VOLUNTEER
PLEASE NOTE...
Volunteer Days/Events are available from March/April to October/November.
Core Volunteer Roles are available all year round if you feel like you could help Dream Heritage with prayer, admin/promotion support, funding bid writing, fundraising/sponsorship, event creation & delivery, and more. Get in touch if you feel like you'd be a valuable asset to the core team!
HERITAGE VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES
BEAUREPAIRE MEDIEVAL MANOR HOUSE
Beaurepaire Medieval Manor House was a dilapidated, unloved ruin on the outskirts of Bearpark, Co. Durham. Now, we have the 'Beaurepaire Volunteers' group, who have been transforming the site into a much-loved heritage gem.
We'd appreciate volunteers to garden, to fundraise, to research, to run music/arts events, become tour guides and help create a heritage centre!
Site gardening days usually happen fortnightly on Saturdays, 10-2pm.
THE GREAT BRITISH SPRING CLEAN
Each year ‘Keep Britain Tidy’ https://www.keepbritaintidy.org/ encourages schools, groups and individuals across the UK to get outside and to litter pick, as part of their Great British Spring Clean Event.
This Spring we are inviting groups/businesses near Goole, to borrow the use of our ‘Litterbug Trailer’; a trailer full of litter picking equipment, hi-vis, bags, rings, gloves etc, to help facilitate a litter pick in their area, to contribute towards the Great British Spring Clean event.
Running from the 13th to the 29th March 2026,
WHITSUN PARADE
This year we would like to celebrate Goole 2026 by reviving the Whitsun Parade celebration in Goole. Whitsun falls on Sunday 24th May 2026, and we intend to have a parade/celebration that day, from 2-4pm. It is intended that each local school will decorate/dress a ‘float’, in addition to other local groups, individuals, businesses and churches being encouraged to decorate ‘floats’ too for the parade.
We need volunteers on the day to help steward the parade, litterpick, and to be on hand to welcome people & answer questions.
HERITAGE FRINGE FESTIVAL
From the 17th to the 20th July, many local community groups alongside ourselves are intending to hold a Heritage Fringe Festival as part of our Goole 2026 events.
We’ve been asked if we can deliver a series of ‘gala’ type events for this festival, and would love for your group/business to contribute to this!
We are looking for volunteers to help steward at the event and help with display of entries.
WATER WAY WALK
On the 6th September, Goole will be launching its Water Way Walk-a 15 mile circular walk following the waterways around Goole. It is anticipated to attract quite a footfall, and we are thankful to Airmyn, Hook, Rawcliffe, and the Goole Churches for committing to welcoming, refreshing and encouraging walkers on their way! The walk can be joined at the various church stop-offs along the way, allowing walkers to participate in as much of the walk they feel able to. It would be lovely to have your group/business support this event and take part! More information to follow, but for now save the date!
HERITAGE OPEN DAYS
Every year, nationally, we celebrate the heritage & history of our nation through the Heritage Open Days Festival. Running from the 11th to the 20th September, churches, community groups, historic property owners and councils are encouraged to invite people to learn about their local heritage and history, through a variety of curated events.
The theme this year is ‘Everyday Histories’, encouraging people to explore the everyday lives of their ancestors. Find out more here: https://www.heritageopendays.org.uk/
MINISTRY VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES
BIG CHURCH FESTIVAL
From the 28th to the 30th August, Big Church Festival will be taking place at Wiston Estate, Sussex.
This event brings some of the most incredible Christian musicians together for a weekend of music & testimony.
Find out more and explore volunteering opportunities here: https://bigchurchfestival.com/
CEDARWOOD FESTIVAL
On the 10th-12th July, Cedarwood Festival will be taking place at Thorpe Perrow, N. Yorkshire. This northern Christian gathering hopes to support the church and provide a place for people to grow in faith.
Find out more and explore volunteering opportunities here: https://cedarwoodfestival.com/
LIMITLESS FESTIVAL
From the 5th to the 9th August, Limitless Festival will be taking place at Staffordshire Showground. This event is aimed at bringing thousands of young people together to explore faith in Jesus, and to go away limitless.
Find out more and explore volunteering opportunities here: https://www.limitlessfestival.co.uk/
PAST OPPORTUNITIES & EVENTS
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TERM-TIME
LAST FRIDAY
12th October 24
18th October 24
18th & 19th October 24
- 10/07/24: 1-4pm Beaurepaire Medieval Manor House Gardening & Site Day, at Beaurepaire Ruins, Bearpark, Durham. All welcome, though under 16s must be accompanied by an adult. Tools and equipment provided, but you are welcome to bring your own.
- 17/07/24: 1-4pm Beaurepaire Medieval Manor House Gardening & Site Day, at Beaurepaire Ruins, Bearpark, Durham. All welcome, though under 16s must be accompanied by an adult. Tools and equipment provided, but you are welcome to bring your own.
- 21/07/24: 12-4pm. Litter Pick during Vintage In The Park, in West Park, Goole, E. Yorks. Litterpicks will be available for those on the day who would love to help support the event and keep the park clean during and after the event!
