Volunteer Opportunities
Our volunteers are what make Coldharbour Mill special, with each person keeping the mill running, preserving it for future generations. Whether you can spare a few hours or join us regularly we'd love to talk to you.
Below you can see the wide range of way in which you can contribute to the Mills success. By clicking on each team you will be able to see what each role entails and if you find something you are passionate about get in touch and we can arrange to talk with you more about volunteering with us.
Why Volunteer?
Volunteering is a great way to share your talents and inspire future generations.
- Make a difference
- Support a charity and community
- Develop personally or professionally
- Learn new skills
- Meet new friends
- Share your skills
- Feel better about yourself
- Keep active
Benefits of volunteering with us
As a volunteer you receive a number of benefits
- 1 x Family steam day ticket
- Unlimited standard entry
- Out of pocket expenses
- Social events
- Previews of new exhibitions
- FREE tea, coffee and often home made cakes
- FREE training on new skills
- FREE taster sessions
Gardening
Help with the upkeep, development and protection of the Museum gardens so that they enhance the Mill site and can be enjoyed by our visitors
Maintenance
Stay active and help with the on-going maintenance of this historic site whose buildings date from the 18th and 19th centuries.
Tour Guides
Tour Guides provide a helpful and friendly service that contributes to the smooth running of the museum and visitor enjoyment.
Educate & Inspire
This is a chance to acquire knowledge relating to our historic site and its textile heritage and to help educate others of the rich heritage of the Mill.
Office Administration
This role will suit people who are well organised with a friendly and helpful nature and good communication skills.
Events and Publicity
Help the marketing to source and produce whatever is needed to promote the Mill and run successful events.
Reception & Retail
Welcoming our guests to the Mill while selling admissions, membership and gifts.
Museum Curation
Work with the Curatorial Team to manage our exhibits, displays and textile archive. Protecting and restoring them for future visitors to enjoy.
Project Management
Lead one of the many projects at the mill - small and large - across a wide spectrum.
Fundraising
From quizzes to events and more. No previous experience is needed as our small team can teach you the ropes.
Trustees
Previous professional experience in one or more of the following areas would be helpful: finance, engineering, textiles, education, museums, business administration, sales or marketing.
Spinning
Come and help us ensure that spinning skills developed during the industrial revolution are shared with future generations.
Weaving
Do you have an enduring passion for weaving? Join our team to preserve the weaving heritage of the Mill.
Membership
Our Membership team helps to champion our membership scheme and encourage visitors to come back again and again.
Grounds
Contribute to transforming areas of the Mill's Estate so that all visitors can enjoy them.
Contact Us
For more information or to book a taster session please get in touch.
Drop In Sessions
Find out more at one of our Volunteer Drop in sessions. No booking necessary & free entry.
Taster Sessions
Why not come and shadow one of our Volunteers to show you around and try before you commit.
