or email us for more information of the book a taster day.
No pressure, no long-term commitment – just come along and see if it’s for you!
Please contact the team by emailing: Countrysideteam@redcar-cleveland.gov.uk
Corporate Team Building Day - Looking to energize your team
We can help craft a unique corporate and team-building experience tailored just for you. Work with us to design an unforgettable day that boosts collaboration, creativity, and fun.
Ready to create something amazing together? See the link below for some ideas:
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