Volunteer Ranger

Becconsall Living Museum & Heritage Park is looking for friendly, practical volunteers to help look after the site and support visitors as a Volunteer Ranger. This flexible role is ideal for anyone who enjoys being outdoors, meeting people and helping to keep a heritage site safe, welcoming and well cared for.

Becconsall is a not-for-profit living museum and heritage park on a 20-acre Biological Heritage Site in Hesketh Bank, between Southport and Preston. We celebrate Lancashire’s industrial, social and craft heritage, while creating a positive experience for visitors, volunteers and the wider community.

This role may include:

Helping to signpost visitors to routes, facilities, events and points of interest around the site.

Walking the site to help keep an eye on paths, visitor areas and open spaces.

Reporting any issues such as damaged signs, litter, hazards or maintenance needs.

Supporting basic site care and helping to keep areas tidy and presentable.

Assisting with wildlife, habitat or conservation tasks where needed.

Supporting the team with general day-to-day site awareness and visitor care.

What skills do I need?

You don’t need previous ranger experience, but it would help if you:

Enjoy being outdoors in all weathers.

Are friendly, approachable and confident talking to visitors.

Can work independently and use your initiative.

Are observant and able to notice issues around the site.

Are happy to follow simple procedures and report concerns.

Can manage light physical tasks such as walking the site and carrying small items.

Additional information

This is a flexible volunteering role and can suit people who want to help on weekends, at events or on an occasional basis. It is a great role for someone who enjoys the outdoors, local heritage and making visitors feel welcome and supported.

Tasks can be matched to your confidence, experience and physical ability, and you’ll always have support nearby.

When do I need to be available?

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Monday
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Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Details

The park is open to the public at weekends, and there may also be midweek events or seasonal periods when extra help is needed.

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