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Framlingham Castle Tour Guide Volunteer

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This is your opprotunity to volunteer at Framlingham Castle, once at the centre of a vast network of power and influence, from the time of Magna Carta to Mary Tudor being proclaimed Queen whilst at Framlingham.

We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help visitors understand the site, enjoy their visit and bring the Castle to life.

Where & when

  • Framlingham Castle, Church Street, Framlingham,Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP13 9BP
  • We are looking for people who can regularly volunteer, preferably for a minimum of one session per month during peak opening season, April to October. Sessions will be between 11am - 4pm, during peak season and weekends only from November to March, with the aim of offering three tours each session.

Who we're looking for

We are looking for enthusiastic people who are effective communicators and passionate about history. You will need to be keen to learn the history of Framlingham Castle and feel confident to share this knowledge with our visitors. 

You would need to be happy to stand for long periods and walk the site and its grounds, which has uneven surfaces. You may be outside for the majority of your shift, in cold and damp conditions.

You can find out more by downloading the role description.

Why volunteer with English Heritage

Volunteering is your opportunity to play a part in protecting and presenting some of the greatest places in England. Your support is extremely valuable to us and we want to make sure you have an enjoyable and rewarding volunteering experience. Find out more reasons to volunteer with English Heritage.

Ready to take the next steps?

Complete an online registration form or alternatively download a registration form and email it to us at volunteer.enquiries@english-heritage.org.uk.
Or you can post it to us at: Volunteer Team, English Heritage, The Engine House, Fire Fly Avenue, Swindon, SN2 2EH.