Volunteering at Tregothnan has created meaningful opportunities for many people over the years. While skills and experience are always welcome, enthusiasm is what matters most. Our volunteers support a wide range of projects across the estate, from gardens and orchards to specialist conservation work.

Current volunteering roles include but are not limited to:

Jungle Garden & Tea Garden Volunteering.

Successful volunteering is already underway in the Jungle Garden, Tea gardens and orchards at The International Tea Centre. John and Rod are available for Tuesday taster sessions year round in Coombe, TR3 6AR. No prior experience is necessary, just a willingness to get involved and enjoy being outdoors.

Wildflower Meadows & Bluebell Conservation.

Looking after the bluebells at Tregothnan is an enormous task. The waterside meadows are enjoyed by thousands of nature lovers every year and are a highlight of spring in Cornwall. Carpets of primroses give way to bluebells and a profusion of wildflowers, including orchids. These beautiful, natural-looking orchards are the result of centuries of careful stewardship as part of the managed landscape. Volunteers are invited to join the team in caring for the wildflower meadows surrounding the ancient orchard trees. Be warned – avoiding trampling bluebells while removing brambles is harder than it sounds!

Estate & Landscape Maintenance

If you have an interest for maintaining hedges, quays or other features of the managed environment, we’d love to hear from you. These vital tasks help preserve the character and health of the estate for future generations.

Specialist Volunteering

For those with relevant experience, more specialist opportunities may include assisting Rob with beekeeping duties. Roles such as this require prior experience, such as attendance on one of our beekeeping courses.

Lunch:
Mary’s pasties are served for lunch, so please let us know about any dietary requirements when you get in touch.

To apply, please fill out the below application form and return to lfitzgerald@tregothnan.co.uk